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Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

Foul Territory Network

A Houston Astros show podcast by The Athletic beat reporter Chandler Rome, former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick and Tyler Stafford. Crush City Territory brings you inside info and analysis on the "Stros all year long. CCT is part of the Foul Territory Network: Baseball the way it should be covered!

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52:31

Bounce Back or Breakdown? Astros Face Mariners Test

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/04/10

After a sobering sweep at the hands of the Colorado Rockies — and two more significant injuries sustained during it — the Astros are in need of a bounce back at T-Mobile Park against the defending AL West champion Seattle Mariners. Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss how Houston can right the ship, what it may do to stabilize its injury-ravaged pitching staff and the continued impressive approach throughout its lineup

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43:33

Coors Field Catastrophe: Astros Get Swept and Suffer...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/04/09

The Astros were swept by the cellar-dwelling Colorado Rockies and suffered three substantial injuries to Cristian Javier, Jake Meyers and Hunter Brown. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss how the Astros will navigate the injuries, who will step up for the injured pitchers and how manager Joe Espada may enhance his lineup to score more runs. Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions

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38:01

Brutal Blows: Astros Lose Series and Ace Hunter Brown

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/04/06

Astros ace and reigning American League Cy Young finalist Hunter Brown is on the injured list with a right shoulder strain — dealing a devastating blow to a rotation without another defined stalwart. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Brown's injury and who must step up in his absence before recapping the Astros' series loss in Sacramento, highlighted by another brutal outing from fill-in closer Bryan Abreu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:36

Everyday Peña Is Back — But What About the Rest of...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/04/03

The Astros start their first road trip of the season with good news: shortstop Jeremy Peña will resume playing back-to-back days. What does that mean for Isaac Paredes? Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' overcrowded infield, where Paredes fits in to the plans and how Yordan Alvarez playing left field could help to solve the problems. Start your 7-day free trial today atFOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:33

Altuve Ignites, McCullers Deals, Correa Closes:...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/04/02

The Astros made an early-season statement by sweeping the Boston Red Sox in three games at Daikin Park. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the performances from Yordan Alvarez, Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve; Lance McCullers Jr.'s dominant return to the starting rotation and the new, patient approach Houston's lineup is exhibiting. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at BlueChew.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:22

Split Decisions: Astros Flash Offense, Search for...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/30

The Astros walked a franchise-record 28 batters and saw their four starters post a 7.64 ERA ... and somehow salvaged a season-opening split against the Angels. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the inauspicious debuts for Mike Burrows, Cristian Javier and Tatsuya Imai, some encouraging signs from Houston's lineup and what to think of closer Bryan Abreu's difficult weekend. Enjoy 50% off for life plus Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at MenGoToMars.com Use our codeTERRITORY10 for

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49:06

Opening Day Letdown: Astros’ Bats Go Silent in 3-0 Loss

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/27

Much of what plagued the 2025 Astros was on display during the 2026 season-opener. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' deflating 3-0, Opening Day loss against the Los Angeles Angels. The duo analyzes Houston's disappointing offensive performance, Hunter Brown's uneven afternoon and AJ Blubaugh's eye-opening stint as a reliever. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box atHelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free

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62:54

Previewing The 2026 Astros: Predictions, Pivotal...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/25

Opening Day is here and the 2026 Astros have a lot to prove after missing the playoffs last season. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Houston's new-look starting rotation, the questions surrounding its lineup and the pressure on both general manager Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada — each of whom is in the last year of his contract. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month atMintMobile.com/Territory Use our codeTERRITORY10 for 10% off your

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42:03

Astros Prospects Spotlight: Insight on Neyens, Frey,...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/21

The Astros' Spring Breakout game made national headlines with a crazy walk-off. Farm director Sam Niedorf joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discusses some of the top participants, including Xavier Neyens, Kevin Alvarez, Walker Janek and James Hicks, before analyzing their next steps in the Astros' farm system. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at BlueChew.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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40:32

Another Bullpen Injury, Brice Matthews Rakes &...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/20

