Beyond the Diamond, presented by Apollo Media, follows hosts Apollo Dez (@ApolloDez1) and Brian LaLima (@BLima790) as they offer news, speculation, analysis and more for the Houston Astros and the rest of MLB. #Astros #MLB
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the All-Star Rosters, who was snubbed, this upcoming week against OAK & NYY, and Carlos Correa's future
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WE WERE STOPPED - AJ Hinch's Voodoo Magic & The...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the curse that is AJ Hinch against the Astros. What can be done about this bullpen? And we dive into all the juicy details of what Evan Gattis says about the 2017 Scandal on our Apollo Podcast Network sibling podcast "Stros Across The Globe"
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WE CAN'T BE STOPPED - Stros Rolling Along & A S...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the JUGGERNAUT that is the 2021 Houston Astros, as well as the new rules around checking pitchers for substances and hypocrisy around creating in baseball
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Another Series WIn, Brantley ON FIRE, & A look ...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about another series win against the Twins, Michael "The Professional" Brantley, the X factor in the lineup, & Dez's experience at the Sugar Land Skeeters game
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Red Sux Series & Bob Manfred & The Hypocrites O...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Red Sox series. Then in segment 2, they get into the nitty-gritty of the current "Spider-Tack" scandal and the failures of Rob (Bob) Manfred
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Ben Verlander Talks Baseball & His Love For Sho...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Blue Jays series, preview the Red Sox series, and have a chat with Ben Verlander (@Verly32), former Professional baseball player, and host of Fox Sports' Flippin' Bats Podcast. We talk all things MLB, the minor league grind, and Ben's love for Shohei Ohtani Make sure you check out Ben's podcast!
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THROW STRIKES II The Bullpen Walkathon, and a R...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Dodgers, Padres, & Red Sox Homestand, and answer questions from the audience.
63 min
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A Disappointment In Arlington, THROW STRIKES, a...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the disappointing series in Arlington. What happened? Should Astros fans be worried, or are people overreacting? They also preview the upcoming series with the 2017 World Series losing Dodgers, and answer questions from the audience. They also announce the code word for ANOTHER GIVEAWAY! Listen closely!
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Oakland 1.5, Brian McTaggart Interview, 1st Pla...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the series in Oakland. Then they sit down with MLB.com Astros Writer Brian McTaggart and talk about his career covering the Astros, his UH Cougars Final 4 appearance, and the Cry Kid meme.
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A WILD Walkoff & A Conversation With Astros Pit...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the wild-pitch walk-off win against the Rangers, we also talk with Houston Astros Pitcher Andre Scrubb about his journey to the bigs, how’s he’s feeling after his injury earlier in the season, what’s on his go-to workout playlist, and yes.. we asked about his thoughts on everyone commenting on his backside Video of the interview is here on our YouTube Channel Don't forget to follow, rate, and subscribe!
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YorGOD, TOR Series Recap, Angels Series Preview...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about Yordan Alvarez's INSANE start to his career, Recap of the series with the Blue Jays, and Preview the upcoming Angels Series ALSO, listen for the code word that you'll need to email BTD@Apollohou.com to be entered to win FREE ASTROS TICKETS! Don't forget to follow, rate, and subsribe!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TUVE YOU! Yankees Series Recap, ...
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STROS ARE BACK! Yankees Series Preview & April ...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the Stros coming back to form with these last 3 series wins. They also preview the big upcoming series with the Yankees, their best Astros players from April, and take some questions from the Apollo community on Twitter
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Frozen Trash Cans, Hot Bats, and a Rookie DEALING
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Embarrassing Skid, Yuli Could've Been a HOF, CO...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about this embarrassing 5- game losing streak, why Yuli would be a Hall Of Famer if he came over to the US when he was younger, the COVID IL situation, and a preview of the upcoming series in Seattle
53 min
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Home Opener, AJ Hinch Standing Ovation, & Can't...
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about going to the Astros Home Opener, the disapointing series loss against the A's, why AJ Hinch deserves a standing ovation in Houston, and Tigers series predictions #Astros #MLB Be sure to check out ApolloHOU.com for homegrown Houston sports coverage as well as Astros and Rockets apparel you can't find anywhere else. Use promo code "BTD" for 10% off at checkout!
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BONUS: Home Opener Preview with ApolloDez
ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) sits down for a bonus solo pod to preview the Astros 2021 Home Opener. His Co-Host Brian LaLima (@BLima790) is out on the 10 day IL with "Discomfort". Dez talks the recent 2 game series with the Angels, what it will feel like to be back in MMP, and answers some questions from Twitter.
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A's-WEEP, Angels Up Next, Q & A
Brian LaLima (@blima790) and Co-Host ApolloDez (@ApolloDez1) talk about the absolute dismantling of the A's in the Astros opening series sweep, preview the short 2-game series with the Angels, and take some questions from the Apollo community on Twitter
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Spring Training, Correa Extension, and 2021 Sea...