The Crawford Talks: A show about the Houston Astros

Astros Season Preview: Pitching Questions and Carlos Correa Contract Banter Mar 30, 2021

Mike and Jake return to preview the Astros' 2021 regular season ahead of Opening Day. They discuss their overall feelings about how the team stacks up, questions they have about the pitching staff, the Carlos Correa contract situation and much more.

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George Springer is gone, Michael Brantley is back. What's next for the Astros? Jan 26, 2021

Mike and Jake discuss George Springer's departure to the Blue Jays, the Astros' deal to bring back Michael Brantley, and they evaluate where the team stands with only a few weeks to go until the scheduled start of spring training.

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Taking Stock of the Astros’ Offseason To Date Dec 03, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the state of a slow Astros’ offseason, the free agencies of George Springer, Michael Brantley and others like Jackie Bradley Jr., and Carlos Correa’s long-term outlook.

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Jeff Luhnow speaks plus a look ahead to the Astros offseason Oct 22, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the biggest on-field developments for the Astros in 2020 and share their thoughts on the pending free agencies of George Springer and Michael Brantley. Later, they react to Jeff Luhnow’s comments from earlier in the week.

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The End of the Road for the 2020 Astros Oct 18, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the Astros’ ALCS Game 7 loss to the Rays, Carlos Correa’s emergence as a team leader and the meaning of this surprising playoff run.

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Zack Greinke, Dusty Baker and ALCS Game 4 Oct 15, 2020

Mike and Jake react to Zack Greinke’s postgame comments after Game 4 and analyze Dusty Baker’s decision to let Greinke finish the sixth inning. They also share their thoughts on the series to date and how the Astros should approach their pitching in Game 5.

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Previewing an Astros-Rays ALCS Oct 10, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss how the Astros match up against the Rays, offer their keys to the series and reveal their predictions.

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The Astros Advance to the ALCS Oct 09, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the Astros’ upset of the A’s in the ALDS. They discuss the stunning offensive explosion by Houston’s lineup and revisit their predictions from earlier in the week.

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Setting the Stage for Astros-A’s in the ALDS Oct 04, 2020

Mike and Jake preview the best-of-five Astros-A’s ALDS that begins Monday. They discuss the keys to the series and each team’s rotation decisions. Lastly, they share their predictions.

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The Astros are Headed to the ALDS Oct 01, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the Astros’ two-game sweep of the Twins in the wild-card round, from Houston’s successful pitching strategy to Minnesota’s implosion. They also look ahead to next week’s ALDS and discuss how the Astros should line up their rotation.

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Previewing the Astros-Twins Wild Card Series Sep 28, 2020

Mike and Jake share their thoughts on the Astros’ postseason draw, how the team matches up against the Twins and who should start in Game 2. They also discuss the curious decision to start Lance McCullers in a meaningless game on Saturday, and they revisit their preseason over/under picks.

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The Disappearing Act of the Astros Offense Sep 24, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the underperformance of four key Astros hitters and Dusty Baker’s decision to sit George Springer on Monday. Then they preview the final series of the regular season and discuss possible roles for Framber Valdez in the wild card round.

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Has George Springer Played his Last Home Game as an Astro? Sep 21, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss George Springer’s two-home run performance on Sunday and the outfielder’s looming free agency. They also discuss the upcoming free agencies of Michael Brantley and Yuli Gurriel, and the continued struggles of the Astros’ offense. Then, they bring on Paul Gallant of 710 ESPN in Seattle to preview this week’s Astros-Mariners series.

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Justin Verlander’s Astros’ Tenure Might Be Over Sep 19, 2020

Mike and Jake convene for an emergency podcast episode, in which they discuss Saturday’s news that Justin Verlander will undergo Tommy John surgery.

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The Curious Case of the Astros’ Offense & the Game 3 Starter Debate Sep 17, 2020

Mike and Jake react to the first two games of the Astros’ series against the Rangers and discuss the recent performances of José Urquidy and Lance McCullers in the context of the looming postseason rotation decisions.

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Wrapping Up the Terrible Road Trip & Previewing the Home Stretch Sep 14, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the end to the Astros’ 2-9 California trip and look ahead to the final 13 games of the regular season. They talk about the latest on Justin Verlander and the impending return of Lance McCullers Jr.

