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Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

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

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

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Latest Episodes

21-year MLB veteran Rich Hill joins Buster Olney to discuss not closing the door on a potential comeback, the roaring-hot Boston Red Sox, the difference veteran pitching is making in Boston, how the Red Sox have changed their offensive approach, and ... more

Tarik Skubal made his first Dodgers start, a loss to the Cubs. Jesse Rogers joins to give his first impressions while also breaking down the White Sox moves at the deadline, Boston's insane win-streak, and George Lombard's impressive debut with the Y... more

Buster Olney, Jeff Passan and Tim Kurkjian react to the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, grading all 30 teams’ moves at the deadline. It’s a baseball extravaganza crossover event with The Baseball Tonight Podcast and Sources Tell Jeff Passan. The guys discus... more

David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the Detroit Tigers trading Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Is this move really bad for baseball? Or is this about a team looking for immortality? Plus, the Tampa Bay Rays solidify their rotation by tradin... more

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Recent Guests

Torey Lovullo
Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks
Arizona Diamondbacks
Episode: Confront: Trade Deadline All the Time; Diamondbacks Manager Torey Lovullo Joins
Pat Murphy
Brewers manager
Milwaukee Brewers
Episode: Naivety: Brewers Manager Pat Murphy on The Miz; MLB Changes the Rules for José Caballero; Perfect Deadline Fits
Paula McKitties
Baseball analyst/editorial contributor
ESPN
Episode: Double Click: MLB Second Half Lookahead; “Sandlot” ASG Nostalgia Cool or a Flop?
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
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
Don Mattingly
Phillies Manager, guest
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: Justin Verlander announces retirement + which team is the "Raiders" of the MLB Draft?
David Ross
Longtime catcher, Cubs manager, analyst for ESPN broadcasts
Cubs/ESPN
Episode: Rubber-Armed: Does David Ross Pay for Meals in Chicago?; Marlins Stay Hot; Braves are the Biggest Threat to the Dodgers
Rick Monday
Former MLB outfielder, notable for 1976 flag rescue
Dodgers, Cubs
Episode: Great Play: Blip or Trend for Yankees, Rays, Marlins, Rangers; Rick Monday on Saving the Flag
Oliver Marmol
Manager, St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Counting Chickens: Rafael Devers Throws a Tantrum; Cardinals Manager Oliver Marmol; MLB Owners Willing to Shut Down the Sport

Host

Buster Olney
Host of Baseball Tonight, ESPN MLB insider with long-running leadership of MLB discussion.

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 States3 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
    Canada4 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 States4 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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Listeners appreciate the high-level analysis and guest diversity.
Some critiques mention audio quality issues and long-running debates.
A core strength is the mix of data-driven insights and storytelling from industry veterans.
Fans value the insider baseball perspectives and guest expertise.

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#123
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#172
Canada/Sports
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#13
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#116
Taiwan/Sports
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#126
Mexico/Sports
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#190
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Rubber-Armed: Does David Ross Pay for Meals in Chicago?; Marlins Stay Hot; Braves are the Biggest Threat to the Dodgers
Q: Who could be the biggest threat to the Dodgers this season?
The guests discuss the Braves and Phillies as strong contenders, with emphasis on depth, pitching, and manager changes—Georgia's Braves in particular showing deep, balanced talent.
Underwater: Devers Drama Continues; Jac Cag Summer; Mariners Stock Rising
Q: Why are you so bullish on the Mariners despite a subpar record, and what indicators support this optimism?
The Mariners' outperformance in several underlying metrics—don't walk, more walks, fewer strikeouts, and strong base running—combined with a deep, improving prospect pipeline suggests the team is better than its current record implies and could breakout with the right mid-season moves.

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5. Kyle Schwarber
6. Don Mattingly
7. David Ross
8. Rick Monday

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