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Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

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ESPN MLB Insider Buster Olney leads the baseball discussion alongside other top analysts.
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Episodes

Florida Rookie: The Mountain is Back; Max Fried Debuts; Buster Talks to Orioles Fanatic; Ronald Acuña Jr. Returning; Padres & Angels Previews

Eduardo Pérez and Buster are together in Florida at Spring Training! They chat about Felix Bautista’s return to the mound, Adley Rutschman’s first career struggles, a throwback in Tomoyuki Sugano, Buster’s chat with the Orioles fan in the stands, the Cardinals needing production from their young outfielder, the best way for the Cardinals to handle the Nolan Arenado situation, and why Eduardo hopes Pete Rose is admitted into the Hall of Fame. Then, Alden Gonzalez is also in Florida, talking about...

Mar 05, 20251 hr 1 min

Hanging with Julio: Latest Spring Training Intel on Red Sox, Mets, Orioles; Reds & Rays Previews

Tim Kurkjian and Buster catch up in-person at Spring Training in Florida. They discuss Paul Skenes' new pitch, moving parts in Red Sox camp, Alex Bregman integrating into the team, Juan Soto’s influence in the Mets clubhouse, Felix Bautista’s return to the Orioles, and what Nolan Arenado told Tim about his situation with the Cardinals. Then, Jeff Brantley previews the Reds and Marc Topkin previews the Rays. Later, Sarah Langs runs into her Seattle-based best friend, and plays The Numbers Game. C...

Mar 03, 202548 min

Restoring Order: Who's Buster's No. 1 Starting Pitcher?; Uniform Changes; Astros & A's Previews

David Schoenfield and Buster discuss Buster’s top-10 starting pitchers in MLB, why Buster’s son told him he was wrong, Buster’s thoughts as he assembles his relievers list, and if Dave agrees with Buster’s No. 1 at the other positions. Then, Todd Radom returns to shares tales of his travels, the changes to expect in this season’s uniforms and his thoughts on the Boston Red Sox. Plus, Steve Sparks previews the Houston Astros and Jenny Cavnar previews the Athletics. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMA...

Feb 27, 202552 min

Meaningless?: Small Sample Spring Training Overreaction; Do the Mets Have Enough Pitching?; Tigers & Brewers Previews

Hembo and Buster discuss small Spring Training samples from Sandy Alcantara, Elly De La Cruz and Garrett Crochet. And, Hembo shares his thoughts on Buster’s latest positional ranking. Then, Matt Vasgersian stops by to talk about the Mets’ secret weapon, the Yankees changing its facial hair policy, why the Blue Jays should pay Vladimir Guerrero Jr. now, and who’s jumped out at Spring Training. Plus, Dan Dickerson previews the Tigers and Sophia Minneart previews the Brewers. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404...

Feb 25, 20251 hr

Preview Season: Terry Francona’s Approach to ABS; Nolan Arenado Should Focus on Baseball; Dodgers & Cubs Previews

Jesse Rogers and Buster discuss Mookie Betts quitting pickleball to play more golf, Terry Francona’s concern testing out the ABS System, where things stand between the Cardinals and Nolan Arenado, the outlook for the White Sox, and why the Cubs need to make the playoffs. Then, The Baseball Tonight Podcast’s team previews begins with Taylor McGregor on the Cubs and David Vassegh on the Dodgers. Later, Sarah Langs hangs with Bruce Bochy at Spring Training and plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW:...

Feb 24, 202547 min

Entertainers: Vinnie Pasquantino on Connecting with Fans, ABS System, Bobby Witt Jr. "Holy Crap" Moments; Rapid-Fire Offseason Review

Hembo and Buster review the offseason and discuss which team had the most surprising offseason, which signing they can’t wrap their heads around, which team will squander its rotation and which team threaded the needle perfectly. Then, Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino stops by to talk about the importance of reaching out to fans, staying positive on social media, and his wide-ranging thoughts on the ABS System. Plus, Vinnie has a Buster-induced epiphany. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404...

Feb 20, 202549 min

"No": Blue Jays & Vlad Jr. Negotiations Go Bust; Rafael Devers Butts Heads with Alex Cora; Top 5 Prospects for 2025

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss the breakdown in negotiations between the Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., what the Blue Jays should do next and how this is similar to the Angels’ handling of Shohei Ohtani. Plus, Rafael Devers doesn’t want to leave third base with Alex Bregman in the picture and Giancarlo Stanton has double tennis elbow. Then, Kiley McDaniel stops by to talk more about the stark outlook for Toronto, the Red Sox prospects set to emerge, and Kiley’s top five prospects going int...

Feb 18, 202556 min

Cy Young: Tarik Skubal on Meeting Trevor Booker; Top Teams to Watch as Spring Training Begins; Cubs Whiff on Big Opportunity

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Tim’s admittance into the Strat-O-Matic Hall of Fame, their top pitchers in baseball, which teams Tim’s most excited to see in Spring Training and what the heck are the Cubs doing? Then, AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal stops by to talk about his offseason, how he’s preparing for 2025, meeting his favorite NBA player, and going on the Michigan sports circuit. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail...

Feb 17, 202552 min

Methodology: Alex Bregman Signs with Red Sox; Awkwardness in Yankees Camp; Anthony Rendon Worst Contract Ever?

Jorge Castillo is at Yankees Spring Training, chatting with Buster about coming into camp after opting out and then back into his deal, their reactions to Alex Bregman signing with the Red Sox, an awkward situation with Marcus Stroman, the biggest question for the Mets, and if another team in the NL West can challenge the Dodgers. Then, Alden Gonzalez is at Dodgers Spring Training, talking to Buster about how the Dodgers are going about their business to start the spring, Nick Pivetta signing an...

Feb 13, 202543 min

World Series Managers: Starting the Season with Dodgers Manger Dave Roberts and Yankees Manager Aaron Boone

Los Angeles Dodgers manager and World Series Champion Dave Roberts joins Buster to discuss the talk of legacy in his clubhouse, what different about him after managing the Dodgers for a decade, Shohei Ohtani’s physical status, looking forward to watching Roki Sasaki, and the biggest compliment the organization can get. Then, Yankees manager Aaron Boone hops on to talk about the Philadelphia Eagles winning a Super Bowl, what’s different about this year’s team compared to last (aside from that Jua...

Feb 11, 20251 hr 5 min

Imperfect Choices: Best and Worst Fits for Alex Bregman; 5 Most Regrettable Trades Since 2000

Hembo and Buster discuss interesting win totals for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Cincinnati Reds, Hembo’s five most regrettable trades since 2000, the Tampa Bay Rays appearing decent on paper heading into Spring Training, what the Blue Jays should offer Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and which team Alex Bregman should avoid. Then, Jesse Rogers talks about all of Bregman’s options, the Houston Astros moving swiftly to replace Bregman, why the Detroit Tigers would be a good fit, the Dansby Swanson piece...

Feb 04, 202555 min

Smile: Bobby Bonilla on Bobby Bonilla Day; A's Brent Rooker; Yankees' Post-Juan Soto Moves; Steve Cohen Sushes Amazin' Day Crowd

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss the Yankees' offseason moves after missing on Juan Soto, Hal Steinbrenner's comments about the Dodgers, Steve Cohen's transparency at Amazin' Day, the Padres listening to offers on Michael King and Dylan Cease, and their thoughts on Alex Bregman. Then, Sacramento A's outfielder Brent Rooker stops by to talk about his new contract, his favorite Rickey Henderson story, establishing his career, his best at-bats, and who has the nastiest pitch in the league. Later, ...

