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Podcast: Locked On Astros - Daily Podcast On The Houston Astros
Episode: Astros Swept at Home, Fall to 2-4: Framber Falters, Offense Lacks Firepower
Description: The Houston Astros are off to a rocky start in 2025, falling to 2-4 after being swept at home by the San Francisco Giants. Despite out-hitting the Giants in the series finale, the Astros' offense lacked the power needed to drive in runs, recording zero extra-base hits. Singles alone won’t win games, and certainly won’t win championships.Framber Valdez, the team’s ace, had a disappointing outing, struggling with focus and command. When the Astros needed their leader to step up, he simply wasn’t sharp. This early-season skid is raising concerns—are these just growing pains, or...