David Cone, Karl Ravech and Buster check-in from the Clown Car to talk about the Yankees trading forJazz Chisholm, the tired Red Sox, Dave Dombrowski making moves, the Padres’ potential and Garrett Crochet’s demands. Next, Buster talks to the newest Yankee, Jazz Chisholm. Then, Jeff Passan stops by to discuss the where the Dodgers are pre-trade deadline, if Blake Snell will hit waivers, the shocking price for Carlos Estévez, the Mariners’ big additions, and Buster’s Charge of the Light Brigade A...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Jake Peavy and Buster discuss Dylan Cease’s no-hitter, the Padres looking dangerous, Mason Miller breaking his pinky, and the Yankees and Orioles in dire need of pitching. Then, Todd Radom shares his thoughts on Alex Cora’s extension, reveals this week’s Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. Later, Sarah Langs has more numbers on Cease’s historic day. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH THE SHOW ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:3...
Jul 26, 2024•54 min
Hembo and Buster discuss potential moves for the Red Sox, Pirates, Mariners, Padres and Diamondbacks. Then, former agent Jeff Berry talks about his involvement in the “Posey Rule.” Later, Jesse Rogers talks about his “swinging for the lake” comment in a Cubs’ postgame presser, if the Cubs will gut their bullpen, the amount of work the White Sox need to do, and whether the Orioles will make the big move. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]...
Jul 24, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Buster, David Cone, Eduardo Pérez and Karl Ravech are in the Clown Car chatting about Shohei Ohtani’s moonshot, the Dodgers sweeping the Red Sox, the Pirates, and every team being in “win now” mode. Then, Alden Gonzalez discusses the Dodgers chasing high end talent at the trade deadline, if we’ll see Yoshinobu Yamamoto again this season, and the Hall of Fame inductees. Later, Sarah Langs on Hayden Birdsong’s 12 strikeout day at Coors Field, the Astros surging to the top of the AL West, and the i...
Jul 22, 2024•55 min
Hembo and Buster confess their sins and atone for their poor preseason predictions. Plus, Hembo has a raft of bold second half predictions for Julio Rodriguez, the Twins and the Pirates. Then, Kiley McDaniel stops by to recap the draft and discuss which teams currently have the most prospect capital. Later, Todd Radom shares this week’s Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. Finally, Sarah Langs nearly gets stranded in Pittsburgh, and puts a bow on the All-Star break with The Numbers G...
Jul 19, 2024•59 min
Buster, Jeff Passan and Karl Ravech convened in front of a live audience the morning of the All-Star Game to discuss the national anthem heard across the country, what tweaks could be made to Home Run Derby format, the maturity of Paul Skenes, and why the Astros and Red Sox need to add at the trade deadline. Plus, ESPN Radio’s Michelle Smallmon talks Cardinals, and Ravy tells a story that has Jeff running from the stage. Plus, Buster and the gang debrief after the All-Star Game. CALL THE BLEACHE...
Jul 17, 2024•52 min
Buster, Eduardo Pérez and Sarah Langs convene for a post-Home Run Derby edition of the Clown Car from Globe Life Field. They discuss Teoscar Hernández's Derby triumph and the moment that changed the whole competition. Plus, Buster was on the field pregame chatting with Cole Ragans, Jarren Duran, Bruce Bochy, CC Sabathia and Buck Britton. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH THE SHOW ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:06 Clown Car 27:59 Cole Ra...
Jul 15, 2024•36 min
Sarah Langs joins the show following Paul Skenes’ seven innings of no-hit baseball and plays The Numbers Game. Then, Kiley McDaniel on the evolution of Skenes’ pitching and a lookahead to Sunday’s MLB Draft. Later, Todd Radom has this week’s Ballpark & Beyond, and administers this week’s quiz. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH THE SHOW ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:47 Sarah Langs 16:46 Kiley McDaniel 32:07 Todd Radom 43:24 Bleache...
Jul 12, 2024•53 min
Hembo and Buster discuss the Phillies’ needs, the greatness of a healthy Chris Sale, whom Hembo would vote for AL Cy Young, and his all-time dream Home Run Derby field. Then, Tim Kurkjian stops by to talk about his all-time Home Run Derby field, and the level of desperation facing the Braves, Dodgers, Mets, Mariners, Red Sox and Yankees heading toward the trade deadline. Plus, Pete Alonso on why he loves the Home Run Derby. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BL...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Eduardo Pérez and Buster chat from the Clown Car about Kutter Crawford getting ahead of hitters, the Red Sox exceeding expectations, Luis Gil bouncing back ins a loss, and why Paul Skenes should start in the All-Star Game. Then, Jorge Castillo on who he thinks got snubbed from the ASG, the Yankees needing to raise the floor, if Kodai Senga can return as the Mets’ No. 1 pitcher, and the case for Boston to go for it. Later, Sarah Langs stops by with All-Star notes on Skenes, Heliot Ramos, Luis Arr...
Jul 08, 2024•51 min
All five parts of “The Hader Rules” in one episode. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH THE SHOW ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS :34 Part 1 6:22 Part 2 13:24 Part 3 19:53 Part 4 25:51 Part 5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 04, 2024•46 min
Buster and Hembo discuss the Marlins DFAing Tim Anderson, the Giants emerging in the playoff picture, the parallels between the Cubs and Blue Jays, and the unsung Rafael Devers. Then, Jake Peavy on the passing of Orlando Cepeda, and whether the Rangers and Cubs will buy or sell at the trade deadline. Later, Nationals GM Mike Rizzo on the evolution of his four starting pitchers, James Wood's grace on the field, C.J. Abrams taking a big step forward with his offensive game, how the Nationals lande...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Karl Ravech and Buster discuss Gunnar Henderson announcing his Home Run Derby participation on Sunday Night Baseball, the new Derby rules, and what they saw in the Orioles and Rangers this weekend. Then, Orioles broadcaster Melanie Newman stops by to talk about the team's trade deadline vibes. Later, Sarah Langs on the Brewers hitting grand slams, Aaron Judge’s last 50 games, and concern for Garrett Crochet’s innings stacking up. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SH...
Jul 01, 2024•52 min
Buster and Tim Kurkjian discuss if the Guardians the best overall team in baseball, the possibility that the Mets catch the Braves in the NL East, their concern for Gerrit Cole, and why the Blue Jays should continue to wait rather than sell now. Then, former agent Jeff Berry talks about the “collusion of efficiency” that’s hurting baseball. Later, Todd Radom shares this week’s Ball Park & Beyond and administers the quiz. Finally, Sarah Langs on Gunnar Henderson tearing it up, the Dodgers’ re...
Jun 28, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Hembo and Buster discuss Buster’s idea for the All-Star game, buying Nationals stock, David Stearns’ inevitable trade-deadline conundrum, and evaluating 21st-century pitchers for Hall of Fame. Then, Doug Glanville stops by to talk about the emergence of Francisco Álvarez, the Cubs’ impasse, Willie Mays’ societal impact, and who Doug would take as the best shortstop in baseball. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH THE SHOW ON X: #BL...
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Eduardo Pérez, David Kohn and Buster are in the Clown Car discussing the Mets finding their groove, the Cubs needing a jolt, impactful position players, Max Scherzer’s return, the Astros sweeping the Orioles, and their memories of Willie Mays. Then, Sarah Langs on Bailey Ober’s complete game and Paul Skenes’ latest start. Later, Jesse Rogers talks about Edwin Diaz getting tossed for sticky stuff, if the Cubs should trade for a star, and which teams in the NL should buy, hold or sell. CALL THE BL...
Jun 24, 2024•57 min
Buster begins the show sharing his thoughts on the game at Rickwood Field. Then, former agent Jeff Berry talks about why teams signing young players to longterm deals isn’t actually a good idea. Next, Todd Radom considers Buster’s idea to incorporate Mays into the MLB logo, shares this week’s Ballpark and Beyond, and administers the quiz. Later, Sarah Langs on the importance of Willie Mays to her family, Mays’ four home run game, the Dodgers’ big comeback against the Rockies and who she met at Y...
Jun 21, 2024•56 min
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum President Bob Kendrick and Buster discuss the passing of baseball legend Willie Mays, how Bob found out about Mays’ death, the Rickwood game turning into a celebration of his life, Mays excitedly talking about being struck out by Satchel Paige, and if MLB should make Mays the logo. Then, Hembo on the Blue Jays going up in smoke, missing out on watching Mookie Betts do something historic, the Mariners burying the Rangers and Astros, and why Steven Kwan is a different...
Jun 19, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Eduardo Pérez and Buster discuss the Red Sox’s athleticism on display against the Yankees, New York’s bullpen needing help, Boston hoping to emerge from limbo, Gerrit Cole likely returning this week and Mookie Betts breaking his wrist. Then, David Schoenfield talks about the Mariners opening up a big lead in the AL West, Yoshinobu Yamamoto on IL, the Orioles needing another starting pitcher and if the Mets are back. Later, Sarah Langs on the most stolen bases in Red Sox history, the Diamondbacks...
Jun 17, 2024•50 min
Buster Olney interviews J.J. Piccolo, Executive VP and GM of the Kansas City Royals, discuss what Piccolo sees from his team this year. Then, Buster turns the mic to Jeff Berry, a longtime player agent. Berry talks about what it was like going into free agency with the number one catcher in baseball, J.T. Realmuto. Next, Sarah Langs jumps on the pod to play the Numbers Game before producer Taylor and Hembo preview the Phillies-Orioles series this weekend. Todd Radom rounds out the show with a st...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Tim’s trip to the London Series and Bryce Harper’s soccer slide. Plus, they play a game of Stable Condition, Life Support or Gone with the Rangers, Astros, Mariners, Blue Jays, Rays and Braves. Then, Hembo and Taylor chat from the New York office about Aaron Judge’s historic performance, Fernando Tatis Jr. emerging as an MVP candidate, and which teams have a shot in the NL wild card race. Plus, Sarah Langs has more on Judge, Gunnar Henderson and Mookie Betts. Lear...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 13 min
The podcast hits the road with a stop in Yankee Stadium for Sunday Night Baseball. First, Buster, Karl Ravech, David Cone and Eduardo Pérez park the Clown Car in the broadcast booth at Yankee Stadium to recap the series between New York and Los Angeles. Then, Jorge Castillo provides an injury update on Gerrit Cole. Later, David Vassegh on the Dodgers. Plus, Ravy’s interview with Aaron Boone. And a special edition of Bleacher Tweets from the bleachers. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406...
Jun 10, 2024•58 min
Jake Peavy and Buster discuss an epic pitching matchup on Sunday Night Baseball between Luis Gil and the Yankees against Tyler Glasnow and the Dodgers. Then, the final episode in "The Hader Rules" saga. Next, Todd Radom shares week's Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. Later, Sarah Langs plays an excruciating edition of The Numbers Game. And finally, Jeff Passan and Buster go rapid-fire on potential trades. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHE...
Jun 07, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Hembo and Buster discuss if the Dodgers need another bat to win a title, how Guardians’ lineups have gone from liability to asset, disastrous starts from Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery, and Tucupita Marcona getting a lifetime MLB ban for betting on baseball. Then, Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins stops by to talk about his return to Philadelphia, chatting with J.T. Realmuto behind the plate, William Contreras, when Milwaukee’s offense started to blossom, and how he would feel facing the Phi...
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min
CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH THE SHOW ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss famous “welcome to the league” moments in baseball, the Padres losing Yu Darvish and Joe Musgrove, the Yankees feeling dominant, and Shohei Ohtani appearing momentarily mortal. Then, Sarah Langs and Buster chat from Citizens Bank Park about addressing the Phillies clubhouse on Lou Gehrig Day, her mom meeting Brandon Crawford and Moo...
Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Karl Ravech and Buster discuss the Mets spiraling, Angel Hernandez retiring and Sunday Night Baseball between Cardinals-Phillies. Then, Hembo talks about MLB incorporating the Negro Leagues’ statistics and the loss of Ronald Acuña Jr. for the season. Next, Eric Hosmer on finally filing retirement papers and the Royals’ 100-win pace. Later, episode three of The Hader Rules. Plus, who did Sarah meet at Mets-Dodgers? And, Todd Radom has the Ballpark & Beyond, and the weekly quiz. CALL THE BLEAC...
May 31, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Paul Skenes and Buster discuss how Skenes transitioned out of hitting at LSU, handling media attention, his freshman year at the Air Force Academy and the first time he hit triple digits on the radar gun. Next, episode two of The Hader Rules. Then, Cubs manger Craig Counsell offers his perspective on Josh Hader’s usage rules and his contract with the Astros. Then, David Cone talks about tarp sliding, the Cubs and Cardinals searching for identity, Aaron Judge’s slug, and Skenes’ polish. Later, Sa...
May 27, 2024•59 min
Josh Hader’s former agent Jeff Berry joins Buster for the first part of their conversation about a contentious arbitration hearing with the Brewers that inspired Hader’s usage rules. Next, Eduardo Pérez discusses the Cardinals standing at the crossroads, MLB looking into catcher interference, having an eye on the Astros and relievers needing protection. Then, Sarah Langs on the Dodgers pranking Shohei Ohtani, Christian Walker feeling at home in Dodger Stadium and Juan Soto’s multi-homer games. L...
May 24, 2024•1 hr
Hembo and Buster discuss Buster’s article on Josh Hader establishing usage rules after an ugly arbitration loss with the Brewers, why valuing saves as the currency for relievers is obsolete, Gunnar Henderson’s Cal Ripken-like start, and why Edwin Diaz has lost it. Then, Xavier Scruggs talks about how teams are using the Apple Dugout App, his thoughts on the Hader piece, Kyle Tucker entering the AL MVP conversation, big guys starting slow and team meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
May 22, 2024•54 min
Jeff Passan and Buster discuss Yu Darvish the craftsman, the Phillies beating the crap out of bad teams, if they’re worried about the Braves’ offense yet, the Guardians sweeping the Twins, and William Contreras’ emergence. Then, Jorge Castillo talks about his cousin, Luis Vázquez, getting called up to the Cubs, Edwin Diaz’s toasted confidence, Aaron Judge lighting the world on fire, if the Yankees are as good as the top NL teams, and the perfect marriage between Juan Soto and the Yankees. Later,...
May 20, 2024•1 hr 4 min
