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Ep 8935/11 ASTRO POD featuring Hall of Famer Craig Biggio

He wore #7 on his Astros jersey and played in 7 Major League All-Star Games. He earned 5 Silver Slugger Awards and grinded-out 4 Gold Gloves. He played 20 seasons in the big leagues and all of them for the Houston Astros. In 2015, Craig Biggio was elected to Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame and he joins Steve Sparks and Geoff Blum in Episode 16 of Astro Pod. As the entire world adjusts to life with COVID-19, Biggio is finding ways to be thankful for his health while enjoying some down time with family. Biggio talks about the current Astros team, the 2019 World Series, and later reflects on his favorite moments at Minute Maid Park. When asked about playing along side Hall of Fame teammate, Jeff Bagwell, Biggio responds with, “Baggy and I we were just two east coast kids hanging out in Texas in the big leagues, man. There was nothing better than that.” Share your thoughts and send questions to [email protected] or #AstrosRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 11, 202040 min

Ep 8925/7 ASTRO POD featuring Joe Espada

Episode 15: Joe Espada enters his 3rd season as Astros bench coach and 1st with veteran manager Dusty Baker. Espada played 10 seasons in the Minor Leagues before making his MLB coaching career debut with the Marlins in 2010. Along with Steve Sparks and Robert Ford, Espada talks about his love for the game and what he's learned from making the jump from player to coach. Espada has spent time under big league managers Joe Girardi, Ozzie Guillen, Fredi Gonzalez, Edwin Rodriguez, Jack McKeon and now Dusty Baker. A native of Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Espada has a real passion for the game and is proud of the off-field contributions from the Astros' players. "I always use Roberto Clemente, everybody knew how good he was on the field. But the stuff he did off the field? That's what I value the most. That's (Alex) Bregman, that's (Carlos) Correa, (Justin) Verlander, the Reddicks (Josh) ,,, Lance McCullers, I'm super proud of the work they're doing." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 202042 min

Ep 8915/4 ASTRO POD featuring Jim Deshaies, Justin Verlander

Jim Deshaies, former big league pitcher and popular television broadcaster, joins his old friend and boothmate Bill Brown for a few laughs in episode 14 of Astro Pod. Deshaies spent 12 seasons on the mound, 7 seasons in an Astros uniform and 16 years as the color commentator in the TV booth from 1997 through 2012. JD and Brownie team up and recall some of their favorite memories. JD also talks about his childhood in Massena, NY, where he was exposed to baseball through New York Yankees and Montreal Expos broadcasts. Deshaies, now in Chicago, is in his 8th season as an analyst working alongside Len Kasper for Cubs television. Bonus Track: x8 All-Star and x2 Cy Young winner Justin Verlander spoke to members of the media last Thursday. Listen to excerpts from JV's media conference as he talks about recovering and rehabbing after surgery, preparing for the 2020 season and his philanthropic efforts to communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 4, 202052 min

Ep 8904/30 ASTRO POD featuring All-Star Ryan Pressly, Houston Methodist

Episode 13: Relief Pitcher Ryan Pressly made his 1st MLB All-Star team in 2019 and has been a huge asset for the Houston Astros bullpen. Last season Pressly posted the longest scoreless appearance streak in Major League history and he talks about it with Todd Kalas and Geoff Blum. Pressly praises his teammates and explains how Pitching Coach Brent Strom (and Astros analytics) helped him improve his pitch selection, which was a big part of his success. Pressly not only thrives on big moment situations but it gives him confidence to face players like Mike Trout with the game on the line, “I love being put in those situations, that’s honestly the best feeling in the world.” Bonus Track: President and CEO of Houston Methodist, Dr. Marc Boom and Chief of Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, Dr. David Linter, join Steve Sparks to discuss the COVID-19 virus and its effect on Major League Baseball. Both Dr. Linter, Astros Team Medical Director for over 25 years, and Dr. Boom offer extraordinary advice and explain how the medical world is managing this crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 30, 20201h 30m

Ep 8894/27 ASTRO POD featuring Brent Strom

Episode 12: Brent Strom was named Baseball America’s 2018 MLB Coach of the Year and has been recognized throughout the world for his proficiency in pitching and biomechanics. Stromy has been in professional baseball since 1970 and first joined the Astros organization in 1989 as a Minor League instructor. Steve Sparks and Robert Ford talk with Strom about those early years and later discuss why pitching mechanics are so important. Storm also provides updates on his 2020 staff, talks about meeting Ted Williams, explains how he ended up marrying Mrs. America and much-much more. Share your thoughts and send questions to [email protected] or #AstrosRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 27, 202043 min

