Locked On Astros - Daily Podcast On The Houston Astros

• PRESSURE: Astros Push Cam Smith's Limits as New Hitting Coaches DRIVE Change for 2026

  Houston Astros shake up coaching staff and ignite competition in the outfield as GM Dana Brown sets an aggressive offseason tone. Can Cam Smith rise to the challenge and claim his everyday spot, or will rising stars like Zach Cole and Jake Myers disrupt the expected lineup? New hitting coaches Victor Rodriguez and Anthony Iapose bring fresh philosophies to address last season’s inconsistent offense, while data-driven approaches promise to improve patience at the plate.Eric Huysman breaks down potential Hunter Brown contract talks, Scott Boras’s influence, and Houston’s strategy for handling key infield assets like Isak Paredes and Christian Walker. Injury updates for stars like Yordan Alvarez and Jose Altuve suggest the Astros are gearing up for a playoff push, but lingering questions remain about roster rotation and future trades. Will Dana Brown’s bold moves propel the Astros back into World Series contention?00:00 Astros Updates and GM Meetings05:25 "Passion for the Game's Origin"06:33 Astros' Offensive Strategy Revamp11:29 Astros Offseason Questions Loom14:36 "Cam Smith's Path to Success"17:37 Astros Trade Rumors and Options23:59 Pitcher Contracts: Long-Term Hesitation29:39 "Injury Updates and Recovery Progress"Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-astros/Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/#Astros #HoustonAstros #mlb Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLBGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• HUNTER BROWN RISES: Astros' Ace MAKES Waves in Cy Young Voting—Will He UNSEAT Skubal Next Year?

  The Cy Young Award, who won. Is Brown in line for his forst Cy Young in 2026? Dana Brown makes public comment on if Walker is on the trading block or not.Houston Astros shake up the offseason conversation as Hunter Brown clinches third place in the Cy Young vote, igniting debate about his future atop the rotation. Is the young ace poised to dethrone two-time winner Tarek Skubal in 2026? Key questions swirl around Christian Walker’s status, as GM Dana Brown shuts down trade rumors, affirming Walker’s role as everyday first baseman despite fan criticism of his offensive output.Brett Chancey and Eric Huysman spotlight recent coaching changes, Joe Espada’s recognition in Manager of the Year voting, and rising prospects like Cam Smith—who cracked the Rookie of the Year rankings. Hot topics include the Astros’ 2026 rookie breakout candidates, compensatory draft picks linked to player awards, and the impact of contract negotiations. With Astros fans eager for answers, this episode breaks down Houston’s strategic moves and sets the stage for a pivotal offseason.We’re growing fast on YouTube — help us reach 20,000 subscribers by subscribing now and joining the best Houston Astros community online! / @lockedonastroshttps://linktr.ee/LockedOnAstrosFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAstros?sid=Y...Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB#Astros #HoustonAstros #MLBSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RugietReady to level up your confidence ? Head to https://rugiet.com and use promo code LOCKEDONMLB for 15% off your first order.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• DECISION: Astros Debating Michael King vs. Dylan Cease—Who Will IMPACT The Rotation Most?

  Houston Astros weigh bold moves as Michael King, Dylan Cease, and Ranger Suarez emerge as top pitching targets. Could Michael King’s ground ball prowess be the answer to filling Framber Valdez’s void amid contract concerns and injury risks? The search for depth intensifies, with fans questioning whether letting Valdez walk was the right call and debating realistic free agent options.Brett Chancey breaks down the Astros’ offseason strategy, exploring JT Realmuto’s potential arrival as a seasoned backstop to support young catcher Yainer Diaz and the ripple effect on the lineup. Hot topics include possible trades involving Christian Walker, the impact of qualifying offer draft compensation, and Jim Crane’s vision for the roster. Will the Astros reload or rebuild in 2026—and is chasing marquee talent the key to another World Series run? Don’t miss this loaded analysis of Houston’s evolving pitching rotation and position player plans.🎧 Subscribe today and make Locked On Astros part of your daily routine — perfect for your commute, workout, or coffee break. 📺 We’re growing fast on YouTube — help us reach 20,000 subscribers by subscribing now and joining the best Houston Astros community online! / @lockedonastroshttps://linktr.ee/LockedOnAstrosFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAstros?sid=Y...Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB#Astros #HoustonAstros #MLBSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RugietReady to level up your confidence ? Head to https://rugiet.com and use promo code LOCKEDONMLB for 15% off your first order.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• BOMBSHELL: Dylan Cease to Houston Astros Just as Likely as ANY Other Team, John Morosi Claims!

