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Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAstros latest wake-up call highlights now-or-never flashpoint facing HoustonHas the Astros season magic finally been trumped by the underwhelming level of talent remaining on the roster? Have Hunter Brown and/or Cam Smith hit their season wall? Can Houston's GM afford to stand pat at the deadline given the increased level of concern regarding his team's ability to remain healthy?2025-07-2827 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAstros put league on notice with dominant pitching, clutch hitting!Houston completes the sweep on Philly, holding them to just 1 run over 3 games. With the Cubs on deck, where the Astros find themselves as one of baseball's best without Kyle Tucker (and others). Does Jeremy Pena hiring Scott Boras mark the end of Houston's ability to extend JP3 to an extension pas his rookie deal?2025-06-2731 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastWho should REALLY get credit for Astros recent run of dominanceThe Astros keep trucking along, setting the pace in the AL West. Charlie, Josh, and Brandon discuss the new and familiar faces at the center of a surging Houston team, if Joe Espada's managing performance to this point is award-worthy, examine the Astros culture of winning, and dig into the evolving dynamics of Houston's potential for a trade.2025-06-1623 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastWhat missed opportunities & medical blunders really mean for Houston’s foreseeable futureWhile Houston continues to jockey for the division lead, the team is experiencing health concerns in addition to the questions around the viability of the back half of the rotation. Making matters worse, Houston admits they misdiagnosed Yordan's injury which has exacerbated the problem, with no ETA for his return. If this is Framber's last year in Houston, did the Astros do enough to take advantage of this double-ace rotation?2025-06-0226 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastParedes & Smith have flipped the Kyle Tucker controversy on its headGiven Houston's challenges versus the results, can we say the Astros have actually overachieved to this point? Has the Kyle Tucker trade positioned Houston better in the big picture? Does Houston's newest bullpen phenom past the eye test for long-term success? Does Alex Bregman's injury close the book on the debate over whether Houston should've found a way to keep the star third baseman?2025-05-2724 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastLatest setbacks highlight serious concerns around Houston's core philosophiesAnother week, another Astros starter goes down with elbow issues. Can Houston tread water with 3/5ths of their rotation on the shelf? With another setback to the pitching, the Stone Cold Stros panel takes a hard look at the curious roster construction that really begs the question, are they #BuiltForThis? After finally hearing from Yordan Alvarez directly about his injury, how much would a healthy career-level Yordan mean to giving Houston's hopes of keeping their playoff appearance streak alive?2025-05-2225 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastExamining Houston Texans most intriguing 2025 season storylines!With the draft in the rearview, the Texans on Tap crew reacts to the 2025 Texans schedule release, highlight some of the top storylines heading into the season, check in on how Houston stacks up in the AFC South, look at darkhorses to watch for in the Division, and examine how well the front office helped fortify Houston's much-maligned offensive line.2025-05-1621 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHow one polarizing Astros move could optimize Houston’s offenseHouston's entire pitching staff continues to impress and there's no reason to think its not sustainable. While the Astros offense continues to struggle to find consistent production, is it actually a good sign that the team is keeping pace in the Division without Houston's offense waking up? Can Houston optimize their lineup by moving Jose Altuve back to second base?2025-04-2826 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAstros turnaround is spurring more creative solutions from Houston’s think tankDigging into the early performances from Houston's pitching staff. The glass-half-full perspective of the Astros' offense. Cam Smith is taking flyballs in center. Is this a sign of things to come?2025-04-2426 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHow Astros advanced metrics tell puzzling story about Houston’s startWhy is Christian Walker being made the face of a struggling offense? How did Houston get here? What levers can Dana Brown pull to course-correct this roster?2025-04-1729 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHouston bounces back with a 'Diesel' push as hitters prep to man the torpedoesWhat's going on with Houston's offense at home? Hunter Brown arrives as Astros next ace-apparent. Luis Garcia gets some tough news. Torpedo bats are headed to Houston.2025-04-0434 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHow national media’s biggest oversight of Astros plays into their favorWhy you should be bullish on Houston's rotation. How the media looks to be sleeping on the Astros. Zach Dezenzo is giving Houston another tough choice to make.2025-03-1727 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastLatest Astros news reveals puzzling path forward for HoustonNolen Arenado once again declines a potential trade to Houston, Jim Crane gives beat writers the silent treatment in Florida, how Houston's schedule positions them for early success, and the potential impact of robo-umps as baseball draws closer to the ABS challenge system.2025-02-2424 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHow Bregman’s purported departure, bullpen hierarchy bring opportunities into new focusAs every update seems to rule out Houston as a landing spot, murky reports about Astros negotiations just add confusion. Who will step up for Houston's bullpen? Do win-loss projections already point to a semi-successful offseason?2025-02-1124 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastOpportunities for improvement, tough decisions ahead for HoustonWith the playoff loss in the rearview, now its time for the Texans to retool for the 2025 season. There's plenty of work to do in addressing needs. What stands in Houston's way to build a team that can break through?2025-01-2134 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastWhat battles Texans must win to shock the world, derail Chiefs dynastyFollowing Houston's decisive win over the Chargers, they travel to a frigid Arrowhead Stadium to face a familiar playoff foe in the Chiefs. While the Texans are big underdogs in this matchup, what are some critical areas in which Houston can tilt the bout their direction?2025-01-1627 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastCrucial playoff x-factors that could tilt Chargers-Texans in Houston’s favor!On this week's episode: Jets show interest in Bobby Slowik, Rex Ryan dismisses Houston in the most disrespectful way, and critical matchups to watch for during Chargers-Texans Wild Card Round clash!2025-01-1020 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastWhy Texans Chiefs AFC showdown means more than you think!With Houston and KC both having their divisions locked up, its the Texans who have more to play for with potential playoff seeding hanging in the balance. Can Houston's high-powered defense do enough to keep Pat Mahomes and company from pulling off another clutch performance in KC?2024-12-1920 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHow critical Texans returns could tilt make-or-break stretch for HoustonAhead of matchups against the Chiefs and Ravens, the Texans host a pesky Dolphins team that has been on an offensive tear over their past 5 games. Can Houston capture a crucial win to keep the Colts at arm's length?2024-12-1315 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastLatest Astros free agency reports | How an MLB salary cap could impact HoustonWith the massive money being thrown around by teams like the Dodgers and Mets, MLB insider Ken Rosenthal believes MLB ownership could push hard for a hard salary cap. Would that help or hurt a team like the Astros? Will Scott Boras' winter vindication keep Alex Bregman dug in for maximum money? Which of the other notable free agents are linked to Houston?2024-12-0223 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHow Texans loss to Titans is grave wake up call for Houston!What looked like a blowout turned into Houston's worst loss of the season, if not worst regular season loss in franchise history, dropping a home game to a 2-win division rival. Who is to blame?2024-11-2522 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHow Texans thumping of Cowboys resets expectations for HoustonTexans get a dominating win in Jerryland to break Houston's 2-game skid. Texans defense feasted against a thin Dallas o-line.2024-11-1919 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastFree agents, trade reports, and returns that could re-shape Houston’s pitchingDid the Astros make an error in fixing Kikuchi? Ryan Pressly is reportedly on the trade block. The latest on Lance McCullers. Is Houston in the mix for Roki Sasaki?2024-11-1314 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastIs time on Houston's side with Breggy? Series implications. Bold free agency predictions. Boras scoops another.With the World Series in the rearview, Houston fans anxiously await to see where Alex Bregman lands. A former MLB exec has some thoughts. Will the Astros scouting report match the Yankees in one key area in 2025? What does Hunter Brown signing with Scott Boras mean for Houston?2024-11-0436 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHow Texans spooky defense can put final nail in Jets season on Halloween!The Texans travel to New York to face the 2-6 Jets on Halloween night. Will it be a fright night treat for Houston or will New York be a house of horrors for the Texans?2024-10-2819 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastTop wildcards impacting Astros offseason moves going into 2025Early 2025 World Series odds, examining the likelihood of either Framber Valdez or Kyle Tucker being dealt in a trade, one underlying x-factor in Alex Bregman's free agency, and Yankees GM's latest loser comments about Houston.2024-10-2822 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastTexans defense comes up BIG versus Colts in crucial Division matchup!The Texans pull out another nail-biter 23-20 over the Colts in Houston bringing their record to 6-2. The win gives them a 2-game lead over Indy in the standings and capturing that all important tie-breaker!2024-10-2718 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastX-factor matchups for Texans to make statement rebound versus ColtsHouston hopes to wash away the taste of a bad loss to the Packers by defeating their Division rival Colts. Indy comes in winners of 4 of their last 5 games while Texans enter this matchup