Crawford Box-Cast

The Astros on a roll after sweeping the Blue Jays, with the offense starting to pick up. Zach Dezenzo has been emerging as a spark that the team really likes. And the pitching staff has been nails, with Hunter Brown becoming a strong ace of the staff.The Crawford Boxcast is presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock! Hosted by Chris Gordy & Ross Villarreal.

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal discuss the Astros' lack of offense and two of their biggest hitters who have been slow to get going - Christian Walker and Yainer Diaz. The guys also discuss the dominant Hunter Brown and some of the other pitchers who are still finding their way in the 2025 season. How long can we keep saying "it's early"? 

As the Astros offense has been slow to get going, the pitching has been more consistent as Houston sits at 3-4 on the young season. In this edition of the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal discuss all the latest with the Astros including Jose Altuve playing left field, the contribution of Bryan King out of the bullpen and much more! 

It's an Opening Day edition of the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock! Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal break down every position on the Astros roster as they open the 2025 MLB season - pitching rotation, bullpen, position players and the exciting call up of top prospect Cam Smith!

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal discuss the first few weeks of Astros Spring Training, as we are just two weeks away from opening day. Who will step up for the Houston Astros in 2025? What can we expect from Jose Altuve in left field? Can Hunter Brown establish himself as a dominant arm? When will Cam Smith make his big league debut? We talk all things Houston Astros. 

A quick segment today as MLB announced the Astros top prospects for 2025! 

Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal are fresh back from Houston Astros Spring Training in West Palm, getting you caught up to date on all things Astros as Spring Training gets underway. The guys run through position breakdowns, including Jose Altuve's move to left field, as well as every other position. How does the pitching staff shape up? What about the bullpen?As always, every Crawford Boxcast is presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock, it is always in season! 

With Spring Training quickly approaching, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal discuss some of the storylines as the Houston Astros get ready for 2025. We recap Fan Fest and talk about some of the big storylines like Alex Bregman's free agency, the Kyle Tucker trade, Jose Altuve potentially playing in the outfield & more.In addition, we bring you our Fan Fest interviews with pitcher Hayden Wesneski and outfielder Taylor Trammel, two new additinos who are hoping to play big roles this season. Get ready for Astros season with plently of Crawford Bock from Karbach Brewing, and stay tuned to the Crawford Boxcast! 

We've got a lot to react to since we last talked including the Astros trading away All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker, adding infielder Isaac Paredes, signing star first baseman Christian Walker, and assessing how different the team can look in 2025. In addition, we touch on some of the expectations for the Houston Astros in 2025, and debate the idea of staying under the CBT, and trying to maintain a flexible payroll. Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal are talking all things Astros on the Crawford Boxcast, presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock. 

On our first offseason edition of the Crawford Boxcast, Gordy and Ross discusss the team's offseason so far, with some of the wants and needs to the roster, their impending free agents, the latest on Alex Bregman, some free agents they could target, and a coaching change made on the staff.Remember to keep it locked all offseason to the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock! 

Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal react to the Houston Astros' 2024 season coming to an end in their Wild Card series loss to the Detroit Tigers at Minute Maid Park.The guys dissect some of the elements of the two-game series sweep for Detroit, and what areas the Astros need to address as they head into the offseason. presented by the Crawford Bock from Karbach Brewing

Ross and Gordy break down the Astros winning yet another AL West title, and how this team sets up for the postseason. Who do they throw in the Wild Card round? Who will they face in the Wild Card round? Can the Astros make yet another deep playoff run? It's the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock. 

Hear the Houston Astros AL West Clubhouse Celebration 2024 as Steve Sparks catches up with a number of players in the clubhouse, including Manager Joe Espada, GM Dana Brown, pitchers Hunter Brown and Spencer Arrighetti, sluggers Jon Singleton and Jason Heyward & more! 

With the Astros magic number down to 5, and only 9 games remaining, Ross and Gordy discuss the Astros possible playoff rotation for a Wild Card series, and some of the different scenarios for Wild Card round and ALDS. 

On today's Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal discuss the latest on the Houston Astros coming down the stretch of the season as they get closer to yet another playoff apperance. They run through some of the playoff scenarios, and touch on some of the latest injuries including Chas McCormick, Jose Altuve and the return of Kyle Tucker. 

On today's edition of The Crawford Boxcast, Gordy and Ross discuss Justin Veralnder's recent rough outings, and ask the question, "Will he make the Astros Postseason Rotation?" with how well all the other starting pitchers have been performing.We also discuss the report from The Athletic that confirmed outfielder Kyle Tucker DID in face have a fractured shin and not just a bone bruise that has kept him out for three months. We also discuss Alex Bregman's elbow issue and much more as this team steamrolls down the stretch, looking for a ticket to the 2024 postseason. 

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast, Chris Gordy discusses the Astros' 8-game win streak, finding their stride with the starting pitching, and watching the Mariners get swept by the Tigers as Houston now takes a THREE GAME LEAD in the AL West. In addition, we bring you some of the conversation with MLB.com's Brian McTaggart from The Matt Thomas Show as he talks about Justin Verlander preparing for his next rehab start, and what has gone so well for the Astros the past week. 

On this episode of the Crawford Boxcast, Gordy and Ross talk about the Astros taking the final series vs the Rangers to win the Silver Boot Series for the eighth year in a row. They also touch on Yusei Kikuchi impressing so far through two starts. And what is going on with the lack of timely hitting with this offense?In addition, could Zach Dezenzo help provide a spark to the bats? What's the latest with Justin Verlander returning? We hit on all of that & more on the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock. 

Gordy and Ross discuss the latest on the Houston Astros following the MLB Trade Deadline, and assess the acquisition of starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi along with reliever Caleb Ferguson. It's obvious they paid a high price in giving up prospects Jake Bloss, Joey Loperfido and Will Wagner, but was this the move win NOW? The guys also bid farewell to Rafael Montero who was DFA'd, making the Montero & Jose Abreu signings of last offseason really turn out to be fat duds on the resume of Jeff Bagwell as an interim GM. They also discuss the injuries to Kyle Tucker, Justin Verlander and Luis Garcia and if this team overcome some hurdles to still win the division and make it back to the postseason. 

Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal talk all things Houston Astros ahead of the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline. What's realistic for Dana Brown and the Astros to acquire? Will they add a pitcher? A first baseman? We discuss it all, as well as a discussion with Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. 

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast, Gordy recaps the Astros' huge 3-0 Friday night win over the Seattle Mariners as the Astros start off the second half of the season on the right foot, grabbing their first AL West lead of the entire 2024 season.Also, Ross catches up with GM Dana Brown as they discuss the approaching MLB Trade Deadline and discuss some of the possible position targets for the Astros as they look to make a strong push down the stretch of the season. And as always, the Crawford Boxcast is presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock, it's a homerun every time! 

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing, Ross and Gordy discuss the Astros series win in Toronto, and the blown opportunity in Minnesota. They also discuss Alex Bregman's future, and Josh Hader's homerun barrage this season. 

Chris Gordy and Ross Villareal bring you this edition of The Crawford Boxcast from Karbach Brewing. They react to the Astros winning their road series against the White Sox, with a comeback effort in the finale. Jake Bloss is set to make his Major League debut and what it means for this team. Plus, they get you set for the upcoming series with the Baltimore Orioles. 

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast, Gordy and Ross discuss the continued rollercoaster season for the Houston Astros as they drop a series vs the Giants out in San Francisco. They also discuss some of the recent injuries, lack of run scoring at times, struggles at first base still with Jose Abreu back, and who's really calling the shots behind the scenes? 

Chris Gordy and Ross Villareal do a live version of this week's Crawford Boxcast. They react to the 3-3 homestand the team had against the Minnesota Twins and St. Louis Cardinals. They talk about the news that came down this week, in regards to Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidy. The curious case of what to do with Jose Abreu continues. They preview the upcoming road trip to take on the Los Angeles Angels and then the San Francisco Giants. They also talk about what to expect with the lineup, if they have to go without either Alex Bregman or Kyle Tucker for more games. 

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast, Ross & Gordy discuss the Framber Valdez meltdown inning vs the Angels, Chas McCormick returning, Jose Abreu getting close to rejoining the big league club, and the Astros closing the gap in the AL West race. 

It's the Crawford Boxcast hosted by Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal, as the guys discuss the Astros latest turnaround, having won 6 of their last 7 as the pitching staff starts to get healthier, and the lineup starts to producer more runs, leading to more wins. 

On today's Crawford Boxcast, Gordy and Ross discuss the Astros seemed to be turning the corner last week, but blew a late lead again on Sunday, costing them a series win over the Mariners. Why can't they just put it all together?The guys run through some of the offensive stats that seem like an anomaly, and whether some of these performances will continue all season long. Can Bregman turn it around? Should Caratini be catching more to spell Yainer Diaz?And the guys pose the question - how much is new Manager Joe Espada to blame for the 12-22 start to the season? And should GM Dana Brown consider being a seller at the trade deadline? 

