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Listen in the appTyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome discuss the Astros' latest pitching acquisition — Kai-Wei Teng from the San Francisco Giants — and how his arrival intensifies competition for the final roster spots in spring training. Then, the two hosts discuss Isaac Paredes' continued availability in trades and the World Baseball Classic insurance controversy.
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"Arms Race in West Palm: Astros Spring Pitching Battles and Trade Talk | Crush City Territory" is an episode of Crush City Territory: A Houston Astros Podcast. Runtime 51 min. Published February 2, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.