Houston Astros Podcast

Astros broadcasters bring the ballpark to you with new and entertaining episodes of baseball conversations from people inside the baseball world. Listen to stories told by your favorite players, coaches, broadcasters and from those who know the big leagues the best. Catch new episodes throughout the offseason for the latest news and Hot Stove revelations. During the regular season, we’ll relaunch some of our best interviews, postgame radio highlights, and much more. Astroline is a production of the Houston Astros Radio Network.

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1/28/21 Astros Podcast by Karbach Brewing: Ryne...
It’s episode VII of the ’21 offseason co-hosted by Astros broadcasters Todd Kalas and Steve Sparks. Former Astro and All Star catcher Jason Castro rejoins the club and talks about it, along with bullpen acquisition Ryne Stanek. Tune in throughout the offseason as Astros radio bring you the latest news from H-Town and from around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information, thanks to Karbach Brewing, crafted for fun!
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1/21/21 Astroline Hot Stove Podcast by Karbach ...
It’s episode VI of the ’21 offseason featuring broadcasters Robert Ford and Geoff Blum. Bullpen veteran Joe Smith and Astros All Star SS Carlos Correa talk about their offseason and expectations for MLB 2021. Tune in throughout the offseason as Astros radio bring you the latest news from H-Town and from around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information, thanks to Karbach Brewing, crafted for fun!
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1/14/21 Astroline Hot Stove Podcast by Karbach ...
It’s episode V of the ’21 offseason Hot Stove podcast featuring broadcasters Geoff Blum and Steve Sparks who chat with Astros Hall of Fame closer Billy Wagner. Tune in throughout the offseason as Astros radio bring you the latest news from H-Town and from around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information, thanks to Karbach Brewing, crafted for fun!
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1/7/21 Astroline Hot Stove Podcast by Karbach B...
It’s episode # IV of the offseason Hot Stove podcast & the first of 2021. Broadcasters Todd Kalas and Robert Ford discuss the winter months with Assistant General Mangager Pete Putila. Tune in throughout the offseason as Astros broadcasters bring you the latest news from H-Town and from around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Thanks to Karbach Brewing, crafted for fun!
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12/17 Astroline Hot Stove Podcast by Karbach Br...
It’s the 3rd episode of the Houston Astros official Hot Stove podcast & the final show of 2020. Broadcasters Bill Brown and Steve Sparks discuss the future of the Astros bullpen with veteran Brooks Raley and future star Andre Scrubb. Tune in all winter as Astros broadcasters bring you the latest news from H-Town and around the Major Leagues. Visit astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Thanks to Karbach Brewing, crafted for fun!
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12/10 Astroline Hot Stove Podcast by Karbach Br...
The 2nd episode of the Houston Astros official Offseason Hots Stove podcast of 2020-2 features Manager Dusty Baker. Broadcasters Kevin Eshenfelder and Geoff Blum tag team this show and discuss Baker’s offseason routine. Tune in all winter as Astros broadcasters bring you the latest news from H-Town and around the Major Leagues. Visit [astros.com/astroline]astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Thanks to Karbach Brewing!
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12/03 Astroline Hot Stove Podcast by Karbach Br...
It’s the 1st installment of the Houston Astros official Offseason Hot Stove podcast of 2020-21. General Manager James Click joins the radio duo of Robert Ford and Steve Sparks from downtown Houston. Tune in all winter as Astros broadcasters bring you the latest news from H-Town and around the Major Leagues. Visit [astros.com/astroline]astros.com/astroline for showtimes and broadcast information. Thanks to Karbach Brewing!
49 min
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10/17 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALCS Game 7...
RHP Lance McCullers vs RHP Charlie Morton. It’s World Series or bust as the Astros and Rays collide in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview the 5th Game-7 in Astros History; winning both Game 7’s of the 2017 ALCS and WS but falling short in the 2004 NLCS (St. Louis Cardinals) and 2019 WS (Washington Nationals). “Let’s go it. I mean, you’re down 0-3 to Game 7. Shock the world,” 3B Alex Bregman before Saturday’s 1st pitch at Petco Park in San Diego, CA. Sync-up you smart speakers to Astros Radio for Saturday’s Game 7 of the ALCS. Ford and Sparky bring you the action throughout the postseason with the play-by-play and the latest news on the Astros Radio Network. This is Astrocast, the official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
39 min
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10/16 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALCS Game 6...