Ep 8884/23 ASTRO POD featuring Lance Berkman

Episode 11: Big Puma, the 6x All-Star and former infielder/outfielder for the Houston Astros, checks-in with Geoff Blum and Steve Sparks. A fan favorite and huge part of Astro lore, Lance Berkman tells a hilarious story about Hall of Fame teammate Jeff Bagwell, recalls his time with Rice baseball coach Wayne Graham, explains what it’s like calling games from the TV booth and fondly remembers his favorite moment at Minute Maid Park. Share your thoughts and send questions to [email protected] or #AstrosRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 23, 202046 min

Ep 8874/20 ASTRO POD featuring Joe Smith, Chris Shepherd

Episode 10: Astros relief pitcher Joe Smith and wife Allie LaForce (NBA/NCAA reporter) are spearheading Project Frontline which delivers meals to hospital workers in Cleveland and Houston. Smith talks about his initiative to help frontline workers during the COVID-19 crisis with broadcasters Todd Kalas and Steve Sparks. The trio also discuss Smith’s early days in MLB, setting personal goals, staying mentally and physically healthy, playing in his first World Series and later offers advice to young athletes. Next, world-renowned chef Chris Shepherd joins Sparks to highlight Southern Smoke, an emergency relief fund which provides assistance to workers in the food/beverage industry affected by the pandemic. Shepherd has gained notoriety beyond Houston and created this nonprofit to “take care of our own.” Share your thoughts and send questions to [email protected] or #AstrosRadio Visit and support Project Front Line or Southern Smoke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 20, 202038 min

Ep 8864/16 ASTRO POD featuring Abraham Toro

Episode 9: The Astros 2019 Minor League Player of the Year joins television broadcasters Todd Kalas and Geoff Blum. Toro talks about contributing to Justin Verlander’s no-hitter in Toronto, getting the call to the big leagues, switch-hitting and staying baseball-ready for 2020 during the pandemic. Share your thoughts and send questions to [email protected] or #AstrosRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 16, 202028 min

Ep 8854/9 ASTRO POD featuring Judge Roy Hofheinz the First Owner of the Houston Franchise

Episode 8: Long time broadcasters Bill Brown and Steve Sparks team up on this episode to pay homage to one of the founding fathers of the Houston Astros. Brown talks to Dene Hofheinz Anton, Roy's daughter, who describes her father as a visionary who helped bring Major League Baseball to the city of Houston. Grandson Dinn Mann fondly recalls growing up in the 8th Wonder of the World and how his grandfather's influences still affect the fans' experience of attending games today. Sparky and Brownie share their thoughts and evoke stories of how Hofheinz made his mark in Houston and beyond. Share your thoughts and send questions to [email protected] or #AstrosRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 13, 202051 min

Ep 8844/9 ASTRO POD featuring Kyle Tucker

Episode 7: OF Kyle Tucker carved out some time to talk with Todd Kalas and Steve Sparks. Tucker talks about growing up in Tampa Bay and playing with former high school teammate and 2019 NL ROY Pete Alonso. Tucker also reflects on the ‘19 season, AL ROY Yordan Alvarez, stealing bags, passing time gaming with teammates and staying ready for 2020. Share your thoughts and send questions to [email protected] or #AstrosRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 9, 202031 min

Ep 8834/6 ASTRO POD featuring Dusty Baker

Episode 6: Veteran manager Dusty Baker joins today's podcast via phone from his home in Sacramento, CA. Baker talks to radio broadcasters Robert Ford and Steve Sparks about experiencing the 1976 MLB lockout and strikes from the '80s. Baker also reflects on the passing of Astros legend Jimmy “The Toy Cannon” Wynn, shares titles of his favorite Western movies, quotes the late Tupac Shakur and explains how working in his vineyard is therapeutic. Share your thoughts and send questions to [email protected] or #AstrosRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 6, 202028 min

