Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros Podcast

Stone Cold Stros: A Houston Astros Podcast

Stone Cold Stros is Houston's podcast home for fun and insightful Houston Astros sports talk! Hosted by Brandon Strange, Charlie Pallilo, and Josh Jordan, our goal is to bring you the best coverage and conversations for those who love their 'Stros! New episodes drop Wednesdays during the offseason or anytime news breaks!

Episodes

S3 Ep69: How Astros free agent SPLASH speaks to MAJOR philosophical shift!

January 7, 2026 • 22 mins
Imai's arrival and how he fits into Houston's rotation. Does this signing signal a philosophical shift for Houston in free agency? Crane confirms uncertain future of Dana Brown and Joe Espada.
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S3 Ep68: A sneaky good Astros "problem" worth considering for 2026

December 31, 2025 • 27 mins
Examining the Astros most pressing need, the ceiling for the team as-constructed, the infield conundrum, and New Years resolutions for Houston's 2026 season.
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S3 Ep67: How ESPN looks totally out of touch with latest Astros take

December 24, 2025 • 20 mins
ESPN's grade of Houston's recent trade for Mike Burrows underscores how out of touch the national media is with the Astros' resources and roster. Plus: Christmas gift ideas for Astros players in 2026.
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S3 Ep66: Trade reaction: Astros get creative to reinforce rotation

December 19, 2025 • 24 mins
Reactions to Friday's 3-team deal that sent Mike Burrows to the Astros and predictions about what's next for Houston.
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S3 Ep65: How Astros seek major impact from gains on the margins

December 17, 2025 • 25 mins
The Astros seem to be betting big on pitching reclamation projects. FanGraph's eyebrow-raising Cam Smith 2026 projections. Alex Bregman is still looking for his forever home.
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S3 Ep64: Are Astros on the verge of a shocking roster earthquake?

December 10, 2025 • 28 mins
Astros have discussed a homecoming for one Houston-native pitcher. Did the Astros really fix their return to play procedures? Boston is interested in one Houston infielder that could rock the Astros roster as we know it. 
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S3 Ep63: How Astros could construct a Godfather offer to land a BIG arm!

December 3, 2025 • 25 mins
Astros looking to win big at the penny slots. What big name Astro would Houston deal for a frontline starter? Did Houston pay too much for a catcher?
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S3 Ep62: How Astros offensive pivot could add needed structure, cutting-edge strategies

November 26, 2025 • 24 mins
Examining Houston's non-tender deadline moves, when we can expect Dana Brown's substantive trade of the offseason, and digging into Astros new position of "Offensive Coordinator."
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S3 Ep61: How Astros hot stove reports imply big roster changes

November 19, 2025 • 28 mins
Astros have interest in another infielder but how do the pieces fit? Was Altuve's lingering foot injury a wake-up call to adjust his usage in 2026? Is Houston ready to sell high on Jake Meyers?
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S3 Ep60: Baseball insiders dish on who could be in and out for Astros

November 12, 2025 • 27 mins
Will Dylan Cease be an Astro in 2026? One MLB insider is leaning that direction. Another insider confirms Christian Walker was and is on the trade block. What does a Walker trade net Houston? And where in the world is Jim Crane?
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S3 Ep59: Roster shake-up begs question how Houston retools for 2026

November 5, 2025 • 27 mins
The organization moves on from a couple of stars from the 2022 Championship team. The Astros have reportedly found their new hitting coach but can he work miracles? Is MLB media glossing over the Dodgers financial advantage?
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S3 Ep58: MLB Insiders add Spicy Twists to Astros offseason roster retool

October 29, 2025 • 28 mins
Astros lose another member of the coaching staff. Former MLB exec projects hefty free agency price tags. Has the NBA's scandal taught us anything about how MLB handled their scandal?
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S3 Ep57: Why getting the band back together isn't as crazy as it sounds

October 22, 2025 • 23 mins
Should Astros go for JV, part 3? Springer's Dinger opens old wounds. The only realistic scenario for a Bregman homecoming is...
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S3 Ep56: Major factors influencing change in Astros offseason formula

October 13, 2025 • 22 mins
Will Houston's internal overhaul actually lead to positive results? Was the Astros head athletic trainer scapegoated? Will 2 consecutive seasons without a postseason win influence Jim Crane's offseason approach?
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S3 Ep55: Biggest potential offseason curveballs?

October 6, 2025 • 27 mins
Is Joe Espada's seat a little warm? Could Framber return for one more season? Is Houston a healthy season away from another Postseason berth? Would Jim Crane make another run at Alex Bregman for 2026?
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S3 Ep54: What will be Houston's top offseason priorities?

September 29, 2025 • 29 mins
The 2025 season eulogy, how it will be remembered a couple years from now, and the top priorities that must be address for Houston to bounce back in 2026.
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S3 Ep53: Racing towards the postseason or offseason?

September 25, 2025 • 30 mins
After dropping 2 to the A's, the Astros are desperate for W's and a little luck.
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S3 Ep52: Astros season on the brink: it's now or never time for Houston

September 22, 2025 • 24 mins
After being swept by Seattle, and with Jeremy Pena sidelined, Houston is left with their playoff hopes teetering on a razor's edge. What's the path to the postseason and has Christian Walker's 2026 fate already been decided?
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S3 Ep51: After huge sweep, Houston gears up for biggest series of the season

September 18, 2025 • 28 mins
The Astros swept the Rangers out of Houston, keep the Silver Boot, but Yordan's boot is the upmost concern as the series against Seattle looms large.
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S3 Ep50: Astros do-or-die stretch is here

September 14, 2025 • 26 mins
After a losing roadtrip, the division lead slips to Seattle. Is Framber cooked? Altuve hurt, Paredes getting better? 
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