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The Crawford Talks: A show about the Houston Astros

Mike Meltser and The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan take you inside the clubhouse and cover the big stories in what will be a fascinating 2021 season for the Houston Astros.

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Latest Episodes:

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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