Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss the chippiness between the Padres and Dodgers, San Diego’s fearlessness, and what it’s like watching the Royals against the Yankees. Then, Eduardo Pérez talks about Mets-Phillies, the teams’ bullpens, Philadelphia chasing, injuries to Xander Bogaerts and Freddie Freeman, the Yankee bullpen answering questions, and a must-win for the Tigers. Later, Sarah Langs on Tarik Skubal, Fernando Tatis Jr., Bryson Stott and Mark Vientos’ total bases. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-846...
Oct 07, 2024•56 min
Hembo and Buster discuss the Mets’ exciting comeback against the Brewers in Game 3, Pete Alonso etching his name into Mets history, Terry Francona taking the Reds job, and questions and picks for each divisional series. Then, Dr. Chris Ahmad chats with Buster about his new Triple Tommy John procedure that could be a game changer for UCL injuries. Later, ESPN bigwig and Mets fanatic Pete McConville stops by to recount his night watching New York advance. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW...
Oct 04, 2024•54 min
Xavier Scruggs and Buster discuss the difference Mike Schildt has made in San Diego, the Padres’ superstars stepping up, and what’s next for Alex Bregman. Then, David Schoenfield talks about the commonality between the Royals and Padres, Xander Bogaerts pouring champagne on Buster’s head, and the the Tigers’ no-name bullpen getting it done again. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:18 Xavier Scruggs 22:08 David Schoenfield 33:49 ...
Oct 03, 2024•40 min
Karl Ravech and Buster Olney discuss the passing of Pete Rose and his legacy, how everything feels different with the Padres, a big spot for Max Fried, and their interesting day calling the Mets-Braves doubleheader. Then, Jesse Rogers talks about the Giants hiring Buster Posey, the Cardinals hiring Chaim Bloom, why both St. Louis and San Francisco need direction, and the Brewers' fifth inning implosion. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers game with notes on Michael King and the Mets. CALL THE S...
Oct 02, 2024•48 min
Jeff Passan, Tim Kurkjian and Buster are in Bristol following the end of the MLB regular season. The guys discuss their excitement for the Mets-Braves doubleheader, no-confidence World Series picks, if they're taking the Padres no matter what in the first round, the great pitching matchups in the AL Wild Card, and which teams are kicking themselves after missing the playoffs. Today's episode if presented by Grainger! With supplies and solutions for every industry, Grainger has the right product ...
Sep 30, 2024•37 min
Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal and Buster discuss the environment in Detroit, when the vibe changed for the team this season, A.J. Hinch’s preparation, and being the favorite for the AL Cy Young. Then, David Schoenfield talks about the A’s final game at the Oakland Coliseum, the weather situation enveloping Mets-Braves, and the Pirates getting petty with Rowdy Tellez. Plus, Todd Radom shares this week’s Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL ...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Hembo and Buster discuss the eminently underrated Jose Ramirez, the numbers behind Minnesota’s free fall, David Stearns being worth every penny he earns and Vlad Jr. keeping up his end of the bargain. Then, Jake Peavy stops by to talk about his MLB player of the year, players with a flair for the dramatic, the White Sox, his favorite pitcher going into the postseason, the Yankees bullpen and the Padres. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHE...
Sep 25, 2024•59 min
Eduardo Pérez, David Cone and Buster pile into the Clown Car to discuss the Mets shutting down a Phillies celebration, Edwin Diaz making a difference, “Pete Alonso” chants, the Padres, the Brewers flying under the radar, and if Shohei Ohtani had the greatest single day for any major leaguer. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 11:55 Clown Car w/ Eduardo & Coney 30:03 Sarah Langs 38:22 B...