Do you believe in magic? The Astros do as they force a Game 6 in the American League Championship Series. Friday night’s feature is a pitching matchup rerun between LHP Framber Valdez and the Rays LHP Blake Snell. Manger Dusty Baker talks to Robert Ford about his pitching staff and breaks down the matchup with Steve Sparks. Carlos Correa’s walk off homerun on Thursday is still on everyone’s mind and after the game he spoke to reporters along with Ryan Pressly, Michael Brantley. Just before 1st pitch in San Diego, veteran backstop Martin Maldonado, Aledmys Diaz, and Lance McCullers sat down and shared their feelings about playing in 3rd-straight do-or-die game. Sync-up you smart speakers to Astros Radio for Game 5 of the ALCS. Ford and Sparky bring you the action throughout the postseason with the play-by-play and the latest news on the Astros Radio Network. This is Astrocast, the official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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10/15 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALCS Game 5...
Thursday is Game 5 of the American League Championship Series. The Boston Red Sox are the only team to come back from a 0-3 deficit against the New York Yankees in the 2004 ALCS; only 8 of the previous 38 ALCS’ were extended to a Game-5 and no team has taken the series to a 6-Game since ’04.  With that, Manager Dusty Baker will ask rookie RHP Luis Garcia to make his first career postseason appearance. Rays Manager Kevin Cash will counter by starting relief RHP John Curtiss. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks break down the matchup. Josh Reddick and Framber talk about the back to back do-or-die games with hopes to play more. Finally, Jose Altuve and George Springer talk about what this moment in time means for them as teammates and for their careers. Sync-up you smart speakers to Astros Radio for Game 5 of the ALCS. Ford and Sparky bring you the action throughout the postseason with the play-by-play and the latest news on the Astros Radio Network. This is Astrocast, the official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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10/14 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: Dusty Baker...
Down 3-games to none the Astros face elimination from the 2020 playoff’s on Wednesday night in the bubble at Petco Park. Manager Dusty Baker knows what’s at stake and talks about his game plan just before 1st pitch. Baker will rely on Veteran RHP Zack Greinke who will oppose Tampa’s offense and RHP Tyle Glasnow. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks break down the matchup and discuss the keys to the game. We hear from the Rays Kevin Kiermaier, Joey Wendle and Kevin Cash about their mindset coming into the clincher and their performance in Tuesday’s victory over the Stros. Then, Jose Urquidy and Alex Bregman share their thoughts just before Wednesday’s do-or-die game. Sync-up you smart speakers to Astros Radio for Game 3 of the ALCS. Ford and Sparky bring you the action throughout the postseason with the play-by-play and the latest news on the Astros Radio Network. This is Astrocast, the official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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10/13 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALCS GM2 Pr...
“Oh no it’s not business as usual, (Tuesday) is a much win for us,” Carlos Correa told reporters after Monday’s loss. The Tampa Bay Rays have backed the Astros into a corner as they lead the ALCS 2-0. Manager Dusty Baker will lean on RHP Jose Urquidy in Game 3 on Tuesday night at Petco Park. Ray’s Manager Kevin Cash will ask LHP Ryan Yarbrough to face the Astros potent lineup. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks break down the matchup and both managers will discuss their expectations of Game 3. Finally, Michael Brantley and Dustin Garneau talk about what’s at stake just before 1st pitch from America’s Finest City. You know what to do HTown, sync-up your smart speakers to Astros Radio for the home-town call! Ford and Sparky will bring you the action throughout the Astros postseason. Get all the latest Astros news right here on Astrocast, the official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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10/12 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALCS GM2 Pr...
Today we pause and mourn the passing of the great Hall of Fame second baseman Joe Morgan, one of the first stars of the Houston Colt .45s and Astros. Listen back to Robert Ford and Morgan’s interview from June of 2019 when the Astros visited the Cincinnati Reds. Longtime Astros broadcaster, Bill Brown, also shares his memories of Morgan’s career. Monday’s Game 2 of the ALCS features RHP Lance McCullers vs former Astro and current Rays RHP Charlie Morton. Steve Sparks and Robert Ford discuss Monday’s Game 2 before Manager Dusty Baker shares his thoughts on Game 2 and the passing of Morgan. Rays Manager Kevin Cash and Charlie Morton talk about the dynamics of their post season team and what it means to play against the Astros. Finally, Alex Bregman and Framber Valdez recap their performance of Sunday’s Game 1 loss in San Diego. Sync-up your smart speakers to Astros Radio for the exclusive home-town call! Robert Ford and Steve Sparks will bring you the action throughout the Astros postseason. Get all the latest Astros news right here on Astrocast, the official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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10/11 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALCS GM1 Pr...