Brice Matthews is making a case to crack the Astros outfield while Bennett Sousa's oblique injury threw more uncertainty into an already undermanned bullpen. Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss how Houston's bullpen takes shape, whether Matthews has locked himself in to an Opening Day roster spot and the spring training struggles of Jose Altuve and Christian Walker. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at

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52:04

Covering Ground: Jake Meyers Talks Defense and Big...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/17

Astros center fielder Jake Meyers, one of baseball's best defenders and a loyal Nebraska Cornhusker, joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his offensive breakthrough in 2025, what he hopes to improve upon in 2026, the art of defending in center field, his impressions of Cam Smith and how he handles trade rumors. Start your FOX One 7-day free trial today athttps://FOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:16

Astros Mailbag: Peña, Paredes, Brice Matthews & Bold...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/15

Will Jeremy Peña be ready for Opening Day? What is Brice Matthews' future? And what are some bold predictions for the 2026 Astros? Listeners asked those questions. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome tried to answer them, along with discussing the team's positional flexibility, its murky backup catcher situation and a crucial draft coming up in June. Use our codeTERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek

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42:26

Josh Hader Hits the IL — Bryan Abreu’s Time to Shine?...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/13

Josh Hader will start the season on the injured list — putting career setup man Bryan Abreu into the closer spotlight. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Hader's injury, the importance of this closer audition for Abreu — who is a pending free agent — and the continued success of Tatsuya Imai and Mike Burrows in Grapefruit League play. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box atHelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while

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50:09

Astros Camp Intel with Josh Reddick & WBC Breakdown |...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/11

The World Baseball Classic captivated Houston last weekend. Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick was part of it. He joined Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss a rowdy Team USA-Mexico game at Daikin Park, the atmosphere surrounding it and what has allowed the WBC to become so popular this season. Reddick also discusses his observations from spending a week in Astros spring training as a guest instructor in the outfield. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek

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39:01

Is the Astros' Infield Surplus Solved After Jeremy...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/07

Jeremy Peña fractured the tip of his right ring finger, making the Astros happy they haven't traded Isaac Paredes. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Peña's injury, whether it removes Paredes from the trade block altogether, Houston's reunion with catcher Christian Vázquez and early impressions from the first few games of the World Baseball Classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:22

Astros Roster Reality: Ken Rosenthal on Solving the...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/04

The Astros have an untenable infield situation — and FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal wrote about it last week. Rosenthal joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his latest column, which addresses why the Astros need to move Isaac Paredes to make life easier. Stafford and Rome then discuss the upcoming World Baseball Classic and Rome's story about top prospect Xavier Neyens' haircut hobby. Start your FOX One 7-day free trial today at https://FOXOne.comSee

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40:08

Astros Outfield Under Construction — Enter Josh...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/03/03

Astros fan favorite Josh Reddick is back in spring training — this time as a guest instructor helping to coach Houston's group of young outfielders. Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his observations from his first day in camp, what he hopes to see going forward, Brice Matthews' seamless transition to center field and the sentimentality of being back in Astros camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:35

AL West War: Ryan Divish on the Astros–Mariners...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/02/26

The Seattle Mariners dethroned the Astros last season as American League West champions. Have they overtaken Houston as the team to beat in the division? Longtime Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Mariners-Astros rivalry, how the two organizations are more similar than one might think and the goals for both teams entering the 2026 season. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek

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44:33

Who’s In, Who’s Out? Astros Roster Projections + Josh...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/02/24

Grapefruit League games have begun and the Astros' roster is beginning to take shape. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome take a crack at projecting the Astros' Opening Day roster, which will likely not feature All-Star closer Josh Hader and still has uncertainties around the outfield. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off

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39:30

From Milwaukee to The Show: AJ Blubaugh’s Rise with...

Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast ·

2026/02/21

A breakout rookie season leaves AJ Blubaugh on the brink of a major role on the Astros' pitching staff. Blubaugh. the first major-league pitcher ever from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his journey from small-town Bellville, Ohio, his rapid ascent up the Astros' hierarchy and his occasional beekeeping hobby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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