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Ice Box Insiders | Houston Astros Podcast

Hosted by Michael Schwab and Jackson Adams · 🇺🇸 us · EN · 9 episodes

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9
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About this podcast

Ice Box Insiders is a Houston Astros MLB podcast hosted by Michael Schwab and Jackson Adams, breaking down everything happening with Houston baseball at Daikin Park and beyond. From insider insights and player storylines to big picture analysis and fan debates, each episode dives into the moments that matter all season long. Whether you live and breathe Astros baseball or just want to stay in the loop, this show brings you smart, entertaining coverage from two guys who know the game and love the team. New episodes throughout the 2026 MLB season covering Astros news, game recaps, predictions, roster moves, and everything happening in Houston sports. Subscribe and join the Insiders. michaelschwab.substack.com

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Michael Schwab and Jackson Adams hosts Ice Box Insiders | Houston Astros Podcast, a sports show with 9 episodes published.

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The Impossible Win and the Arms That Could Save This Season

Jun 4, 202644mEp. 10S1

The Astros did something Wednesday night they hadn’t done all season. Not once. Josh Hader is back. Hunter Brown is coming. The pitching staff that buried this team might be the thing that saves it. June isn’t optional.

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From No-No to Oh-No: The Astros Roller Coaster Continues

May 27, 202647mEp. 9S1

One night, history. The next, a disaster. Tatsuya Imai, Steven Okert, and Alimber Santa combined for the 18th no-hitter in Astros franchise history, a stunning 9-0 gem against the Rangers with Santa making his MLB debut.

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Correa out for the season. Now What? | Astros 15-23, AL West Chaos and the Road Ahead

May 6, 202642mEp. 8S1

Carlos Correa is out for the season with a torn tendon in his left ankle, and Michael and Jackson are processing it live. They break down what losing Correa’s bat, leadership, and defense really means. Then zoom out on w

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Yordan Alvarez, Yordan Alvarez, and a Little More Yordan Alvarez

Apr 23, 202631mEp. 7S1

Jackson flies solo for Episode 7 with one thing on his mind: Yordan Alvarez. Leading the American League in batting average (.347), hits, RBIs, home runs (11), OPS (1.245), and total bases, Yordan is on pace for a Triple

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There’s No Place Like Home: Houston Astros Home Stand, Cowboy Hats & Pitching Woes

Apr 16, 202646mEp. 6S1

The vibes are high at Daikin Park. Michael Schwab and Jackson Adams break down the Houston Astros two-game winning streak after one of the ugliest road trips in many years. The offense looks like the elite unit Astros fa

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Astros Pitching Looks Ugly. The Stats Say Do Not Panic Yet | Ep. 5

Apr 8, 202646mEp. 5S1

The Astros are 6-7 with a 6.06 ERA and the takes are getting hot. But before you panic, Michael and Jackson bring the data. From expected ERA to BABIP to poorly hit balls that keep finding grass, the numbers tell a very

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The Window Is Wide Open: Astros Offense Returns to Golden Age Form

Apr 2, 202653mEp. 4S1

The golden age isn’t over. The Astros offense has come alive, and it’s starting to feel like the dynasty years are back in full swing. Hunter Brown and Lance McCullers held it down on the mound, but Yordan Alvarez and Jo

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Ice Box Insiders Episode 3 | IT'S OPENING DAY, the rotation is set, and is 2026 THE YEAR?

Mar 26, 202640mEp. 3S1

The 2026 Houston Astros season is here, and Ice Box Insiders is ready. Michael Schwab and Jackson Adams break down a spring training that flew under the radar, with an 11-14 record that masked a 3.51 ERA, second-best in

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Ice Box Insiders Episode 2 | Countdown to Opening Day, WBC, and JOEY LOPERFIDO

Mar 19, 202649mEp. 2S1

Opening Day is one week away and the Houston Astros are ready. In Episode 2 of Ice Box Insiders, Michael Schwab and Jackson Adams break down everything Astros fans need to know heading into the 2026 MLB season. The pitch

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Episode 1 | Spring Training, Injuries and PITCHING! | Ice Box Insiders podcast

Mar 12, 202636mEp. 1S1

This is episode 1 of our brand new ALL ASTROS podcast! In this episode we talk about the Astros spring training and how they’ve performed in West Palm Beach, the team’s injuries, roster moves, and more! Plus.. pitching l

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Introducing Ice Box Insiders

Mar 10, 20261mS1

Howdy! Welcome to Ice Box Insiders, a weekly Astros podcast hosted by Michael Schwab and Jackson Adams. We are here to talk all things Astros and can’t wait to share news, insights, inside information and exclusive inter

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Who is the host of Ice Box Insiders | Houston Astros Podcast?

Ice Box Insiders | Houston Astros Podcast is hosted by Michael Schwab and Jackson Adams. The show is categorised under sports (news) and has published 9 episodes.

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Ice Box Insiders | Houston Astros Podcast has published 9 episodes.

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