Chris Schad

Chris Schad

Joined: Feb 3, 2025

Chris is an associate editor for the FanSided Regional Network. He grew up in Minnesota, where he promptly hit the "failed-middle-school-athlete-to-writer" pipeline. Chris graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and has written for numerous sites since 2011, including Bleacher Report, Yahoo! and Bring Me The News. A pro wrestling enthusiast when he's not watching sports, Chris is also the co-host of The Viking Age podcast.

Aug 17, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Carlos Correa (1) runs up the first base line after hitting a single against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Houston Texans tight end Irv Smith Jr. (83) participates in a drill during an NFL football minicamp at NRG Stadium.

Houston Astros relief pitcher Jordan Weems (51) delivers a pitch in the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Sep 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III (8) during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Aug 17, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III (8) runs with the ball after a reception during the second quarter against the New York Giants at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

May 24, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Josh Hader (71) reacts after a pitch during the ninth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Aug 5, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Josh Hader (71) celebrates defeating the Miami Marlins following the game at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Sep 20, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) walks off the field after a pitching change in the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Aug 6, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) reacts to his double against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Jul 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Astros catcher Victor Caratini against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Aug 31, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown (right) talks before the game against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Jul 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Jun 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros manager Joe Espada (left) and general manager Dana Brown (right) talk on the field before the game against the Chicago Cubs at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Sep 11, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros right fielder Jason Heyward (22) reacts after striking out during the seventh inning against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Jun 10, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Jared Wayne (14) participates in a drill during an NFL football minicamp at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Oct 3, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (1) waves to the crowd after coming off the field before the ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images