with grave concerns regarding their o-line. How do the Texans respond to last week's heartbreaker? Hopefully by making a statement in week 8!2024-10-2422 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastOffseason pitching solutions could involve getting creative in trade marketWith the contracts of Verlander and Kikuchi expiring and entering the last season of Framber's arbitration, Houston has some important decisions this offseason. How much will Houston's pitchers on the mend play into their offseason moves and could we see the front office make a shrewd trade (or two) to remedy some holes in this roster for 2025?2024-10-1427 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastCan short-handed Texans keep vibes high against struggling Patriots?What initially was presumed to be a laugher of a game now sees Texans enter New England with mounting depth concerns. Can Houston adjust to the loss of Nico Collins and a banged up O-line to run their record to 5-1 in week 6?2024-10-1018 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastStage is set for a totally retooled Astros offense for next seasonWith the 2024 season in the rearview, what are Houston's options to rework the roster to fix what ails the Astros offense for 2025?2024-10-0732 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastTexans escape with another narrow victory over Bills!Houston went up early on Buffalo and hold on to dear life without Nico Collins in the second half to wrestle away a huge victory over the Bills in week 5!2024-10-0615 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastCrucial matchups Texans must capitalize on to neutralize mighty BillsHouston has their work cut out for them as they host a scary Bills team coming off of a loss in week 4. Can the Texans clean up their penalties and find a ground game to help take some pressure off of CJ Stroud?2024-10-0320 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastDynasty lost: What's next for the Astros?The Astros get swept out of the Wild Card Series by the Detroit Tigers. A lot of old demons came home to roost in the finale. How does Houston's front office respond to get their organization back into contention in 2025?2024-10-0333 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHow Astros can salvage series after Tigers strike firstDetroit outlasts Houston in a drama-filled 9th inning to take Game 1 of the Wild Card Series. How does Houston fight back to force a Game 3?2024-10-0229 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastTexans avoid disaster versus Jags!In a game that Houston probably should've lost, CJ Stroud leads another game-winning drive late to steal a win. How did they do it and why is Houston committing so many penalties?2024-09-3021 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastWild Card Series Preview: Tigers-Astros!The postseason is here! The Detroit Tigers come to Houston looking to derail the Astros postseason machine. Can Houston overcome a red-hot Detroit team managed by former Astros skipper, AJ Hinch?2024-09-3023 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHow Texans offense can seize advantages, unlock potential versus desperate JaguarsThe Texans are eager to wash away the bad taste of the Vikings blowout while the Jaguar come to Houston desperate to get in the win column for 2024. Can Houston find their groove offensively and also clean up their ugly penalties?2024-09-2622 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastGrading the season, bullpen perspective, platoon solutions, and postseason roster projectionsAs the season enters the final week, the Astros close in on another division title. What does it mean in the big picture? Are Houston's bullpen concerns overblown? While they await the final bracket seeding, Joe Espada probably has a good idea of who will and won't be on their postseason roster.2024-09-2333 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastImportant lessons from Texans early season setback in MinnesotaWeek 3 was not as close as Vegas (or Texans fans) had anticipated. Critical takeaways from an ugly game Houston hopes to put in their rearview mirror.2024-09-2219 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHow CJ Stroud, Texans can overcome Vikings relentless blitz attackThe Houston Texans travel to Minnesota looking to derail the Vikings surprising 2-0 start while trying to put an early stranglehold on the Division.2024-09-1919 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastPostseason draws near: glaring advantages, tough decisions, and potential matchupsWith around a dozen regular season games left, Houston's pitching remains strong while their offense remains top-heavy. Has Verlander done enough to sneak onto a Wild Card roster? Who are the Astros most dangerous potential Wild Card Series foes?2024-09-1633 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHow Texans can exploit clear advantages over Bears opportunistic defenseYour comprehensive guide to Chicago Bears- Houston Texans week 2 matchup!2024-09-1220 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastNew wrinkles in playoff aspirations open up opportunities, challengesHouston's bipolar season continues and has Astros in a favorable position for a postseason berth. However, questions in the starting rotation have risen as well as how Joe Espada can deploy his lineup with key cogs having limited availability. Was Matt Chapman's deal the deathknell of Bregman's future in Houston? How can Justin Verlander prove he's postseason-ready in just 3 remaining starts?2024-09-0941 