An Inside Look at the Astros’ Offense with Dan Hennigan

Dan Hennigan left his role as the Astros' offensive coordinator in early August for a spot on Wake Forest's coaching staff. Hennigan joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss his decision to leave and his time spent with the 2026 Astros, including insight on Yordan Alvarez, C…

Espada Out, What’s Next? The Astros’ Search for New Leadership

The Astros made the inevitable official on Wednesday, parting ways with manager Joe Espada after three seasons as Houston's skipper and nine in the organization. The decision leaves Houston without a manager or general manager, but the search for a GM is picking up steam. Tyler Stafford and The Ath…

Can the Astros Fix Their Pitching for 2027?

The Astros finished 2026 with the second-most walks in baseball, the sixth-highest ERA in the sport and a pitching staff shrouded with uncertainty. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome break down what went right for the pitching staff, what went wrong and what the new baseball operations…

Astros at a Crossroads: The Difficult Decisions Ahead

Eight days after their season ended, the Houston Astros are still shrouded in silence. The future of manager Joe Espada remains in flux, as does the team's search for a new general manager. Former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome to discuss the st…

Astros’ Next Move: A Franchise at a Crossroads

After the Houston Astros were swept by the Chicago White Sox in the Wild Card Series, attention turns to the future of both the organization and manager Joe Espada. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Espada's uncertain status and when a decision may be rendered before beginning…

Swept Away: Astros’ Season Ends in Disgrace

The Astros were swept by the Chicago White Sox in an embarrassing showing during the Wild Card Series, complete with booing from the Daikin Park crowd and a few players barking back at it. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the end of the 2026 season, the booing and atmosphere …

Through It All: Astros Win the West

Despite an 81-81 season that featured every form of adversity, the Houston Astros are American League West champions for the eighth time in 10 seasons. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' division title, what it took to get there and Yordan Alvarez's incredible seaso…

Are The Houston Astros And Seattle Mariners Rivals? A Fan’s Lament With Dustin Nickerson

Tyler Stafford is joined by comedian, author, and long-suffering Seattle Mariners fan Dustin Nickerson to discuss the agony of a disappointing baseball season as a fan. They (attempt to) settle the trash can debate, Jose Altuve’s legacy, and many other topics in a wide-ranging and fun conversation.…

Lucas Spence’s Historic Night Keeps the Astros in the Playoff Hunt

Playing in his 16th major-league game, Astros rookie outfielder Lucas Spence may have saved the team's season. He became the third player in MLB history to hit the first three home runs of his career in one game — an incredible performance that propelled the Astros to a win they desperately needed.…

Astros' Costly Victory: Playoff Control Comes With a Price

To open a season-defining road trip, the Astros played their most complete game of September with a 7-0 win against the Seattle Mariners. Concern is still mounting, though, after Cristian Javier, Daulton Varsho, Brice Matthews and Jeremy Peña all had injury scares. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's…