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Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

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Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 3min

Humming to Yourself: Deep Dive on Gerrit Cole's Injury; Pitching Ninja on the Roki Sasaki & Paul Skenes; Red Sox & Cardinals Previews

Hembo and Buster discuss what losing Gerrit Cole means for the Yankees, Cole himself, the AL East and the trade market. Plus, they discuss why the Mets will really miss Francisco Alvarez, even just for a month. Then, the Pitching Ninja Rob Friedman stops by to share his feelings on the Cole injury, Roki Sasaki’s splitter, Paul Skenes’ cutter and who he thinks is the best pitcher on the planet. Also, Lou Merloni previews the Red Sox and Derrick Gold previews the Cardinals.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BleacherTweets5:08 Hembo27:01 Red Sox preview w/ Lou Merloni29:55 Pitching Ninja44:13 Cardinals preview w/ Derrick Gold51:36 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 10, 2025 • 1h 7min

Doesn’t Feel Right: Major Injuries for the Yankees, Mets, Orioles; Early ABS Thoughts; Braves & Guardians Previews

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss injuries to Gerrit Cole, Grayson Rodriguez and Francisco Alvarez. Plus, Jorge's on Dave Roberts' evolution as a manager as he's on the verge of a new contract with the Dodgers. Then, Doug Glanville stops by to share his thoughts on the ABS System, and which of this weekend's injuries he thinks will be most impactful. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with notes on Hunter Greene, Lawerence Butler and Austin Well. Plus, Peter Moylan previews the Braves and Tom Hamilton previews the Guardians.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS6:00 Jorge Castillo26:13 Braves preview w/ Peter Moylan30:37 Doug Glanville45:24 Guardians preview w/ Tom Hamilton52:32 Sarah Langs58:47 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 7, 2025 • 39min

TV Viewing Age: Buster Wraps Up His Week in Florida at Spring Training; Could the Astros Miss the Playoffs?

Hembo and Buster discuss the impact of the Yankees’ injuries piling up, a breakout candidate for the Rays, why Hembo’s concerned about the Astros and Adley Rutschman as a prime bounce back candidate. Then, Buster’s final ballpark chat of the week, this time with Karl Ravech. The guys reflect on all the teams they’ve seen during this past week of Spring Training, talking about the Red Sox, Orioles, Phillies, Yankees and Twins. Plus, what’s the most surprising claim Buster heard in Florida this week?CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS2:50 Hembo16:01 Karl Ravech29:33 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 5min

Florida Rookie: The Mountain is Back; Max Fried Debuts; Buster Talks to Orioles Fanatic; Ronald Acuña Jr. Returning; Padres & Angels Previews

Eduardo Pérez and Buster are together in Florida at Spring Training! They chat about Felix Bautista’s return to the mound, Adley Rutschman’s first career struggles, a throwback in Tomoyuki Sugano, Buster’s chat with the Orioles fan in the stands, the Cardinals needing production from their young outfielder, the best way for the Cardinals to handle the Nolan Arenado situation, and why Eduardo hopes Pete Rose is admitted into the Hall of Fame. Then, Alden Gonzalez is also in Florida, talking about Ronald Acuña Jr.’s return, what to expect from the Braves, Luis Gil’s injury, how concerned he is for the Yankees, and their MVP and Cy Young winners — with a twist. Plus, Anthony Gwynn Jr. previews the Padres and Mark Gubicza previews the Angels. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS5:51 Eduardo Pérez20:09 Alden Gonzalez38:13 Padres preview w/ Anthony Gwynn Jr.45:09 Angels preview w/ Mark Gubicza51:48 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 3, 2025 • 52min

Hanging with Julio: Latest Spring Training Intel on Red Sox, Mets, Orioles; Reds & Rays Previews