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans Podcast3 major x-factors could tip the scale for Texans-Colts in Week 1How Houston can contain Richardson, slow down Indy's run game, and press their advantage in the air.2024-09-0626 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastPitching excellence, flowers for Dana Brown, but the front office gets caught in another fibHouston's dominant rotation raises some important questions about the postseason. It's time to give Dana Brown his due for navigating this season. The implications of Kyle Tucker's injury revelation.2024-09-0439 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastDo Astros have the arms to carry them to glory? | Has Houston extended their championship window?The Astros pitching staff has been dealing. Can they make up for the recent shortfall in offense? Has the emergence of Hunter Brown, Spencer Arrighetti, and Yainer Diaz changed your mind about Houston's championship window?2024-08-2635 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastWhat's standing between Houston and postseason glory?The Astros find themselves with their largest division lead of the season but which players will be healthy enough to join the postseason campaign remain unclear.2024-08-2032 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastS2: How a rookie manager, catcher have refocused Houston’s championship windowSeeing how Joe Espada has managed his team back into contention with the help of Yainer Diaz, it's hard not to wonder what could have been in 2023, and how this now impacts Houston's championship window for 2024 and beyond.2024-08-1617 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastS2: Unorthodox might just be the answerWith Yainer Diaz continuing his torrid hitting pace, it begs the question whether a simple roster tweak could boost Houston's offense. Luis Garcia's setback could say a lot about next season's rotation.2024-08-0819 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHelp is coming sooner than you thinkThe dog days of summer have landed squarely on Houston's offense. As Kyle Tucker and Justin Verlander are still on the mend, Astros GM Dana Brown says reinforcements are on the way. Has Houston's front office learned anything from 2023's offseason missteps?2024-08-0532 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAstros grab a BIG series W but Mariners grab a big batHouston brings the drama over the weekend series against the Dodgers but Seattle shifts the AL West landscape with a huge trade for Astros-killer Randy Arozarena.2024-07-2920 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastS2: Who really fixed Hunter Brown and what it means for Astros rotationHouston's surging ace-in-the-making Hunter Brown continues to roll. What it means for the Astros rotation in the short and long-term.2024-07-2622 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastWeighing first half successes vs. imminent needs, challenges, and options | SportsMap (and Houston) suffers a devastating lossThe All-Star Break provides opportunity to assess positive strides made while also prioritizing much-needed reinforcements and what those could be. Sifting through the latest batch of Astros trade rumors. Remembering our dear friend and colleague, Ken Hoffman.2024-07-1542 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastCritical positions, performances that can keep fortune in Houston’s favor | The future of the cornersAfter clawing their way back into the wildcard and division pictures, Houston's trajectory balances on a razor's edge with the depths of their pitching staff being tested like never before. The Astros have major long-term questions to answer regarding both 1st and 3rd base.2024-06-2437 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastS2: What's next after Jose Abreu's release?Jose Abreu's time with the Astros comes to a premature end less than halfway into his 3 year contract. Where does Houston go from here?2024-06-1531 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastWhy the response to bullpen struggles will be tellingHouston's pen takes its lumps and if they don't act now, then when? And the puppet masters start to take focus.2024-06-1029 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAre Astros last hopes enough to repair foundational cracks?After losing back-to-back series, Houston has a lot of tough questions to answer as they drift further from playoff contention.2024-06-0445 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHouston's path forward gets even more precariousTroubling setbacks for the pitching staff. Jose Abreu makes his controversial return to the team during a critical stretch. Is Houston playing their best players or chasing sunken cost? What's motivating Joe Espada's lineups?2024-05-2830 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastS2: Someone finally pushes back against the media’s anti-Texans agendaShannon Sharpe's brain almost breaks in real time on his show when he sees where Bleacher Report ranks Houston's offense in 2024. Maurice Jones-Drew makes an outlandish Texans schedule prediction.2024-05-2424 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastS2: Schedule reaction: Houston's top opportunities!2024-05-1622 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastS2: Post-draft, is Houston the team to beat?Evaluating the draft fallout and rsoter strength relative to Houston's rivals.2024-05-0314 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastS2: How Texans draft picks could impact Houston this seasonCharlie, Josh, and