Banging The Can

Houston sports takes and humor delivered by Ross Bolen. Apologies not included.

Astros-Mariners Series, J. J. Watt's Return? 05/06/2024

Astros-Mariners Series, J. J. Watt's Return? Ross Bolen discusses the Astros-Mariners series, his experience in the Diamond Club at Friday night's game, who's to blame for the team's current struggles, and J. J. Watt's potential return to the Texans. Support our sponsors: for 20% OFF your first order Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/31163782

Astros in Mexico, Texans Draft Results 04/29/2024

Astros in Mexico, Texans Draft Results Ross Bolen discusses the Astros picking up consecutive wins in Mexico, Joey Loperfido being called up to the majors, and the Texans draft results. Support our sponsors: for FREE shipping (code "BTC" to receive your first month FREE) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/31040423

Texans Unveil New Uniforms, Astros Still Trash 04/23/2024

Texans Unveil New Uniforms, Astros Still Trash Ross Bolen faces the ugly truth regarding the Astros continued struggles, evaluates the new Texans uniforms, and discusses complaining about officiating in professional sports. Support our sponsors: for FREE shipping (code "BTC" to receive your first month FREE) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/30959543

What's Wrong With The Astros??? 04/16/2024

What's Wrong With The Astros??? Ross Bolen discusses the Astros and their 6-12 start, where things have gone wrong so far this season, and who to blame. Plus, a performance review for the 2023-2024 Houston Rockets. Support our sponsors: (code "BTC" to receive your first month FREE) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/30855703

Astros Swept by Yankees, Rockets Streak Ends 04/01/2024

Astros Swept by Yankees, Rockets Streak Ends Ross Bolen has a meltdown over the Astros opening their season getting swept by the Yankees at home, and laments the end of the Rockets' impressive winning streak. Support our sponsors: (code "ROSS" for 50% signup bonus up to $1,000) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/30631228

ASTROS BASEBALL IS BACK!!! 03/27/2024

ASTROS BASEBALL IS BACK!!! Ross Bolen gets fired up for Houston Astros Opening Day and breaks down what he wants to see from each player this season in order for the team to win another World Series. Support our sponsors: (code "BTC" for 10% OFF) (code "ROSS" for 50% signup bonus up to $1,000) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/30569408

Rockets Catching Stride, Texans Off-Season Moves 03/22/2024

Rockets Catching Stride, Texans Off-Season Moves Ross Bolen discusses the red hot Rockets catching stride as the NBA regular season winds down and the Texans off-season moves. Support our sponsor: (code "ROSS" for 50% signup bonus up to $1,000) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/30505723

Houston Rockets Pulse Check 03/04/2024

Houston Rockets Pulse Check Ross Bolen evaluates the Houston Rockets through 60 games, shares his frustration with the front office, and discusses where the franchise goes from here. Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for 10% OFF) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/30224208

JOSE ALTUVE SIGNS 5-YEAR EXTENSION 02/07/2024

JOSE ALTUVE SIGNS 5-YEAR EXTENSION Ross Bolen discusses the Astros signing Jose Altuve through 2029, left-handed closer Josh Hader signing a 5-year deal, and what else the team needs to accomplish this off-season. Plus, checking in on the Rockets. Support our sponsor: (code "btc50" for 50% OFF) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/29845583

Texans Therapy Session 01/22/2024

Texans Therapy Session Ross Bolen discusses the Texans getting knocked out of the playoffs by the Baltimore Ravens, the season on the whole, and how the Texans can build from here. Support our sponsor: (code "btc50" for 50% OFF) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/29603503

TEXANS BEAT BROWNS!!!! 01/15/2024

TEXANS BEAT BROWNS!!!! Ross Bolen discusses the Houston Texans beating the piss out of the Cleveland Browns, key factors in Houston's first playoff victory since 2019, potential matchups in the divisional round, teams courting offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik, and the Cowboys shitting the bed yet again. Support our sponsor: (code "btc50" for 50% OFF) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/29497933

TEXANS WIN DIVISION HAHAHAHAHA 01/08/2024

TEXANS WIN DIVISION HAHAHAHAHA Ross Bolen celebrates the Houston Texans winning the AFC South for the first time since 2019, reflects on the franchise's road back to relevancy, and mentally prepares for Wild Card Weekend. Support our sponsor: (code "btc50" for 50% OFF) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/29394393

Texans > Titans 12/18/2023

Texans > Titans Ross Bolen discusses the Texans beating the Titans, Tennessee's use of the classic Houston Oilers uniform, Houston's playoff hopes, and Scarface's Tiny Desk concert. Support our sponsor: (code "btc50" for 50% OFF) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/29136823

Texans-Jets, Shohei Ohtani, Rockets Updates 12/13/2023

Texans-Jets, Shohei Ohtani, Rockets Updates Ross Bolen discusses the Texans losing to the Jets, Rockets fans turning on Jalen Green, and Shohei Ohtani's monster contract. Support our sponsor: (code "btc50" for 50% OFF) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/29066158

Texans-Broncos Reaction 12/04/2023

Texans-Broncos Reaction Ross Bolen discusses the Houston Texans win over the Denver Broncos, Ime Udoka telling off LeBron James, and the Astros resigning themselves to losing Alex Bregman. Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28928218

Texans-Jaguars Therapy Session 11/27/2023

Texans-Jaguars Therapy Session Ross Bolen discusses the Texans loss to the Jaguars, atrocious officiating, embarrassing offensive line, and C. J. Stroud's performance. Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28814478

Texans-Bengals, Rockets-Nuggets, Joe Espada 11/13/2023

Texans-Bengals, Rockets-Nuggets, Joe Espada Ross Bolen discusses the Texans win over the Bengals, Rockets win over the Nuggets, and Joe Espada being introduced as the new manager of the Astros. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28622408

C. J. Stroud's HISTORIC Performance 11/08/2023

C. J. Stroud's HISTORIC Performance Ross Bolen discusses C. J. Stroud's record-setting performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, evaluates the Houston Texans through week 9, checks in on the 3-3 Rockets, and shares his concerns about the ongoing Astros managerial search. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28560653

Reaction to Rangers Winning World Series 11/03/2023

Reaction to Rangers Winning World Series Ross Bolen reacts to the Rangers winning the World Series, digests Dusty Baker's comments on criticism, discusses the search for a new manager, and sets expectations for this off-season. Plus, a check-in with the Rockets and Texans. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "ROSS" for deposit bonus) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28509764

2023 Houston Astros Grieving Session 10/24/2023

2023 Houston Astros Grieving Session Ross Bolen begins grieving the 2023 Houston Astros after a disappointing ALCS loss to the Texas Rangers, discusses what went wrong in game 7, points out which players earned their paychecks, evaluates Dusty Baker's decision-making, recaps a frustrating season on the whole, and gives hope for the future with several reasons for Houston sports fans to keep their heads held high. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "ROSS" for deposit bonus) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28411550

ALCS Game 5 Recap & Reaction 10/21/2023

ALCS Game 5 Recap & Reaction Ross Bolen recaps and discusses the biggest moments in game 5 of the ALCS between the Houston Astros and Arlington Rangers. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "ROSS" for deposit bonus) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28382921

Houston Astros Down 0-2 in ALCS 10/17/2023

Houston Astros Down 0-2 in ALCS Ross Bolen discusses the Houston Astros dropping the first two games of the ALCS at home against the Arlington Rangers. Also, the Texans winning 20-13 over the Saints. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28345829

STOP BOOING CARLOS CORREA 10/09/2023

STOP BOOING CARLOS CORREA Ross Bolen discusses what went right in game 1 and what went wrong in game 2 of the Astros-Twins ALDS series. Plus, Texans-Falcons talk. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for 110% deposit match this week only) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28268303

Astros Postseason Preparation 10/04/2023

Astros Postseason Preparation Ross Bolen takes hotline calls from listeners and discusses the new PBS documentary on the 2017 sign-stealing scandal, which Astros players he thinks could be difference makers this postseason, the path to the World Series, the pitching rotation, and more. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for 110% deposit match this week only) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28227533

ASTROS WIN DIVISION HAHAHAHAHA 10/02/2023

ASTROS WIN DIVISION HAHAHAHAHA Ross Bolen discusses the Houston Astros falling ass-backwards into another division championship and the Houston Texans destroying the Pittsburgh Steelers. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28202033

ASTROS SEASON OVER?!?! 09/20/2023

ASTROS SEASON OVER?!?! Ross Bolen addresses Astros fans throwing in the towel with 10 games remaining and the division lead, reflects on what has been a frustrating baseball season, and evaluates the Texans after their loss to the Colts. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28096499

Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens 09/11/2023

Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens Ross Bolen reacts to the Houston Texans losing their week 1 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens and sets expectations for this NFL season. Then he issues a reality check for Astros fans who have complained about management all season. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/28001466

Astros Swept by Mariners 08/21/2023

Astros Swept by Mariners Ross Bolen reacts to the worst 3-game stretch of this Houston Astros season including hotline calls from listeners. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/27811671

James Harden vs. Daryl Morey 08/15/2023

James Harden vs. Daryl Morey James Harden's beef with Daryl Morey. Jon Singleton's story. Astros expectations down the stretch. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/27764931

The State of the Houston Astros 08/04/2023

The State of the Houston Astros Ross Bolen takes hotline calls from Can Bangers driving discussion around the Justin Verlander trade, Houston Astros clubhouse culture, Jose Abreu vs. Yuli Gurriel, expectations for Michael Brantley, the under-appreciated defensive dominance of Alex Bregman, and more. CALL THE HOTLINE: 888-203-2339 Support our sponsor: (code "BTC" for free hat with order) Subscribe on YouTube: Presented by Bolen Media: /episode/index/show/bangingthecan/id/27665454

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