Ep 8824/2 ASTRO POD featuring The Real Josh Reddick

Episode 5: Gold Glove winner and H-Town fan favorite Josh Reddick jumps on today's podcast with broadcasters Steve Sparks and Todd Kalas. The Mayor of Woooo-ston talks about spending time with wife Georgette and his twin boys, Maverick and Ryder, who just turned six months on Thursday. Reddick reflects on his father's near-death experience, going fishing with George Springer and staying ready for the 2020 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 2, 202023 min

Ep 8813/30 ASTRO POD featuring Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell

Episode 4: when a Major League Hall of Famer speaks, Geoff Blum and Steve Sparks listen. A highly entertaining episode as these great baseball minds talk about Carlos Correa, Lance McCullers, George Springer and the Skipper Dusty Baker. Bagwell looks back to what he misses most about the game and shares stories of former teammates including Brad Asmus and Casey Candaele. All 3-former big leaguers later pause to show to their appreciation for everyone during this pandemic. Pitch us your questions and we’ll field your comments on the next episode #AstrosRadio and [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 30, 202045 min

Ep 8803/26 ASTRO POD featuring general manager James Click

Episode 3: Radio broadcasters Robert Ford and Steve Sparks invite Astros GM James Click to the show. Click talks about the challenges of being an MLB GM and the balance of his players staying safe and healthy but also being physically ready for the season. Click later reflects on growing up in Durham, N.C. and being a Bulls fan. Pitch us your questions and we’ll field your comments on the next episode #AstrosRadio and [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 26, 202027 min

Ep 8793/23 ASTRO POD featuring Steve Sparks, Todd Kalas, Bill Brown & Astros HOF’er Bob Watson

In the second installment of Astro Pod Sparky and TK recall some of their favorite Opening Day memories and share thoughts about the Astros starting rotation. Next, longtime broadcaster Bill Brown highlights the legendary career of Bob Watson who will be inducted into the Astros 2020 Hall of Fame class. Finally, Sparks and Kalas pick their favorite recording artists and TV shows of all time. Subscribe to our new podcast series as Astros Broadcasters invite special guests on to talk baseball and help Astros fans and baseball fans everywhere keep up with America's Favorite Pastime! Pitch us your questions and we’ll field your comments on the next episode #AstrosRadio and [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24, 202039 min

Ep 8783/20 ASTROLINE presented by Karbach Brewing: Podcast featuring Robert Ford, Steve Sparks & Geoff Blum

As we all embrace the importance of social distancing, the Astros team broadcasters gather around the-virtual-roundtable with thoughts on baseball, Spring Training and entertaining tips on coping with cabin fever. Listen as Robert Ford, Steve Sparks and Geoff Blum kick off a new series of podcasts to help Astros fans and baseball fans everywhere keep up with America's Favorite Pastime! Pitch us your questions and we’ll field your comments on the next episode #AstrosRadio and [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 202028 min

Ep 8773/11 ASTROLINE Spring Training Podcast: Josh James

Robert Ford and Micheal Coffin host the next to last Astroline of the season in West Palm Beach, FL. RHP flame thrower, Josh James, talks to Astros Radio about his 2nd big league camp, being a new dad, competing for the 5th starting spot and throwing over 100 MPH. Tune into the Astros throughout Spring Training and every broadcast on the Astros Radio Network, TuneIn, MLB AtBat and SportsTalk 790 KBME Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 12, 202049 min

Ep 8763/7 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Preview vs St. Louis, Steve Sparks, Brian McTaggart, Mike Coffin

Michael Coffin with AA Corpus Christi Radio joins Astros broadcaster Steve Sparks in Jupiter as the Redbirds host the Houston Astros. MLB.COM’s beat writer Brian McTaggart spoke to Sparky and Coffin on Friday after RHP Lance McCullers outing vs the Metropolitans. Tune in LIVE on SportsTalk 790 in Houston or on the MLB app, TuneIn or SiriusXM as Sparks and Coffin bring you the play-by-play action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 7, 202013 min

Ep 8753/6 ASTROLINE Spring Training Podcast: Preview vs Mets, Taylor Jones, Sparks & Coffin and Brian McTaggart

The Miracle Mets are down from PSL and take on the Astros in WPB. Steve Sparks and Mike Coffin preview the matchup. They talk to prospect IF/1B Taylor Jones and recap RHP Josh James' outing against the Red Sox. Tune into the Astros throughout Spring Training and every broadcast on the Astros Radio Network, TuneIn, MLB AtBat and SportsTalk 790 KBME Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 6, 202013 min

