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

S4 Ep3: Early Spring positives and how many offseason boxes got checked

February 25, 2026 • 27 mins
Early reaction to Astros Spring action, evaluating GM Dana Brown's offseason performance, interesting quotes from Jesus Sanchez' new hitting coach, and thoughts on ABS and the future of balls & strike calls.
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S4 Ep2: Astros Ace extension window in jeopardy & intriguing new trade opportunities

February 18, 2026 • 30 mins
Reactions to Hunter Brown revealing there's been no extension talks, the added flexibility from the Sanchez-Loperfido trade, Yordan talking about LF, and Dana Brown saying he's not done.
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S4 Ep1: Heat-check on Astros pitching, hitting ahead of Spring Training

February 11, 2026 • 32 mins
The Josh Hader vibes are mysterious, the trade market shifts drastically, the domino effect that led here, and no last dance for JV in Houston.
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S3 Ep75: How latest free agency shakeups impact Astros trade market

February 5, 2026 • 15 mins
Framber finds his bag in the Motor City, why Boston could be out on Paredes, and what to make of Houston's 2026 season slogan.
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S3 Ep74: Has the Astros manager drawn a line in the sand over star slugger?

February 4, 2026 • 23 mins
The final update on arbitrations, Astros in the WBC, Cam Smith to Center (?), and Joe Espada's remarks on Yordan's usage.
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S3 Ep73: Carlos Correa makes bold challenge to Astros coaching staff

January 27, 2026 • 23 mins
Carlos Correa made headlines at FanFest by calling out the team's lack of wellness protocols, Altuve is denied participation in the WBC, and Dana Brown says he'll be creative with the infield.
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S3 Ep72: Has anti-Astros bias taken its final form?

January 24, 2026 • 23 mins
The implications of Tucker's king's ransom payday, Bob Nightengale seemingly turns Carlos Beltran's HOF candidacy into an opportunity to show his bias against the Astros, and saying farewell to the end of an Astros legend's career.
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S3 Ep71: How Astros trade landscape may be taking unexpected turn

January 21, 2026 • 24 mins
The latest on Isaac Paredes trade reports, the thin market for Jake Meyers, a possible return of a World Series champion, and the impact of Framber Valdez's reputation on his market value.
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S3 Ep70: How Bregman's deal could impact the Astros trade market

January 14, 2026 • 24 mins
Alex Bregman takes his bat and glove to Chicago. How that could heat up Astros trade talks, the latest on Kyle Tucker, and the Jeremy Pena implications from all of it.
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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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