Welcome to Game 1 of the American League Championship Series as the Houston Astros travel to San Diego, CA, to face the AL East Champs the Tampa Bay Rays.
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10/9 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: Game Relaunc...
The Houston Astros are headed to San Diego and back to the American League Championship Series for a 4th straight season. For now, Houston will wait for their next opponent and play the winner of Friday night’s Game 5 matchup between the New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays at Petco Field. Listen back as we Relaunch a few highlights from Thursday’s ALDS victory over the Oakland A’s at Dodgers Stadium. Later, Manager Dusty Baker, Carlos Correa, Christian Javier, Zack Greinke, Kyle Tucker, and Micheal Brantley share their feelings about advancing in the playoffs. Be sure to sync-up your smart speakers on Sunday to Astros Radio for the exclusive home-town call! Game 1 of the ALCS is Sunday night and Robert Ford and Steve Sparks will bring you the action throughout the Astros postseason. Get all the latest Astros news right here on Astrocast, the official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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10/8 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALDS Game 4 ...
World Series Champion, 2017 AL MVP, and 6x All-Star Jose Altuve told reporters just before Game 4 on Thursday, “(Our) mission is winning. We have been here before and we have the same mission.” RHP Zack Greinke will take the ball for veteran manager Dusty Baker and will oppose the A’s RHP Frankie Montas. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview the pivotal matchup before Baker talks about the importance of Greinke’s start. Longtime Oakland broadcaster and 2x World Series Champion catcher for the A’s, Ray Fosse, scouts his team with Sparky just before first pitch Thursday. RHP Josh James and RHP Jose Urquidy share their thoughts after Wednesday’s loss in Game 3. Sync-up your smart speakers to Astros Radio and for the exclusive home-town call! Ford and Sparks will bring you the action throughout the Astros postseason. Astrocast official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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10/7 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALDS Game 3 ...
With a win today the Astros will advance to their 4th straight ALCS. Wednesday's Game 3 from Dodgers Stadium features Astros RHP Jose Urquidy and Oaklands LHP Jesus Luzardo. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks break down the matchup and later Manager Dusty Baker talks things over with Ford via zoom. Lance McCullers tells Sparky about his perspective and what defense can do for a pitcher and momentum. Ryann Pressly and Aledmys Diaz share their thoughts before going into Game 3. Finally, George Springer, Framber Valdez, and Martin Maldonado talk to reporters following their victory over the A's in Game 2 on Tuesday. Synch-up your smart speakers to Astros Radio and your TV for the exclusive home-town call! Ford and Sparks will bring you the action throughout the Astros postseason. Astrocast official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
54 min
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10/6 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALDS Game 2 ...
Game 2 of the ALDS features a matchup between a pair of southpaws as LHP Framber Valdez faces the A’s explosive lineup and LHP Sean Manaea. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks discuss the keys to Tuesday’s game. Ford catches up with Manager Dusty Baker via zoom for a recap of Game 1 and to preview Valdez’s Game 2 start. 3B Alex Bregman connects with Sparky from Dodgers Stadium to talk about playing in October. Finally, Lance McCullers, Enoli Paredes, George Springer, and Carlos Correa recap their performance from Monday and preview their expectations of Game 2 against Oakland. Synch-up your smart speakers to Astros Radio and your TV for the exclusive home-town call! Ford and Sparks will bring you the action throughout the Astros postseason. Astrocast official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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10/5 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: ALDS Game 1 ...
Welcome to October baseball! Game 1 of the American League Division Series is Monday at Dodgers Stadium. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview the matchup between RHP Lance McCullers and the Oakland A’s starter RHP Chris Bassitt. Manager Dusty Baker, LHP Framber Valdez, OF Kyle Tucker, and A’s longtime broadcaster Vince Cotroneo join Astros Radio just before 1st Pitch. Synch-up your smart speakers to Astros Radio and your TV for the exclusive home-town call! Ford and Sparks will bring you the action throughout the Astros postseason. Astrocast official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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9/30 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: Wild Card Ga...