Sep 23, 2024•49 min
Shohei Ohtani has a historic night and blows a hole in the usual Friday podcast. Buster checks in to share his thoughts on Ohtani’s 50/50 season. Then, Karl Ravech discusses the Brewers winning the NL Central, crossroad moments for the Mets and Tigers, and the Orioles losing their mojo. Next, YES play-by-play voice Michael Kay stops by to talk about the pressure on the Yankees heading into the postseason, the health of the team, and Juan Soto’s future. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game w...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss one of the dumbest games Tim has ever seen, the state of the Padres and Astros, Victor Robles’ error on the base path and not doubting Shohei Ohtani. Then, Hembo returns from paternity leave to talk about why he’s not worried about the Phillies’ playoff seed, the wildly disappointing Giants, offseason targets for the Tigers and what exactly happened to the Orioles. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss the strange controversy around Gerrit Cole and the Red Sox, Luke Weaver emerging as a star and what’s considered a successful season for Aaron Boone. Then, Nathalie Alonso stopped by to talk about her new book Call Me Roberto! Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH OUT ON X: #BleacherTweets 10:11 Mookie Betts mic’d up 12:59 Jorge Castillo 30:32 Nathalie Alonso 43:09 Sarah Langs 49:39 ...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr
A.J. Hinch and Buster discuss whether the word “playoffs” is said in the Detroit clubhouse, a Parker Meadows grand slam changing momentum for the team and how Tarik Skubal handles success. Next, Karl Ravech talks about the Braves starting to take on water, Aaron Judge’s struggles and Shohei Ohtani's size. Plus, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEET...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 6 min
John Smoltz and Buster discuss Smoltz hanging out with fellow Hall Of Famers, the Braves fighting for a playoff spot and the sport suffering from the loss of starting pitching. Then, Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen talks about the NL MVP race, the perceived weakness of the Mets, the most complete teams in baseball and Pete Alonso. Later, Alden Gonzalez on Francisco Lindor putting the team on his back and if the NL West has the three best teams in the league. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHO...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Buster shares his thoughts on Justin Verlander after chatting with him throughout the weekend. Then, Jeff Berry on the Giants extending Matt Chapman and how it’s part of a larger shift in the sport. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with Verlander, Marco Vientos and Parker Meadows. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:36 Buster on Verlander 11:46 Jeff Berry 30:50 Sarah Langs 37:48 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad c...
Sep 09, 2024•47 min
Royals GM J.J. Piccolo and Buster discuss mobilizing the front office after Vinnie Pasquantino broke his hand, Michael Wacha, and the future of starting pitching. Then, David Schoenfield on the Giants paying Matt Chapman, how the Chapman signing impacts Alex Bregman’s market, Francisco Lindor doing something every night and Clay Holmes getting booted from the closer role. Plus, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. Later, Sarah Langs and Lawrence Butler play The N...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Buster reviews the state of the division races in the final month of the regular season. Next, Sarah Langs talks about more of Shohei Ohtani’s magnificence and plays The Numbers Game with Dave Roberts and Teoscar Hernandez. Then, Tim Kurkjian on contenders for NL Rookie of the Year, the Mets hanging in the wild card picture, and the Dodgers’ rotation issues. Later, NESN’s Lou Merloni stops by to share his thoughts on Red Sox. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] R...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr
Rich Hill and Buster discuss Rich returning for his 20th MLB season with the Red Sox, why he chose Boston and coaching his son’s little league team. Then, Jeff Berry compares Michael Wacha and Tyler Glasnow, and asks if front offices should follow the Royals’ model. Later, Sarah Langs talks about Shohei Ohtani and his dog decoy. Plus, Gerrit Cole and Pete Alonso assist with The Numbers Game. Finally, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-846...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Tim Kurjian and Taylor Schwink discuss how many teams Tim thinks could win the World Series, the Astros’ recent cool-off and what he’s excited to watch in September. Then, Jesse Rogers on MLB’s idea to implement a 6-inning minimum on starting pitchers, the White Sox destined for infamy, and who the Cubs should target in an offseason trade. Next, Kiley McDaniel ranks the best players at every age from 16 to 25 and shares his thoughts on the Rookie Of The Year races. Finally, David Schoenfield sto...
Aug 28, 2024•53 min
Jeff Passan talks to Alden Gonzalez and Jorge Castillo about the shape of the NL MVP race, why it reminds Alden of the 2012 race, Jorge being against a DH winning an MVP, and the NL West. Then, Jeff listens to his friends Mina Kimes, Jake Storiale and Michael Cole share their unfiltered thoughts on their favorite teams. Later, Sarah Langs discuss Jackson Merrill coming up clutch again. Plus, Steven Kwan and Adrian Del Castillo read more of Sarah’s notes. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHO...
Aug 26, 2024•58 min
David Schoenfield and Buster discuss Joey Votto retiring, Votto being ahead of his peers in his approach at the plate, the Mariners’ nosedive, and the Astros’ star power. Then, Sarah Langs on the Staten Island Little League coach attacking Aaron Judge. Plus, Ben Joyce and Brandon Hyde assist with The Numbers Game. Later, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] TWEET THE SHOW: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:32 D...
