Stone Cold Stros is Houston's podcast home for fun and insightful Houston Astros sports talk! Hosted by Brandon Strange, Charlie Pallilo, and Josh Jordan, our goal is to bring you the best coverage and conversations for those who love their 'Stros! New episodes drop Wednesdays during the offseason or anytime news breaks!
Reacting to the Astros trade deadline acquisition of Daulton Varsho. Are they better or worse after the move and what does the move say about the decision-making and heirarchy of the front office? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Astros sweep the pivotal series against their in-state Division rival Texas Rangers. Reactions to the optimism about a potential return for Carlos Corea. Can Houston keep the wheels turning against the last place Blue Jays? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Astros gladly welcomed gifts from Angels. The stage is set for a Divisional smackdown! Will Jim Crane direct Dana Brown to trade for Springer at the deadline? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In their series win, Astros suffer a loss in Chicago with another pitcher hitting the IL. How do the growing question marks around Houston's starter impact their trade priorities ahead of the deadline? Why the Astros must take advantage of the opportunities in front of them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Astros answer a 3 straight losses with 3 straight wins and continue to be right in the mix as no team can distinguish themselves in the AL West. Is selling really an option with Yordan on this team? Why this road trip can be the difference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Houston's unable to win a single game against the the Orioles as their hopes for a playoff berth grow dire. Was Saturday the beginning of the end for the season? Can the Astros take advantage of a floundering Miami team and claw their way out of their current nosedive? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What the Lance McCullers trade means in the macro, projecting the rotation, and the path forward setting up favorably for Houston. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Astros pitching fumbles away the series in Arlington. Yordan continues his epic 2026 campaign. What are the keys for Houston to overtake the AL West? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The pitchers were pounded in Washington by the pesky Nats. Has that realigned the Astros' trade priorities and, just as importantly, can the front office be trusted to make a move that nets positive? Previewing the Rangers series and a wildcard trade piece that could shakeup Houston's roster. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Houston halts Tampa's winning streak and takes their 6 series out of their last 7. Examining the Astros feast-or-famine offense, the concerns with Hunter Brown, the names connected to Houston trade rumors, and previewing the series with the Nationals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tatsuya Imai's latest worrisome start was the lowlight of a rough series against the Twins. With Jeremy Pena on the shelf again, can a thin offense rise to the occasion to offset an embattled starting rotation? Why the Astros should be taking notes during the Rays series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Houston uses 2 come-from-behind performances to take 3 of 4 from the Tigers in Detroit and finish up a 5-2 road trip. The Astros winning ways has them firmly in the playoff hunt. Reactions from the pitching a hitting performances and previewing the homestand versus the Twins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Astros escape Toronto with their 4th straight series win but the pitching and hitting continue to be enigmas. What to watch for in Detroit! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Astros take care of business against the Guardians, but what did we learn about the bi-polar pitching staff? Who will be the hitter in the 5-9 slots Houston can count on for production and will they come from within? Previewing a series in Toronto that could really make things interesting! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Houston tames the Tigers. An ace return but another starter is in peril. Do the Astros have a run in them that can offset their terrible April? Looking ahead to the Guardians series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Reactions from a wild series in Kansas City. With the return of Hunter Brown, who else within Houston's rotation can be counted on? Previewing Framber's return to Houston. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Houston tastes bitter defeat at the hands of the lowly Angels. Why are there so many mental errors among Astros players? Another chance to right the ship (or dig the hole deeper) awaits in Kansas City. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Astros took 2 of 3 from the A's but Mike Burrows continues to be stung by the home run bug. Players returning from the IL present some challenges that Joe Espada will be tasked to address. There's never been a more critical stretch to stack wins than over these next 3 series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Houston came within a flukey inning from being swept by the Pirates. The pitching that started looking so good struggled mightily and the offense continued their struggles save for a 6-run breakout in the middle game. Can the Astros get well against some Division opponents or has management's decisions already buried this team's chances? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Astros get edged out by a tough Brewers team but the pitching performances continued to build encouragement. Dissecting a tough 1-run loss. Is this the time Houston can gain back ground in the standings? Previewing the matchup against the Pirates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