Ep 8743/4 ASTROLINE Spring Training Podcast: Myles Straw, Sparks & Coffin

Speedy OF Myles Straw is on the verge of making the Astros 2020 opening day roster and he joins Steve Sparks and Mike Coffin on Wednesday’s Astroline. The trio discuss his uptick to this years’ team, Spring Training, being a productive teammate and being a new father. Tune into the Astros throughout Spring Training and every broadcast on the Astros Radio Network, TuneIn, MLB AtBat and SportsTalk 790 KBME Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 5, 202048 min

Ep 8733/4 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 11 Preview, Steve Sparks, Brian McTaggart, Mike Coffin

Guest broadcaster, Michael Coffin AA Corpus Christi Radio, joins Astros broadcaster Steve Sparks in West Palm Beach as the Stros host the Miami Marlins. MLB.COM’s beat writer Brian McTaggart joins the radio booth during Tuesday’s broadcast against the Cardinals in Jupiter. Tune in LIVE on SportsTalk 790 in Houston and on the MLB app, TuneIn and SiriusXM as Sparks and Coffin bring you the play-by-play action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 4, 202015 min

Ep 8723/1 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 9 Preview, James Click, Brian McTaggart

Astros General Manager James Click talks to Robert Ford prior to Sunday’s day game in West Palm Beach. First, Ford and Todd Kalas preview RHP Lance McCullers spring debut after undergoing Tommy John surgery. The St. Louis Cardinal are set to start LHP Austin Gomber. MLB.COM’s beat writer Brian McTaggart joins the radio booth during Saturday’s broadcast against the Mets to recap the Astros outing. Tune in LIVE on SportsTalk 790 in Houston and on the MLB app, TuneIn and SiriusXM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 1, 202017 min

Ep 8712/29 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 8 Preview, Jeremy Pena, Brian McTaggart

It’s leap day and the Astros are hosting the New York Mets at the FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. It’s a lefty-lefty matchup LHP Framber Valdez faces off against NY’s LHP Steven Matz. Todd Kalas steps out of the television booth and into the radio booth with Robert Ford as they talk over the matchup. The young talented SS Jeremy Pena sits down with Ford before Saturday’s matinee. Then, Brian McTaggart with the Houston Chronicle jumps on Astros radio to recap Friday’s game against the Marlins. Listen to every Astros game on SportsTalk 790 in Houston or stream the broadcast LIVE on the MLB app, TuneIn and SiriusXM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 29, 202015 min

Ep 8702/28 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 7 Preview, Brandon Bielak, Chandler Rome

Fish fried Friday baseball in Jupiter, FL, as the Astros take the short drive north to face the Miami Marlins. RHP Zach Greinke makes his 2020 Grapefruit League debut as Steve Sparks and Robert Ford preview the matchup. Once again, Chronicle reporter Chandler Rome stops by the radio booth and offers his thoughts on the Astros' spring camp to this point. Stream the 'Stros on the MLB app, TuneIn, SiriusXM or listen to Friday's encore performance on the flagship station SportsTalk 790 or live on the Astros Radio Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 202015 min

Ep 8692/27 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 6 Preview, Chas McCormick, Chandler Rome

Thursday Night Lights in West Palm Beach as the Astros are visitors in their own stadium to take on the World Series champs. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview the action before slugger Chas McCormick breaks down his young career to Sparky. Reporter Chandler Rome with the Houston Chronicle wraps things up with his take on Wednesday’s action against the Redbirds. Subscribe and follow the Astros every single game via the MLB App, TuneIn and over the radio on the Astros' flagship station SportsTalk 790 Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 27, 202024 min

Ep 8682/26 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 5 Preview, Andre Scrubb, Brian McTaggart

Weather is threatening in West Palm Beach on Wednesday as the Astros are set to host the St. Louis Cardinals. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview the action before we getting to know pitcher Andre Scrubb, who is in Astros big league camp for the first time. Later, Brian McTaggart with MLB.com recaps Tuesday’s Grapefruit League game against the Marlins. Follow the Astros every single game by streaming the broadcast on MLB At Bat, TuneIn and listen live on the Astros' flagship station SportsTalk 790 Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 26, 202019 min

Ep 8672/25 ASTROLINE Spring Training Podcast: Dusty Baker

A must listen! Manager of the Houston Astros Dusty Baker talks fishing, music and baseball with Robert Ford and Steve Sparks. Tune into the Astros throughout Spring Training and every broadcast on the Astros Radio Network, TuneIn, MLB AtBat and SportsTalk 790 KBME Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 26, 202048 min

Ep 8662/25 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 4 Preview, Kyle Tucker, Chandler Rome

The Astros return to West Palm Beach to face the Miami Marlins as Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview Grapefruit Game #4. Outfielder Kyle Tucker sits down with Sparky before Chandler Rome, from the Houston Chronicle, swings by the radio booth to recap Monday’s game from Lakeland. Follow the 'Stros every-single-game by streaming Astros Radio on MLB AtBat, TuneIn and later on SportsTalk for an encore replay Tuesday night following Astroline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 25, 202023 min

Ep 8652/24 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 3 Preview, Myles Straw, Jake Kaplan

Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview Grapefruit Game #3 as the Astros hit the road for the 1st time in Florida to play the Detroit Tigers in Lakeland. Sparky sits down with the speedy OF Myles Straw who is eager for his opportunity this spring. Later, Jake Kaplan from the Athletic stopped by the radio booth on Sunday with an update from the Astros clubhouse. Follow the Stros every-single-game by listening to Astros Radio on SportsTalk 790AM Houston, MLB AtBat, TuneIn and the Astros Radio Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 24, 202014 min

Ep 8642/23 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Game 2 Preview, James Click

Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview Grapefruit Game #2 as the Nationals host the Astros at FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. General Manager James Click joins Ford prior to first pitch and talks about his path to the Astros. Follow the Stros every-single-game by listening to Astros Radio on SportsTalk 790AM Houston, MLB AtBat, TuneIn and the Astros Radio Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 23, 20209 min

Ep 8632/22 SPRING TRAINING PODCAST: Opener Preview, Dusty Baker

Spring is in the air and Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview the Grapefruit Opener between the Astros and Washington Nationals in West Palm Beach. The new manager for H-Town, Dusty Baker, joins Ford for a discussion on the energy around the clubhouse and how Baker prepares the team for spring ball. Follow the Astros all season by listening to Astros Radio every single spring game on MLB AtBat, TuneIn and the Astros Radio Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 22, 202011 min

Ep 8622/20 ASTROLINE Spring Training Podcast: Shane Reynolds, Brian McTaggart, Bill Brown and Kevin Eschenfelder

Houston Legend, former All-Star pitcher and Astros Hall of Famer Shane Reynolds joins broadcasters Bill Brown and Kevin Eschenfelder for an intriguing conversation as the 'Stros shut down the outside noise and prepare for their spring opener in West Palm Beach on Saturday. First, MLB.com reporter Brian McTaggart checks in from Astros camp with the latest from the clubhouse and backfields of FITTEAM Ballpark. Then Reynolds talks about what it’s like to prepare and offers his take on new Manager Dusty Baker. Make plans to listen to the Astros throughout Spring Training as every game broadcast will be available on the Astros Radio Network, TuneIn and MLB AtBat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 202049 min

Ep 8612/13 ASTROLINE Hot Stove Podcast: Lance Berkman, Brent Strom, Brian McTaggart

The Houston Astros are making front page news and Astroline talks to beat reporter Brian McTaggart with MLB.COM, who joins the show from West Palm Beach, as pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training. Broadcasters Robert Ford and Todd Kalas welcome pitching coach Brent Strom and Astros HOF’er Lance Berkman to the show as they discuss spring training, off season distractions and 2020 expectations. Make plans to listen to the Astros throughout Spring Training as every game broadcast will be available on the Astros Radio Network, TuneIn and MLB AtBat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 202046 min

Ep 8602/06 ASTROLINE Hot Stove Podcast: James Click, Jim Crane and Dusty Baker

Owner, General Manager and field Manager of the Houston Astros join the Hot Stove Show on Thursday in downtown H-Town. Hosts, and former big leaguers, Geoff Blum and Steve Sparks, introduce the fans to the new regime just two weeks before pitchers and catchers report to West Palm Beach. Make plans to listen to the Astros throughout Spring Training as every game broadcast will be available on the Astros Radio Network, TuneIn and via MLB AtBat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 7, 202049 min

Ep 8601/30 ASTROLINE Hot Stove Podcast: Dusty Baker, Jeff Bagwell, Todd Whitting and West Palm Beach

