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Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

ESPN, Buster Olney
MLB
Baltimore Orioles
Los Angeles Dodgers
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Major League Baseball
New York Yankees
Mookie Betts
Shohei Ohtani
David Rubenstein
Washington Nationals
Adrián Beltré
Atlanta Braves
Chris Sale
Dylan Cease
Corbin Burnes
Freddie Freeman
Red Sox
Blue Jays
Adley Rutschman
Nolan Arenado

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

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Latest Episodes

Venezuela earns its first World Baseball Classic title, defeating Team USA 3-2 in a dramatic final game. Buster Olney and Tim Kurkjian discuss what a fun tournament this edition of the WBC was, Venezuela taking down the United States and Japan on its... more

The World Baseball Classic final is set: The United States will face Venezuela for the championship. FOX play-by-play voice Joe Davis joins Buster to discuss Venezuela beating Italy 4-2 to advance to the final, Aaron Nola starting for Italy, Venezuel... more

Team USA wins a tight World Baseball Classic semifinal 2-1 over the Dominican Republic. Buster Olney and Dave Schoenfield link up following the game to discuss the bad strike call that ended the game, Team USA's outstanding bullpen, the Dominican Rep... more

What makes LoanPark Depot in Miami so loud? Alden Gonzalez and Buster Olney investigate the parties on the concourse. Plus, Mark DeRosa’s rough few days as manager of Team USA, the Americans avoiding embarrassment with help from Italy, if they believ... more

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Recent Guests

David Schoenfield
Guest analyst, baseball writer
ESPN/Sports Illustrated
Episode: Stiff and Serious: Team USA Defeats the Dominican Republic 2-1, Advancing to the WBC Final
AJ Hinch
Manager of the Detroit Tigers
Detroit Tigers
Episode: Magnitude: Tigers A.J. Hinch on Team USA Conversations with Tarik Skubal + WBC Quarterfinal Preview
Scott Boras
Player agent for Tarik Skubal
Boras Corporation
Episode: Taking Flack: Tarik Skubal Done at WBC; Cal Raleigh & Randy Arozarena Awkwardness; Scott Boras on Skubal’s Decision
Liz Finny
Editor who compiled the Top 100 list
ESPN
Episode: The List: ESPN's Top-100 MLB Players Drops; Top Player Draft; MLB Official on ABS Challenge System
Joe Martinez
Vice President of Onfield Strategy for Major League Baseball; talks ABS system
Major League Baseball
Episode: The List: ESPN's Top-100 MLB Players Drops; Top Player Draft; MLB Official on ABS Challenge System
Walt Weiss
Former MLB manager mentioned in discussion of Braves spring camp
Baseball veteran
Episode: Stuffiness: Jurickson Profar Suspended 162 Games; Concern for Roki Sasaki; Mariners Preview
Paul Embikitis (Hembo)
ESPN researcher and content producer on Get Up
ESPN
Episode: Stuffiness: Jurickson Profar Suspended 162 Games; Concern for Roki Sasaki; Mariners Preview
Charles Barkley
NBA legend, sports commentator
Former NBA player, television personality
Episode: Neither: Max Scherzer Back for Season 19; WBC Preview; Charlies Barkley; Astros & Marlins Previews
Ken Davidoff
Co-author of 101 Lessons from the Dugout
Episode: Equipment Closet: MLBPA Needs Urgency; Alex Bregman as the Anti-Kyle Tucker; Cubs Preview

Host

Buster Olney
ESPN MLB Insider who leads baseball discussions with a wealth of experience in sports journalism.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 5.7k ratings
  • Weak subjects and lack of attention to quality of broadcast

    Tired of hearing Buster’s opinions We are 13 months from 2027 baseball season and I don’t want to hear Busters opinion on Tony Clark and what he should have done. Way to much time spent on union Also last year there were multiple podcasts where Buster continually ripped on another podcast cause they questioned how Red Sox improved Chapmam. Finally multiple times there

    are multiple guests

    one interview and the sound levels are different for each guest. Someone should actually listen to the podcas... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HP POLAR BEARS
    United Statesa month ago
  • The BEST Baseball Podcast

    This is the top shelf, premium option for baseball podcasts. Buster and many of the guests have been doing this for decades. Thoughtful, well structured and infinitely superior compared to the new YouTube tweens trying to compete

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VTREIGN
    United States2 months ago
  • Back back back

    This podcast and listening to radio coverage during the playoffs has me back as a baseball fan! Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yaeliyaeli
    United States3 months ago
  • Best batted ball sound around, but….

    Hey Buster, are you a sports journalist? You are reporting on the NLCS yet you never say any names of the Brewers players. You also kept in getting it wrong on what team made the 8-6-2 double play, it was the Brewers that made that play. You do always talk about how little you sleep: maybe you are overworked? Too tired to remember? Don’t have time to do the proper research for your job? Maybe lay off a little, get some rest, and look in to it a little. It might help you be a better and more obje... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    yoga.aha
    United States5 months ago
  • Great if you’re a New York/Boston fan

    They have some knowledge and can be entertaining……if your team is playing the Yanks/Mets/RedSox or Dodgers, otherwise super hard pass. On any hour long podcast involving any of those teams, podcast is 90% devoted to that. And they squeeze the other games into the remaining crumbs of time. Bunch of way better podcasts out there that cover MLB fairly

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BearsQB
    United States6 months ago

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Overall, many fans find the discussions engaging and informative but hope for broader coverage beyond a few teams.
Listeners appreciate the wealth of knowledge shared by Buster Olney and his guests, often highlighting their expertise in baseball analysis.
Criticism exists regarding the audio quality and some dissatisfaction with the focus on specific teams, particularly the Yankees and Red Sox, which may overshadow other franchises.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#209
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Apple Podcasts
#198
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#57
Taiwan/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#142
Hong Kong/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#159
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#170
Mexico/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Taking Flack: Tarik Skubal Done at WBC; Cal Raleigh & Randy Arozarena Awkwardness; Scott Boras on Skubal’s Decision
Q: Scott Boras, how are you doing?
Boras responds with a greeting and then discusses Tarik Skubal's conversations after the first game, the T's and C's of Skubal's experience, and the overall process of evaluating whether to participate in the WBC based on personal and professional considerations.
Tell Me If I’m Weird: Best WBC Moments So Far; Tim Kurkjian’s Spring Training Observations
Q: From a development perspective, how do you see Caminero's offseason work translating to a full MLB season?
Caminero's offseason conditioning and the mentorship from veterans such as Manny Machado suggest he will bring power, consistency, and a mature approach to the majors, potentially making him a cornerstone of the Rays' lineup if health holds.
Tell Me If I’m Weird: Best WBC Moments So Far; Tim Kurkjian’s Spring Training Observations
Q: What has stood out this year in the WBC for you, and which moments are you most energized by?
Tarik Skubal's continued involvement and the standout performances of players like Joseph Contreras and Kyle Schwarber have energized the event, while Caminero's emergence signals a bright future for Dominican baseball and the tournament's global appeal.
Zone Remains the Same: Aaron Boone on the ABS System & How Judge Could Benefit; Braves Extend Chris Sale
Q: What impact do you anticipate from ABS on your approach and decisions in the early innings or late in the game?
Boone notes the importance of decisive pitches and counts, and expects managers to be proactive with challenges while avoiding emotion-driven mistakes.
Zone Remains the Same: Aaron Boone on the ABS System & How Judge Could Benefit; Braves Extend Chris Sale
Q: What guidelines have you given your players as spring training begins, and when do you think you'll start to talk about your general rules for challenges in the regular season?
Boone explains that guidelines exist and will evolve during spring training and the season, with emphasis on strike zone understanding, instinct, and aggressive but controlled challenges.

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This podcast focuses on the latest news, strategies, and dynamics within Major League Baseball, featuring insightful discussions from top analysts and industry professionals. Through a combination of updates on player performance, critical trades, team dynamics, and labor negotiations, the content paints a comprehensive picture of the evolving landscape in the sport. Unique segments often include interviews with players, insights from experts, and lively debates on key developments in baseball, making it informative for both casual fans and dedicated followers of the game. Additionally, there is an emphasis on the rich history of baseball and its cultural implications, particularly through guest contributions from notable figures in the spo... more

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