Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

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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!

1D AGO

Setting the Rotation: Pitching Coach Josh Miller Talks Astros Staff | Crush City Territory

Before flying to spring training, Astros pitching coach Josh Miller joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to preview Houston's new-look pitching staff. Miller analyzes the Astros' two biggest additions — Tatsuya Imai and Mike Burrows — while heaping praise on ace Hunter Brown and breaking down the competition for the final spots in the Astros' starting rotation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

44 min
4D AGO

Arms Race in West Palm: Astros Spring Pitching Battles and Trade Talk | Crush City Territory

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' latest pitching acquisition — Kai-Wei Teng from the San Francisco Giants — and how his arrival intensifies competition for the final roster spots in spring training. Then, the two hosts discuss Isaac Paredes' continued availability in trades and the World Baseball Classic insurance controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

52 min
JAN 30

An Early Astros Opening Day Lineup and Roster Projection | Crush City Territory

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve's absence from the World Baseball Classic and Kyle Tucker's mega-deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers before trying to project the Astros' Opening Day lineup and roster as spring training nears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

43 min
JAN 26

Inside FanFest: Key Takeaways on the Houston Astros

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss revelations from the Astros' annual FanFest at Daikin Park, including Joe Espada's plans for his overcrowded infield, Carlos Correa's concerns about the team's injury prevention, Spencer Arrighetti's return to the mound and how Cam Smith responded to Dana Brown's offseason challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50 min
JAN 20

The Astros’ Outfield Question: Roster Uncertainty and Trade Talk

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' outfield uncertainty, their continued trade discussions about Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker – and why dealing one may be their best avenue to supplementing the outfield. Kyle Tucker's mega-deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers and Ryan Pressly's retirement announcement are also discussed. Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

57 min
JAN 15

Inside Player Development: A Conversation with Astros Farm Director Sam Niedorf

New Astros farm director Sam Niedorf joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his hiring process, the state of Houston's farm system, new initiatives and ideas Niedorf has for the Astros' player development processes and what his goals are in his new role. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

35 min
JAN 12

What’s Next for the Astros After Imai? Let’s Talk Paredes & Walker

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the Astros' next moves after signing Tatsuya Imai. Could Isaac Paredes or Christian Walker be on the trading block? Might the Red Sox inquire about Paredes after Alex Bregman signed with the Chicago Cubs? The trio discusses all of it, plus Reddick's initial thoughts on Imai's fit in Houston. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

56 min
JAN 8

Meet the Astros' New Arm: Mike Burrows Joins the Show

New Astros starter Mike Burrows joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his trade from the Pittsburgh Pirates, his excitement for joining a new team, what he believes the Astros will help him to unlock and his time spent with former Astros pitching coach Brent Strom and Paul Skenes while a member of the Pirates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 min

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Jan 21

jlg2840

Chandler always provides great Astros insight!
Great Astros Content

Jan 13

Nick name s

This podcast is so fun to listen to. Love hearing insights from real players, gives it a whole new layer!
Astros coverage

Jan 13

Drs1616

Always a good listen. Great way to keep up with the team. Can’t wait for the season!
Chandler

Jan 13

march813

Chandler is one of the best in the business and listening to him makes him even better. The amount of information he knows makes the podcast a worthy listen every episode!

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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Foul Territory Network
Creator

Foul Territory Network
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

145
Rating

Clean
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Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast