Crazy season ends with a thud for the Astros. Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke break down the postmortem on what happened in game two and what may be to come.

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke break down the Astros game one loss to the Tigers in the AL Wild Card series. Framber Valdez struggles early while Tarik Skubal shoves. Yordan Alvarez is back and impactful. Previewing game two with Hunter Brown.

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke break down the Astros-Tigers series from former manager A.J. Hinch and Cy Young no-doubter Tarik Skubal to Yordan Alvarez and Framber Valdez. Get some after dark action. LFG!

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke talk about how the Astros just need to beat the Mariners once to clinch the division. Details emerge on Yordan Alvarez's knee injury and we talk pitching rotation for the playoffs. Also, salute to Alan Ashby. Let's go!

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss the return of Kyle Tucker to the Astros, how Justin Verlander has struggled, the potential move of Ronel Blanco to the bullpen and Spencer Arighetti's bad game in Cincy. Let's go!

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss the return of JV, the Astros struggles (still!) with runners in scoring position, the latest injury news this time for Alex Bregman, the rise of Yainer Diaz and a trip around the league with some updates on the AL West. It's a fun one, let's go!

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss Framber Valdez nearly getting his second no hitter against the Rangers - damn you, Corey Seager! Also, new addition Yussei Kikuchi, call ups Zack Dezenzo and Pedro Leon and the possible returns of Justin Verlander and Kyle Tucker. A lot is happening for the Houston Astros. Let's do this!

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss this week in the Astros including Hunter Brown becoming a stopper, the continued roller coaster season, the trade deadline and the upcoming Dodgers series. Plus, Mike talks about what it is like to actually be traded. Great stuff. LFG!

The All-Star break (yawn) is over and Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss the Astros return. The best storyline of the All-Star game was the fact that they had awful unis. We discuss. We also talk the Seattle series (the biggest of the season?), the upcoming trade deadline and the 2025 schedule is out already? LFG!

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke give an injury report on Luis Garcia, Jake Bloss, Lance McCullers, Jr, Justin Verlander and Kyle Tucker (yeah, all them). We also discuss Ronel Blanco being snubbed by the AL All-Star voters and the critical couple weeks ahead for the Astros. Hope everyone is safe after the hurricane! Let's take our minds off that for a minute.

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke talk about the hottest team in baseball, the Houston Astros. We discuss how incredible the team has been despite all the injuries and how Hunter Brown is likely the AL pitcher of the month. We discuss contributions by lesser known guys and run down the schedule before the All-Star break. Mariners looking over their shoulder and they should be. LFG!

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke "celebrate" the Astros return to mediocrity and realize a LOT of MLB teams are in a similar position. We discuss the rise of Hunter Brown, Spencer Arrighetti and Joey Loperfido along with the surge (finally!) from Alex Bregman. Also, is there anything Mauricio Dubon can't do? Mets up this weekend. Let's GO!

Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss the releasing of Astros first baseman Jose Abreu and the call up of Double A pitcher Jake Bloss, who is apparently REALLY good at math. We talk about the trade deadline and how complicated it is this year with so many teams vying for a Wild Card spot. We also give a hat tip to the great, Willie Mays. RIP.

In episode 118, Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss the state of the Astros roller coaster season. How long before the Astros decide if they can be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline? How does team owner Jim Crane set aside success to admit they need to rebuild? And a look at how arbitration and ownership has changed since the mid-90s. Oh, and Mike is a pilot? Who knew? Let's go.

In 117, Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke discuss the Astros continued injury woes to the pitching rotation including losing Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidy for the season. We discuss the resurgence from Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez and Yainer Diaz. And we look ahead to an easier schedule. Let's go!

Jeff Balke and Mike Stanton talk Astros versus Mariners, the return of Jose Abreu and, oh yeah, the retirement of the worst umpire in baseball, Angel Hernandez. Let's go!

In episode 115, Mike Stanton and Jeff Balke go all in on pitching while still giving a nod of the cap to Alex Bregman's home run outburst. Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco was ejected for a "sticky substance" on his glove. What does this mean? How does this happen? Huge stretch of games for the Astros who could be without Blanco. Ouch. Let's discuss!

Jeff Balke and Mike Stanton talk about the last week for the Houston Astros including the demotion of Jose Abreu, the ascendance of Jon Singleton, Justin Verlander's struggles, what to do about the back of the bullpen and a lot, lot more. Jeff's been gone for a week, so let's catch up!

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!