Hembo and Buster discuss Pete Rose and “Shoeless” Joe Jackson’s removal from the permanently ineligible list, the end (for now) of the Rafael Devers-to-first base drama, the Javier Baez renaissance and the Phillies gathering momentum. Then, Todd Radom shares his thoughts on Rose’s potential Hall of Fame induction. Plus, this week’s Ballpark & Beyond and the quiz. Later, Tim Kurkjian on whether he’s a believer in the Twins, how the Yankees handle third base after Oswaldo Cabrera’s injury, and...
May 14, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Buster, David Cone, Karl Ravech and Eduardo Perez discuss a big week for the Phillies, the Guardians lacking depth, the Rockies and Pirates firing their managers, and Rafael Devers’ refusing to play first base for the Red Sox. Plus, special guest Sydney Olney grades Eduardo Perez’s Japanese. Then, from Sunday Night Baseball, Steve Vogt was surprised by his wife during an in-game chat with Karl Ravech. Next, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with an assist from Michael Lorenzen. Later, ESPN Radi...
May 12, 2025•37 min
Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss how the kick change has elevated the Mets’ pitching, a great early season series between the Yankees and Padres, and why Rafael Devers is the best solution for the Red Sox at fist base. Then, Michael Kay stops by to talk about how Aaron Boone’s plan for Devin Williams, how is Ben Rice going to get at-bats with Stanton back and Carlos Rodon turning the corner. Next, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. Plus, Sarah Langs on how th...
May 09, 2025•53 min
Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss whether Aaron Judge will continue to improve this season, if Tim has given up on the Orioles, what’s the temperature of the trade market, the Red Sox's options at first base, and the Zach Wheeler as the best kept secret in baseball. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about his top-three MVP candidates in each league, the Rangers making him look stupid, Nationals nailing the Juan Soto trade, and a look back at Paul Skenes’ first year in MLB. Later, with Chandler Simpson ...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 5 min
The Clown Car with Buster, David Cone, Karl Ravech and Eduardo Perez leaves Truist Park on foot while talking about an ego building win for the Braves, the Dodgers needing Dustin May to round into form, the Red Sox losing Triston Casas for the season the and ensuring infield debate, the Rangers slow start, the Cubs down another starting pitcher, and the Mariners sitting atop the AL West. Then, Buster talks to Teoscar Hernandez about watching Manny Ramirez growing up, the advice he gave his frien...
May 05, 2025•37 min
Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss their favorite birthday gifts they’ve received, the Mariners’ exciting offensive start, if four NL West teams are better than any team in the American League, and the Braves grinding toward .500 after a brutal start. Plus, Sarah Langs has an essay on birthdays and the best baseball birthdays. Then, influential stadium architect Janet Marie Smith gives Buster the scoop on what’s going on with centerfield in Dodger Stadium, creating a three-floor clubhouse, the Ja...
May 02, 2025•59 min
Hembo and Buster discuss the Phillies, which team should take a shot on Sandy Alcantara, Max Fried’s superpower, why Baltimore’s biggest problem is NOT its pitching, what is preventing Julio Rodríguez from reaching his potential and how the National League became so superior. Then, Tim Kurjian stops by to talk about his being fired from his lawn care duties, 30 years of Coors Field, if the Rockies can ever win without a dome and their levels of concern for Dodger pitching with Tyler Glasnow goin...
Apr 30, 2025•56 min
The Clown Car whips around Chicago with Buster, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and David Cone. The guys discuss whether the Phillies are officially back, positives from Philadelphia’s bullpen, Pete Crow-Armstrong feeling like Chicago, Kyle Tucker dropping clues about free agency, the Yankees relieving Devin Williams of his closer duties, and a fan verbally abusing Jarren Duran in Cleveland. Then, Dansby Swanson talks to Buster about oiling his glove, Ron Washington instilling glove maintenance, his ...
Apr 28, 2025•38 min
David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the best centerfielders in baseball, something feeling off with the Phillies, the Mets having enough pitching, an encouraging Mariners nugget, and if the A’s could sneak into the playoffs. Then, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer stops by to talk about the evolution of Pete Crow-Armstrong, what separates him as a centerfielder, and the hitting conditions at Wrigley Field. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH ...
