Chandler Rome

Chandler Rome, The Athletic’s Astros beat writer who covers Houston roster, health, and spring developments, joins to break down Astros roster construction, DH/logjam dilemmas, outfield experiments, rotation depth and a likely six-man plan. Hosts also dig into rebound hitters with discounted draft-day prices and discuss which bats could bounce back in 2026.

Chandler Rome, an Astros beat writer for The Athletic, joins the discussion to dissect Rob Manfred's controversial decision to reinstate Pete Rose and 16 others from MLB's ineligible list. They delve into Rose's legacy and Hall of Fame prospects. Rome also shares insights on the Astros' roster evolution, addressing slow starts from stars like Jose Altuve and evaluating pitching needs as the trade deadline approaches. The conversation touches on player injuries, lineup adjustments, and the strategic future of the team.