It’s a Hot-Hot Stove Show chalk full of baseball news as Astros owner Jim Crane introduces the brand new old school Skipper Dusty Baker. Long time broadcaster Kevin Eschenfelder and fan fave Geoff Blum talk with Astros Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell on the new hiring of Baker. U of H Cougars Baseball Coach Todd Whitting talks about the loss of his dear friend and baseball legend John Altobelli. New GM in West Palm Beach Matt Slatus previews the Astros spring training and don’t forget to visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 31, 202049 min

Ep 8591/30 ASTROS PODCAST: Dusty Baker announced as new manager

The Houston Astros and Owner Jim Crane introduced new manager and MLB veteran Dusty Baker Thursday at Minute Maid Park. Later Thursday night, tune-in LIVE to Astroline, the Official Offseason Hot Stove Show of the Houston Astros. Broadcasters Kevin Eschenfelder and Geoff Blum will discuss the addition of Baker with Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell and fan reaction. We will also welcome University of Houston’s Head Baseball Coach Todd Whitting and the new GM of the FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches Matt Slatus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 30, 202030 min

Ep 8581/23 ASTROLINE Hot Stove Podcast: Austin Pruitt, Todd Kalas, Steve Sparks

Off Season Hot Stove Show #6 features a local area native in RHP Austin Pruitt. Pruitt, a former U of H Cougar drafted out of the University of Houston is introduced to the Astros faithful by broadcasters Todd Kalas and Steve Sparks. A Woodlands native, who made his MLB debut with the Tampa Bay Rays in in 2017, will make a bid for the 2020 starting rotation and pitching staff this spring in West Palm Beach. Be sure to visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 202050 min

Ep 8571/18 ASTROS FANFEST Jose Altuve, Abraham Toro, Forrest Whitley and Dustin Garneau

As the Houston Astros FanFest rolls-on in the Bayou City, in Episode 5 fans are treated with x6 All Star 2B Jose Altuve as he sits down with radio play by play man Robert Ford. Along side rookie IF Abraham Toro, Altuve and Toro discuss the highlights of the 2019 season. Including Game 6 of the ALCS, Toro’s MLB debut, and JV’s No No. Next, Steve Sparks introduces rookie RHP Forrest Whitley and newbie C Dustin Garneau. Garneau, former Oakland A, talks about what it’s like to face the Astros, switching locker rooms and his socks. Whitley explains why he’s a fan of former big league pitcher Tim Lincecum, what qualities he looks for in a good catcher and players they look up to. Be sure to checkback for more of Astros FanFest Podcast from Minute Maid Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 202033 min

Ep 8561/18 ASTROS FANFEST Lance Berkman, Judge Roy Hofheinz, Reid Ryan

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Jan 18, 202025 min

Ep 8551/18 ASTROS FANFEST Garret Stubbs, Josh James & Kyle Tucker

In our 3rd episode from Saturday’s FanFest C Garret Stubbs, RP Josh James and OF Kyle Tucker take stage with Steve Sparks for a roundtable discussion of team chemistry. The crew discuss what happens inside the locker room, how they celebrate wins and what makes solid team chemistry. Be sure to checkback for more of Astros FanFest Podcast from Minute Maid Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 202017 min

Ep 8541/18 ASTROS FANFEST Chris Devenski, Aledmy Diaz & Todd Kalas

Astros FanFest 2020 is the official start of the baseball season for the city of Houston and for Astros fans everywhere. In this episode relief pitcher Chris Devenski, utility player Aledmys Diaz and television broadcaster Todd Kalas discuss the intricacies of big league travel. Listen to the inside scoop of all the good, bad and the ugly of charter flights and team hotels as the Astros travel North America. Be sure to checkback for more of Astros FanFest Podcast from Minute Maid Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 202017 min

Ep 8531/18 ASTROS FANFEST Alex Bregman and Steve Sparks

On Saturday the Houston Astros opened the doors to Minute Maid Park for #HTown fans to celebrate the beginning of the 2020 season. In this episode All Star 3B Alex Bregman talks to radio broadcaster Steve Sparks in front of the Astros faithful. Listen to Bregman and Sparky talk about the 2019 World Series, teammates, favorite baseball memories, the fans and preparing for Spring Training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 202033 min

