Locked On Astros

The Houston Astros take a bold step in the offseason, signing KBO pitching standout Ryan Weiss to a team-friendly contract through 2026 with an option for 2027. Can Weiss’s swing-and-miss stuff and refined control fill the rotation void left by Framber Valdez’s departure? Hosts Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey debate Weiss’s potential impact, detailing his arsenal—fastball, slider, and forkball—and examining how the Astros’ pitching lab could unlock his upside.Roster decisions loom large as trade rumors swirl around Jake Myers, while names like Michael King and Ranger Suarez emerge as possible rotation targets. They chime in on MLB hot stove chaos and weigh the long-term implications of qualifying offers, the Astros’ draft picks, and Jim Crane’s luxury tax strategy. With spring training approaching, will the Astros make another big move for World Series contention or settle for divisional dominance?All that and more on tonight’s episode — be sure to tune in!Locked On Astros is your daily Houston Astros podcast,