# Opening Day Letdown: Astros’ Bats Go Silent in 3-0 Loss

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Podcast: [Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/crush-city-territory-a-houston-astros-podcast-7134562)
Published: 2026-03-27T03:08:54+00:00
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## Resource

Much of what plagued the 2025 Astros was on display during the 2026 season-opener. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' deflating 3-0, Opening Day loss against the Los Angeles Angels. The duo analyzes Houston's disappointing offensive performance, Hunter Brown's uneven afternoon and AJ Blubaugh's eye-opening stint as a reliever. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at  HelloFresh.com/FT10FM . Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.  Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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