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Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

Foul Territory Network
Houston Astros
Major League Baseball
Jose Altuve
Yordan Alvarez
Cam Smith
Hunter Brown
Astros
Seattle Mariners
Baseball
Framber Valdez
Jordan Alvarez
Carlos Correa
Jeremy Peña
Lance Mccullers Jr.
Tatsuya Imai
Spring Training
Texas Rangers
Christian Walker
Dana Brown
Alex Bregman

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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Latest Episodes

At the behest of Jeff Bagwell, the Astros brought back venerated pitching coach Brent Strom as a pitching consultant in hopes of catalyzing a late-season turnaround. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss how Strom got back to the ba... more

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Astros owner Jim Crane spoke for the first time on Tuesday since parting ways with general manager Dana Brown. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Crane's comments, the future of manager Joe Espada, what doomed Brown and where Cra... more

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The Astros and Dana Brown parted ways on Monday, ending a three-and-a-half year tenure for Houston's general manager. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss why Brown was dismissed now, what led to his downfall, what this means for m... more

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The Astros ended an embarrassing homestand with their worst loss of the season — blowing a six-run lead against the lowly A's, who entered play with the worst record in baseball. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Houston's horri... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Spolane
Former Astros broadcaster/anchor and writer, frequent guest co-host
Crawfish Boxes / Associated Press
Episode: The Astros' Messy First Half — And Why Hope Isn't Gone
Todd Kalas
Astros television play-by-play man
The Bullpen
Episode: Astros Trending Up? Todd Kalas Joins the Show
Jason Schiavone
Minor League Home Run King, new Corpus Christi Hooks
Houston Astros organization (via Astros system coverage)
Episode: The Astros’ Hottest Bat? Jason Schiavone Talks Promotion and Power
Will Carroll
Injury expert, host of Injury Territory
Foul Territory Network
Episode: Inside the Astros’ Early Trade Deadline Plans
Jake Meyers
Astros starting center fielder
Houston Astros
Episode: Covering Ground: Jake Meyers Talks Defense and Big League Life | Crush City Territory
Ken Rosenthal
FT Senior Insider, The Athletic Senior Writer
The Athletic
Episode: Astros Roster Reality: Ken Rosenthal on Solving the Infield Surplus | Crush City Territory
Ryan Divish
Seattle Times Mariners beat writer
Seattle Times
Episode: AL West War: Ryan Divish on the Astros–Mariners Rivalry | Crush City Territory
AJ Blubaugh
Pride of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Major League Pitcher for the Houston Astros
Houston Astros
Episode: From Milwaukee to The Show: AJ Blubaugh’s Rise with the Astros | Crush City Territory
Hunter Brown
Reigning American League Cy Young finalist and Houston Astros ace
Houston Astros
Episode: Astros ace Hunter Brown talks his breakout, Wayne State and staying dominant | Crush City Territory

Hosts

Chandler Rome
Host of Crush City Territory, beat reporter for The Athletic; regularly provides inside analysis on Astros coverage.
Tyler Stafford
Co-host and contributor, brings veteran perspective and banter to lineup and depth discussions; associated with The Athletic and Crush City Territory.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 331 ratings
  • JMHO

    Great podcast. Chandler is a knowledgeable baseball journalist. The podcast is informative and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Midnight Rider1
    United Statesa month ago
  • Astros

    The best podcast for Astros fans. Hosts have great insights and this is always an entertaining show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mcm2949
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing Show

    A reliable source for keeping up with everything happening around the club. The discussions are informative, engaging, and easy to follow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NicoD67
    United States2 months ago
  • Best Source For Astro News

    This podcast is always providing the fans with the best information for the Astros. The hosts are very knowledgeable and top tier!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mriahj
    United States3 months ago
  • All things Astros

    This podcast is a must listen for Astros fan! Incredible insight from Chandler and Tyler, all things Astros. Josh plays his part as well, giving player insights. Have a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hondo0317
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Insightful and data-driven Astros analysis with accessible banter.
Strong guest rotations and in-depth roster discussions build credibility.
Audience cares about both on-field performance and front-office moves; audio quality sometimes noted as inconsistent.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#89
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#121
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#165
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#10
France/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#70
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#116
Germany/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Astros Deadline Mailbag: Outfield Upgrades, Peña & Trade Buzz
Q: Could the Astros buy and sell at the same time, and what are the risks of narrowing the market by pursuing both.
Yes, but doing both would limit the market and could hinder the goal of building a strong 2026 roster; a balance is possible if they backfill any traded players with suitable acquisitions, but it requires careful planning and timing.
Astros Deadline Mailbag: Outfield Upgrades, Peña & Trade Buzz
Q: Andy asks if the Astros should consider moving Abreu at the deadline given his recent form.
Abreu is viewed as a rental reliever with value in the short term; the group leans toward keeping him if he continues strong pitching to help the 2026 team, while acknowledging the trade market could still bring back value if the right deal arises.
Astros Deadline Mailbag: Outfield Upgrades, Peña & Trade Buzz
Q: What exactly is the plan with Jeremy Peña? The last extension offer fell through, and with Boris, who knows what's going to happen?
The consensus is that trading Peña this season is unlikely since the Astros are in buy mode and not sellers; any decision hinges on whether they believe trading Peña would maximize long-term value, with winter discussions likely to center on his future and potential extensions.
The Astros’ Hottest Bat? Jason Schiavone Talks Promotion and Power
Q: What was the drive like from Asheville to Corpus Christi after the promotion, and how did you react to the news?
He describes the promotion as a blessing, enjoyed the long road trip, and notes the manager's playful setup before delivering the news, expressing gratitude for the opportunity.
The Astros’ Hottest Bat? Jason Schiavone Talks Promotion and Power
Q: What are your goals as you settle in to being a Double-A Corpus Christi Hook?
His goals are to stay aggressive, barrel-to-ball rather than chase averages or homers, walk when possible, and minimize strikeouts while maintaining overall offensive impact.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Houston Astros-focused show that combines insider baseball analysis with candid banter about roster moves, pitching depth, and front-office strategy through the season. Across recent episodes, the hosts dissect pitching staff tweaks, lineup construction around key stars, and the trade-deadline calculus, often weaving in guest perspectives from players and analysts. The tone stays informal and data-driven, with frequent tie-ins to real-world events, farm-system development, and sponsorships, making it a practical listen for industry watchers and hardcore fans alike. A notable strength is the grounding in on-field specifics (rotation health, bullpen usage, and bullpen trust) paired with behind-the-scenes context from the Astros' front offic... more

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