Apr 25, 2025•49 min
Hembo and Buster discuss a wild walk off win for the Cubs over the Dodgers, Aaron Judge’s historic start, panic or patience for three closers, why it’s the perfect time to trade Byron Buxton and Corbin Caroll packing a punch. Then, Todd Radom reviews his trip to George M. Steinbrenner Field, shares this week’s Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. Later, Tim Kurkjian talks about the Mets’ hot start, David Rubenstein’s bobblehead blunder, and A’s promoting top prospect Nick Kurtz. CALL...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Buster, David Cone, Eduardo Perez and Karl Ravech ditch the Clown Car and opt walk from Daikin Park back to the hotel. The guys discuss Luis Arráez colliding with Mauricio Dubón, Fernando Tatis Jr. operating at a different level, the painful start to the Orioles’ season, Max Fried’s near no-hitter and Ronald Acuna Jr. attacking the Braves on X. Then, Buster talks to Fernando Tatis Jr. from the clubhouse. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with assists from Francisco Lindor and Logan Webb....
Apr 21, 2025•42 min
Jesse Rogers and Buster discuss Spencer Strider’s sharp return, pickleball taking over MLB clubhouses, the Padres climbing to No. 1 in the power rankings, and why the AL West is where you want to be. Then, Todd Radom shares this week’s Ballpark & Beyond and administers the weekly quiz. Next, Sarah Langs on James Wood. Later, Jessica Mendoza talks about what she’ll do with her Dodger World Series ring and which players are in different positions by season’s end. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EM...
Apr 18, 2025•54 min
Hembo and Buster discuss Fernando Tatis Jr.’s crazy low strikeout rate, a world in which the Cubs decided to challenge the Dodgers, the Red Sox defense still looking ugly and Ben Rice’s hot start. Then, the director of Netflix’s "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox" Greg Whiteley stops by to talk about Justin Turner’s pivotal role in creating the series, his theory about the sanctuary of the clubhouse, Tristan Casas’ dedication and if Alex Cora has watched the show. Then, Tim Kurkjian on Juan...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 6 min
David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster pile into the Clown Car after the Chicago Cubs’ very good weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Cubs’ strong defense up the middle, Justin Steele’s season-ending injury, the Padres’ three-consecutive shutout and what will determine the NL West. Then, Tyler Glasnow talks about the media circus following Dodger-mania. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with help from a future Hall of Famer. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: ...
Apr 14, 2025•33 min
Jeff Passan and Buster discuss whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s extension with the Blue Jays is one of the best player deals ever, if Kyle Tucker will stick with the Cubs and the Call Cags Up Movement. Plus, are the Cubs offense, Giants pitching and Mets pitching for real? Then, Jake Peavy talks about how pitchers attack a torpedo bat, the Reds’ pitching staff and Spencer Schwellenbach coming for your lunch. Later, Sarah Langs on Corbin Carroll’s early resurgence. Finally, Todd Radom shares his t...
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Hembo and Buster discuss the Marlins infield getting weird, Pete Alonso looking much more comfortable, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract impacts Kyle Tucker’s future earnings, if Hunter Greene is becoming an ace, potential superstardom for Kristian Campbell, and buying stock on Jacob Wilson. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the Blue Jays waving the white flag to Vlad Jr. and why they had to do it, problems with the Dodger defense, and the craziest stories he and Buster have ever covered. CALL T...
Apr 09, 2025•56 min
David Cone, Karl Ravech and Buster pile in the Clown Car to discuss the Red Sox’s emphatic sweep of the Cardinals, Rafael Devers coming out of his slump, Alex Bregman fitting in perfectly, the Cardinals reaping what it sowed following a quiet offseason, the Giants standing over the Dodgers and Padres and the Rangers running hot out of the gate. Then, Karl Ravech chats with Boston’s Kristian Campbell from the Fenway Park dugout. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers game with help from a major lea...
Apr 07, 2025•34 min
Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss ESPN Top 100 MLB players list, the players' reaction to the list, why they can't abide by Aaron Judge being at No. 4, why the torpedo bat chatter will blow over soon, Jorge's thoughts on the Dodgers' chase for 117, and the Braves 0-7 start. Then, Todd Radom returns for the 2025 to share his weekly Ballpark & Beyond series and administer the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 4:57 Jorge C...
Apr 04, 2025•42 min
Hembo and Buster discuss the Dodgers’ feasible path to 117 wins, the San Diego Padres extending Jackson Merrill and the Boston Red Sox extending Garrett Crochet, Aaron Judge chasing a number you won’t expect, and whether they’re panicking over Roki Sasaki and Rafael Devers. Then, Eric Hosmer talks about his reaction to the torpedo bats, how worried he is about the Braves’ start, Jurickson Profar’s 80-game suspension, how he would clean up the sport from PEDs. Later, Washington Nationals pitcher ...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Karl Ravech and Buster chat following the Padres’ sweep of the Braves to start the season. They discuss a validating series win for San Diego, the Yankees deploying the torpedo bats, Aaron Judge’s magical start, Rafael Devers struggling as a new DH, if Roki Sasaki will land in the minor leagues soon, and other first weekend impressions. Then, Sarah Langs takes The Numbers Game into a new era. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:1...
