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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
Adley Rutschman
Nolan Arenado
Blue Jays

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

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Max Scherzer returns for his 19th MLB season, re-signing with the Toronto Blue Jays after his daughter wrote the organization a heartfelt note. Plus, the World Baseball Classic starts next week, and the Braves start their own TV network. Buster Olney... more

The Braves extend Chris Sale, Buster drops his top-ten corner outfielders and which players stand to benefit from the ABS System? Hembo and Buster discuss. Plus, is Konnor Griffin a generational talent? Then, Yankees manager Aaron Boone stops by to t... more

The podcast is available for viewing on ESPN's MLB YouTube page!

The Yankees’ Gerrit Cole is showing off his stuff at Spring Training. How soon will he return to the rotation? Buster Olney, Tim Kurkjian and David Schoenfield discuss. Plus, Major Lea... more

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos’ breakout candidates for the spring, and the deep seated issues facing the MLBPA. Next, Jesse Rogers stops by to share his thoughts on Alex Bregman in a Cubs uniform, Pete Crow-Armstrong as an x-factor in the league... more

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Recent Guests

Jesse Rogers
Covers baseball for ESPN
ESPN
Episode: Equipment Closet: MLBPA Needs Urgency; Alex Bregman as the Anti-Kyle Tucker; Cubs Preview
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
Bob Kendrick
President of the Negro Leagues Museum
Episode: Regenerate: Mets Get Their Ace; What’s Next for the Brewers; A Pair of Center Fielders Make the HOF
Paul Skenes
Pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Dominoes: Pete Alonso is an Oriole; Ripple Effects for the Mets; Paul Skenes’ Interesting Comments
Paul Toboni
President of Baseball Operations for the Washington Nationals
Washington Nationals
Episode: Theme of the Winter: What Buster’s Hearing on Free Agency; Nationals President of Baseball Ops Paul Toboni Stops by
Craig Stammen
New manager of the San Diego Padres
San Diego Padres
Episode: Pitcher Manager: New Padres Skipper Craig Stammen; Mariners Sign Josh Naylor; Orioles Make a Big Trade
Paul Hemokitis
Content producer on the show Get Up and regular analyst
Episode: Fluent: Rockies Hire Football Guy; Dombo and Harper on the Mend; Notable Japanese Free Agents
Tony Vitello
New manager of the San Francisco Giants, former University of Tennessee baseball coach
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Ambitious Vision: New Giants Manager Tony Vitello; Ravy on the Red Sox & Pete Alonso
Dave Roberts
Manager of the Dodgers, celebrated back-to-back championships
Los Angeles Dodgers
Episode: Speechless: Dodgers Repeat as World Series Champs in Dramatic Game 7

Hosts

Buster Olney
ESPN MLB Insider and host, providing expert analysis and insights on Major League Baseball dynamics.
Taylor Schwenk
Co-host and producer with insights into various baseball dynamics and current trends.

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 States9 days 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 States2 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 States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Overall engagement with the podcast is high, with many praising the knowledgeable guest appearances and strong chemistry among the hosts.
Some feel that the focus tends too heavily on certain teams, potentially alienating fans of other franchises.
Audio quality issues have been raised, affecting the overall listening experience.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and expert insights provided by the hosts and guests.
The engaging back-and-forth discussions help maintain interest and add excitement to the content.

Chart Rankings

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

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#80
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#108
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Mr. Grinch: Bleacher Tweet Holiday Mailbag; Red Sox Trade for Wilson Contreras; Phillies' Bullpen Makeover
Q: What do you think the odds are Santa's going to come through for Lola on Christmas?
Santa always tries his best to come through for Lola, so the odds are 100%.
Mr. Grinch: Bleacher Tweet Holiday Mailbag; Red Sox Trade for Wilson Contreras; Phillies' Bullpen Makeover
Q: How is Lola handling the holidays?
Lola, at 22 months old, kind of understands Christmas and is excited about Santa coming.
Dominoes: Pete Alonso is an Oriole; Ripple Effects for the Mets; Paul Skenes’ Interesting Comments
Q: What do you think about the Pete Alonso signing?
It's exciting for the Orioles, and they needed a strong bat. However, there's a worry about the long-term investment due to his playing position.
Pitcher Manager: New Padres Skipper Craig Stammen; Mariners Sign Josh Naylor; Orioles Make a Big Trade
Q: What insights do you have about the dynamics between managing players and handling team relationships?
Stammen emphasizes the importance of relationships with players, highlighting his history with key players like Manny Machado to facilitate a strong team environment.
Pitcher Manager: New Padres Skipper Craig Stammen; Mariners Sign Josh Naylor; Orioles Make a Big Trade
Q: How did this conversation start with A.J. Preller?
Craig Stammen shares that A.J. Preller began hinting at the possibility of him managing even before his playing days ended, fostering a collaborative relationship.

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A rich blend of analytics and storytelling characterizes the discussions, offering listeners deep insights into Major League Baseball dynamics, team strategies, and player performances. The host frequently engages with high-profile guests from various facets of the sport, including managers, analysts, and players, making for compelling exchanges around the latest news and events. Topics often include player trades, managerial changes, playoff outcomes, and career transitions, particularly focusing on pivotal moments in high-stakes matches like the World Series. The podcast is notable for its blend of informative content with entertaining anecdotes, creating a lively atmosphere that appeals to baseball enthusiasts looking for comprehensive c... more

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8. Tony Vitello

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