Two guys from HTown, Marlon and Mario are back and better than ever talking all things Astros! Join us in this adventure every week as we live the passion for our beloved team from HTown!Â
Marlon Merino and Mario Cortez
Send us a textMarlon The X Factor and Mario and Special Guest John David from Astros World Tour recap the Astros 2024 season and also talk about key items for 2025 such as Alex Bregman, Kyle Tucker, etc.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Send us a textMarlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the Astros end of August as they head into the home stretch in September as they lead the way in the AL West. The guys also discuss the possible return of Kyle Tucker and what it means to the Team as they head towards the playoffs.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Send us a Text Message.Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the offensive explosion from the Houston Astros on their recent winning streak and what to look ahead for the team. Also, breaking down Alex Bregman and Yordan Alvarez's amazing play as they were honored with Co-Players of the Week this week.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Send us a Text Message.Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the aftermath of the MLB Trade Deadline and what went right and what went wrong for the Houston Astros. The guys also discuss the lost money by the team after Rafael Montero was Designated for Assignment. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Send us a Text Message.Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the Houston Astros in 1st place for the first time this season. The guys also talk about the upcoming MLB trade deadline as well as Yordan Alvarez hitting for the cycle for the first time in his career.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Send us a Text Message.It's the All Star Break and Marlon The X Factor and Mario break down what went right and what went wrong so far with the Houston Astros and what the future holds moving forward after the break. The guys also hand out Mid Season Awards such as Team MVP and CY Young and etc.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Send us a Text Message.Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the Houston Astros hot streak as they continue to push towards the top of the AL West. The guys also talk about what moves got to be made as the Trade Deadline gets closer. Marlon and Mario also pay tribute for the 4th of July to MLB players who served in the military during their careers such as Ted Williams and Yogi Berra.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Send us a Text Message.Marlon The X Factor and Mario are back finally and better than ever as they discuss the resurgence of the Houston Astros and what they will need to do to continue their winning ways. The guys also discuss several players who have made a comeback including pitcher Hunter Brown and 3rd baseman Alex Bregman.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the recent season ending injury news regarding pitchers Jose Urquidy and Cristian Javier. The guys also talk about where to go from here as the Astros look to gain ground in the AL West.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the recent slide by the Houston Astros as well as set up reliever Ryan Pressly's continued meltdown this season dating back to last season. The guys also talk about Jose Abreu's not so good return to the lineup.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon the X Factor and Mario discuss the recent success of the Houston Astros. The guys also talk about Kyle Tucker's early MVP season as well as the surprise performances of Jake Meyers, Jeremy Pena, etc.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the situation regarding Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco and his recent start vs Oakland and what it means for him and the team moving forward. Also, the guys talk about the latest from Jose Abreu who is still in West Palm Beach.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the roller coaster season so far for the Houston Astros and what the team has to do to turn it around. Also, the guys discuss Ronel Blanco's terrific start to his rookie year and the Astros 3 game set in NY against the Yankees.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon The X Factor and Mario discuss the Astros recent trip to Mexico City and where does the team go moving forward. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss the week that was and wasn't with the Houston Astros. The guys also talk about what the team has to look forward to once certain players return from injury.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss the early struggles of the Houston Astros in the opening month of the season. The guys also discuss what has to be done to rebound and get to the top of the AL West. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco's historic No Hitter vs the Blue Jays. The guys also talk about the continuing consistency issues of first baseman Jose Abreu and how Tommy John surgery is affecting not just the MLB but all levels of baseball. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss what went right and wrong in the Astros opening series vs the New York Yankees and also discuss what the Astros need to do moving forward.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Opening Day is here and Marlon and Mario welcome Yankees social media influencer Brandon Schaer to talk about the Opening series with the New York Yankees. The guys also discuss the recent rivalry between the two teams and also shares with us a fun fact of who else he is a big fan of. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario welcome special guest Emily The Baseball Girly, the host of "She Scores" Pod to talk everything baseball. The three also discuss the Astros so far this spring and the upcoming 2024 season and beyond.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario break down the drama from the fallout of not acquiring Free Agent pitcher Blake Snell. The guys also discuss the spring starting pitchers' injury bug as well as the status of Kyle Tucker's future in HTown. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss Marlon's family day at the MMP for a tour and the guys weigh in on the future of the team as Spring Training rolls on. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario and Special Guest Brett Chancey AKA HTown Wheelhouse discuss everything Astros baseball past, present and future, including what to look for as it gets closer to Opening Day for the Houston Astros.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss the new MLB jerseys that have taken the world by storm and not in a good way. The guys also discuss the first week of Spring Training for the Astros and looking ahead as Opening Day gets closer.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss their favorite tacos as well as how many baseball caps is too many, not to mention Astros Spring Training games have started. The guys also discuss, JV, Chas, Yainer Diaz and the recent setback of Forrest Whitley.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss pitchers and catchers arriving and full squad workouts as Spring Training games begin soon and discussing the future of Alex Bregman as well as reliver Ryan Pressly's new role as the Astros set up man. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss the new contract extension for second baseman Jose Altuve and what this means for future free agents Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker. Also the guys discuss Spring Training and Players to watch.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario talk with the one and only, rapper and recording artist Mark Drew. The three discuss the Houston Astros upcoming 2024 season, as well as Mark's continued journey and success in the music industry.Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss former Astros closer Billy Wagner just missing induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame and Marlon gives us all a closer look into the life of former Astros third baseman Ken Caminiti. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario discuss offseason moves by the front office as the Astros ramp up for the 2024 season. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod
Marlon and Mario are reintroducing themselves back into the world of Astros baseball podcasting while sharing their memories of Houston Astros past and present. Intro for Straight Outta Htown The Pod Outro for Straight Outta Htown the Pod