Ep 8521/16 ASTROLINE Hot Stove Podcast: Joe Biagini, Dustin Garneau

Episode 5 welcomes newly acquired backstop Dustin Garneau and relief pitcher Joe Biagini as the duo joins veteran broadcaster Bill Brown for a very entertaining off-season conversation. Tune in all winter and throughout the spring as Astros Broadcaster's bring you the latest news from Houston and around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 17, 202050 min

1/9 ASTROLINE Hot Stove Podcast: AL West Preview

Episode 4 of the off season features a roundtable of sorts as Bill Brown and Todd Kalas round up broadcasters from around the division to discuss the AL West. Seattle Mariners Rick Rizzs, Texas Rangers Eric Nadel, Oakland Athletics Vince Cotroneo and Los Angeles Angels Victor Rojas all join in on the hot stove conversation. Tune in all winter long as Astros Broadcaster's bring you the latest news from Houston and around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 10, 202049 min

Ep 85112/19 ASTROLINE Hot Stove Podcast: HOF’er Jeff Bagwell, Joe Smith with broadcasters Robert Ford and Bill Brown

Episode 3 of the off season comes in hot as Houston Legend, Hall of Famer and fan favorite, Jeff Bagwell appears on Astroline the Official Off Season Hot Stove Show of the Houston Astros. Baggy joins his good friend and former TV broadcaster Bill Brown and current radio play-by-play man Robert Ford in downtown H-Town. Newly signed relief pitcher Joe Smith later joins the show to discuss his recent contract and reflects on the 2019 campaign. Tune in all winter long as Astros Broadcaster's bring you the latest news from Houston and around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 20, 201948 min

Ep 85012/12 Astroline Hot Stove Podcast: A.J. Hinch, Todd Kalas, Kevin Eschenfelder, Briang McTaggart and Astros Legend Art Howe

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Astros Off Season Hot Stove. Fresh from the Winter Meetings in San Diego, broadcasters Todd Kalas and Kevin Eshenfelder are joined by Astros Skipper A.J. Hinch and former Stros Manager Art Howe. MLB reporter Brian McTaggart calls in from the West Coast with his perspective on the teams’ needs. Tune in all winter long as Astros Broadcaster’s bring you the latest news from Houston and around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 13, 201949 min

Ep 84912/4 Astroline Hot Stove Podcast: Hall of Famer Craig Biggio and Billy Wagner

It’s the 1st Official Houston Astros Off-Season Hot Stove Show and broadcasters Geoff Blum and Julia Morales talk to former team legends Craig Biggio and Billy Wagner. Keep up to date with all the Astros off season moves with our weekly radio show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 5, 201950 min

Ep 84811/1 ASTROS PODCAST: Manager A.J. Hinch and General Manager Jeff Luhnow

Friday morning, at Minute Maid Park, Manager A.J. Hinch and GM/President of Baseball Operations Jeff Luhnow spoke to Houston reporters. Hinch takes us through his decision making process in Game 7 of the World Series. Luhnow talks about the offseason and the teams’ free agents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 1, 201925 min

Ep 84710/30 ASTROS PODCAST: Game 7 World Series Preview, Hinch, Smoltz, Altuve

It’s the final day of the 2019 MLB season and Astros Radio brings you LIVE coverage of Game 7 from Minute Maid Park in downtown Houston. This is the 1st World Series Game 7 in history with two Cy Young winners facing off to start: RHP Zack Greinke (2009) vs RHP Max Scherzer (2013, ’16, ’17). Astros Manager A.J. Hinch and former World Series Champion, Cy Young winner and x8 All Star John Smoltz joined us just before Wednesday night’s first pitch. Finally, x6 All Star, ’17 AL MVP and former World Series Champion Jose Altuve talks about his teammate Alex Bregman and what Game 7 means to him. Synch up your radio stream with the Astros Radio Network, MLB AtBat App, SiriusXM and TuneIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 30, 201924 min

Ep 84610/29 ASTROS PODCAST: Game 6 World Series Preview, Hinch, Morales

The Astros are back in H-Town Tuesday night as they host the Washington Nationals in Game 6 of the Fall Classic. RHP Justin Verlander will face the Nat’s lineup and RHP Stephen Strasburg. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview the matchup and discuss keys to the game. Astros Skipper A.J. Hinch and broadcaster/reporter Julia Morales talk about the implications of Game 6. Listen to Ford and Sparks for LIVE coverage of the World Series on SportsTalk 790, MLB AtBat, TuneIn and Sirius XM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 29, 201920 min