

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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Oct 1, 2025 • 58min
Clown Caboose: Exciting First Day of the Postseason; Yankees-Red Sox Recap from the Subway
David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster record the Clown Car and recap Yankees-Red Sox from the subway. They discuss Aroldis Chapman figuring it out, how Garrett Crochet made things easy for Alex Cora, Aaron Boone’s misstep, the unsung hero for the Red Sox, and impressive wins for the Tigers and Cubs. Plus, the guys chat with Red Sox and Yankee fans on the subway. Then, Jesse Rogers stops by to talk about the playoff atmosphere at Wrigley Field, Kyle Tucker’s performance, all of the managerial changes across baseball, if Hunter Greene was tipping his pitches and no team needing a win more than Detroit.
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16:22 Clown Car
29:10 Jesse Rogers
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Sep 29, 2025 • 42min
Baseball Tonight Live: 2025 MLB Playoff Preview
Dave Schoenfield, a savvy baseball analyst, joins the conversation to dissect the thrilling 2025 MLB postseason. They explore the Mets' dramatic collapse, the surprising power of the Guardians' pitching, and the Blue Jays' strategic evolution in the AL East. The crew assesses key matchups, including the fierce rivalry between the Red Sox and Yankees. Plus, Schoenfield weighs in on the Brewers' unparalleled season and whether the Phillies truly have the strength to dominate October. Get ready for an action-packed playoff preview!

Sep 26, 2025 • 52min
Cacophony of Noise: Final Weekend of the Regular Season; Mets & Reds Clinging to Playoff Hopes; Can the Phillies Pull It Off?
Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Noelvi Marte saving the Reds’ postseason hopes, the Mets’ upside-down pitching, the Padres and Red Sox bullpen advantages, the Phillies, and the coming ABS System. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Later, Todd Radom returns with tales from his travels, after exploring the baseball culture in Japan. Plus, the quiz.
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8:44 Eric Hosmer
29:25 Sarah Langs
31:14 Todd Radom
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Sep 24, 2025 • 1h 11min
Slathered with Cheese: Guardians Overtake Tigers in AL Central; Exciting Night of Baseball; The Mets are Cratering
Buster and David Schoenfield discuss the Mets fighting for their playoff lives, whether the Tigers’ collapse or the Guardians’ comeback is more impressive, who wins the AL East, and where Kyle Tucker, Yordan Alvarez and Bo Bichette’s injuries stand. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about his new book “Got Your Legends,” whether he was allowed to speak on Good Morning America with Mike Greenberg, the official announcement of the balls and strikes challenge system, why Aaron Judge is primed for a breakout postseason, if the Reds could be a nightmare in a short series, and a big picture view of the Mets’ cratering season.
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14:37 David Schoenfield
36:19 Hembo
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Sep 22, 2025 • 45min
Maple Syrup: Cal Raleigh on the Art of Catching; Clown Car Rolls Out of Houston; Clayton Kershaw Retires
David Cone, Karl Ravech, Eduardo Perez and Buster discuss Mariners seeming like the team to beat in the American League, Karl’s conversation Cal Raleigh, the continued push and pull of the AL MVP race, the Guardians forcing their way back into the playoff picture, the Tigers blowing it and why Clayton Kershaw should be a unanimous first-ballot Hall of Famer. Then, Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh chats with Buster in the locker room about when he started catching, connecting with Johnny Bench, watching Jason Varitek growing up, and pitch framing. Then, Roxy Bernstein and Doug Glanville talk to Astros manager Joe Espada for ESPN Radio. And, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game.
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10:40 Clown Car
25:59 Cal Raleigh
33:37 Sarah Langs
34:52 Joe Espada
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Sep 19, 2025 • 1h 7min
Checkmaster: Brewers Manager Pat Murphy Stops By; Cubs Postseason Return; Ballpark & Beyond
Pat Murphy, the Milwaukee Brewers' manager, shares insights on team culture, keeping players in 'check,' and preparing for the postseason amid roster health concerns. ESPN's Jesse Rogers discusses the Cubs' return to October baseball and the significance of Anthony Rizzo's legacy at Wrigley Field. Todd Radom brings a fun twist with the Ballpark & Beyond segment, exploring unique stories from Chicago's baseball history and administering a quiz for fans. It's a mix of strategy, highlights, and a nod to the game's rich traditions.

Sep 17, 2025 • 1h 2min
Hoss: Cal Raleigh Continues Making History; Toronto Taking Off; Best Right-Handed Hitters of All Time
Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Cal Raleigh's pure strength, Aaron Judge dragging the Yankees back from the abyss, whether the Brewers or Phillies will clinch the No. 1 see in the National League, the Dodgers' disintegrating bullpen, the surging Guardians, the Red Sox missing Roman Anthony and the Blue Jays unleashing Trey Yesavage. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about whether Judge makes his list of five best right-handed hitters ever, Freddy Peralta being the most underrated ace in baseball, and the most frustratingly average team in baseball. During Bleacher Tweets, Buster talks about Ken Rosenthal tripping over Milwaukee's team photographer, and Jomboy addressing the reporting on Aroldis Chapman locating his inside fastball.
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12:57 Tim Kurkjian
34:01 Hembo
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Sep 15, 2025 • 34min
Coming Down the Stretch: Yankees Red Sox Sunday Night Baseball; Trevor Story Unpacks September
Buster, Eduardo Perez, and David Cone hop in the clown car to break down Yankees at Red Sox and examine how the Mets missing the playoffs could be the most epic collapse in baseball history. The Numbers Game with Sarah Langs. Then Trevor Story explains what the pennant chase is like to Karl Ravech. Plus Bleacher Tweets.
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6:33 - Clown Car
21:47 - The Numbers Game with Sarah Langs
23:30 - Trevor Story Interview
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Sep 12, 2025 • 1h 7min
Gangster Movies: The Dodgers Arms; Surging Mariners; Faltering Mets; Actors Who Love Baseball
Alden and Buster Olney discuss all of the playoff races and how the Dodgers seem bored. Then, MLB Network’s Adnan Virk stops by to talk about his new book Cinephile, why Paul Giamatti doesn’t talk about his father Bart Giamatti, actors that are huge baseball fans, and his top three baseball movies. Later, Todd Radom stops by to share the Ballpark & Beyond and administer the quiz.
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6:08 Alden Gonzalez
32:16 Adnan Virk
48:09 Sarah Langs
50:48 Todd Radom
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Sep 10, 2025 • 1h 7min
Talkative: Juan Soto & J.T. Realmuto at The Plate; Managerial Changes Abound; Trea Turner Goes Down
Jeff Passan and Buster Olney discuss the Giants sneaking back into the NL Wild Card race, Kyle Schwarber hitting another home run, where the Nationals could land for manager and GM, and if a first round playoff exit would force a manger change for the Phillies. Next, Buster chats with Juan Soto and J.T. Realmuto about their back-and-forth at the plate. Then, Hembo on Trea Turner injury impact, Bryan Woo and the lost art of starter longevity, and the biggest X-factor in the AL playoff field.
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6:39 Jeff Passan
36:57 Juan Soto and J.T. Realmuto
43:11 Hembo
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