Matt & Ross In The Morning

Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" for the third day of full-squad workouts at spring training in West Palm Beach, Florida. Arrighetti discussed his fantasy football league, playing high school baseball in Houston, the offseason focus heading into his sophomore season, his opinion on the ABS challenge system and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" go LIVE from the second day of full-squad workouts at the Astros spring training facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. Matt and Ross talk with pitcher Hayden Wesneski, manager Joe Espada and top prospect Cam Smith about the upcoming season. Matt and Ross also:

• discuss the latest plans for Jose Altuve to spend time in left field
• react to a report that says the Texans will either look to renovate NRG Stadium or build a completely new stadium in the future
• comment on Pat Mahomes Sr. telling a court that the scuffle with John Rocker in New Orleans was staged to avoid violating his probation
• talk about missing R&B singer Ne-Yo's visit to the Houston office
• tell people to "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time" and more.

Astros top prospect Cam Smith joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" for the second day of full-squad workouts at spring training in West Palm Beach, Florida. Houston acquired Smith along with third baseman Isaac Paredes and pitcher Hayden Wesneski in a trade that sent outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs. The 2024 first-round pick has recorded seven homers and 24 RBI in his 32 games in the minor leagues. Smith talked about getting drafted from Florida State, working at third base and in right field, taking pride in his defensive abilities and more.

Astros manager Joe Espada joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" from the second day of full squad workouts at spring training to comment on Jose Altuve working with the outfielders, adding Christian Walker to the lineup, wanting to see more consistency from Jake Meyers and Chas McCormick, competition at certain positions and more.

New Astros pitcher and Houston native Hayden Wesneski joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" from the second day of full squad workouts at spring training. The Cy-Fair High School and Sam Houston State alum was acquired along with third baseman Isaac Paredes and prospect Cam Smith in a trade that sent outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs. Wesneski discussed returning home, adding new pitches, his goal to be a starter and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" go LIVE from the first day of full-squad workouts at the Astros spring training facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. General manager Dana Brown and first baseman Christian Walker join to discuss the upcoming season. Matt and Ross also:

• react to Jose Altuve working with the outfielders
• break down the drama surrounding Alex Bregman's defensive position with the Red Sox
• review how much the Rockets organization is worth in a latest evaluation
• discuss the NHL's 4 Nation's Faceoff event
• give their latest "Gut Feelings" and more.

Christian Walker, the new first baseman for the Houston Astros, joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" from the first day of full-squad workouts at spring training in West Palm Beach, Florida. The three-time Gold Glove winner signed a $60 million, three-year contract with the Astros last December and discussed his decision to play in Houston and building chemistry with his new teammates.

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" from the first day of full-squad workouts at spring training in West Palm Beach, Florida. Brown commented on Alex Bregman's free agent signing, trading Kyle Tucker, Jose Altuve's excitement to play left field, his willingness to elevate top prospects and more.

Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross," Brian LaLima of "The Sean Salisbury Show" and Adam Wexler of "The A-Team" break down the last happenings from Astros spring training. Jose Altuve reported to camp and took fly balls in left field. Full squad workouts begin Tuesday. Ross, Brian and Adam also:

• review the expected lineup for the 2025 Astros.
• react to Alex Bregman arriving at spring training for the Boston Red Sox
• recap Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson representing the Rockets in the NBA All-Star game
• play "To Tell the Truth" and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" recap the latest from Day 2 of Astros Spring Training, where Lance McCullers Jr. spoke about his rehab from injury and a potential timeline to return to the mound. Matt and Ross also:

• get a live report from Chris Gordy in Florida
• review updates on Alex Bregman's deal with the Red Sox
• react to the Rockets losing to the Warriors ahead of the All-Star Break
• talk with Greg Rajan of the Houston Chronicle about the 30th anniversary of the Rockets trading for Clyde Drexler
• draft their favorite SNL characters of all time in another edition of "Fantasy Five" and more on this "Anything Goes Friday."