Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

ESPN, Buster Olney
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Nov 2, 2025 • 41min

Speechless: Dodgers Repeat as World Series Champs in Dramatic Game 7

Eduardo Perez, a former major-league player and current baseball analyst, joins to analyze the thrilling Game 7 where the Dodgers triumphed over the Blue Jays. They dive into pivotal moments like Miguel Rojas' game-tying homer and Will Smith’s go-ahead shot in the 11th inning. The discussion highlights the tension during the Blue Jays' late rally and Yoshinobu Yamamoto's exceptional relief performance. They debate whether this championship team can be compared to the legendary Yankee dynasty of the late '90s, making for a captivating baseball discussion.
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Nov 1, 2025 • 34min

Party in the Club: Dodgers Win Game 6; World Series Game 7 on Deck; Clown Stroll

Jessica Mendoza, a former major-league broadcaster and analyst, joins Buster to discuss the thrilling Game 6 where the Dodgers secured a victory against the Blue Jays. They dive into George Springer's gritty performance despite injury, Mookie Betts’ critical two-run single, and the standout work of Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Mendoza highlights Miguel Rojas as the unsung hero and expresses excitement for the upcoming Game 7. The duo also shares amusing moments from a quirky Clown Stroll through Halloween festivities in Toronto.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 55min

Strong Feeling: Blue Jays One Win Away From a World Series; Clown Car

Jessica Mendoza, a former MLB analyst and ESPN commentator, joins veteran broadcaster Boog Sciambi to dive into the World Series drama. They analyze Trey Yosavage's historic strikeout performance and the Blue Jays' striking strategy against Blake Snell. The duo discusses the Dodgers' struggles and fatigue, while highlighting Toronto's strong offensive execution. Speculations on the impending Game 6 keep the tension alive, mixed with a light-hearted 'clown car' segment reflecting on the game's pivotal moments.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 40min

Punch Back: Blue Jays Tie World Series 2-2 with Dominant Game 4 Win; Clown Car

Jessica Mendoza, a former major league analyst, joins head coach John Schneider of the Toronto Blue Jays and veteran announcer Boog Sciambi in a lively discussion. They break down the thrilling Game 4, where Toronto bounced back with a strong win. Key topics include the impressive performances of Shohei Ohtani and Shane Bieber, the Dodgers' offensive struggles, and Bo Bichette's impactful return. Mendoza and Sciambi speculate on Game 5 hero picks, while Schneider shares insights about team strategy and player availability, reflecting on the series’ intense competition.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 42min

It Was Yesterday: Dodgers Take 2-1 Lead in 18-Inning World Series Epic; MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred; Clown Car

Jessica Mendoza and Buster discuss an 18-inning instant classic as the Dodgers win Game 3 and take a 2-1 World Series lead. They discuss the excitement they felt throughout, the parade of pitchers, Clayton Kershaw’s final days in the league, how Dave Roberts and John Schneider will handle the pitching in Game 4, why the series still seems up for grabs, and George Springer going down is a major problem for Toronto. Then, Buster and Boog Sciambi chat with Rob Manfred for ESPN Radio. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 11:43 Clown Car 27:11 Rob Manfred 35:34 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 26, 2025 • 45min

Posing for Pictures: Dodgers Even World Series 1-1 in Toronto; Clown Stroll

Eduardo Perez and Buster take a Clown Stroll after the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 2 of the World Series. They discuss Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s complete game mastery, why both teams should be feeling good going into Game 3, if the Blue Jays let the Dodgers off the hook in the first inning, what makes Yamamoto so hard to hit, how Dave Roberts should handle the bullpen in Game 3, and what Blue Jay fans are saying on the street. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Plus, Boog Sciambi talked to Don Mattingly for ESPN Radio.  CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 14:50 Clown Stroll 26:02 The Numbers Game 27:32 Don Mattingly w/ Boog Sciambi 33:58 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 25, 2025 • 30min

Hot Dog or a Nap: Blue Jays Take 1-0 World Series Lead Over the Dodgers; Clown Stroll

Jessica Mendoza and Buster discuss the Toronto Blue Jays winning Game 1 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. They get into the Blue Jays knocking Blake Snell out of the game and attacking the Dodger bullpen, the Dodgers not reciprocating, and why they have the same questions headed into Game 2 that they did Game 1. Plus, the gang runs into former big leaguer and Rogers Sportsnet analyst Caleb Joseph, who shares his thoughts on Game 1. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:13 Clown Stroll 22:02 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 13min

World Series Preview: Joe Davis on Dodgers; Dan Shulman on Blue Jays; Giants Hire Joe Vitello

Hembo and Buster discuss the Dodgers pitching versus the Blue Jays lineup, if Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will stay hot and how Los Angeles will pitch to him, one x-factor for each team, and who Hembo is picking for World Series MVP. Then, the voice of the Blue Jays Dan Shulman stops by to preview Toronto in the Fall Classic. Next, the voice of the Dodgers Joe Davis previews the Los Angeles side of the matchup. Later, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond with an exciting announcement. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:40 Hembo 23:50 Dan Shulman 44:42 Joe Davis 55:19 Todd Radom 1:05:03 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 21, 2025 • 1h

Ball In Play: Blue Jays Beat the Mariners, Advance to the World Series!

Dave Schoenfield and Buster discuss the Blue Jays advancing to the World Series by beating the Mariners in Game 7 of the ALCS, George Springer’s moment, Dan Wilson’s pitching moves, if Seattle’s season was a “failure,” Toronto having a puncher’s chance agains the Dodgers, how the Blue Jays will handle Bo Bichette’s return, and if Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is the second best hitter in baseball. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 16:43 Dave Schoenfield 49:26 Sarah Langs 51:07 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 20, 2025 • 1h 19min

Magnum Opus: Shohei Ohtani Bends Space and Time; Mariners-Blue Jays Goes to Game 7

Tim Kurkjian, Karl Ravech and Buster discuss the Blue Jays forcing a Game 7 in Toronto against the Mariners in the ALCS, the postseason of Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the Mariners’ poor defense in Game 6, why Tim thinks it comes down to George Kirby, and their reactions to Shohei Ohtani’s all-time playoff performance. Then, Sarah Langs has an essay on Ohtani’s NLCS-clinching night. Next, LA Sportsnet's David Vassegh stops by to talk about being front row to Ohtani’s greatness on Friday. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 15:33 Tim Kurkjian & Karl Ravech 51:11 Sarah Langs on Shohei Ohtani 53:42 David Vassegh 1:08:02 The Numbers Game 1:09:23 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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