Mar 31, 2025•36 min
It’s a Clown Car edition of the podcast! David Cone, Eduardo Perez and Buster are in a car driving to San Diego following Dodgers-Tigers on Opening Day. They discuss the vibes around a 3-0 Dodgers team, the Tigers possible offensive struggles, which players dazzled on Opening Day, the Yankees needing their youth movement to produce, how worried the Red Sox should be about Rafael Devers and Framer Valdez’s seven shutout innings. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com...
Mar 28, 2025•40 min
Jeff Passan and Buster discuss Jeff’s regrets picking the Brewers to win the NL Central, why they like the Braves over the Phillies in the NL East, the AL East being impossible to predict, if the Yankees will make the playoffs and why everyone is sleeping on Jackson Merrill. Then, Joe Buck stops by ahead of his return to the baseball broadcast booth with ESPN. Joe and Buster talk about Joe’s broadcasting career, his dad, Vin Scully and Harry Caray. Plus, Melanie Newman preview the Orioles and St...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Shane McClanahan going down for the Rays, Tanner Bibee getting a new contract with the Guardians, Mark Shapiro expressing unfound confidence about the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. situation and the sudden passing of Brett Gardner's son. Then, Rayn Divish previews the Mariners and Charlie Slowes previews the Nationals. Plus, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 4:43 Tim Kur...
Mar 24, 2025•52 min
Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss Roki Sasaki’s MLB debut, how they would line up the Dodgers rotation, the latest oh Shohei Ohtani’s pitching rehab, and all of their division and wild card winners. Then, Rays shortstop Chandler Simpson on when he first realized he was fast, watching Tony Gwynn on YouTube, talking trash on the basepath and his elite bunting ability. Later, Evan Grant previews the Rangers and Steve St. John previews the Royals. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: Bleacher...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr
Jesse Rogers and Buster talk about the first game of the MLB season and offer their first impressions of the Dodgers and Cubs. Plus, Spencer Strider wows in his Spring Training return, who popped for Jesse as he traveled around camps and the AL East appears wide open. Then, Ron Howard stops by to talk about his new project “Fight for Glory: 2024 World Series” on Apple TV+, Freddie Freeman’s honesty, the fragile line between loss and triumph, where he was when Freeman hit the walk off grand slam ...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Tim Kurkjian, Hembo, David Schoenfield and Buster preview the 2025 MLB season by drafting the winners of the AL MVP, NL MVP, AL Cy Young, NL Cy Young, AL Rookie of the Year, NL Rookie of the Year, AL Pennant, NL Pennant, and the team with the worst record. Then, Dan Shulman previews the Blue Jays, and Susan Slusser preview the Giants. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:10 Preseason Rumb...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 18 min
Eduardo Pérez and Buster discuss the most irreplaceable players in the league, Eduardo raising his eyebrow over the Rafael Devers situation in Red Sox camp, Jim Rice clashing with Red Sox baseball ops, why Eduardo likes the Astros over the Rangers in the AL West, and which player he’s expecting a huge bounce back season. Plus, Tom McCarthy previews the Phillies and Meredith Marakovits previews the Yankees. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #Blea...
Mar 13, 2025•45 min
Hembo and Buster discuss what losing Gerrit Cole means for the Yankees, Cole himself, the AL East and the trade market. Plus, they discuss why the Mets will really miss Francisco Alvarez, even just for a month. Then, the Pitching Ninja Rob Friedman stops by to share his feelings on the Cole injury, Roki Sasaki’s splitter, Paul Skenes’ cutter and who he thinks is the best pitcher on the planet. Also, Lou Merloni previews the Red Sox and Derrick Gold previews the Cardinals. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-...
Mar 11, 2025•59 min
Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss injuries to Gerrit Cole, Grayson Rodriguez and Francisco Alvarez. Plus, Jorge's on Dave Roberts' evolution as a manager as he's on the verge of a new contract with the Dodgers. Then, Doug Glanville stops by to share his thoughts on the ABS System, and which of this weekend's injuries he thinks will be most impactful. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with notes on Hunter Greene, Lawerence Butler and Austin Well. Plus, Peter Moylan previews the Braves and...
Mar 10, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Hembo and Buster discuss the impact of the Yankees’ injuries piling up, a breakout candidate for the Rays, why Hembo’s concerned about the Astros and Adley Rutschman as a prime bounce back candidate. Then, Buster’s final ballpark chat of the week, this time with Karl Ravech. The guys reflect on all the teams they’ve seen during this past week of Spring Training, talking about the Red Sox, Orioles, Phillies, Yankees and Twins. Plus, what’s the most surprising claim Buster heard in Florida this we...
Mar 07, 2025•35 min