Chris Gordy and Ross Villareal are here for a live edition of The Crawford Boxcast. The Astros drop the finale 3-1 to the Cubs in Chicago. That is now the fourth time this season, that they have been swept. The hitters continue to struggle with runners in scoring position. Might changes be coming to the staff with these struggles? Also, the Astros have made some roster moves, before their trip to Mexico City? 

Chris Gordy and Ross Villareal are LIVE for this edition of The Crawford Boxcast at The Home of Crawford Bock- Karbach Brewing. They talkd about the rought 4-10 start for the Astros. The bats with runners in scoring position continues to be an issue. But, we could see some much needed help return soon from the injured list. 

Ross and Gordy are back recapping the Astros rough 2-5 start to the season, but some positives to highlight as Ronel Blanco threw a no-hitter, Yordan Alvarez' bat came to life & they won the series vs Toronto. Now a trip up to Mimic Maid Park lies ahead.

As we are two weeks away from Astros Opening Day 2024, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal talk all things Houston Astros as Spring Training continues to churn on. They discuss Justin Verlander not being ready for Opening Day though he does appear to still be on track to start a couple of weeks into the season. They also discuss the Yankees not having Gerrit Cole for the opening series vs Houston.In addition, they discuss Dylan Coleman being sent to minor league camp, Jake Meyers hot start to Spring Training, Yanier Diaz's slow start, and another health update on Lance McCullers Jr that has him coming back around July at the earliest.The Crawford Boxcast is presented by the Crawford Bock and Karbach Brewing. 

Gordy and Ross talk about the time the past week down at Houston Astros Spring Training and some of the biggest storylines ahead of the start of Spring Training games - what does the Astros rotation look like, who are battling for spots, and will the lineup be even stronger this season?

From Houston Astros 2024 Fan Fest, Ross, Gordy and Dan Mathews catch up with Astros starting shortstop Jeremy Pena to discuss the offseason, some recent additions, and looking ahead to the 2024 Astros season.

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal discuss the report that Astros are targeting big time reliever Josh Hader. How would that work alongside Ryan Pressly?Also, we discuss losing Kendall Graveman for all of 2024 with shoulder surgery. Does that injury make the situation more dire to target a big time reliever? And we mention Dusty Baker going to work for the San Francisco Giants, as well the approaching Fan Fest this weekend.

On this episode, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal get you caught up on all things Houston Astros, including the latest on free agency - the Astros are still reportedly targeting reliever Jordan Hicks, and recapping some of the other arms they've added this offseason.We recap the latest on avoiding arbitration in coming to terms with some key players like Luis Garcia, Chas McCormick, Kyle Tucker and Framber Valdez, but still work to be done with Mauricio Dubon.We also touch on the latest 2024 MLB win total projections, and can you believe MLB Network already had Yainer Diaz ranked as the 8th best catcher in baseball?

Gordy and Ross on another edition of the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing, discussing the Astros trading for Royals reliever Dylan Coleman, and the signing of free agent catcher Victor Caratini to back up Yainer Diaz.We also discuss some comments from Dana Brown and Joe Espada, as it sounds like Jake Meyers and Chas McCormick will once again platoon in centerfield.And we react to the news that New York Yankees have traded for big hitter Juan Soto.

Astros Promote Omar Lopez to Bench Coach, Crazy Bregman Trade Talk

On the latest edition of the Crawford Boxcast, Chris Gordy and Ross Villarreal get you caught up on all the latest Houston Astros season as we continue on through the offseason. Since we last talked, Joe Espada was introduced as the Astros new manager, and several roster moves have taken place. We also discuss some offseason free agent moves and the latest 2024 MLB Hall of Fame ballot finalists.

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast presented by Karbach Brewing, Ross Villarreal and Chris Gordy discuss the latest in the Astros Manager search as Craig Counsell is off the board, Mauricio Dubon is a Gold Glove Winner, and we say adios to Enoli Paredes!

On this edition of the Crawford Boxcast, Ross Villarreal and Chris Gordy react to the Astros season coming to an end with an ALCS Game 7 loss to the Rangers. Where do the Astros go from here as they head into the postseason?With rumors abound that Dusty Baker will be departing, who should the Astros target as their next manager? What should they do with their roster management? Will they have TOO MUCH starting pitching next season? We address all of it on the Crawford Boxcast, presented by Karbach Brewing and the Crawford Bock.

Adam Wexler and Ross Villarreal take your calls reacting to the end of the Astros 2023 season.