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The AL West Race Is Over & An Encouraging Justin Verlander Update Sep 10, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the Astros’ struggles in Oakland, the team’s latest pitcher injuries and Dusty Baker’s questionable bullpen management. They also share their reactions to Wednesday’s news about Verlander’s 50-to-55-pitch bullpen session.

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Sorting Through the Wreckage Sep 07, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the Astros’ awful weekend in Anaheim and explain how Dusty Baker’s bullpen mismanagement has exacerbated the team’s biggest weakness.

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The Trade Deadline has Passed. Now What? Sep 03, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the storylines they will be monitoring for the rest of the Astros’ regular season and analyze the team’s decision to stand pat at the trade deadline.

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Taking Stock of the AL West Race Aug 31, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss whether they think the Astros have a legitimate chance to overtake the first-place A’s before season’s end and share their takeaways from the weekend.

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Evaluating the Astros at the Halfway Point Aug 27, 2020

Who was the Astros’ first-half MVP? How about their biggest disappointment? Mike and Jake cover these topics and more in a discussion about the state of the team at the 2020 season’s halfway point.

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Looking Ahead to the Trade Deadline Aug 24, 2020

Mike and Jake survey the trade market ahead of next week’s deadline and discuss the Astros’ biggest needs as well as some potential targets.

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The Curious Case of Yordan Alvarez’s Knee Issues Aug 20, 2020

Mike and Jake dissect Wednesday’s news that Yordan Alvarez will undergo season-ending knee surgery and then talk about Alex Bregman’s hamstring injury, Lance McCullers Jr.’s comments on Starkville and the Fernando Tatis Jr. controversy.

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The Astros Get Over .500, Jose Altuve Drops in the Order & Yordan Alvarez Returns Aug 17, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the importance of the Astros’ 5-1 week against two rebuilding teams, the Giants and the Mariners. Then they talk about Jose Altuve volunteering to move down in the batting order, Yordan Alvarez’s return and more.

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The Astros Bullpen Is What We Thought It Was Aug 13, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the struggling Astros bullpen and explore if its issues can be fixed. Then they discuss recent updates on Justin Verlander and Yordan Alvarez, and offer their reactions to the suspensions of Alex Cintrón and Ramón Laureano.

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Laureano/Cintrón Fallout & A Changing of the Guard in the AL West + Blake Taylor Joins The Crawford Talks Aug 10, 2020

Mike and Jake sift through the madness that was Sunday’s scuffle between the Astros and A’s and take stock of where the Astros stand after losing all three games to their chief competition in the AL West. Then they welcome Astros rookie reliever Blake Taylor to the show to discuss his early success, working with Brent Strom and much more.

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A Pitching Staff In Flux Aug 06, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the Astros’ decision to remove Josh James from the rotation, Lance McCullers’ early struggles and whether they think we’ve seen the last of Roberto Osuna in a Houston uniform.

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Why the Bats are to Blame for the Astros’ Start Aug 03, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the offensive struggles of the top three hitters in the Astros’ lineup and take stock of the extremely depleted pitching staff. Can they endure all of these pitcher injuries?

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Joe Kelly Reaction, Takeaways from the First Week Jul 30, 2020

Mike and Jake share their reactions to the Joe Kelly/Carlos Correa drama of Tuesday night and Kelly’s suspension on Wednesday and then discuss their takeaways from the Astros’ first week of games.

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Justin Verlander is Hurt, Previewing the Dodgers Series Jul 27, 2020

Mike and Jake react to Sunday’s stunning news that Justin Verlander has a strained forearm and analyze what it might mean for the Astros in the short- and long-term. Then they bring on The Athletic’s Pedro Moura to preview this week’s Astros-Dodgers series.

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What does the Mookie Betts extension mean for George Springer? Jul 23, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss if the Betts extension will have any impact on Springer and the Astros. Then they run through their takeaways from the two exhibition games in Kansas City and make their 2020 AL West predictions.

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The Over/Under Draft Plus DH and Bullpen Questions Jul 20, 2020

Mike and Jake each draft three over/under prop bets pertaining to individual Astros player performances in the 2020 season and discuss how the team should approach the DH spot until Yordan Alvarez returns.

