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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about MLB player chatbots, an Addison Barger giveaway, Tarik Skubal’s big arbitration win, the Tigers signing Framber Valdez, and a rough week for sports media, then (36:29) begin the 14th annual EW season preview series by discussing the 2026 Houston Astros with The Athletic’s Chandler Rome, and the 2026 Arizona Diamondbacks (1:25:35) with The Arizona Republic’s Nick Piecoro, followed (1:54:53) by a postscript. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Alex Ferrin, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: Austin Klewan, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Sean .P, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Tom Rhoads, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to chatbots story Link to Barger story Link to season preview series wiki Link to Passan on Skubal Link to Baumann on Skubal Link to Dan S. on Framber Link to Rosenthal on the Pirates Link to Rosenthal on the Tigers Link to Chandler on the cross-up Link to team SP projections Link to NPR on WaPo Link to NYT on WaPo sports Link to The Ringer on WaPo sports Link to The New Yorker on WaPo Link to The Atlantic on WaPo Link to Silver on WaPo Link to MLB.com layoffs Link to Grant post Link to team payrolls Link to Astros offseason tracker Link to Astros depth chart Link to BP IL Ledger Link to Dan S. on team injuries Link to Chandler on Correa Link to Chandler on Imai Link to Chandler on the infield Link to Chandler on Espada/Brown Link to Trueblood on Peña Link to Chandler’s author archive Link to Crush City Territory Link to Diamondbacks offseason tracker Link to Diamondbacks depth chart Link to team RP WAR Link to team RP WPA Link to ballpark funding deal info Link to more funding deal info Link to funding deal opinion piece Link to renovations preview Link to Nick on the Alexander trade Link to FG post on Santana Link to Nick’s author archive Link to Boehly/Epstein article Link to ESPN’s Clase report Link to Ben on Clase Link to EW episode on Clase Link to SABR awards voting Link to Wood/Lolich IP leaderboard Link to Lolich obit Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source
Caller Boston Rob talks Rockets/Celtics Jalen Green Struggles CJ Stroud's new haircut Rockets Injury Issues UH ranked #1 for the Football Offseason Transfer Portal
Seth and Sean re-live Seth hitting Sean in the eye with a Tide pod yesterday, react to PenderPoll results about CJ Stroud's haircut, discuss Framber Valdez signing with the Tigers, go through the day's Headlines, talk with Texans Executive VP and General Manager Nick Caserio, discuss who the most intriguing QB of the NFL offseason is, react to what former Patriots are saying about Tom Brady's reluctance to state a rooting interest in the Super Bowl, talk with Rich Gannon about the SB matchup and CJ Stroud, react to Tank Dell's self-assessment, discuss how fans responded to the PenderPoll about CJ Stroud's haircut, if the Texans should put in a call to Jeff Stoutland to take over the O-line, if the Astros should have given Framber the 3-year deal for $115M that the Tigers gave him, talk with Kelly in Vegas and the Prop Queen Ariel, and see what Reggie and Lopez have coming up.
Seth and Sean discuss how fans responded to the PenderPoll about CJ Stroud's haircut, if the Texans should put in a call to Jeff Stoutland to take over the O-line, if the Astros should have given Framber the 3-year deal for $115M that the Tigers gave him, talk with Kelly in Vegas and the Prop Queen Ariel, and see what Reggie and Lopez have coming up.
Seth and Sean react to Framber Valdez signing a 3-year deal with the Tigers, reuniting him with former Astros Manager A.J. Hinch.
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.
CJ new look/haircut Astros new motto for '26 Pro bowl talk Rockets at trade deadline
Astros Framber situation Draft talk Hall of fame talk
Seth and Sean discuss CJ Stroud cutting his hair, lay out 5 reasons they'd pitch the Texans to HBO and NFL Films for Hard Knocks this season, and dive into what the Astros' opening day lineup may look like.
Seth and Sean discuss their trip to Alcatraz, CJ Stroud cutting his long locks, James Harden being traded to Cleveland, if the Astros will bring back Framber Valdez, and go through the day's Headlines.
Seth and Sean discuss their trip to Alcatraz, CJ Stroud cutting his long locks, James Harden being traded to Cleveland, if the Astros will bring back Framber Valdez, go through the day's Headlines, talk about Tom Brady refusing to pick a side in this Super Bowl, JJ Watt slamming the Hall of Fame for the Bill Belichick snub, what Roger Goodell had to say about the ever-expanding NFL, if the Rockets will do anything at the trade deadline, circle back to CJ Stroud cutting his hair, lay out 5 reasons they'd pitch the Texans to HBO and NFL Films for Hard Knocks this season, dive into what the Astros' opening day lineup may look like, are joined by current 49ers and former Texans legendary Long Snapper Jon Weeks, talk with draft analyst and former Raiders GM Mike Mayock, explore what they want to ask Texans GM Nick Caserio, talk with Reggie and Lopez, and Seth accidentally hits Sean in the eye with a Tide pod.
