Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

Karl Ravech joins Buster to discuss the dominance of Spencer Strider, which pitcher is the best on the planet, if the Padres or Blue Jays are in bigger trouble and the latest in the A’s stadium saga. Then, Braves pitcher Spencer Strider stops by to talk about how he analyzes each start, refining his fastball, which pitchers he admired growing up, sharing notes with Kevin Pillar and why he wears No. 99. Next, Todd Radom stops by with the Forgotten Field and to administer the quiz. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with a note on Aaron Boone’s latest ejection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Glanville and Buster discuss the force of Christopher Morel, who Doug would take with the second pick of an MLB redraft and the managerial art of arguing with an umpire. Then, MASN’s Melanie Newman stops by to talk about the playoff atmosphere between the Yankees and Orioles, her second pick in an MLB redraft, Adley Rutschman walking off with pitchers after an inning, Gunnar Henderson building Lego sets to separate from the game, Cedric Mullins’ slow heart rate and a squirrel surprising fans at Yankee Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss how games are now too short for Tim’s trek home from Bristol, if the Mets are back, Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander pitching the same day, Max Muncy claiming Willson Contreras is bullying umpires and something special going on in Baltimore. Then, Sarah Langs on if the Guardians should trade Shane Bieber, another Bryce Miller stat, the pitching duel on Sunday Night Baseball and the AL East’s run differential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karl Ravech and Buster discuss the Guardians’ gradual improvement and the need for an offensive injection, which New York shortstop will end the season with more home runs, if the Padres or Mets are in more trouble, a big series win for the Yankees over the Blue Jays, and Domingo Germán’s 10-game suspension. Then, Rays shortstop Wander Franco stops by to talk about Tampa’s offense, the ball flip and his love of cars. Next, Sarah Langs has notes on Pete Alonso’s 16th home run, Ronald Acuña Jr.’s current tear and which team is the second best in baseball. Later, Guardians manager Terry Francona on his teams historically improving each month, his current assessment of the squad and how he would tweak the new rules. Finally, Todd Radom has thoughts on hat culture, delivers the Forgotten Field and administers the quiz. Plus, does Buster hate the Orioles? An investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joon Lee joins Buster to discuss the Mets crowd letting Justin Verlander have it and the Mets rotation missing last year’s dependability, the brewing rivalry between the Yankees and Blue Jays, and Kenley Jansen’s fight against anxiety. Then, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Derrick Goold stops by to talk about which Cardinals player will end the season with the most starts at catcher, Andrew Kninzer’s place in the clubhouse, Willson Contreras’ professionalism, if Jack Flaherty can get on a roll and the NL Central not putting St. Louis away when it had the chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Mother’s Day surprise for Lars Nootbar on Sunday Night Baseball, Bryce Harper charging the Rockies’ dugout, the Padres looking shaky after a sweep by the Dodgers, if Drew Rasmussen’s injury will matter for the Rays and Buster’s advice for the Cardinals. Then, Buster was in the locker room after Kenley Jansen’s pitch clock violations. Later, Sarah Langs on Zack Greinke striking out a thousand different batters, Josh Naylor’s late-game heroics, a Bryce Miller update and the Blue Jays’ first shut out in a while. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karl Ravech joins to discuss the impact of Willson Contreras moving from catcher to designated hitter, the pleasant surprise of the Red Sox, and if this is the year the Angels get Trout and Ohtani to the post season. Then, Sarah Langs hops on to break down the amazing career start for Casey Schmitt, Nathan Eovaldi stepping up, and her mom's impact on her in honor of Mother’s Day. Later, Todd Radom joins for this week’s Forgotten Field and administers the weekly quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boog Sciambi and Buster discuss the Cardinals’ Willson Contreras problem, the stark number of pitching injuries across the league and the worst-case-scenario. Then, Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic on the offseason adjustments he made to his swing, the best compliment someone can give him, the new rules bringing competing in the box back to the game and his read on the AL West. Later, Lindsay Berra, executive producer of It Ain’t Over and granddaughter of Yogi Berra, stops by to talk about memories with her grandparents, the character of Yogi overshadowing the man, how his experience in combat changed his outlook on the game, his self-confidence and his complicated relationship with George Steinbrenner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the passing of Vida Blue and why he was such a big deal in the majors, The Cardinals deciding to pull Willson Contreras from catching duties, The Rays no long have to mix and match their lineups, The Rays no long have to mix and match their lineups, The Rays no long have to mix and match their lineups. Then, Sarah Langs on Bryce Miller’s second start, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s two home runs against Clayton Kershaw and if the Padres took it too far with the crying Kershaw meme. Plus, John Anderson talks to Mookie Betts after L.A. beat San Diego on Sunday Night Baseball. And, ESPN Radio interviews with Freddie Freeman, Bob Melvin and Dave Roberts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karl Ravech and Buster discuss how the Padres are measured by their performance against the Dodgers, Oli Marmol’s angry press conference, the Red Sox playing a lot better than expected, Brian Cashman taking blame for the Yankees’ woes, the Braves’ lack of blemishes and the Rays’ level of dominance. Then, Cubs third baseman Patrick Wisdom stops by to talk about his comfortability wearing a mic on the field, how Dansby Swanson makes it look easy, what he attributes to his start to the season, if he checks the flags at Wrigley and if he’s ever talked dancing with David Ross. Later, Todd Radom is back from South Korea to share his KBO experiences and to deliver the weekly quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Langs and Buster discuss Sarah’s day at Yankee Stadium, her #FistBumps4ALS campaign, Bryce Miller’s perfect bid in his MLB debut and why you don’t want the Rays to score first. Next, Bruce Bochy talks about his first place Rangers, the team’s resiliency, injury updates on Corey Seager and Jacob deGrom, how he pushed the Buster Posey Rule, and his best Madison Bumgarner story. Then, Buster asks Xavier Scruggs on what’s wrong with the Cardinals? Later, Jessica Mendoza on why Bryce Harper’s return is so shocking, Brandon Marsh’s increased plate productivity and the most exciting player in baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Langs and Buster discuss Sarah’s 30th birthday and why birthdays are so important, Alex Verdugo’s walk-offs, Ronald Acuña Jr.’s 440-foot home runs, and the fastest ever return from Tommy John surgery. Then, Tim Kurkjian on what makes Langs great at her job, Bryce Harper returning to the Phillies lineup and Philadelphia looking ready to launch, the lack of starting pitching available in the trade market, the Yankees' mounting problems in a tough division, the Padres and piñatas, and the Cardinals’ Mike Shannon passing away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karl Ravech joins Buster to play a game of “Panic, Patience or Party” for a litany of teams including the Astros, Phillies, Pirates and White Sox. Then, Pittsburgh pitcher Rich Hill stops by to talk about a fun start to the season, Brian Reynolds’ new deal, how he can get his hands on the home run sword and why MLB can’t find a baseball that pitchers can work with. Then, Buster plays an epic rant from a White Sox fan calling into ESPN1000 in Chicago. Next, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Later, Hembo makes a special appearance on the pod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss injuries hampering the league to start the season, baseball’s biggest potential looming crisis, the Rays’ perfect combination of analytics and process, how the Cardinals can right the ship, and Bryan Reynolds' new contract. Then, Todd Radom delivers the Forgotten Field and administers the weekly quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian joins Buster to discuss David Cone’s rosin experiment, the Rays and the A’s on the extremes of the league, Logan O’Hoppe’s injury and Drew Maggi’s call-up. Then, Marcus Semien stops by to talk about his feel for the Rangers during spring training, the differences between this year’s team and last year’s, how they’re celebrating home runs and victories, and how he feels about the Athletics leaving Oakland. Later, Sarah Langs on the Rays’ 13-0 start to the season at home, Masataka Yoshida’s two homer game and the opposing batters’ average when facing Ohtani. Plus, Roxy Bernstein’s interview with Brandon Nimmo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karl Ravech and Buster discuss Max Scherzer’s sticky stuff suspension, Pete Alonso betting on himself, the Giants’ lack of defense, what’s next for Madison Bumgarner, the beauty of the Brewers and the A’s moving to Las Vegas. Next, Sarah Langs stops by to talk about the metrics that prove the rule changes are working as intended, the Rays’ shutouts to start the season and the Pirates’ 27 home runs. Then, Hembo on the return of Fernando Tatis Jr. to the Padres lineup, if Clayton Kershaw is the best regular pitcher ever, and his thoughts on The Beatles. Plus, the gang lays out a few weekend wagers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Buster waking up to more snow in Bozeman Clayton Kershaw’s 200th win and why he should go into the Hall of Fame with a unanimous vote, their top-three teams right now, Mookie Betts possibly playing shortstop, and Hunter Greene’s extension. Then, Buster talks to Bob Melvin, Xander Bogaerts, Juan Soto and Manny Machado about where they prefer to hit in the lineup. Later, Todd Radom shares his thoughts on Chris Sale, delivers the Forgotten Field and administers the weekly quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Schoenfield and Buster discuss injuries to Corbin Burnes, Jacob deGrom and Jeffrey Springs, the Dodgers and Mariners starting 8-9, Dave flip-flopping on the Diamondbacks, Yordan Álvarez’s easy swing, if Fernando Tatis Jr. could walk more, and the Athletics staining Major League Baseball. Then, Karl Ravech’s full interview with Dusty Baker and Bruce Bochy. Later, Sarah Abbott recaps the Taylor Swift concert and Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss the undefeated Rays’ baseball operation, Jared Kelenic and Gleyber Torres’ improved approaches at the plate, how the Padres should order their lineup when Fernando Tatis Jr. returns, and Bryce Harper volunteering to play first base. Then, Sarah Langs stops by to talk about how many innings the Tampa Bay has trailed, Luis Arráez hitting .500 and Max Muncy pounding the Giants. Later, Karl Ravech on Martín Maldonado wearing the mic on Sunday Night Baseball, and the Tigers and Red Sox feeling like powder kegs early in the season. Plus, Elle Duncan interviews Brandon Lowe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica Mendoza and Buster discuss the rise of home run celebrations, the undefeated Rays’ offense continuing to impress, how the pitch clock is helping dominant pitchers, Martín Maldonado on the mic for this week’s Sunday Night Baseball and the Giants trying to figure it out. Then, Todd Radom delivers this week’s Forgotten Field and administers the quiz. Later, Jesse Rogers on the Cubs’ strong start, misreading the Brewers and if the Cardinals will trade for a pitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices