Houston Astros Podcast

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6/12 ASTROS PODCAST: Hinch, Sipp Jun 13, 2018

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Manager A.J. Hinch talks about spending his off day at Stanford University before the Astros-Oakland series. Later relief pitcher Tony Sipp talks about making adjustments on the mound that contributes to his recent success.

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6/10 Astros Radio Roundtable with Brandon Taubman Jun 10, 2018

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Senior Director Baseball Operations Brandon Taubman sits down with Robert Ford and Steve Sparks for a roundtable discussion on Astros Radio. Taubman talks about Sunday's roster move with the promotion of LHP Remin Guduan with the injury to Joe Smith. Other topics include impressive playing time from catcher Max Stassi, results from the draft and what to expect from 1st rounder Seth Beer.

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6/9 ASTROS PODCAST: Banister, Strom Jun 09, 2018

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Texas Rangers Manager Jeff Banister sat down to talk with Steve Sparks at Globe Life Park in Arlington. The duo discuss managerial styles, how Bannister keeps his players sharp during slumps and being a leader/mentor. Pitching Coach, Brent Strom, later talks to Robert Ford about veteran pitcher Justin Verlander. Stromy later reveals his secret love beyond baseball. Dancing. "The toughest was the Tango, by far, for me. The Tango is kind of a funny dance, you either look like you're in love at one moment or you hate the person at the other moment. With the facial expressions of the Tango," said Strom.

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6/8 ASTROS PODCAST: Hinch, Gattis Jun 08, 2018

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Manager A.J. Hinch welcomes back veteran catcher, Brian McCann, who returns from the DL Friday night against the Texas Rangers and is in the lineup. Hinch also previews Justin Verlander's start at Globe Life Park and talks about the resurgence of Evan Gattis and the consistency of Alex Bregman. Gattis later joins the conversation as he explains his approach at the plate as the Astros Designated Hitter.

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6/7 ASTROS PODCAST: Hinch, Reddick, Kemp Jun 07, 2018

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Manager A.J. Hinch updates the injury status of Carlos Correa, the closing role for his staff, resting his starters and the Astros approach against the Texas Rangers. Outfielder Josh Reddick talks about getting back in the lineup after his stint on the DL and recalls his days in the minors after getting drafted by Boston in 2006. Finally, utility outfielder Tony Kemp shares his thoughts after Wednesday big win against the Division leading Seattle Mariners.

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6/6 ASTROS PODCAST: Spice Girls, Hinch, Harris Jun 06, 2018

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That's right, Spice Girls. Click and find out. Manager A.J. Hinch later talks about video games in the clubhouse, Josh Reddick and previews Wednesday's matchup against the 1st place Mariners. Relief pitcher Will Harris wraps things up by talking about about the MLB draft and recalls his draft day in 2006.

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6/5 ASTROS PODCAST: Hinch, Blowers Jun 06, 2018

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Manager A.J. Hinch and Steve Sparks discuss the two game series against the Seattle Mariners beginning Tuesday night at Minute Maid Park. Former big leaguer and current M's broadcaster, Mike Blowers, sits down with Robert Ford to talk abut the MLB draft and life without Robinson Cano

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6/3 Astros Sunday Radio Roundtable with Jeff Luhnow Jun 03, 2018

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General Manager sits in with Astros Radio Robert Ford and Steve Sparks for his weekly radio segment. Topics include next weeks draft, injury updates and bullpens.

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6/2 ASTROS PODCAST: Highlights, Gattis, Hudgens, Wright Jun 02, 2018

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Former Knuckleballer Steve Sparks sits down with Red Sox knuckball relief pitcher Steven Wright before Saturday's game at Minute Maid Park. Evan Gattis talks to Sparks and Robert Ford from the Astros dugout following Friday's victory and hitting coach Dave Hudgens breaks down the teams offense with Ford.

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6/1 ASTROS PODCAST: Marisnick, Hinch Jun 01, 2018

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Manager A.J. Hinch talks about Friday night's matchup with the Boston Redsox and starters Gerrit Cole and Chris Sale. Hinch also mentions the performance of Lance McCullers, Jake Marisnick and Carlos Correa from Thursday's victory. Fan favorite Jake Marisnick drove in a run and made a tremendous defensive play in game one and he joins Robert Ford and Steve Sparks from the Astros Dugout.

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