Seth and Sean discuss James Harden being traded yet again, this time to the Cavs, and what Dana Brown had to say about potentially bringing back Framber Valdez. It sounds like they're open to it, but aren't really trying for it.
The final update on arbitrations, Astros in the WBC, Cam Smith to Center (?), and Joe Espada's remarks on Yordan's usage.
Alexa Garcia, the Lead Florida Complex Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Houston Astros. Now entering her fifth season in professional baseball, Alexa has specialized in elite athlete development, a touch of rehabilitation, and long-term performance optimization. Prior to her current role, she served two seasons as the Rehabilitation Strength & Conditioning Coordinator with the Astros, was the Director of Strength & Conditioning at Barry University, where she helped lead multiple programs to NCAA national championships, and also spent time as a strength coach in the Baltimore Orioles organization.Alexa holds a Master's degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Sports Performance from Louisiana Tech University, is a CSCS with RSCC distinction, and is a Colombian native, which allows her to bridge the communication gap with Spanish-speaking athletes.Recognized as the 2021 MiLB Strength Coach of the Year, and most recently named the Strength Coach for Team Colombia for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, Alexa is known for blending high-level strength & conditioning principles with traditional baseball “feel,” and for her passion in mentoring the next generation of coaches.Topics covered in this episode:-Her journey to her current role-Valuable lessons in leadership-Her best baseball storyQuotes:-"I love strength and conditioning. I love baseball. But I also love leadership and helping develop the people around me" (6:36)-"One thing that I will always keep neat and clean is my LinkedIn" (17:59)-"I really pride myself when it comes to leadership on preparing those underneath or learning from me" (20:05)If you would like to learn more from Alexa, you can connect with her on social media:Instagram:@alexaa_garciaa
En el noticiero Baseball News del 4 de febrero de 2026 analizamos los temas más importantes del béisbol de Grandes Ligas y ligas internacionales:
This is not the first time we've selected baseball boyfriends because of their moms, but this may be the first time we've concocted a plan to bring them beer in person. This week we talk HOU and NYM. For the Astros, Pottymouth picks the mom in the stands reminding him to run and Patti chooses the mom in the clubhouse. For the Mets its Pottymouth goes for the mom who just wants both boys to have a great time and Patti the one who could watch her kid every single day playing ball. Two fatal shootings by Feds in Minnesota push the sports and business communities to take a stand at the organizational level, the NBPA adds their collective voice, and our patron saint provides context. Serie del Caribe is just getting started and we are on Yadi watch for the LVBP. We try to suss out the insurance rules keeping certain MLB players out of the World Baseball Classic. In a Police Blotter/cross training/cross over, Patti commits $10 per goal scored by Britta Curl-Salemme to Baltimore Safe Haven so that she can still cheer for US Women's Olympic Hockey. Hilary and Laila deserve better than a transphobic teammate in this historic year. And we encourage the NHL to use some of its financial gains from the Heated Rivalry effect to make hockey a safer space for all.We say, “I thought pitchforks in this town were only brandished at Council meetings,” “How big can Ozark be, really?” and “It is, in fact, color coded.” Fight the man, send your game balls to Meredith, get boosted, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available! They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.
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“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic break down the Giants' reported deal for batting champion Luis Arráez and explain how the slugger changes San Francisco's lineup.--(3:15) - Initial reactions to Luis Arráez(9:50) - Closer look at Arráez's numbers(12:19) - Breaking down Luis Arráe'z weaknesses(17:45) - How Luis Arráez changes Giants' lineup(24:10) - Kai Wei-Teng traded to Houston Astros(32:20) - Fan mailbag questions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Seth and Sean discuss Framber Valdez being the lone free agent remaining from the list of the top 100 free agents.
Rockets win, KD 31 point game Astros get new pitcher Kai Wei Teng NFL draft talk UH basketball vs. Cincinnati tomorrow
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Adam Spolane, one of the best sports reporters in the Houston area, joins the show to discuss all of the latest Rockets and Astros storylines. Spolane, an Indiana alumn, also celebrates the Hoosiers' national championship. Brandon Scott, part of Houston's No. 1 sports leader SportsRadio 610, hosts The B-Block Podcast. SUBSCRIBE here and wherever you get your podcast.For more from Brandon Scott:Website: https://www.audacy.com/sportsradio610Twitter: https://x.com/brandonkscottTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bblockpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandon.k.scott.75/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bscottfromhiramclarke/:B.Scott also co-hosts Rockets Collective, streaming LIVE every week.Catch him on Locked On Rockets, with new episodes dropping once a week.Listen to his WEEKLY radio segments on SportsRadio610:'The Texans/Rockets Report' on The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley – Wednesdays at 4:40pm CT 'B.Scott's Thoughts' on In The Loop – Fridays at 11am CTSupport the show
Anything Goes Friday!! Rockets Take Down Hawks, Astros Grab Another Picture
Akon's run of hit-songs in the mid 2000's? LEGENDARY y'all!!