Brandon react to picks 42 & 59 of the NFL Draft night #2.2024-04-2720 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHow Texans draft picks could impact Houston this seasonCharlie, Josh, and Brandon react to picks 42 & 59 of the NFL Draft night #2.2024-04-2720 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastTall road back: prioritizing on (and off) field needs to fuel the turnaroundIt's part blame game, part needs analysis in Houston.2024-04-2333 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastSurviving brutal slugfests | Slight peek into the braintrustAstros survive some slobber-knockers against the reigning champs and comments from Houston's front office have fans feeling a certain way.2024-04-1531 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastBlanco en fuego while others appear on thin iceAs the Astros navigate a bumpy start to 2024, Ronel Blanco appears to be a stabilizing force for Houston.2024-04-0828 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastShifting rotation x-factors and Spring Training standoutsWith Jose Urquidy's health in questoin and Astros' tied to Blake Snell, there arm so many question regarding the future of Houston's rotation. On the brighter side, some unlikely standouts are raising eyebrows in Spring Training.2024-03-1831 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastS2: Where Houston rates in early pitching power rankings & why history may repeat itselfEarly MLB starting pitching power rankings are out. Where are the Astros slotted, the opportunities available, and why a look ahead (and behind) is revealing for Houston's schedule.2024-03-0709 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastHuge year projected, Breggy hulks up, & outfield balancing act could be keyPecota makes a strong win projection for Houston, Alex Bregman and Jeremy Pena have made some big changes, and a time share in the outfield begs some questions about Yordan and Chas!2024-02-2026 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastS1: Critical lessons for Texans coaches, players from Super Bowl LVIIIWith Super Bowl LVIII in the books, there were some important takeaways from the big game that acutely apply to Houston's own Super Bowl aspirations.2024-02-1313 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastWhat Altuve's extension signals for AstrosThe Houston Astros extend superstar 2nd baseman Jose Altuve but what does that mean for other Astros players like Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker?2024-02-0717 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastCause & intent: Intriguing implications of the Hader additionNow that the dust has settled on the shocking Josh Hader acquisition, how does Houston intend to use their 7-8-9 relievers and how do they stack up to the legendary trio of Lidge-Dotel-Wagner?2024-01-2617 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastLessons learned after the magical run falls shortThe Texans amazing season comes to a disappointing end at the hands of the Baltimore Ravens. What could they have done differently and what were the important takeaways for this exciting Houston team on the come?2024-01-2123 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastSHOCKER: Hader to the H!Reaction to free agent closer Josh Hader signing with Houston!2024-01-2011 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastA historic (and emphatic!) thrashing of the BrownsHouston DOMINATES the Cleveland Browns to kickoff Wild Card weekend, 45-14!2024-01-1417 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastCritical x-factors that could tilt Browns-Texans in Houston's favor!What could be the keys to CJ Stroud and Demeco Ryans to grab a playoff win in their rookie campaigns as QB and head coach?2024-01-1012 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHere are Houston Texans challenges we’re watching in projected cakewalk versus Jets2023-12-0508 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastHow Houston Texans can CONQUER daunting task of taming streaking Bengals2023-11-0709 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastDiary of a disastrous end | What's next for Houston in 2024?Welp. That sucked. Brandon, Charlie, and Josh break down how it ended, final thoughts on this season, and look ahead to 2024.2023-10-2423 min
Texans on Tap: A Houston Texans PodcastSportsMap Houston presents: Texans on Tap!Texans fans, SportsMap Houston is proud to announce our new podcast Texans on Tap. We want it to be your one-stop interactive podcast for the Houston Texans news and analysis you care about. It’s hosted by SportsMap Houston’s Charlie Pallilo, Josh Jordan, and me Brandon Strange. New episodes drop every Monday and Tuesday throughout the season. Subscribe today and jump into the conversation. Let’s go Texans!2023-09-1100 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAstros still hold ace in the hole against new challengers to the crownSeattle leapfrogs both Houston and Texas in the division, but the Astros have some advantages down the stretch. Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez have bounce-back performances. Alex Bregman and the Astros offense look like they are shaping into form at just the right time.2023-08-2823 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastThe excuses are getting Dusty during a division dogfightHouston holds a players-only meeting after being swept by Seattle. The schedule becomes critically important as the Division and Wild Card race tighten. Can Houston's pitching be fixed this year?2023-08-2123 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastNew contenders have surfaced to challenge Astros postseason pushThe Astros are rolling but so are the Rangers and a familiar division rival. Injury news is a mixed bag. New York media is already looking to smear Justin Verlander now that he's back in Houston.2023-08-1434 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAstros raise eyebrows with roster moves | Navigating the leaky bullpenHouston has made some roster moves in response to a struggling offense, but is the order of Houston's lineup making a tough situation worse? How does Dusty Baker navigate a bullpen that has so many arms that are currently "unusable" in leverage situations?2023-08-0723 min