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Do the Astros Have Enough Pitching? Jul 16, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the state of the Astros’ pitching staff in the wake of several notable camp absences/injuries. They discuss why uncertainty about the team’s bullpen is already mounting.

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The Astros Lose Another Workout Jul 13, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the Astros’ latest workout cancellation due to COVID-19 concerns and consider what it means for the regular season. Later, they discuss Justin Verlander’s mechanical changes.

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Five Takes on the Astros’ 2020 Schedule Jul 09, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the newly released Astros’ schedule for the 60-game season. Then they bring on The Athletic’s Mariners beat writer, Corey Brock, to preview Houston’s Opening Day matchup against Seattle.

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Covering the Astros Amid the Pandemic Jul 06, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss how different it is to cover the team right now and also delve into the testing issues that have already emerged just a few days into summer camp workouts.

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Astros Storylines for the 60-Game Season Jul 02, 2020

Mike and Jake run down a list of storylines they will be monitoring once the 60-game season begins. Among them: Can Carlos Correa stay healthy and be an MVP candidate? Later, Mike rants about Bobby Bonilla Day.

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Analyzing the Astros’ 60-Man Player Pool Jun 29, 2020

Mike and Jake take a look at the Astros’ initial 60-man player pool for the 2020 season, speculate about the Aug. 31 trade deadline and discuss Jim Crane’s comments from last week.

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Five Questions Facing the Astros Before Opening Day Jun 25, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the return of baseball and analyze the questions the Astros will need to answer during the soon-to-begin “spring training part two.”

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Is a 2020 MLB Season Even Viable Anymore? Jun 22, 2020

Mike and Jake share their concerns about the possibility of a 2020 season in the wake of the increase in COVID-19 cases in several states and positive tests among players and staff around the game.

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Momentum Toward a Deal Jun 18, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the significant progress made in the negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA this week and examine the obstacles that still remain.

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What to Make of the MLB/Yankees Letter Jun 15, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the reactions by Astros fans and Astros players to Friday’s court ruling that a 2017 letter from MLB to the Yankees must be unsealed and explain their stances on this latest development.

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Jayson Stark on the State of MLB Labor Negotiations Jun 11, 2020

Mike and Jake are joined by The Athletic’s Jayson Stark to discuss his latest plea to baseball and examine the possible ramifications of a MLB-imposed 50-game schedule.

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Previewing the Astros’ 2020 Draft Jun 08, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss this week’s MLB Draft and analyze how the Astros might strategize around having only four picks and the smallest signing bonus pool.

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Projecting the Astros in a 50-Game Season Scenario Jun 04, 2020

Mike and Jake react to the possibility that MLB could implement a 50-game season and discuss how that outcome would impact the Astros.

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Are MLB and the Players Any Closer to a Deal? Jun 01, 2020

Mike and Jake dissect the MLBPA’s counter proposal to MLB, discuss teams’ decisions to release minor leaguers and highlight the 15th anniversary of the Houston Chronicle’s infamous Astros tombstone.

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Which Side Will Blink First? May 28, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the latest disagreements in the negotiations between MLB and the players’ association and speculate about possible solutions.

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Covering MLB in 2020 with Lindsey Adler May 26, 2020

Mike and Jake are joined by The Athletic’s Yankees beat writer, Lindsey Adler, to discuss her recent column about what it is like to cover baseball during a pandemic and more.

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MLB’s Health-and-Safety Protocol/Remembering Bob Watson May 18, 2020

Mike and Jake dive into the highlights of the 67-page health-and-safety protocol MLB sent to the MLBPA and discuss the many accomplishments of the late Bob Watson.

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What to Make of the Latest MLB/MLBPA Negotiations May 14, 2020

Mike and Jake react to the latest developments in MLB and the players’ association’s disagreements on a 2020 pay structure and analyze what it means moving forward.

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The State of MLB/MLBPA Negotiations with Evan Drellich May 11, 2020

Mike and Jake are joined by The Athletic’s Evan Drellich to discuss the chances a 2020 MLB season will be played and where things stand in the negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA.

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The 5 Most Controversial Astros Decisions of the Last 5 Years May 07, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze and later rank the Astros’ five most controversial decisions since the team returned to contention in 2015.

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How Much Longer is the Championship Window Open? May 04, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss a reader question about how the Astros should approach roster construction after 2020 and run through a couple of the latest developments in MLB.

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Baseball and Broadcasting with Robert Ford Apr 30, 2020

Mike and Jake are joined by Astros radio play-by-play broadcaster Robert Ford to discuss an array of topics, including his daily process and his quarantine recommendations.

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Can the NFL Draft’s Virtual Model Work in MLB? Apr 27, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss whether MLB could use its 2020 draft to generate buzz about the sport like the NFL did over the weekend with its successful virtual draft. They also talk about the looming minor league contraction and possible avenues for the resumption of play.

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Parsing the Punishments Apr 23, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze MLB’s report on the 2018 Red Sox and contrast the findings and punishment with the case of the 2017 Astros.

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The Astros’ 10 Best Draft Picks of the Century Apr 20, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the Astros’ 10 best draft picks since 2000, a span in which the team has made 901 selections over 20 drafts.

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Astros Mailbag, Quarantine Edition Apr 16, 2020

Mike and Jake respond to questions submitted by listeners, addressing topics such as the potential impact of a canceled 2020 season on the Astros’ championship window and how MLB should handle ticket refunds.

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AL West or Grapefruit League East? Apr 13, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the spring training-site realignment proposal and compare the Astros’ hypothetical division in this scenario (call it the GL East) to the AL West.

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The Issues With The Arizona “Idea” Apr 09, 2020

Mike and Jake run through the many questions sparked by the idea of playing a season in empty Cactus League ballparks and discuss Jake’s series about Astros drafts of the recent past.

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Would a Shortened Season Help or Hurt the Astros? Apr 06, 2020

Mike and Jake analyze the potential impacts of a shortened 2020 season on the Astros and discuss the first public comments by Evan Gattis about the electronic sign stealing scandal.

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Bill Brown On His Favorite Calls Apr 02, 2020

Mike and Jake are joined by former longtime Astros television broadcaster Bill Brown, who recalls a couple of his favorite calls from his career and reflects on covering shortened seasons of MLB’s past.

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Remembering Jimmy Wynn Mar 30, 2020

Mike and Jake are joined by AT&T SportsNet Southwest’s Kevin Eschenfelder, a friend of the late Jimmy Wynn from their shared time working on the Astros’ pre- and post-game shows. Later, Mike and Jake analyze the new MLB/MLBPA agreement and what it means for the Astros.

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How the MLB service time debate impacts the Astros Mar 26, 2020

Mike and Jake react to the latest news about MLB and the players’ association’s negotiation regarding 2020 service time and what it means for George Springer and the other would-be free agents.

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Steve Sparks on Spring Training Part 1 Mar 23, 2020

Mike and Jake are joined by Astros radio broadcaster Steve Sparks to discuss takeaways from the Grapefruit League action that took place before spring training was put on hold.

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Justin Verlander Goes Under the Knife Mar 19, 2020

Mike and Jake discuss the news about Justin Verlander’s groin surgery and evaluate Jake’s questionable selections for an all-time Astros lineup in a hypothetical winner-take-all scenario.

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Astros reliever Joe Smith on MLB’s hiatus Mar 16, 2020

Mike and Jake are joined by Astros reliever Joe Smith to discuss the uncertainty surrounding baseball’s shutdown due to the coronavirus and how the players will try to stay ready through the hiatus.

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What’s Next For Baseball? Mar 12, 2020

Mike and Jake react to the latest cancellations and postponements in the sports world due to the coronavirus and discuss what measures MLB should take in the wake of the global pandemic.

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The Great Right Field Debate Mar 09, 2020

Mike and Jake break down the Josh Reddick vs. Kyle Tucker competition in right field, theorize about the Astros’ optimal 2020 batting order and react to Collin McHugh’s first public comments about the sign-stealing scandal.

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The 'All In' Episode Mar 05, 2020

Mike and Jake react to Yordan Alvarez's knee discomfort, future contract extensions, and who is more important: Forrest Whitley or Kyle Tucker?

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The Inaugural Episode Mar 02, 2020

Mike Meltser and Jake Kaplan discuss the fallout of the Astros sign-stealing scandal, and what kind of hurdle it could be for the 2020 season. They also predict the starting rotation, after Verlander and Greinke.

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