Jan 30, 20251 hr 10 min

Transparency: Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia Elected to HOF; Toronto Signs Anthony Santander; Best Value Free Agents Left

Tim Kurkjian, David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame class that includes Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner. Plus, who are the non-inductees that won and lost, and the Blue Jays press ahead to sign Anthony Santander. Then, Hembo talks about whether we should be outraged by Hall of Fame voters not sharing and defending their ballots, the Dodgers’ opportunity this season, and which among the remaining free agents is the best value on the board. CALL THE SHOW: ...

Jan 22, 202557 min

Micro/Macro: Dodgers Sign Roki Sasaki & Tanner Scott; Is Los Angeles DONE?; What’s Next for the Padres?

Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers signing Roki Sasaki, what the Dodgers are getting in Sasaki, a big blow for the Padres, who’s mad about the Sasaki signing with the Dodgers, and whose anger over the signing is valid? CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 4:54 Alden Gonzalez 22:31 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 20, 202527 min

Mr. Baseball: Remembering Bob Uecker; Mets Impatient with Pete Alonso; The Air-Tight HOF Case for Andruw Jones

Tim Kurkjian, Dave Schoenfield and Buster discuss the passing of Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker, the Mets growing impatient with Pete Alonso, feedback from Roki Saski’s meetings, and which team is confusing them the most. Then, Hembo on his air-tight Hall of Fame case for Andruw Jones, why the Orioles should chase Pablo López and a surprise team he sees emerging. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:33 Tim Kurkjian & David Sch...

Jan 16, 202555 min

Squirrelly: Red Sox's Walk Buehler on Choosing Boston & Closing the World Series; Jake Peavy's Top 3 Rotations; Hembo on the Most Obvious Rebuild Candidate

Hembo and Buster discuss the Red trading for Gavin Lux, which team needs to sign Alex Bregman the most, which team is an obvious rebuild candidate, if the Mariners could sign Pete Alonso, and Chase Utley’s Hall of Fame case. Then, new Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Walker Buehler stops by to talk about his first time in free agency, landing in Boston, his rough 2024 season, when it came together in the playoffs for him, and what he was thinking before closing out the World Series. Later, Jake P...

Jan 07, 20251 hr 1 min

Another Shocker: Deep Dive on the Roki Sasaki Sweepstakes; Diamondbacks Manager Torey Lovullo on His New Ace Corbin Burnes

Jesse Rogers fills in for a vacationing Buster Olney. He is first joined by Jeff Passan to discuss the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes and what will be the deciding factor for Sasaki with all the money being equal. Then, Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo stops by to talk about Arizona signing Corbin Burnes, when he became aware of Burnes’ interest, his Opening Day decision, if the team will trade a starting pitcher, and bringing in Josh Naylor. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets...

Dec 31, 202439 min

You're Wrong: The 10 Best MLB Teams of All-Time

Buster, Tim Kurkjian and David Schoenfield assemble and reveal their 10 best MLB teams of all-time. Unsurprisingly, there was some disagreement! Later, Sarah Langs shares her 3 best MLB teams of all-time. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BleacherTweets 0:00 10 best MLB teams of all-time 35:06 Sarah Langs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 23, 202446 min

Willingness To Be Injured: Reaction to MLB’s Pitching Study; Kyle Tucker to the Cubs; Cody Bellinger to the Yankees

Jesse Rogers and Alden Gonzalez join Buster to discuss MLB’s study on pitching injuries, how chasing pitches in the offseason is a big problem, players and teams benefitting from the current system, and who can drive change on this issue. Then, Jesse evaluates the Cubs trading Cody Bellinger to the Yankees and trading for Kyle Tucker from the Astros. Next, Alden talks about Brian Cashman’s successful post-Juan Soto pivot, the Braves needing a starter, if the Mariners will trade Luis Castillo for...

Dec 18, 202447 min

Building Culture: Juan Soto is Officially a Met; Red Sox Trade for Garrett Crochet; Will the Astros Trade Kyle Tucker?

Jesse Rogers, David Schoenfield and Buster discuss what (other than money) motivated Juan Soto to sign with the Mets, Soto's opportunity to be the greatest Met ever, whether there was friction between Soto and other Yankee players, the Red Sox trading for Garrett Crochet, Alex Bregman's success at Fenway Park, the Orioles remaining oddly quiet, and where Cody Bellinger, Kyle Tucker and Bregman will begin the 2025 season. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COM REACH ...

Dec 13, 202441 min

Jacob deGrom-y Body: Yankees Sign Max Fried; Pushing Back on Juan Soto Narratives; What's Next in New York?

Hembo and Buster discuss why Hembo thinks Juan Soto is not overpaid, why he doesn’t love the Yankees signing Max Fried, the Blue Jays trading for Andres Gimenez, the Cubs bizarrely fielding offers for Saya Suzuki and Cody Bellinger, and likely destinations for Nolan Arenado. Then, Jorge Castillo talks about the Yankees’ starting rotation, who could be traded from that rotation, a need at first base, the Mets looking for a starting pitcher, and why the Red Sox may have to go all-in on Corbin Burn...

Dec 11, 202439 min

I Want The Hate: What’s Next for the Astros, Red Sox and Blue Jays? A Mets Fan Reacts to Soto Signing

Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss whether the Astros will sign Alex Bregman or Kyle Tucker long term, the Yankees and Red Sox are competing for the same guys over the next few weeks, and the Blue Jays’ championship window fizzling. Then, ESPN exec and "Til Death Do Us Part" Mets fan Pete McConville stops by share his reaction to the Juan Soto signing and why he's ready to be a part of the new Evil Empire. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COM REACH OUT ON X: #BLEAC...

Dec 10, 202437 min

Exceptional Overpay: Juan Soto Signs with the Mets for $765M; Jeff Passan & Eduardo Pérez React

Jeff Passan and Buster react to Juan Soto signing a 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets. The guys discuss the power of Steve Cohen’s bank account, Cohen becoming what the other owners feared, the Yankees missing out on Soto, Shohei Ohtani’s contract looking like a bargain, if Alex Bregman could make it as a Yankee, the litmus test for Boston and feeling bad for Toronto. Then, Eduardo Pérez stops by to talk about Cohen securing his Picasso in right field, how Soto and Lindor will me...

Dec 09, 202452 min

Golden Ticket: Hembo, Eric Hosmer & Jorge Castillo Take Swings at Juan Soto's Final Number; Sarah Langs on Brandon Crawford Retiring

Hembo and Buster discuss the Golden Swing and why Hembo thinks it’s the worst idea since Adam ate the apple. Plus, Hembo on Willy Adames or Alex Bregman, if Corbin Burnes being overvalued; the best bargain on the starting pitching market and his BBWAA HOF ballot. Then, Eric Hosmer talks about how much Juan Soto will score in free agency and which Royals player he called first when he left Kansas City. Next, Jorge Castillo on the Dodgers signing Blake Snell and extending Tommy Edmond, and the Ang...

Dec 04, 20241 hr 1 min

Other Buster: Giants GM Buster Posey Stops By; Astros GM Dana Brown on Pursuit of Alex Bregman & Justin Verlander; Jeff Passan with Free Agency Latest; Future of the Rays

Giants GM Buster Posey joins the show for the first ever podcast meeting of two Busters. Then, Buster shares his thoughts on Joe Kelly and Chris Taylor trashing the Yankees after winning the World Series. Next, Jeff Passan shares the latest on the Yankees, Mets and Red Sox pitching Juan Soto, and why the Orioles are moving Camden Yards’ left field wall again. Plus, Astros GM Dana Brown on where the Astros are in talks with Alex Bregman, Justin Verlander and Kyle Tucker. Later, The Tampa Bay Time...

Nov 22, 20241 hr 3 min
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