Jeff Balke and Mike Stanton are joined by broadcaster Casey Stern from the podcast Unfiltered to talk Astros, major league baseball and how we all agree that Angel Hernandez is not good at umpiring baseball games. LFG!

In this episode, Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss Jose Altuve, the man, the myth, the machine. We also get into the important starts for Hunter Brown and JP France with Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez returning soon. Forrest Whitley FINALLY gets the call to the bigs, Spencer Arrighetti has a solid outing and what the hell is going on with Josh Hader? All Astros all the time. Let's go!

In episode 111, Jeff Balke and Mike Stanton survive the eclipse to discuss the Astros-Rangers series, Framber Valdez' elbow issues, the emergence of the bullpen, what can be done about pitching injuries and facing the Royals in KC. Let's do it!

The guys from the Bleed Los Podcast join Jeff Balke and Mike Stanton to talk about the Astros, Ronel Blanco's no hitter, all things Dodgers and, obviously, tacos! LFG!

Astros 2024 Opening Day is HERE! Jeff Balke and Mike Stanton breakdown the opening series versus the Yankees and make some predictions for the season. We also look at the 26-man roster and dig into the Shohei Ohtani mess. LFG!

In episode 108, Jeff Balke is joined by new co-host, Astros analyst and former pitcher, Mike Stanton. Dealing with an Astros starting rotation that isn't as deep as we thought. Letting go of Blake Snell. Sorting out the remaining bench spots. How are guys getting ready for Opening Day? LFG!

Will Alex Bregman perform well in his free agency year? A story in The Athletic offers some clues. And what is the Astros 26-man roster going to look like? Jeff Balke discusses. LFG!

Jeff Balke talks Astros saying JV will start the season on the IL, how that impacts the pitching rotation, the first "cuts" of Spring Training, Alex Bregman and Framber Valdez projected contract extensions, Joe Espada and analytics, and streaming on the horizon? LFG!

Ben Dubose joins Jeff Balke to discuss Yordan Alvarez moving to second in the batting order, injuries to Justin Verlander and Forrest Whitley, who might make the bullpen rotation and who could land the two bench spots for the Astros. Also, will robo umps ever make it to the majors? LFG! (And Jeff's dog makes an appearance!)

Brandon Scott from KILT SportsRadio 610 joins Jeff Balke for an EPIC conversation about their five Astros to watch in Spring Training, the start of hat season and the great J.R. Richard. LFG!

A peek at storylines for Astros Spring Training - pitchers and catchers report tomorrow!!! - and a big announcement about the podcast. Happy Valentine's Day, you guys!!! LFG!!!

In this abbreviated Friday episode, we talk about the Jose Altuve extension, the chances of extensions for Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker, the dumb narrative that Astros owner Jim Crane is cheap and...the Oakland...errr...Las Vegas A's? LFG!

In episode 101, we dive in to discuss Billy Wagner's Hall of Fame diss, the Astros WIDE OPEN window and pitching as we are just two weeks from pitchers and catchers reporting to Spring Training. LFG!

In episode 100 (HUNDO!), Jeff Balke and Geoff Blum discuss the Astros spending in the wake of the Shohei Ohtani signing. Are they spending enough? How does their TV deal impact their ability to spend? Much more on our holiday episode! Let's go!

In episode 99, Jeff Balke talks about the Astros signing of Victor Caratini at backup catcher and offers some thanks to Martin Maldonado. Phil Maton is signing with St. Louis. The Astros want in on Jordan Hicks. Could Hector Neris return? Could they trade a starting pitcher? They won't be moving Bregman. Billy Wagner in the HOF. Let's Go!

In episode 98, Geoff Blum and Jeff Balke go all in on Joe Espada, the Astros new manager. We have advice and some thoughts on workload, playing time for Yainer Diaz and Chas McCormick, and stabilizing the batting order. We also have some thoughts on a Jose Altuve extension. Oh, and some memorabilia talk. Let's go!

In episode 97, Jeff Balke and Geoff Blum begin to dig into the dirty work of figuring out what happened to the Astros, who lost to the Rangers in game 7 of the ALCS on Monday night. Rangers were really good. Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez were also, but not Kyle Tucker or Jeremy Peña. Is Minute Maid Park a real problem? Will Dusty Baker retire? What's next for this team in the offseason. We mournfully discuss.

In episode 96, Geoff Blum is off so Jeff Balke has an abbreviated recap of ALCS game four. Astros even the series with the Rangers 2-2. Yordan Alvarez against lefties...and everyone. Jose Abreu hits a homer...and steals a base? Three things to watch in game five. Let's go!!!

In episode 95, Geoff Blum and Jeff Balke recap the first two dismal games of the ALCS and look to Cristian Javier vs. Max Scherzer in game three in Arlington. Will the offense every come around - besides Yordan Alvarez, of course? Jeff reveals how he hates watching the Astros pitch in the postseason and Blumstadamus makes a bold prediction about Kyler Tucker. See you soon South Oklahoma Rangers. LFG!

In episode 94, Jeff Balke flies solo to recap the ALDS win over the Twins and discuss the upcoming all Texas showdown in the ALCS. Rangers fans want Houston. You got 'em. Let's freaking GO!

In episode 93, Geoff Blum is back discussing the ALDS with Jeff Balke. The Astros get on the road to Minnesota - will they continue to be road warriors? Cristian Javier vs. Sonny Gray in game three. How short of a leash will Javier have? The lefty-on-lefty matchup, is it still relevant? We have questions AND ANSWERS. LET'S GO!

In episode 92, Mike Stanton joins Jeff Balke to discuss the upcoming ALDS, the pitching rotations and recap the miracle weekend when the Astros clinched the AL West. We also talk about the new Astros/Rockets sports network and the FRONTLINE documentary about the sign stealing scandal. LFG!

In episode 91, Jeff Balke and Geoff Blum talk about some vintage Verlander on Monday night along with how the Astros are so good in Seattle - Yordan for the PGA tour? Also, under .500 for the season at home. Yikes! But, baseball, on the whole, hasn't done much better. Finally, a little discussion of the Astros regular season as meh as it has been. Oh, and Mariners fans suck. Let's freaking go!

In episode 90, Jeff Balke and Geoff Blum pose the question: Does anyone want to win the AL West? Astros lose a heartbreaker to Baltimore. Does the batter's eye matter? Do we still trust Ryan Pressly? What is this cool and mysterious MLB Gold Card? We discuss it all. Let's GO!