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Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

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

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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The Astros were outscored 24-10 en route to losing three out of four games against the Seattle Mariners. They're now 11 games below .500 and 6.5 games back in the American League West. Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and Th... more

The Astros are 10 games below .500 and teetering toward a trade deadline sell-off. The deadline may be more than two months away, but Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome still discuss possible trade candidates, the difficulty of determini... more

Playing without all of Carlos Correa, Yainer Diaz and Jeremy Peña caught up to the Astros, who scored one run in their final 18 innings of a series loss in Cincinnati to fall nine games below. 500. The defending AL West Champion Seattle Mariners come... more

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A 13-game stretch starts on Friday that could define the Astros' season. Seven of them are against divisional opponents and — at 15-23 — the Astros can't afford to fall further behind. Former Houston outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and T... more

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Recent Guests

Sam Niedorf
Farm director (guest)
Houston Astros
Episode: Astros Prospects Spotlight: Insight on Neyens, Frey, Alvarez, Janek & More | Crush City Territory
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
Mike Burrows
New pitcher for the Houston Astros, previously with the Pittsburgh Pirates
Houston Astros
Episode: Meet the Astros' New Arm: Mike Burrows Joins the Show
Ryan Weiss
New pitcher for the Houston Astros
Houston Astros
Episode: New Astros Pitcher Ryan Weiss's Road To the Big Leagues
Ethan Katz
New Assistant Major League Pitching Coach for the Houston Astros
Houston Astros
Episode: Ethan Katz Joins the Show: Charting the Astros’ New Pitching Blueprint

Hosts

Chandler Rome
Athletic beat reporter; primary host guiding discussion and topics.
Tyler Stafford
Co-host providing analysis and reactions; frequent partner in discussion.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 309 ratings
  • Great Astros Podcast

    Maybe my favorite Astros podcast. It offers even handed insight not available anywhere else. And no cheerleading, just straight talk about the Astros, good or not as good. I look forward to each new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnSutter
    United Statesa month ago
  • Baseball Buds

    Listening to Crush City Territory is like hanging out with your buds and talking baseball. Chandler and Tyler offer a fun mix of stats you’ve never heard of and insight only a beat reporter could give. It really is a great way to stay current with the season and the team. The work that goes into the pod is evident in each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robert in SA
    United Statesa month ago
  • Smart Astros content

    There’s tons of places to consume Astros content, but this podcast brings a healthy mix of intelligent dialog, banter, quality guests, and consistency.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheAstrosLocker
    United States3 months ago
  • Go to Astros pod

    Chandler always provides great Astros insight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jlg2840
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Astros Content

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nick name s
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise balanced, insightful Astros coverage with data-driven takes and authentic banter.
Audio quality is a common point of feedback, with requests for clearer mic setups for guests.
Episodes are strong when featuring guests, offering firsthand player perspectives.

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#109
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Apple Podcasts
#148
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Apple Podcasts
#158
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Apple Podcasts
#44
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Apple Podcasts
#82
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#83
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Astros Outfield Under Construction — Enter Josh Reddick | Crush City Territory
Q: How did you feel being welcomed back by the Astros' clubhouse?
Reddick described a warm and large round of applause, noting it felt like reconnecting with a familiar group while recognizing the new generation of players coming through and the long arc of his career.
Astros Outfield Under Construction — Enter Josh Reddick | Crush City Territory
Q: What stood out about Brice Matthews on the field today?
Matthews looked smooth and athletic, showing potential with clean routes and the ability to move quickly to the ball, which excited the hosts about his future role if he continues to develop and get everyday playing time.
Astros Outfield Under Construction — Enter Josh Reddick | Crush City Territory
Q: What drills were you running out there?
They ran outfield stations with a focus on reaction time, with drills like the fungo-based drop drill that emphasized quick reads and routing, plus specific work on center-field reads and turning the right way to read balls off the bat.
Astros Roster Reality: Ken Rosenthal on Solving the Infield Surplus | Crush City Territory
Q: What prompted you to look into the Astros' infield surplus and write this column?
Ken explains he visited Astros camp, talked to people, and found the dynamic of multiple veteran infielders creating a surplus and a need to balance playing time, which crystallized as the defining story of the spring.
From Milwaukee to The Show: AJ Blubaugh’s Rise with the Astros | Crush City Territory
Q: How does it feel to be the only major league pitcher to come out of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?
It's very special because that school did so much for me.

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Two Houston Astros–focused hosts deliver data-driven analysis, candid banter, and insider perspective on the team's season, roster moves, injuries, and front-office dynamics. Episodes balance game-by-game breakdowns with long-range outlooks, guest appearances, and brand integrations, creating a steady stream of strategic and tactical conversations around the Astros' performance, development, and culture. Notably, the show features high-profile guests and a mix of serious analysis with light, personality-driven moments, making it a go-to for listeners seeking expert context alongside accessible storytelling about the team and its prospects.

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1. Sam Niedorf
2. Jake Meyers
3. Ken Rosenthal
4. Ryan Divish
5. AJ Blubaugh
6. Hunter Brown
7. Mike Burrows
8. Ryan Weiss

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