  Htown Wheelhouse talks about the Astros wild scenerio's. Will they go after Cease? Will they trade Christian Walker? What do both of those moves mean for the team? Will Crane swing for the fences?Tune in for insider analysis on how the Astros plan to return to playoff contention after missing October for the first time in nine seasons.Houston Astros eye a bold roster reset as Dylan Cease emerges as a top trade target and Christian Walker hits the trade block. Could moving on from Framber Valdez and bringing in Cease's elite strikeout power spark a new era for the Astros’ rotation? Dana Brown faces tough decisions with a congested infield, while trade rumors swirl around key names and payroll flexibility becomes a priority.Brett Chancey spotlights how Walker’s potential departure could trigger a domino effect, opening opportunities for Isaac Parades, José Altuve, and Yordan Alvarez. Insights cover the Astros’ strategic pursuit—or avoidance—of Japanese free agents, and which bench players might be moved to balance the revamped roster. Will Houston’s willingness to spend and take risks deliver reinforcements or signal a transition year? Catch all the possible scenarios shaping the 2025 Astros.Locked On Astros is your daily Houston Astros podcast, hosted by Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey. As part of the Locked On Podcast Network, we bring you the latest Astros news, in-depth game analysis, player updates, and exclusive insights — every single weekday.Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual listener, stay connected with everything happening in Astros baseball. Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, never to miss an episode.🎧 Subscribe today and make Locked On Astros part of your daily routine — perfect for your commute, workout, or coffee break. 📺 We’re growing fast on YouTube — help us reach 20,000 subscribers by subscribing now and joining the best Houston Astros community online! / @lockedonastroshttps://linktr.ee/LockedOnAstrosFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAstros?sid=Y...Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB#Astros #HoustonAstros #MLBSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RugietReady to level up your confidence ? Head to https://rugiet.com and use promo code LOCKEDONMLB for 15% off your first order.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• Framber Valdez gets qualifying offer from Astros plus a Justin Verlander return?

  Join Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey for the Locked On Astros podcast as they discuss the Astros offering a qualifying offer to Framber Valdez. Will he accept? Which other players were offered them as well, and how could it affect the Astros' offseason plans? Is there a chance that Justin Verlander comes back to Houston? What's going on with Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz? WoW!!!Houston Astros finalize major roster moves as Chas McCormick and Luis Garcia officially depart, while Justin Verlander's potential return to Houston becomes increasingly realistic. Could the 43-year-old veteran anchor a revamped rotation alongside new free agent targets?Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey break down the Astros' offseason strategy, analyzing how MLB qualifying offers impact potential signings like Dylan Cease and Brandon Woodruff. The discussion covers Framber Valdez's $22 million qualifying offer, the shocking gambling scandal involving Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz facing 65 years in prison, and the looming free agency decisions surrounding Kyle Tucker and Alex Bregman.Key topics include why Verlander's second-half resurgence makes him a viable rotation piece, how the Astros' depleted farm system affects their draft pick strategy, and whether Houston can compete with the Los Angeles Dodgers for their star players.Tune in for insider analysis on how the Astros plan to return to playoff contention after missing October for the first time in nine seasons.Locked On Astros is your daily Houston Astros podcast, hosted by Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey. As part of the Locked On Podcast Network, we bring you the latest Astros news, in-depth game analysis, player updates, and exclusive insights — every single weekday.Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual listener, stay connected with everything happening in Astros baseball. Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, never to miss an episode.🎧 Subscribe today and make Locked On Astros part of your daily routine — perfect for your commute, workout, or coffee break. 📺 We’re growing fast on YouTube — help us reach 20,000 subscribers by subscribing now and joining the best Houston Astros community online! / @lockedonastroshttps://linktr.ee/LockedOnAstrosFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAstros?sid=Y...Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB#Astros #HoustonAstros #MLBSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RugietReady to level up your confidence ? Head to https://rugiet.com and use promo code LOCKEDONMLB for 15% off your first order.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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