Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

ESPN, Buster Olney
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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. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 16:22 Clown Car 29:10 Jesse Rogers 46:35 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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!
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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. WATCH SUNDAY'S POSTSEASON PREVIEW SHOW LIVE ON ESPN'S YOUTUBE PAGE CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:44 Eric Hosmer 29:25 Sarah Langs 31:14 Todd Radom 44:17 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 14:37 David Schoenfield 36:19 Hembo 1:04:13 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:40 Clown Car 25:59 Cal Raleigh 33:37 Sarah Langs 34:52 Joe Espada 37:26 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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.
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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. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 12:57 Tim Kurkjian 34:01 Hembo 50:46 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:33 - Clown Car 21:47 - The Numbers Game with Sarah Langs 23:30 - Trevor Story Interview 26:35 - Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:08 Alden Gonzalez 32:16 Adnan Virk 48:09 Sarah Langs 50:48 Todd Radom 59:18 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:39 Jeff Passan 36:57 Juan Soto and J.T. Realmuto 43:11 Hembo 58:32 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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