Are the Astros gonna make the baseball move? OR, the emotional move?!? The conversation has been that there is a crowd on the roster of everyday players (Yordan, Altuve, Correa, Walker, Paredes,) all these guys are DH's or infielders-so it seems like a move should be made.. The most popular name that's been out there is Paredes, & from a baseball perspective, that's insane..! RIGHT!?!?
Madness ensues towards the end of Thursday's edition of 'The Drive' as Ron The Show realizes a coach in the NFL has MUCH in common with guys like.. Travis Kelce, White Chocolate, &.... Clint Stoerner??!! LOL-
-Member of this Current Texans Coaching Staff-on the Move? + Wild NBA money! -T-Mil's Picks for Thurs Night BEST BET$ around the NBA-Including Rockets!$! -White Unicorn Spotted in the NFL! What a RARITY!
-Dirty's Daily: a Lesson Caley/Stroud could Learn from the GOAT QB- Tom Brady -Rockets LOSE Last Night to In-State Rival Spurs @ Toyota Center -"The Houston Texans NEED, yes NEED-a Bonified ALPHA/Leader Next Season"
-"AFC Title Game or BUST"..?! -Will Astros Decision Makers Make the RIGHT Decision? ..OR-the EMOTIONAL one -That Fella Called the 'Greek Freak', GIANNIS! ..Future Houston Rocket!?
-An Unexpected Impassioned Debate Regarding Musical Artist AKON Breaks Out! -Rockets LOSE Last Night v Spurs-AWFUL 2nd Half for the Hometown Squad YIKES -The Houston Texans & Position vs Personality; a need for an 'ALPHA LEADER' in the NRG Stadium Locker Room??
-An Unexpected Impassioned Debate Regarding Musical Artist AKON Breaks Out! -Rockets LOSE Last Night v Spurs-AWFUL 2nd Half for the Hometown Squad YIKES -Will Astros Decision Makers Make the RIGHT Decision? ..OR-the EMOTIONAL one? -That Fella Called the 'Greek Freak', GIANNIS! ..Future Houston Rocket!? -Rockets LOSE Last Night to In-State Rival Spurs @ Toyota Center -"The Houston Texans NEED, yes NEED-a Bonified ALPHA/Leader Next Season" -T-Mil's Picks for Thurs Night BEST BET$ around the NBA-Including Rockets!$! -White Unicorn Spotted in the NFL! What a RARITY!
Luke Mauro is in for Sean today. Seth and Luke discuss the Rockets crushing 111-99 loss to the Spurs last night, the Texans moving on from TE Coach Jake Moreland, go through the day's Headlines, dive into what was behind Bill Belichick not getting enough Hall of Fame votes, if the Astros will eventually face the same problem, Luke floats reasons he thinks the Titans could be the AFC team to go from worst to first next season, lays out how the dynamic between Jim Crane and Justin Verlander indicates a larger issue with how the team is being run, the guys discuss some big picture Rockets questions as the NBA trade deadline nears, react to Tank Dell explaining he'll be back on the field next season as well as a social media post from Joe Mixon indicating he may be back with the Texans in 2026, discuss the Browns hiring Todd Monken as their new Head Coach, assess how different things might be if CJ Stroud weren't as much of a high-character guy on the team, which leads to trying to assess who the least liked Texans QB ever was, Seth introduces the Payne Scale, and they see what Reggie and Lopez's question of the day is.
Seth and Luke discuss what was behind Bill Belichick not getting enough Hall of Fame votes, if the Astros will eventually face the same problem, Luke floats reasons he thinks the Titans could be the AFC team to go from worst to first next season, and lays out how the dynamic between Jim Crane and Justin Verlander indicates a larger issue with how the team is being run.
Seth and Luke circle back to Chandler Rome explaining where the Astros are with potentially bringing back Justin Verlander, and it signifying an even bigger issue with the way the team is run.
Seth and Luke discuss what was behind the Hall of Fame snub for Bill Belichick, if the Astros will face a similar problem in the future, and Luke lays out reasons he thinks the Titans could be the team in the AFC next season that goes from worst to first.
