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88:41

Not Exactly Golfers

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/03/10

Joey Votto joins Buster to for a wide-ranging discussion on the new rules, the market demanding a more efficient product, why he likes to know roughly how long a game will take and how hard it is to hit a ball directionally. Next, Buster previews the Reds. Then, Sarah Langs stops by to talk about pulling a near-all-nighter, World Baseball Classic all-time leaders and why it feels like Shohei Ohtani is going to have an unbelievable season. Later, Karl Ravech on the Yankees shutting down Carlos Rodón

63:43

Seven-Tool Player

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/03/08

Hembo and Buster discuss the numbers showing the rule changes in baseball are working as intended, the spending by the Padres versus the rest of the league, Aaron Judge's home run over/under, and the best stat you'll hear this week. Then, Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto stops by to talk about the PECOTA win projection for his team, adding Kolten Wong and Teoscar Hernández, how A.J. Pollack can help Jared Kelenic, the next step for Julio Rodríguez, and his view of the AL West. Then, David Schoenfield on the

50:48

Separation Monday

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/03/06

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Shohei Ohtani’s two home runs in an exhibition for Japan, the player intrigue around Ohtani’s contract, if Chaim Bloom can dunk, Gerrit Cole and Max Scherzer’s differing approaches to the pitch clock, what rival executives are saying about Anthony Volpe, and the passing of Rays radio voice Dave Wills. Then, Sarah Langs stops by to talk about why she was an outlier in the White Sox conversation, Shane Bieber’s fourth-straight Opening Day start, Trey Mancini, and how

56:39

“I’m Picasso”

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/03/03

Follow Buster on Instagram: busterolney_espn Karl Ravech joins Buster to discuss his prediction for a big year in baseball, the pitch clock moving the game at a better pace, Karl’s conversation with Tommy Edman, what Rafael Devers bought after signing his new deal, the best clubhouse guy in the league and a shout out to umpire Andy Fletcher. Then, Sarah Langs has updates on three young pitchers. Later, the return of Todd Radom. Plus, Buster previews the Dodgers and the Twins. Learn more about your

64:22

Internal Solutions

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/03/01

Eduardo Pérez joins Buster to discuss how much he would pay for a Taylor Swift concert ticket, Eduardo’s idea for in-stadium beer sales with increased pace of play, Yordan Álvarez’s lingering hand issue and Kodai Senga. Then, Buster previews the Oakland Athletics. Next, Alden Gonzalez on how the Dodgers replace Gavin Lux this season and Shohei Ohtani looking sharp in his preseason pitching debut. Later, Boog Sciambi stops by to talk about recording the voiceover for MLB: The Show, the pulse of the

55:26

Information Hound

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/02/28

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Buster insulting Tim on TV, if too many rules have been instituted at once, Gavin Lux doing down, Red Sox-Braves ending in a pitch clock violation, Manny Machado signing a new contract with the Padres, Cardinals prospect Jordan Walker, and C.B. Bucknor’s beef with Oli Marmol. Then, Buster’s in-game interview with Walker from Monday Night Baseball. Next, Buster talks to Carlos Correa about educating teammates on analytics, failing two physicals and moving on from the

63:45

The Great Unveiling

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/02/23

Karl Ravech and Buster discuss exposing people to the pitch clock for the first time on a national broadcast, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s motivation, players poised to have monster years, the Yankees mulling Aaron Judge playing in left field and a few season win totals. Then, Sarah Langs on the most shifted players last season and why she thinks Jesse Winker is primed bounce back with the Brewers. Plus, Buster talks to Dave Dombroski, Alex Cora and Brian Snitker at Spring Training. Learn more about your

55:23

Big Nasty Right-Hander

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/02/21

David Schoenfield joins Buster to discuss Harrison Bader flying under the radar for the Yankees, the Diamondbacks on the rise, Steve Cohen’s subtext and the Mets batters needing to stay in the batter’s box. Then, president of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Bob Kendrick stops by to talk about how the museum is thriving after the early days of the pandemic, his favorite Satchel Paige story and Negro League players appearing in MLB: The Show. Plus, Buster previews the Cubs and the Rangers. Learn

78:59

Life-Long Learner

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/02/20

MLB’s Joe Martinez joins Buster to answer listener questions on this season’s rule changes. Then, Tim Kurkjian discusses a life curveball thrown at him, who will be the Yankees’ Opening Day shortstop, three people who called Dusty Baker after winning the World Series, Corbin Burnes’ being at odds with the Brewers, the gap of money between Manny Machado and the Padres and his memories of Tim McCarver. Later, Diamondbacks rookie Corbin Carroll talks about his welcome to the big league moment, what he

63:06

Pitch Clock Operator Scrutiny

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/02/16

Buster is joined by Jeff Passan to discuss Justin Turner wearing No. 2 for the Red sox, the impact of the new rules, landing spots for Shohei Ohtani, and the Trevor Bauer's future. Then, Hembo joins to discuss if he is qualified to be a pitch clock operator, who will win the NL West, and his bold prediction for Mike Trout this season. Next, Sarah Langs joins to play the Numbers Game, gives her thoughts on the pitch clock, and shares why she thinks the Padres will win the NL West. Later, Karl Ravech

68:25

Bilbo Baggins

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/02/14

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Mickey Rivers attempting to shakedown Tim at his first spring training, Justin Verlander reuniting with Max Scherzer and why the ghost runner rule really bothers Tim. Then, Alex Anthopoulous talks about the chaos of extra-innings games, if he looks at win projections and Dana Brown leaving for the Astros. Next, Sarah Langs on Cedric Mullins and Jorge Mateo stealing bases, and Yu Darvish signing another six-year deal. Later, Vinnie Pasquantino gets into the Chiefs

85:55

Big Spenders

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/02/09

Buster is joined by Jess Mendoza to break down what to expect from the Dodgers going into spring training, the Dodger's retiring Fernando Valenzuela's jersey, and her experience coaching in Europe. Next, Buster is joined by Dodgers manager Dave Roberts discussing who will be the starting shortstop this season, the turnover of personalities in the clubhouse, and the Dodgers - Padres rivalry. Then, Pittsburgh Pirates GM Ben Cherington joins to discuss the nuance of trade conversations, talks with

78:36

On The Dais

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/02/02

Hembo and Buster discuss falling in love with the Mariners’ offseason, bets with the best value for MVP and Cy Young, and when he knew Rob Thomson was the guy for the Phillies. Next, new Astros GM Dana Brown stops by to talk about finally landing a GM job, scouting Michael Harris II and how to improve his championship roster. Then, Rob Thomson on Bryce Harper’s healing process, courting Trae Turner and the keys to making a World Series return. Later, Padres GM A.J. Preller shares insights on

62:39

The Logic Pretzel Twists Tighter

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/01/26

Hembo and Buster discuss Scott Rolen’s admittance into the Baseball Hall of Fame, how Hall of Fame voting has become like instant replay, the Twins-Marlins trade and which teams Hembo thinks will be the last four standing in 2023. Then, Miami GM Kim Ng stops by to talk about how the Luis Arráez trade went down, Skip Schumaker getting the best out of players, being in a division with Goliaths and Sandy Alcántara. Next, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Later, Angels GM Perry Minasian on Arte Moreno

69:39

Betting On A Birth Date

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/01/19

Description: Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss how much money Shohei Ohtani could score in free agency, what the Angels should do as they try to re-sign Ohtani, which teams could afford Ohtani, if Trevor Bauer will land on a team this season and the automatic strike zone coming to AAA. Then, Sarah Langs talks about if Corey Seager is underrated, a “down year” for Juan Soto, and rubbing elbows with Sandy Alcántara and Aaron Judge. Later, Hembo on why $500 million is merely the get-in price for

60:08

Worried About Finishing Last

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/01/12

Tim Kurkjian joins Buster to discuss the Dodgers trading for Miguel Rojas, if Trevor Bauer will pitch again and how they’ve never seen anything like the Carlos Correa saga. Then, Hembo on Steve Cohen and the Mets deciding they weren’t paying for damaged goods, plus notes on Dusty Baker. Later, Dylan Cease stops by to talk about Liam Hendriks’ cancer diagnosis, Buster picking him to win the Cy Young in 2022, his drive to constantly improve, his dominant slider, how he figured out that pitch, when he

60:47

Until He Says Yes You Just Don't Know

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2023/01/06

Buster and Yankees GM Brian Cashman discuss his team’s roster, who’s going to play left field, if he had any idea Aaron Judge would return to New York after the season ended, Hal Steinbrenner’s involvement with Judge, media reports Judge was signing with San Francisco and Cashman’s additions to the front office. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about what the Dodgers will do with Trevor Bauer, why Rafael Devers is a worthwhile investment for the Red Sox and Carlos Correa's next move if he doesn’t sign a

63:30

Baseball’s Darth Vader and Death Star

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2022/12/21

Buster is joined by Karl Ravech breaking down today’s shocking news of Carlos Correa heading to the New York Mets and how Steve Cohen has changed the equation for MLB owners. Next, Sarah Langs joins sharing her mom’s conspiracy theory on Correa to the Mets and how she would line up the Mets’ star hitters if she were Buck Showalter. Then, Cubs manager David Ross hops on to share how the Dansby Swanson deal went down, ways Dansby impresses him on and off the field, and how their pitching is taking a

78:34

Trooper Glanville

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2022/12/16

Doug Glanville joins Buster to discuss teams handing out huge deals, players seeking the biggest pile of money possible, Carlos Correa signing with the Giants, Carlos Rodón’s injury questions after signing with the Yankees and where Dansby Swanson could land as the last big piece on the board. Then, Hembo stops by to declare that the Yankees leveled the playing field against the Astros and Rodón will provide Gerrit Cole a safety net, plus a round of Big, Bigger, Biggest. Later, Terry Francona on the

61:10

Credit Card Bill Due

Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney ·

2022/12/08

The Boston Globe's Dan Shaughnessy joins Buster to discuss his full autopsy on the Red Sox, it being dark day for Boston fans losing Xander Bogaerts, and his advice for the organization moving forward. Next, Sarah Langs hops on to play The Numbers Game and give her insight on what a Shohei Ohtani contract might look like this winter. Then, Karl Ravech joins to break down Red Sox's confusing decisions, Willson Contreras heading to the Cardinals, and Aaron Judge’s crystal ball. Later, Hembo comes on

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