Our guests are GM Jeff Luhnow, George Springer, Chris Devenski, Astros Voice Steve Sparks and CSN New England & ex Astros beat writer Evan Drellich. How are McCullers & Keuchel feeling going into the season? Luhnow (1:25) talks pitching, the Hoyt v. Gustave decision & what concerns he has going into the season.
Does Francis Martes have ace stuff? Sparks (5:15) tells us who impressed him this Spring, how Ken Giles looks & what’s got him excited about this season.
What will it like to play centerfield without Tal’s Hill? Springer (53:59) talks about his new position, Carlos Beltran, Brian McCann & what Spring Training was like with the World Baseball Classic going on.
What does Chris Devenski like about Houston? Devo (59:17) talks about his new hometown & his 1st MLB Opening Day. Drellich (22:55) joins Robert & R.G. for AL & NL predictions & who’ll be the Astros biggest competition. AJ Hinch (1:04:37) describes Opening Day & the high expectations his team has. Plus, Robert & R.G. (1:10:00) on Rockets concerns & March Madness semi-final conversation.