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Podcast: Locked On Astros - Daily Podcast On The Houston Astros
Episode: Why the Astros Are Embracing a Six-Man Rotation in 2026
Description: Houston Astros embrace a bold new era with the six-man rotation—can this pitching experiment fuel another World Series run? Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey examine how Hunter Brown, Imai, and Christian Javier headline a crowded battle for rotation spots, while Spencer Arrighetti and Lance McCullers Jr. fight to stay relevant. The hosts raise critical pitching questions, spotlight the recent Edward Cabrera trade, and debate whether Houston needs another left-handed starter like MacKenzie Gore.Roster intrigue doesn’t stop at the mound. Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey explore key arbitration deadlines for Astros stars, the backup catcher conu...