Aug 23, 2024•51 min
Hembo and Buster discuss Front Office WAR, Gavin Lux rewarding Dodgers’ patience and a fatal flaw in the Yankee bullpen. Then, MASN’s Melanie Newman on the Orioles and Jackson Holliday. Boog Sciambi stops by to preview Sunday Night Baseball and share why he’s down on the trade deadline. Plus, MLB.com’s Mark Bowman on the latest major injury hit for the Braves. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] TWEET THE SHOW: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:37 Hembo 25:39 Melanie Newman 36:0...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 4 min
David Cone, Eduardo Pérez and Buster are in the Clown Car talking about the Tigers snatching an extra innings win against the Yankees at the Little League Classic and which AL team will finish with the most wins. Then, Jeff Passan discusses the Astros’ surge, the Rangers’ precipitous collapse, which teams may dump players and MLB’s latest idea to restore the preeminence of starting pitching. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with Francisco Lindor and Weston Wilson. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404...
Aug 19, 2024•57 min
On today’s episode of Baseball Tonight, Buster shares some of the latest news around the league. Karl Ravech joins the pod from Williamsport at the Little League World Series Series to speak on which Little League players stick out to him and the impact Aaron Judge has on the next generation of baseball players. Sarah Langs plays the numbers game with special messages from Juan Soto and Jake McCarthy. Todd Radom drops some Philadelphia baseball history gems and does this week’s quiz. We hear fro...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 6 min
On this episode of Baseball Tonight, Hembo shares what the Phillies need to do down the stretch and how the Diamondbacks are leading the league in multiple categories. Buster and MLB Analyst Doug Glanville discuss the outstanding play from San Diego Padres outfielder, Jackson Merrill. They also talk about Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., and how impactful his play has been. Then Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington joins the pod to talk about Mookie Bets and how Mike Trout is st...
Aug 14, 2024•1 hr 5 min
In this latest episode of Baseball Tonight, Buster shares the latest news around the league and we get a chance to hear some of the best sounds from Sunday’s games, including Victor Robles’s reaction to Jorge Polanco’s home run. Eduardo Peréz, Karl Ravech, David Cone and Buster hop in the clown car after the Mariners sweep the Mets. Eduardo Peréz and Francisco Lindor talk about the meanings behind his gloves. Later, Sarah Langs plays the numbers game with Pat Murphy and Mitch Haniger and finally...
Aug 12, 2024•38 min
Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Chicago White Sox and the American League MVP race. Sarah Langs talks about the MVP race and reacts to Nice Tweets. Then, Todd Radom goes into the MLB jersey situation and reveals this weeks Ballpark and Beyond. Later Trevor May and Buster Discuss the Intricacies of Major League pitching. CALL THE SHOW: 404-406-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] TWEET THE SHOW: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:04 Tim Kurkjian 21:04 Sarah Langs 29:40 Todd Radom 40:00 Trevor May Lea...
Aug 09, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Hembo and Buster discuss Jackson Chourio being everything we were promised, whether or not to pitch to Aaron Judge and hilarious White-Sox-are-terrible stats. Then, Brad Ausmus remembers his friend Billy Bean. Next, Jessica Mendoza on Freddie Freeman’s return to the Dodgers and how her sister could make Little League World Series history. Later, Bob Kendrick talks about the repaired Jackie Robinson statue in Wichita and a big donation to Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460...
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Jesse Rogers and Buster chat from Wrigley Field about Jesse telling Tommy Pham he was traded, how two good weeks can change the perspective on your season, the Cubs’ playoff chances, and if the Phillies or Dodgers can be caught. Then, Pitching Ninja Rob Friedman talks about how he would handle Garrett Crochet, Ben Joyce’s 104.7 mph pitch, and the best pitcher in the league. Later, Sarah Langs gets an assist from Bobby Witt Jr. and Josh Bell on The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL ...
Aug 05, 2024•56 min
Sarah Langs and Buster get special assist for The Numbers Game. Jeff Berry and Buster talk about why Garrett Crochet, Chris Getz and White Sox are actually trade deadline winners. Then, Kiley McDaniel on if Crochet should be shut down now and which high-end prospects moved at the deadline. Plus, Todd Radom has this week’s Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] TWEET THE SHOW: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:16 Sarah Langs 11:22 Jeff...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Buster, Tim Kurkjian and David Schoenfield convene in Bristol to recap the trade deadline, giving out 1-10 ratings for a bevy of teams. Then, Hembo on the Orioles distancing themselves in the AL, the Rays taking advantage of the market, Padres having the inside track for NL’s top Wild Card spot, and Peter Bendix acing his first test as Marlins GM. Plus, David sticks around for Bleacher Tweets! CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected] TWEET THE SHOW: #BLEACHERTWEETS 0:...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 4 min