Carlos Correa nos dejó en el altarEsta semana en GW5 Sports hablamos de la situación de Carlos Correa, que se dió de baja del Clásico Mundial de Béisbol luego de que no se le aseguró su contrato con los Houston Astros. Hablamos sobre si esta es la razón principal para su salida o si el mismo Correa decidió dejarnos en el altar.Vamos posición por posición diciendo nuestro roster ideal de los 30 boricuas que deben ir a representarnos en el WBC. En adición, mencionamos algunos de los “X-Factors” que sería bueno tener y algunos de esos jugadores jóvenes que deberían tener la oportunidad de representar a su país por primera vez.Hablamos también del Draft de la BSN que será este jueves desde el Mall of San Juan. Los Gigantes de Carolina tienen el primer pick y mencionamos algunos de los jugadores que deben considerar. Terminamos hablando sobre la pelea de Xander Zayas este sábado en el Choliseo. El campeón de 23 años va por su segundo título mundial.Este episodio de GW5 Sports es traído a ustedes por Intervalos Fitness Studio. Para más información puede visitar su página de instagram @intervalosfitness o llamar al 787-378-7090. Grabado desde GW-Cinco Studio como parte de GW5 Network #tunuevatelevisión. Puedes ver toda la programación en www.gwcinco.com. síguenos en instagram @gw_cincoPatreon: patreon.com/bienabiertaspatreon.com/gw5networkpatreon.com/hablandopop
On this episode of the PBATS Inside Athletic Training Podcast, we're joined by Brandon Zumbach, Minor League Medical Coordinator for the Houston Astros. Brandon shares insight into overseeing player health and rehabilitation across an entire minor league system, the challenges of delivering consistent care at multiple levels, and how innovation, communication, and collaboration shape modern baseball sports medicine.For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.
Rockets Fall to Spurs... More Belichick Talk, Astros Projected Line Up?
Rockets Fall to Spurs... More Belichick Talk, Astros Projected Line Up?
Hour 3 of Jeremy and Joe! At what price point does Crane get motivated to circle back on Framber? Schwaby is getting dragged on the internet for his reporting CFB playoff changes that are annoying PLUS, Junkie of the Day!
Top 50 season continues.In this episode, host Jeremy Mahy (@JMahyfam)is joined by Pat Doherty Jr. (@TheRealNaClown)to break down our top 50 prospects for the Astros, Royals and Nationals organizations. Futures Focus is brought to you by Prospects1500.
-Stoerner: "Tom Brady Oughtta Be ASHAMED of Himself".. -Durant Looks Like He's Drinkin' from Fountain of Youth! -24 Hours Later? STILL Absurd the NFL's Best HC in HISTORY isn't 1st Ballot;
The following players are discussed:1. Jacob Melton (OF)2. Brice Matthews (2B)3. Kevin Alvarez (OF)4. Xavier Neyens (SS)5. Walker Janek (C)6. Zach Cole (OF)7. Ethan Frey (OF)8. Joseph Sullivan (OF)9. Bryce Mayer (RHP)10. AJ Blubaugh (RHP)
World Baseball Classic talk Belichick HOF snub Correa opinion on Astros injuries dodgers spending ruining baseball
Seth and Sean discuss the Astros pulling the plug on Carlos Correa playing in the World Baseball Classic and what Chandler Rome had to say about Cam Smith's roster spot not being guaranteed.
Seth and Sean dive into Bill Belichick failing to net the votes he needs to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Astros shutting down Carlos Correa's intent to play in the World Baseball Classic, where the Astros are with Cam Smith, go through the day's Headlines, look at the coaching hires made around the AFC and if any concern them, Seth recalls the end of his time with the Texans, they react to Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ochocinco explaining a reputation Houston has that they didn't know about, formulate narratives based on the way too early odds for next year's Super Bowl, dive into what Chandler Rome had to say about if the Astros may look at bringing back Verlander, assess Kendrick Perkins' crazy trade idea he thinks the Rockets should to bring Giannis to Houston, discuss Bill Belichick not getting enough votes to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the politics surrounding it, look at which of the top 50 free agents are relevant to the Texans this offseason, a snub to the baseball Hall of Fame that Lopez had a part in, and what Reggie and Lopez's question of the day is.
Seth and Sean dive into Bill Belichick failing to net the votes he needs to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Astros shutting down Carlos Correa's intent to play in the World Baseball Classic, where the Astros are with Cam Smith, and go through the day's Headlines.
Seth and Sean formulate narratives based on the way too early odds for next year's Super Bowl, dive into what Chandler Rome had to say about if the Astros may look at bringing back Verlander, and assess Kendrick Perkins' crazy trade idea he thinks the Rockets should to bring Giannis to Houston.
Seth and Sean discuss their happiness or perhaps relief that Jose Altuve won't be participating in the World Baseball Classic this year, and defend themselves against a texter saying they aren't real baseball fans.