Tim Kurkjian and Buster catch up in-person at Spring Training in Florida. They discuss Paul Skenes' new pitch, moving parts in Red Sox camp, Alex Bregman integrating into the team, Juan Soto’s influence in the Mets clubhouse, Felix Bautista’s return to the Orioles, and what Nolan Arenado told Tim about his situation with the Cardinals. Then, Jeff Brantley previews the Reds and Marc Topkin previews the Rays. Later, Sarah Langs runs into her Seattle-based best friend, and plays The Numbers Game.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS8:57 Tim Kurkjian24:57 Jeff Brantley previews the Reds32:17 Marc Topkin previews the Rays36:58 Sarah Langs41:52 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 27, 2025 • 56min

Restoring Order: Who's Buster's No. 1 Starting Pitcher?; Uniform Changes; Astros & A's Previews

David Schoenfield, an ESPN baseball analyst, shares insights into Buster's top-10 starting pitchers, including a humorous disagreement with Buster’s son. They dive into the complexities of player rankings and share thoughts on relief pitching evolution. Todd Radom, a famed graphic designer, discusses upcoming uniform changes, balancing tradition with modern aesthetics. Fans will appreciate the banter, plus previews of the Houston Astros and Athletics, highlighting their roster adjustments for the new season.
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Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 4min

Meaningless?: Small Sample Spring Training Overreaction; Do the Mets Have Enough Pitching?; Tigers & Brewers Previews

Hembo and Buster discuss small Spring Training samples from Sandy Alcantara, Elly De La Cruz and Garrett Crochet. And, Hembo shares his thoughts on Buster’s latest positional ranking. Then, Matt Vasgersian stops by to talk about the Mets’ secret weapon, the Yankees changing its facial hair policy, why the Blue Jays should pay Vladimir Guerrero Jr. now, and who’s jumped out at Spring Training. Plus, Dan Dickerson previews the Tigers and Sophia Minneart previews the Brewers.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS4:24 Hembo25:01 Tigers Preview with Dan Dickerson30:56 Matt Vasgersian49:17 Brewers Preview with Sophia Minneart55:06 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 24, 2025 • 51min

Preview Season: Terry Francona’s Approach to ABS; Nolan Arenado Should Focus on Baseball; Dodgers & Cubs Previews

Jesse Rogers and Buster discuss Mookie Betts quitting pickleball to play more golf, Terry Francona’s concern testing out the ABS System, where things stand between the Cardinals and Nolan Arenado, the outlook for the White Sox, and why the Cubs need to make the playoffs. Then, The Baseball Tonight Podcast’s team previews begins with Taylor McGregor on the Cubs and David Vassegh on the Dodgers. Later, Sarah Langs hangs with Bruce Bochy at Spring Training and plays The Numbers Game.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS4:33 Jesse Rogers22:46 Taylor McGregor previews the Cubs26:23 Sarah Langs33:06 David Vassegh previews the Dodgers39:54 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 20, 2025 • 53min

Entertainers: Vinnie Pasquantino on Connecting with Fans, ABS System, Bobby Witt Jr. "Holy Crap" Moments; Rapid-Fire Offseason Review

Hembo and Buster review the offseason and discuss which team had the most surprising offseason, which signing they can’t wrap their heads around, which team will squander its rotation and which team threaded the needle perfectly. Then, Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino stops by to talk about the importance of reaching out to fans, staying positive on social media, and his wide-ranging thoughts on the ABS System. Plus, Vinnie has a Buster-induced epiphany. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS6:21 Hembo24:59 Vinnie Pasquantino41:39 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 18, 2025 • 60min

"No": Blue Jays & Vlad Jr. Negotiations Go Bust; Rafael Devers Butts Heads with Alex Cora; Top 5 Prospects for 2025

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss the breakdown in negotiations between the Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., what the Blue Jays should do next and how this is similar to the Angels’ handling of Shohei Ohtani. Plus, Rafael Devers doesn’t want to leave third base with Alex Bregman in the picture and Giancarlo Stanton has double tennis elbow. Then, Kiley McDaniel stops by to talk more about the stark outlook for Toronto, the Red Sox prospects set to emerge, and Kiley’s top five prospects going into 2025.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.comREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS5:13 Jeff Passan25:38 Kiley McDaniel48:17 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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