# Previewing The 2026 Astros: Predictions, Pivotal Players and Pressure To Win

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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: 2026-03-25T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://omny.fm/shows/crush-city-territory-a-houston-astros-podcast/previewing-the-2026-astros-predictions-pivotal-players-and-pressure-to-win
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## Resource

Opening Day is here and the 2026 Astros have a lot to prove after missing the playoffs last season. Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss Houston's new-look starting rotation, the questions surrounding its lineup and the pressure on both general manager Dana Brown and manager Joe Espada — each of whom is in the last year of his contract. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at  MintMobile.com/Territory Use our code  TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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