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Podcast: Locked On Astros - Daily Podcast On The Houston Astros
Episode: Astros Battle Back for Split — But Early Pitching Issues Are Real
Description: Houston Astros rally for a crucial series split against the Los Angeles Angels, but serious questions loom over their starting rotation. Tatsuya Imai’s highly anticipated debut was spoiled early before the Astros’ offense—led by Christian Walker, Isak Paredes, and Jose Altuve—found its rhythm and delivered in clutch moments. Can this lineup sustain its hot streak against tougher competition?
Hosts Eric Huysman and Brett "H-Town Wheelhouse" Chancey dissect standout performances and pinpoint the Astros' alarming pitching concerns, including Brian Abreu's velocity dip and Christian Javier's command issues. Key topics include the bullpen’s heavy workload, surprising...