LEADER: Astros Announce Hunter Brown as Ace—Espada SHARES Injury Updates and Roster Battles

Brett Chancey talks about the buzz coming out of Spring Training this afternoon, and the buzz about Imai is real. Hunter Brown is your ace!Join the Everydayer Club lockedonastros.supercast.comLocked On Astros is your daily Houston Astros podcast, hosted by Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey. As part of the Locked On Podcast Network, we bring you the latest Astros news, in-depth game analysis, player updates, and exclusive insights — every single weekday.Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual listener, stay connected with everything happening in Astros baseball. Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, never to miss an episode.00:00 Astros Injuries: No Major Concerns06:56 Josh Hader: Strategic Use Discussed08:46 Astros Trade Rumors & Lineup13:46 College Classic & Hunter Brown Insights17:36 Focused Fundamentals for Baseball Success18:50 Orioles Spend Big for AL East23:03 "AOS Preview & Mariners Chat"28:22 "Outside Looking In" Debate29:52 "Locked On Astros Preview"Houston Astros launch spring training with Hunter Brown named Opening Day starter—could this signal a new era on the mound? Early injury updates on Yainer Diaz, Josh Hader, and Eli De Los Santos raise questions, but optimism remains high as Tatsuya Imai acclimates quickly, flashing energy and potential in his first workouts. Can the Astros’ revamped pitching staff anchor another postseason push amid growing AL competition?Brett Chancey breaks down Joe Espada’s leadership style, key roster battles involving Isaac Paredes, Christian Walker, Zach Cole, and Cam Smith, and the strategic camp adjustments designed to maximize individual development. With the AL West shaping up to be a fierce battleground against the Mariners, Rangers, and Athletics, fans get insights on position battles, trade scenarios, and the fresh faces fighting for rotation spots. Has the Astros’ winning culture set them up for another dominant season, or will new challenges test their depth?🎧 Subscribe today and make Locked On Astros part of your daily routine — perfect for your commute, workout, or coffee break. 📺 We’re growing fast on YouTube — help us reach 20,000 subscribers by subscribing now and joining the best Houston Astros community online! / @lockedonastroshttps://linktr.ee/LockedOnAstrosFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAstros?sid=Y...Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB#Astros #HoustonAstros #MLBSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts...Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/...#Astros #HoustonAstros #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.