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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Tatsuya Imai's introductory news conference and his genuine happiness to be in Houston and attending sporting events before diving into Jim Crane's desire to expand the Astros' footprint in Asia and the Pacific Rim — and what that could mean for future player acquisitions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome react to the Astros' stunning acquisition of Japanese free-agent pitcher Tatsuya Imai, analyze how the deal came to be, what Imai's presence means for the Astros' rotation and what could be next in Houston's unpredictable offseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome for a special draft to select the best moments of the 2025 Houston Astros season — from Hunter Brown's emergence into an ace to a dominating sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers to Jeremy Peña's evolution into a bona fide superstar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome break down the Astros' pitching staff following the additions of Mike Burrows, Ryan Weiss and Nate Pearson, analyze how the season-opening starting rotation could look, assign roles to players on the fringe and ponder whether another addition to the staff could be prudent. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' trade for Mike Burrows and Houston's plan for the promising young pitcher before analyzing the prospects sent to Tampa Bay and what may be next for an Astros team still searching for pitching. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' silence post-Winter Meetings, Chas McCormick's farewell to Houston, the correlation between McCormick and Jake Meyers' career arcs, Jeremy Peña's pivotal winter and what Houston players could appear in the World Baseball Classic.  Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Astros pitcher Ryan Weiss joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his experience in KBO, the decision to sign with the Astros, how he's evolved as a pitcher and person and the excitement for his upcoming major-league debut next season. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to CCT on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.