Houston Astros Podcast

Astros Manager talks to Geoff Blum about the offseason progression of RP Luis Garcia, RP Lance McCullers, & RHP Forrest Whitley. Espada also expresses his Spring Training expectations of infielder’s Brice Matthews, Jacob Melton, Cam Smith, and the current OF situation with Chas McCormick and Jake Meyers. Mickey Storey is the Manager of AAA Sugar Land and he breaks down the historic Championship season of the Space Cowboys, including a glimpse of Astros future stars in 2025. Then Steve Sparks invites top prospect Brice Matthews, who just wrapped up Winter Ball, to chat about his journey through the Astros Youth Academy, and how he’s preparing for the upcoming campaign. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘25 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The newest member to the Astros infield is x3 Gold Glover Christian Walker and he’s excited to play for the great fans in Houston. Assistant GM, Gavin Dickey, has been with the organization since 2011 and is a big part of the Astros success. Listen to Kevin Eschenfelder, from Space City Home Network, and Astros Radio broadcaster, Robert Ford, highlight the careers of Dickey and Walker, and preview the upcoming 2025 season. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘25 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a pitching clinic as Steve Sparks hosts in depth conversations with RHP Hayden Wesneski and RHP Spencer Arrighetti. Wesneski talks about getting traded for Kyle Tucker and what it now means to become a member of the Houston Astros. Arrighetti, coming off his stellar ’24 rookie season, gets into the weeds of his craft and reveals what he’s learned after his first season in the bigs. Truly a must listen for pitchers at any level! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just before the Kyle Tucker trade, SCHN’s Kevin Eschenfelder and MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart recapped the Winter Meetings and latest new on Alex Bregman. Then, relive the ‘24 AL West Champs with the Relaunch of the 9/24 broadcast between division rivals, as the Astros defeat the Seattle Mariners. Listen to Robert Ford and Steve Sparks call the action and celebrate from the Astros Clubhouse at Minute Maid Park. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘25 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Astros Legendary relief pitcher Billy Wagner remains on the MLB Hall of Fame Ballot and talks about his career with former teammate and current broadcaster Geoff Blum. Oregon Ducks standout LB for the top ranked team in the Nation, Bryce Boettcher, drafted by the Astros in 2024, tells Kevin Eschenfelder about playing multi-sports at the Division I level. Then, longtime MLB Astros beat writer, Brian McTaggart, previews next weeks’ Winter Meetings in Dallas, TX. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

General Manager Dana Brown talks about FA Alex Bregman, the upcoming Winter Meetings, the Offseason Hot Stove, and much more. Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc, and the Astros reached an agreement for exclusive naming-rights partnership that brands the home of the Astros as Daikin Park. Listen to Daikin’s Senior Vice President of Marketing, Doug Widenmann, discuss the brand new partnership. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘25 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jose Altuve wins his 7th career AL Silver Slugger Award, announced 11/12 on MLB Network’s Silver Slugger Award Show. Altuve’s 7th honor is the most ever by an AL 2B and tied with HOF’er Ryne Sandberg for the most by a 2B in Major League history. Listen back to Altuve’s best offensive highlights and commentary from Astros Radio in 2024. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘25 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Bregman became the second third baseman to win a Gold Glove in Astros history, joining Doug Rader, who won five times between 1970-74. Listen back to Bregman’s biggest defensive highlights and commentary from Astros Radio in 2024. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘25 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Opening Day is less than a week away and Astros General Manager Dana Brown breaks down the final days of Spring Training from West Palm Beach. From the rotation to the bullpen, to roster surprises and final decisions, Brown talks about his excitement for starting the season with new Manager Joe Espada. Astros Radio is your complete source for the 2024 season! Follow the Astros throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME, 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, SiriusXM, & iHeartMedia App. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Omar Lopez embarks on his 26th season with the Astros organization and begins his first as the teams’ Bench Coach. Lopez joins broadcasters Steve Sparks and Micheal Coffin (AA Corpus Christi) to talk about his journey and life lessons through baseball. Top IF prospect Grea Kessinger made his big league debut in 2023 and joins his grandfather and uncle as the 3rd generation family member to play in Major League Baseball. Find out how Kessinger grew up loving and playing the game of baseball. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘24 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Opening Day is 3 weeks away & Spring Training is heating up in West Palm Beach. RHP J.P. France is on track to be part of Joe Espada’s rotation & he talks about his mindset & attitude entering the ’24 campaign. Top OF prospect, Joey Loperfido, is catching the attention of Astros coaches & he joins Robert Ford & Garrett Greene on the latest episode of Astroline.   Radio is your complete source for ‘24 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s a new Skipper at the helm and Joe Espada sits down with broadcasters Robert Ford and Todd Kalas to preview Spring Training and the Astros 2024 season.  Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘24 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A “Journey To the Majors” is told differently by all players. The future of the Astros rotation tell their stories here. Dave Clark, former Astro & current 1B Coach, joins Hunter and J.P. along with Steve Sparks in front of a live audience at FanFest ’24. The historical & sensational career of Legendary Broadcaster René Cardenás is being celebrated as the Astros announce his induction into the team’s Hall of Fame. Listen to Spanish Language Broadcasters Alex Treviño & Francisco Romero’s conversation with René on this edition of Astroline. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Free Agent LHP Josh Hader was introduced to Astros Nation and Steve Sparks & Todd Kalas break down the recent transaction. Jeremy Pena, Kyle Tucker, and Lance McCullers were featured at 2024 FanFest and Geoff Blum invited the trio to talk about life off the field. Finally, GM Dana Brown and Astros Manager Joe Espada talk to TK about the upcoming season and heading into Spring Training. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Astros GM talks to Todd Kalas about acquiring switch-hitting C Victor Caratini, roster pitching depth, 2024 outfield plans, and his top prospects in RHP Spencer Arrighetti and OF Jacob Melton. Astros long time Director of Player Personnel/Acquisition, Matt Hogan, has an essential role with the franchise and he shares some insight about his relationship with Dana Brown and the team,  Astros Radio is your complete source for 2024 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Astros legend & x7 All Star Billy Wagner talks to Geoff Blum & Steve Sparks about his potential HOF career. Larry Dierker & Todd Kalas later share their thoughts about why Wagner belongs in MLB’s HOF. Astros Radio is your complete source for 2024 Spring Training coverage. Listen to Steve Sparks & Robert Ford throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Espada was just announced as the Houston Astros Manager & the new Skipper joined Todd Kalas & Steve Sparks on the latest edition of Astroline. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Harris County Houston Sports Authority announced Lance Berkman will be inducted into their 2024 HOF Class.  Link to HCHSA website and announcement. Today we honor Big Puma with the Relaunch of our April 2020 podcast when Geoff Blum and Steve Sparks spoke to Berman about his All Star career. A fan favorite and huge part of Astro lore, Berkman tells a hilarious story about HOF teammate Jeff Bagwell, recalls his time with Rice baseball, and fondly remembers his favorite moments in an Astros uniform.   Astros Radio is your complete source for 2024 Spring Training coverage. Listen to Steve Sparks & Robert Ford throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robert Ford and Steve Sparks Relaunch Wednesday’s game in Minneapolis. ALDS Game 4. You’re welcome. Astros Radio is your source 2023 LIVE Postseason coverage. Listen to Steve Sparks & Robert Ford on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Game 1 of the ALDS is Saturday October 7th in H-Town. On Friday, from Minute Maid Park, Astros Manager Dusty Baker previewed the matchup between his club and the Minnesota Twins. Game 1 starting pitcher Justin Verlander took questions from the media. Later, All Stars Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez talked about their mental preparedness and about their team being ready to play in Game 1. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices