Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss one of the dumbest games Tim has ever seen, the state of the Padres and Astros, Victor Robles’ error on the base path and not doubting Shohei Ohtani. Then, Hembo returns from paternity leave to talk about why he’s not worried about the Phillies’ playoff seed, the wildly disappointing Giants, offseason targets for the Tigers and what exactly happened to the Orioles.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS10:26 Tim Kurkjian30:41 Hembo51:56 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss the strange controversy around Gerrit Cole and the Red Sox, Luke Weaver emerging as a star and what’s considered a successful season for Aaron Boone. Then, Nathalie Alonso stopped by to talk about her new book Call Me Roberto! Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMREACH OUT ON X: #BleacherTweets10:11 Mookie Betts mic’d up12:59 Jorge Castillo30:32 Nathalie Alonso43:09 Sarah Langs49:39 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A.J. Hinch and Buster discuss whether the word “playoffs” is said in the Detroit clubhouse, a Parker Meadows grand slam changing momentum for the team and how Tarik Skubal handles success. Next, Karl Ravech talks about the Braves starting to take on water, Aaron Judge’s struggles and Shohei Ohtani's size. Plus, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS8:18 A.J. Hinch19:30 Karl Ravech35:16 Todd Radom46:00 Sarah Langs56:31 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Smoltz and Buster discuss Smoltz hanging out with fellow Hall Of Famers, the Braves fighting for a playoff spot and the sport suffering from the loss of starting pitching. Then, Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen talks about the NL MVP race, the perceived weakness of the Mets, the most complete teams in baseball and Pete Alonso. Later, Alden Gonzalez on Francisco Lindor putting the team on his back and if the NL West has the three best teams in the league. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS10:05 John Smoltz30:14 Gary Cohen46:36 Alden Gonzalez58:18 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buster shares his thoughts on Justin Verlander after chatting with him throughout the weekend. Then, Jeff Berry on the Giants extending Matt Chapman and how it’s part of a larger shift in the sport. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with Verlander, Marco Vientos and Parker Meadows.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS7:36 Buster on Verlander11:46 Jeff Berry30:50 Sarah Langs37:48 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royals GM J.J. Piccolo and Buster discuss mobilizing the front office after Vinnie Pasquantino broke his hand, Michael Wacha, and the future of starting pitching. Then, David Schoenfield on the Giants paying Matt Chapman, how the Chapman signing impacts Alex Bregman’s market, Francisco Lindor doing something every night and Clay Holmes getting booted from the closer role. Plus, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. Later, Sarah Langs and Lawrence Butler play The Numbers Game.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS5:32 Royals GM J.J. Piccolo21:54 David Schoenfield30:47 Todd Radom41:36 Sarah Langs49:30 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buster reviews the state of the division races in the final month of the regular season. Next, Sarah Langs talks about more of Shohei Ohtani’s magnificence and plays The Numbers Game with Dave Roberts and Teoscar Hernandez. Then, Tim Kurkjian on contenders for NL Rookie of the Year, the Mets hanging in the wild card picture, and the Dodgers’ rotation issues. Later, NESN’s Lou Merloni stops by to share his thoughts on Red Sox.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS8:07 State of the division races10:07 Sarah Langs17:38 Tim Kurkjian35:24 Lou Merloni48:58 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich Hill and Buster discuss Rich returning for his 20th MLB season with the Red Sox, why he chose Boston and coaching his son’s little league team. Then, Jeff Berry compares Michael Wacha and Tyler Glasnow, and asks if front offices should follow the Royals’ model. Later, Sarah Langs talks about Shohei Ohtani and his dog decoy. Plus, Gerrit Cole and Pete Alonso assist with The Numbers Game. Finally, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMREACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS6:23 Rich Hill21:40 Jeff Berry40:41 Sarah Langs48:13 Todd Radom58:38 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurjian, a seasoned baseball analyst, shares insights on World Series contenders and the Astros' recent struggles. Jesse Rogers discusses the proposed 6-inning minimum for starters and the White Sox's tumultuous season. Kiley McDaniel brings excitement with his player rankings for ages 16-25, revealing potential Rookie of the Year candidates. Finally, David Schoenfield tackles fan questions in 'Bleacher Tweets,' adding to the podcast's lively analysis and engaging discussions about the current MLB landscape.

Jeff Passan talks to Alden Gonzalez and Jorge Castillo about the shape of the NL MVP race, why it reminds Alden of the 2012 race, Jorge being against a DH winning an MVP, and the NL West. Then, Jeff listens to his friends Mina Kimes, Jake Storiale and Michael Cole share their unfiltered thoughts on their favorite teams. Later, Sarah Langs discuss Jackson Merrill coming up clutch again. Plus, Steven Kwan and Adrian Del Castillo read more of Sarah’s notes.CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COMTWEET THE SHOW: #BLEACHERTWEETS9:25 Alden & Jorge27:14 Jeff hears from Mina, Jake, Michael36:48 Sarah Langs42:54 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices