Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

Nov 14 2024 200 ep. 59 mins 18.7k

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

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Trust Your Belly: Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto; Cubs GM Carter Hawkins; Hembo on Roki Sasaki; Jesse Rogers on Free Agent Landing Spots

Nov 14 2024 68 mins

Hembo and Buster discuss why Roki Sasaki will be baseball’s biggest bargain, why Boston is the best place for Juan Soto to play, Christian Walker flying under the radar, Dick Allen’s air-tight Hall of Fame case, and banging the drum for Ichiro Suzuki’s unanimously being elected to the Hall of Fame. Then, Seattle Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto stops by to talk about becoming a first

Everything Is Gravy: Gerrit Cole Stays in New York; Garrett Crochet on the Move?; The Emotion of Clayton Kershaw

Nov 05 2024 51 mins

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss Gerrit Cole sticking with the Yankees, the Orioles’ offseason opportunity, if Garrett Crochet will be traded, why Buster thinks the Mets will win the winter, and what the Phillies and Braves could be up to. Then, Alden Gonzalez and Jorge Castillo stop by to talk about the Dodgers getting their victory parade, Clayton Kershaw being overcome by emotio

Meat on the Bone: Yankees Must Re-Sign Juan Soto; Freddie Freeman’s Place in MLB History; Dodger Fans Invade the Bronx

Nov 01 2024 68 mins

Hembo and Buster discuss their thoughts about the Dodgers defeating the Yankees in the 2024 World Series, two days removed from the contest. They discuss the narrative around New York following the loss, if the Dodger can turn this into a dynasty, why re-signing Juan Soto must be the Yankees' No. 1 priority this offseason and how much money Walker Buehler made through his postseaso

Fundamental Soundness: Dodgers Win 2024 World Series; Brian Snitker on WS MVP Freddie Freeman; Yankees 5th Inning Collapse

Oct 31 2024 57 mins

Buster is in the Clown Car with Jessica Mendoza and Eduardo Pérez following the Dodgers 2024 World Series victory. The gang discusses Los Angeles’ brand of clean baseball, Walker Buehler closing out the game, Dave Roberts putting it together all season despite injuries, and what happens with Juan Soto and Gerrit Cole this offseason. Then, Braves manager Brian Snitker stops by to

Screw It: Anthony Volpe Does It All; Yankees Take Game 4; Fans Grab Mookie Betts; Torey Lovullo on Managing Against Dave Roberts

Oct 30 2024 43 mins

Buster is in the Clown Car with Boog Sciambi, Jessica Mendoza and Eduardo Pérez following the Yankees Game 4 win against the Dodgers. The gang discusses Anthony Volpe doing it all, Austin Wells breaking out, a positive for Dave Roberts in the loss, Luke Weaver's availability for Game 5, the Yankees leaning heavily on Gerrit Cole, and the fans who interfered with Mookie Betts. Then

I Calls Him Frederick: Ron Washington on Freddie Freeman’s World Series Tear; Clown Car on Dodgers 3-0 Lead

Oct 29 2024 64 mins

Buster is in the Clown Car with Boog Sciambi, Jessica Mendoza and Eduardo Pérez following the Dodgers Game 3 win against the Yankees. The gang discusses another bomb from Freddie Freeman, vintage Walker Buehler, Los Angeles’ pitching outmatching the New York offense, Shohei Ohtani playing in pain, and how the Yankees can win Game 4. Then, Angels manager Ron Washington stops by t

A Little Growly: Dodgers Take 2-0 Lead Over Yankees; Boog Sciambi on Freddie Freeman's Walk-Off Grand Slam; What Advice Bruce Bochy Would Give to Aaron Boone

Oct 28 2024 61 mins

Boog Sciambi and Buster discuss what they’ll remember from Freddie Freeman’s walk-off grand slam in game 1 of the World Series, Freeman running to his dad, the status of Shohei Ohtani, and if Aaron Boone should change his lineup. Next, Freddie Freeman spoke with Buster immediately after the grand slam, and with Boog before game 2. Then, Bruce Bochy on the pressure of managerial

Happy World Series Day: Jake Peavy on Gerrit Cole Pitching for His Yankee Legacy; Dodgers More Baseball-y

Oct 25 2024 42 mins

Jake Peavy and Buster discuss the pre-dawn buzz at Dodger Stadium, why neither team has a distinct advantage, a huge Game 1 for Gerrit Cole, which manager will be more patient with their pitching, what a World Series title could mean for Juan Soto in free agency, and Jake’s World Series pick. Then, Boog Sciambi chats with Gerrit Cole for MLB on ESPN Radio. Later, Sarah Langs play

An Era Defining Matchup: Terry Francona on how he'd approach both lineups

Oct 24 2024 45 mins

Reds manager Terry Francona and Buster discuss how to approach the loaded lineups of the Yankees and Dodgers, why Juan Soto has some David Ortiz in him, and why there are too many days off in the playoffs. Plus, Hembo joins to discuss the importance of Freddie Freeman, Soto's future, and the x-factors for each team in the World Series. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: B

Masterclass in Hitting: Padres Manager Mike Shildt on Dodgers Offense, Tommy Edman’s Baseball IQ, Chats with Juan Soto

Oct 23 2024 39 mins

Padres manager Mike Shildt and Buster discuss Mike’s relationship with Tommy Edman, picking your poison between Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts, which players are good at picking up on in-game tendencies, and his baseball conversations with Juan Soto. Then, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond, and administers with week’s quiz — all with a World Series theme. CALL THE SHOW: