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Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

ESPN, Buster Olney
Philadelphia Phillies
New York Yankees
Boston Red Sox
Los Angeles Dodgers
Toronto Blue Jays
Aaron Judge
Major League Baseball
Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani
New York Mets
Seattle Mariners
MLB
World Series
Chicago Cubs
Yankees
Trade Deadline
Blue Jays
Tarik Skubal
Rafael Devers
Atlanta Braves

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

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Tim Kurkjian and Buster Olney discuss their colleague Karl Ravech signing off the ESPN airwaves for the final time, why the Los Angeles Dodgers need Shohei Ohtani’s bat more than his arm, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s five home run weekend, the Atlanta Brave... more

Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight Podcast with Buster Olney! On today’s episode, Buster is joined by ESPN Producer and Researcher for “Get Up!” Paul “Hembo” Hembekides to discuss why the Mariners’ weak strength of schedule at the and of the season... more

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Alden Gonzalez joins to talk about how the WBC champion Venezuelan team is aiding recovery efforts and reacting to the devastating June earthquakes. He also talks about what Padres fans can expect from their new owners, and gives an update on Shohei ... more

Buster Olney recaps all of the fun from the Little League Classic, culminating with the Braves exciting win over the Brewers. Eric Hosmer then joins to go in-depth on the Ketel Marte saga and what's next for him and the Diamondbacks. They also discus... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Kirchner
Baseball journalist
ESPN
Episode: Special Talent: Cubs Built on Defense; Kyle Tucker Booed; Potential Ohtani Opt-Out?
Rich Hill
21-year big-league veteran pitcher
Free agent/Former Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher
Episode: Comeback?: Rich Hill on the Red Hot Red Sox; Catching Concerns for the Dodgers?
Alden Gonzalez
ESPN baseball reporter
ESPN
Episode: Terrible Eater: Why MLB Would Love Tarik Skubal on the Dodgers; Michael Kay on the Yankees' Deadline Triage
Michael Kay
Play-by-play announcer for the New York Yankees
ESPN / Yankees
Episode: Terrible Eater: Why MLB Would Love Tarik Skubal on the Dodgers; Michael Kay on the Yankees' Deadline Triage
Torey Lovullo
Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks
Arizona Diamondbacks
Episode: Confront: Trade Deadline All the Time; Diamondbacks Manager Torey Lovullo Joins
Paula McKitties
Baseball analyst/editorial contributor
ESPN
Episode: Double Click: MLB Second Half Lookahead; “Sandlot” ASG Nostalgia Cool or a Flop?
Kyle Schwarber
MLB outfielder, participant in Home Run Derby
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: My Stadium: MLB Midseason Grades; Bryce Harper & Kyle Schwarber Talk Derby in Philly
Bryce Harper
MLB outfielder, participant in Home Run Derby
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: My Stadium: MLB Midseason Grades; Bryce Harper & Kyle Schwarber Talk Derby in Philly
Don Mattingly
Phillies Manager, guest
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: Justin Verlander announces retirement + which team is the "Raiders" of the MLB Draft?

Host

Buster Olney
Host of Baseball Tonight and primary voice; ESPN MLB insider with extensive front-office and league-wide perspective

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 5.7k ratings
  • Did you know that YANKEES?

    A fine podcasts to discuss the ins and outs around the league of Yankees. Sometimes there’s some Yankees discussion but there’s also Yankees talk. Wondering how the standings changed over the weekend? You’ll find out how that affects the Yankees. They get into discussions as varied Mets, and Red Sox but don’t worry, the Yankees analysis is right around the corner. Yankees Yankees Yankees. #Yankees

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Berry Jive & His Uptown Five
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic pod

    Buster does an amazing job of keeping all of us baseball fans informed of everything going on in the big leagues. I love it when he has Hembo on and they nerd out over baseball.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kenworth78
    United States4 months ago
  • Too many interviews and guests

    New season for 2026 is not holding my interest. Way too many interviews. It’s lazy podcasting. Just because someone has worked in the game, it doesn’t make them insightful or interesting. No more game recaps or scores, very little stats and analysis. At least I haven’t had to listen to the graphic artist/uniform/history guy and his quizzes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    KarlMaldensNose
    Canada5 months ago
  • Consistently excellent

    I got back into following baseball after a few years off last season and this podcast definitely helps and I never miss an episode. Very fun and insightful with a great variety of guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Kona
    United States5 months ago
  • Best batted ball sound around

    Talking baseball…. The WBC is awesome, thanks for covering it.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Pod Afficianodo
    United States5 months ago

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There are some criticisms about over-reliance on interviews and seasonal pacing concerns.
Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis and guest variety, noting it feels like a high-signal baseball show.
Above-average sound quality and strong host engagement are frequently praised.

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#144
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#201
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#100
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#122
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#135
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#143
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Pack of 7: What's the Deal with the Dodgers?; Will Judge Be October Ready?
Q: What is the biggest factor for the Yankees heading into October with Judge's status up in the air?
Judge's health and how quickly he can ramp back to game readiness will largely determine whether the Yankees can contend in October, given their pitching depth and offensive inconsistencies when he isn't in the lineup.
Pressure Will Come: George Lombard Jr.’s Immediate Impact; Lindor-Soto Dethawed; Ravy Returns
Q: What are you seeing in Lombard's early days that gives you confidence he can stick at shortstop?
His defense is elite for his size, his mechanics are clean, and his leadership has translated to confidence on both sides of the ball; there are real signs he can be a durable, high-impact player even if the offense develops more gradually.
Justin Verlander announces retirement + which team is the "Raiders" of the MLB Draft?
Q: Which teams are best positioned to make an impact at the trade deadline according to current scouting and depth?
The Dodgers are viewed as the most capable of a blockbuster move given their depth, though other teams like the Royals, Red Sox, and Braves show various leverage depending on rentals, salary, and future value.
Justin Verlander announces retirement + which team is the "Raiders" of the MLB Draft?
Q: What makes Verlander's career Hall of Fame case so compelling, and will the platform include a unanimous vote consideration?
The panel argues that Verlander's sustained excellence, 300-win potential, high strikeout total, and peak performance across different eras make him a near-automatic Hall of Fame pick, with a nuance about possible unanimous status depending on future ballots.
In The Glut: Mason Miller to the Yankees?; Is PCA an All-Time Great CF?
Q: What is the strongest potential destination for Mason Miller given the current market?
The panel converges on the Yankees and Mariners as top fits, driven by bullpen needs and Miller's long-term control, though other contenders could emerge depending on availability and price.

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3. Alden Gonzalez
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5. Torey Lovullo
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