Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros Podcast

Astros pitching surrendered 75 runs and just 1 win over the 10 game road trip. How hot are the seats of Joe Espada and Dana Brown? Can Houston's hot offense sustain this run until the pitching gets right? Can the Stros exact revenge over the Rockies in Houston? Houston loses one of its most iconic Astros managers.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

How does Houston respond to 2 starting pitchers going down so early in the season, will the real Astros offense stand up, and which struggling team will prevail in Seattle? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Houston loses their ace to the IL for at least 15 days, the bats continue to rake, but the arms can't throw strikes as the Astros head to Colorado to face the Rockies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Highlighting some dominant pitching performances, flashes of patience and power from the bats, and previewing the road trip. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Examining Houston's dubious pitching start, some unexpected heroes on offense, early takeaways from ABS, and looking ahead to the Red Sox series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hunter Brown posted a shutout but wasn't sharp enough to get out of the 4th inning while Joey Loperfido accounted for 2/3 of the Astros total hits versus the Angels. Is this an omen for the season or does everyone need to take a breath and lock in for the marathon season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

Final takeaways from Spring Training, players to watch with excitement, x-factors that could tilt the season, and regular season win-loss predictions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Projecting Houston's rotation, the final roster spots, and Division hopes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The front end of the rotation looks sharp, the back is a work-in-progress. Will the outfield have a surprise wild card? Examining the Jeremy Pena injury domino effect. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reacting to low Spring run production, a new piece being added to the outfield puzzle, and how an imbalanced roster could have off-field implications. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Early reaction to Astros Spring action, evaluating GM Dana Brown's offseason performance, interesting quotes from Jesus Sanchez' new hitting coach, and thoughts on ABS and the future of balls & strike calls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reactions to Hunter Brown revealing there's been no extension talks, the added flexibility from the Sanchez-Loperfido trade, Yordan talking about LF, and Dana Brown saying he's not done. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Josh Hader vibes are mysterious, the trade market shifts drastically, the domino effect that led here, and no last dance for JV in Houston. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Framber finds his bag in the Motor City, why Boston could be out on Paredes, and what to make of Houston's 2026 season slogan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The final update on arbitrations, Astros in the WBC, Cam Smith to Center (?), and Joe Espada's remarks on Yordan's usage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carlos Correa made headlines at FanFest by calling out the team's lack of wellness protocols, Altuve is denied participation in the WBC, and Dana Brown says he'll be creative with the infield. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The implications of Tucker's king's ransom payday, Bob Nightengale seemingly turns Carlos Beltran's HOF candidacy into an opportunity to show his bias against the Astros, and saying farewell to the end of an Astros legend's career. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The latest on Isaac Paredes trade reports, the thin market for Jake Meyers, a possible return of a World Series champion, and the impact of Framber Valdez's reputation on his market value. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Bregman takes his bat and glove to Chicago. How that could heat up Astros trade talks, the latest on Kyle Tucker, and the Jeremy Pena implications from all of it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Imai's arrival and how he fits into Houston's rotation. Does this signing signal a philosophical shift for Houston in free agency? Crane confirms uncertain future of Dana Brown and Joe Espada. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Examining the Astros most pressing need, the ceiling for the team as-constructed, the infield conundrum, and New Years resolutions for Houston's 2026 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ESPN's grade of Houston's recent trade for Mike Burrows underscores how out of touch the national media is with the Astros' resources and roster. Plus: Christmas gift ideas for Astros players in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reactions to Friday's 3-team deal that sent Mike Burrows to the Astros and predictions about what's next for Houston. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Astros seem to be betting big on pitching reclamation projects. FanGraph's eyebrow-raising Cam Smith 2026 projections. Alex Bregman is still looking for his forever home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Astros have discussed a homecoming for one Houston-native pitcher. Did the Astros really fix their return to play procedures? Boston is interested in one Houston infielder that could rock the Astros roster as we know it.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.