The Astros could advance to the American League Division Series with a victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday. RHP Jose Urquidy gets the start and will face opposing RHP Jose Berrios. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks recap Tuesday’s win and strong performance from LHP Framber Valdez. Manager Dusty Baker and Ford sit down to discuss Wednesday’s keys and later Sparks highlights Valdez and OF Michael Brantley’s contributions. Just before 1st pitch, OF’s George Springer and Chas McCormick spoke to reporters on their Game 2 thoughts. Synch-up your smart speakers to Astros Radio and your TV for the exclusive home-town call! Ford and Sparks will bring you the action throughout the Astros postseason. Astrocast official podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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9/29 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: Wild Card Ga...
Welcome to MLB’s 2020 Post Season as the Houston Astros play in Game 1 of the Wild Card in Minneapolis, MN. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview Tuesday’s matchup and we later talk to Manager Dusty Baker. The Twins broadcaster, Cory Provus, gives Steve Sparks a scouting report on his ballclub before we hear from GM James Click, IF Yuli Gurriel, and OF Kyle Tucker before 1st Pitch at Target Field. Ford and Sparks will broadcast all of the Astros postseason games, be sure to synch-up your smart speakers to your TV for your exclusive home-town call! Astrocast official Podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
34 min
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9/27 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: GM James Cli...
See you laterrrrr, regular season! The Astros wrap up the final game of the 2020 season on Sunday and will begin postseason play on Tuesday. Although their opponent and location are still to be determined, Astros GM James Click talks it all through with Robert Ford and Steve Sparks. Manager Dusty Baker, RHP Lance McCullers, and OF Josh Reddick express their thoughts and feelings on the season just before 1st pitch in Arlington. Ford and Sparks will broadcast all of the Astros postseason games, be sure to synch-up your smart speakers to your TV for your exclusive home-town call! Astrocast official Podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
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9/26 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: Assistant GM...
The Astros will play in October after clinching a spot in the postseason late last night, thanks to a Dodgers win over the Angels. This year marks the Astros fourth straight year to qualify for the postseason and gives them playoff appearances in five of the last six years, and first time in club history for the Astros to make the postseason in four straight seasons. Robert Ford and Steve Sparks preview Saturday’s matchup between RHP Lance McCullers and the Rangers RHP Kyle Gibson. Later, Assistant General Manager Pete Putila sits down and zooms with Sparks to discuss player development and recaps the Astros alt. site in Corpus Christi. Manager Dusty Baker, SS Carlos Correa, and OF George Springer talk to reporters just before Saturday’s 1st pitch and share their thoughts on making the post season. Astrocast official Podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
30 min
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9/25 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: Manager Dust...
It all comes down to One. The Astros are 1-victory away from clinching a 2020 playoff berth and Astros Radio breaks down Friday nights matchup in Arlington. Manager Dusty Baker will send RHP Jose Urquidy to the mound to oppose the Rangers RHP Kyle Cody. Robert Ford and the Skipper discuss Thursday’s win and the importance of Urquidy’s appearance on Friday. Steve Sparks invites an old friend and special guest to Astrocast, Tim Blake Nelson. Sparky and Nelson are Tulsa, OK, natives, old pals who graduated in the class of ’82 from Holland Hall School together. Nelson is an accomplished actor, director, writer, and Hollywood producer who grew up a hardcore Astros fan. Stay tuned for a highly entertaining episode as the duo talk over a little baseball, a little show biz, and a little Astros baseball. Astrocast official Podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
26 min
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9/24 ASTROCAST by KARBACH BREWING: Dusty Baker,...
It’s the final countdown as the Astros wrap up the 2020 60-game schedule in their 1st visit to Globe Life Park in Arlington, Texas. Thursday’s Game-1 matchup features rookie RHP Cristian Javier and Rangers RHP Lance Lynn. Steve Sparks and Robert Ford discuss the matchup and the significance of this 4-game series. Manager Dusty Baker sits down for a zoom call with Ford for a game preview. Sparky chats things up with broadcaster Matt Hicks, who provides a scouting report on his ball club. All Star 3B and World Series Champion Alex Bregman shares his thoughts about the teams’ lack of offense. Then, OF Kyle Tucker talks about finishing strong and making a final playoff push. Astrocast official Podcast all year long, presented by @KarbachBrewing, Crafted for Fun!
30 min