Just Sayin It with Cole ThompsonAn ASTROnomical Day in Houston (Hour 1) Cole breaks down the Houston Astros' acquisition of Justin Verlander, the future of Verlander with the AL West Club and the winners and losers of the trade deadline. Plus, Cole decides which hot takes from college football are worth paying attention to heading into the 2023 season on this edition of "Buy or Sell." 2023-08-0244 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastBonus: The return of Verlander!The Houston Astros have traded for Justin Verlander at the deadline. Let's break it down!2023-08-0114 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastCan Astros afford to counter Rangers' big moves? | Dusty's losing his patience with the mediaHouston's division rivals have shoved their chips in the middle with some big trades. The Astros are finding the cost of poker very high on a short stack. Dusty Baker is losing his patience with the questions regarding his lineup and usage of Martin Maldonado and Yainer Diaz.2023-07-3131 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastPositive steps for Javier, potential JV reunion, and King Tuck's kingdomCristian Javier has taken some nice steps in the right direction. Is he fixed? What about Framber? Is Justin Verlander's no-trade clause an advantage for Houston? How long will Houston be Kyle Tucker's kingdom?2023-07-2427 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastThe mystery of Astros season has turned into a “who did it?” and “who hasn’t”Who's to blame for the Astros current slide? Do context clues indicate when Houston could turn it around?2023-06-1932 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAstros top-notch pitching performances just recalibrated expectationsCan Houston's young pitchers help bridge the gap to a healthy Astros roster? Who's taking the most bullets in the Astros "blame game" on social media? Projecting the Astros offense in the second quarter of the season with a healthy Jose Altuve.2023-05-1552 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastAlmost there! Incoming reinforcements and misconstrued debatesHow and when will returning players impact Houston? Is another player catching unfair bullets in the Jose Abreu conversation? What's going on with Alex Bregman?2023-05-0844 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastUnlikely heroes answering the bell for Astros!Hunter Brown and Chas McCormick provide some much-needed answers for Astros. Former Astro Christian Vasquez confirms a perplexing report. Houston fans should be especially interested in one particular Pirate.2023-04-1132 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastYour ultimate Houston Astros opening day preview!Projecting the final rosters spots for position players and pitchers. Is Jeremy Pena hitting leadoff? How the White Sox stack up to Houston. Astros roster gets some shine from Fox Sports.2023-03-2843 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastInfamous Astros antagonist monetizes his Houston rivalry | 008Outspoken pitcher Joe Kelly makes waves with his most recent Astros comments. The Astros GM hire addresses a major need. Hopes for Yuli-extension look bleak. What was his finest moment as an Astro?2023-01-3136 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastUpdates on Yuli, Brantley, & the GM search | 007This week, the guys discuss Jeff Bagwell's updates from Astros Fanfest including the latest status with Yuli Gurriel. Dusty Baker and Baggie have different opinions on Michael Brantley's return. A front-runner has emerged in the Astros GM search. Bob Nightengale speaks truth to power regarding Carlos Beltran and the Houston Astros.2023-01-2441 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastShould Astros consider Bauer? Possible broadcast shake-up? | 004This week, the guys discuss Carlos Correa's contract limbo, whether the Astros should consider taking a chance on Trevor Bauer, a possible Astros broadcast shake-up, and Bleacher Report's idiotic ranking of Houston's front office.2023-01-0456 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastBrantley returns! Should Yankees rotation scare Houston? | 003This week the guys discuss Michael Brantley re-signing with Houston, how the Yankees rotation stacks up to the Astros, another catcher being linked to Houston, and whether Astros should extend Framber Valdez early.2022-12-2054 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastJustin Verlander bounces, OutfielderPalooza | 001On the debut episode, the guys discuss Verlander's new deal with the Mets, what it means for Houston, which outfielder lands in Houston, and does signing another catcher make sense for Astros.2022-12-0654 min
Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros PodcastComing soon: Stone Cold Stros!SportsMap Houston debuts our new Astros podcast: Stone Cold Stros!2022-12-0500 min