Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast

Astros Make Their Move Toward a First-Round Bye

The Astros took three out of four from the American League Central-leading Chicago White Sox and crept closer to a first-round bye in the AL playoff picture. Former Astro

Dana Brown Tells His Side as Carlos Correa Eyes a Return

Former Astros general manager Dana Brown joined Foul Territory on Tuesday and made his first extensive comments since being dismissed. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's C

Strom to the Rescue? Astros Turn to a Familiar Voice

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. Tyle

The Astros’ Next Move: Inside Jim Crane’s Reset After Dana Brown

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 Cra

Dana Brown Is Gone. Where Do the Astros Go From Here?

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 disc

Astros’ Playoff Hopes in Peril After Embarrassing Homestand

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 b

18-3 Disaster: Are the Astros Losing Their Grip on the AL West?

After a humiliating 18-3 defeat to the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday — and a series loss against the second-worst team in the American League — is the Houston Astros pla

Missed Opportunity vs. Seattle, Golden Opportunity Ahead

After a thrilling comeback on Friday night, the Astros squandered a chance to bury the Seattle Marines in the AL West race, dropping the final two games of their series.

Pecko Watch: Astros-Mariners Finale and the Next Pitching Call-Up

Ethan Pecko did not make his scheduled start for Triple-A Sugar Land on Sunday — perhaps in preparation to make his major-league debut next week against the Angels. Tyler

A Playoff Push in the Middle of Astros Uncertainty

The Astros are in playoff position despite uncertainty in both their front office and pitching staff. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome field listener quest

The Bullpen Is Rolling. Can the Astros’ Bats Keep Up?

Despite deep funks from Jeremy Peña, Yordan Alvarez and Isaac Paredes, the Astros managed a 3-3 West Coast road trip buoyed by their bullpen. Tyler Stafford and The Athle

The Astros’ Post-Deadline Pursuit Continues

After an underwhelming trade deadline netted them only Daulton Varsho, the Astros are still searching for upgrades to their roster — specifically a right-handed hitting b

After the Deadline, the Astros Rotation Is Still the Story

In the aftermath of an underwhelming trade deadline, the Astros dropped two of three against the Toronto Blue Jays while questions about the sustainability of their start

Astros Add Daulton Varsho... But Why Didn't They Fix the Rotation?

At Monday's trade deadline, the Astros improved their outfield by acquiring center fielder Daulton Varsho, but failed to fortify a struggling starting rotation. The Athle

Statement Made: Astros Sweep Rangers, Take Over First Place

The Astros never trailed in a statement sweep of the Texas Rangers, which vaulted Houston into first place in the American League West while intensifying attention around

Astros Deadline Mailbag: Outfield Upgrades, Peña & Trade Buzz

The trade deadline is four days away and the Astros remain in search of outfield upgrades and, perhaps, right-handed pitching. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler

Cockroaches Don't Die... Neither Do the Astros

The Astros have won seven of their past eight games and remain in ideal position for an American League playoff spot as the trade deadline approaches. Tyler Stafford and

Hunter Brown Is Back: Ace Returns in Astros' Series Win

Hunter Brown reprised his role as the Astros' ace and pitched Houston to a series win it desperately needed. Because of it, general manager Dana Brown reaffirmed the Astr

Three-Headed Monster: Yordan, Peña & Paredes Power the Astros

As Yordan Alvarez continues his MVP season, it's worth noting the production of the two men who sandwich him in Houston's batting order: shortstop Jeremy Peña and third b

Is Yordan's Triple Crown Chase Forcing the Astros to Buy?

Yordan Alvarez has a comfortable lead atop all three American League Triple Crown leaderboards and is cruising toward an AL MVP. Shouldn't that almost mandate the Astros