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Dave Schoenfield and Buster discuss the Mariners winning a 15-inning classic against the Tigers in Game 5 of the ALDS, Seattle following that up with a win in Toronto to start the ALCS, how loud it was in T-Mobile Park on Friday, Bryce Miller impressing on short rest, Cal Raleigh coming through clutch, the difference between the Brewers and Dodgers ahead of Game 1 in the NLCS, and Kyle Tucker's free agency. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 14:36 David Schoenfield 48:21 Sarah Langs 50:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Karl Ravech and Buster discuss the Dodgers eliminating the Phillies in the NLDS, Kyle Schwarber's outpouring of emotion, why they think it's a no-brainer Rob Thomson and Aaron Boone will remain in their current positions, the only thing we know about Game 5 between the Cubs and Brewers, Matthew Boyd's bounce back, the Blue Jays' versatility, roster decisions for the Yankees, and Tarik Skubal and the Tigers facing off against the Mariners in Seattle for Game 5. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 17:26 Karl Ravech 38:44 Sarah Langs 39:45 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jake Peavy and Buster discuss the Blue Jays' celebration after eliminating the Yankees in the ALDS, the time Jake Peavy bought a duck boat after winning the World Series, Vladimir Guerrero playing proud for Toronto, if the Yankees should consider the season a failure, how they view Aaron Judge postseason, pitching chaos in Cubs-Brewers, and Tarik Skubal taking to the podium before Game 5 against the Mariners. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game.  CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 17:17 Jake Peavy 43:03 Sarah Langs 43:54 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss the Yankees wining game three with help from an Aaron Judge homer, how to handle a pitch that far inside, Judge's double-take a the dugout camera, the suspect managing in the playoffs, if the Mariners and Brewers can wrap up their series, and why the Dodgers are looking better than every other team. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game.  CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 14:36 Eric Hosmer 39:07 Sarah Langs 40:16 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge Castillo fills in for Buster Olney. Jorge chats with Tim Kurkjian about the environment in the Rogers Center over the weekend, how Pat Murphy is a step ahead of Craig Counsell, why we'll likely see Paul Goldschmidt in the Yankee lineup over Ben Rice, the pop in the Blue Jays' offense, and young pitchers continuing to impress this postseason. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:53 Tim Kurkjian 29:00 Sarah Langs 30:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Karl Ravech and Buster recap an exciting weekend of ALDS and NLDS action. They discuss the Blue Jays pitching vexing the Yankee offense, Trey Yesavage doing damage in his fourth major league start, Jorge Polanco figuring out Tarik Skubal, the Dodgers plugging their bullpen with Tyler Glasnow and Roki Sasaki, the Cubs lacking pitching options, and the Rangers hiring Skip Schumacher. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 16:25 Karl Ravech 45:49 Sarah Langs 46:53 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster ride the subway one last time, recapping the New York Yankees eliminating the Boston Red Sox and advancing to the ALDS. They discuss Cam Schlittler's dominant fastball, the ovation he received in the 8th inning, Yankee offensive making adjustments the second time through the order, looking ahead to the ALDS between New York and the Toronto Blue Jays, and the Yankee bullpen coming out of Game 3 clean. Then, David Schoenfield previews all four division series matchups. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 18:38 Clown Car 32:42 David Schoenfield 51:42 Sarah Langs 52:46 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster ride the subway again, recapping Game 2 of Yankees-Red Sox. They discuss the Red Sox base running, Jazz Chisholm saving runs for the Yankees, Ben Rice controlling the strike zone,  redemption for Antothy Volpe, and what Game 3 will hinge upon. Plus, the guys take the pulse of the Yankee fans on the subway car. Then, Taylor McGregor talks about the the Dodgers turning it on, which is the team to beat this postseason, the chaos between the Tigers and Guardians, Mason Miller's 104 mph fastball, Braves manager Brian Snitker stepping away and their advice for the Rockies while they look for a new general manager. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 14:46 Clown Car 29:34 Taylor McGregor 51:40 Sarah Langs 52:44 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster record the Clown Car and recap Yankees-Red Sox from the subway. They discuss Aroldis Chapman figuring it out, how Garrett Crochet made things easy for Alex Cora, Aaron Boone's misstep, the unsung hero for the Red Sox, and impressive wins for the Tigers and Cubs. Plus, the guys chat with Red Sox and Yankee fans on the subway. Then, Jesse Rogers stops by to talk about the playoff atmosphere at Wrigley Field, Kyle Tucker's performance, all of the managerial changes across baseball, if Hunter Greene was tipping his pitches and no team needing a win more than Detroit. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 16:22 Clown Car 29:10 Jesse Rogers 46:35 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Tim Kurkjian, Buster Olney and Dave Schoenfield as they get you ready for the MLB playoffs! We'll break down the matchups to watch as the full postseason picture went down to the wire on the last day of the regular season. Will the Brewers and their home-field advantage throughout the entire postseason be a blessing or a curse? Which Wild Card team could make noise this postseason? Will the World Series champion come out of the NL, with the Phillies, Cubs, Dodgers and Padres all playoff bound? Or will the AL, and the Yankees, Blue Jays, Guardians, Mariners and Tigers emerge as the team to beat? We got everything to watch for so don't miss the action with this ultimate playoff preview!CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 35:34 Sarah Langs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Noelvi Marte saving the Reds' postseason hopes, the Mets' upside-down pitching, the Padres and Red Sox bullpen advantages, the Phillies, and the coming ABS System. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Later, Todd Radom returns with tales from his travels, after exploring the baseball culture in Japan. Plus, the quiz. WATCH SUNDAY'S POSTSEASON PREVIEW SHOW LIVE ON ESPN'S YOUTUBE PAGE CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:44 Eric Hosmer 29:25 Sarah Langs 31:14 Todd Radom 44:17 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buster and David Schoenfield discuss the Mets fighting for their playoff lives, whether the Tigers' collapse or the Guardians' comeback is more impressive, who wins the AL East, and where Kyle Tucker, Yordan Alvarez and Bo Bichette's injuries stand. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about his new book “Got Your Legends,” whether he was allowed to speak on Good Morning America with Mike Greenberg, the official announcement of the balls and strikes challenge system, why Aaron Judge is primed for a breakout postseason, if the Reds could be a nightmare in a short series, and a big picture view of the Mets' cratering season. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 14:37 David Schoenfield 36:19 Hembo 1:04:13 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Karl Ravech, Eduardo Perez and Buster discuss Mariners seeming like the team to beat in the American League, Karl's conversation Cal Raleigh, the continued push and pull of the AL MVP race, the Guardians forcing their way back into the playoff picture, the Tigers blowing it and why Clayton Kershaw should be a unanimous first-ballot Hall of Famer. Then, Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh chats with Buster in the locker room about when he started catching, connecting with Johnny Bench, watching Jason Varitek growing up, and pitch framing. Then, Roxy Bernstein and Doug Glanville talk to Astros manager Joe Espada for ESPN Radio. And, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:40 Clown Car 25:59 Cal Raleigh 33:37 Sarah Langs 34:52 Joe Espada 37:26 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brewers manager Pat Murphy and Buster discuss keeping guys in “check,” team culture, not playing passively and the state of his team heading into October. Then, Jesse Rogers talks about the Cubs' first trip to the postseason since 2020, Kyle Tucker's injury, if Anthony Rizzo should get a statue outside Wrigley Field, the Brewers checking their egos and the Dodgers considering moving Shohei Ohtani to the bullpen. Next, Sarah Langs has an essay on Ohtani. Later, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:51 Brewers Manager Pat Murphy 21:14 Jesse Rogers 41:25 Sarah Langs 43:35 Todd Radom 55:27 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Cal Raleigh's pure strength, Aaron Judge dragging the Yankees back from the abyss, whether the Brewers or Phillies will clinch the No. 1 see in the National League, the Dodgers' disintegrating bullpen, the surging Guardians, the Red Sox missing Roman Anthony and the Blue Jays unleashing Trey Yesavage. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about whether Judge makes his list of five best right-handed hitters ever, Freddy Peralta being the most underrated ace in baseball, and the most frustratingly average team in baseball. During Bleacher Tweets, Buster talks about Ken Rosenthal tripping over Milwaukee's team photographer, and Jomboy addressing the reporting on Aroldis Chapman locating his inside fastball. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 12:57 Tim Kurkjian 34:01 Hembo 50:46 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buster, Eduardo Perez, and David Cone hop in the clown car to break down Yankees at Red Sox and examine how the Mets missing the playoffs could be the most epic collapse in baseball history. The Numbers Game with Sarah Langs. Then Trevor Story explains what the pennant chase is like to Karl Ravech. Plus Bleacher Tweets. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:33 - Clown Car 21:47 - The Numbers Game with Sarah Langs 23:30 - Trevor Story Interview 26:35 - Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alden and Buster Olney discuss all of the playoff races and how the Dodgers seem bored. Then, MLB Network's Adnan Virk stops by to talk about his new book Cinephile, why Paul Giamatti doesn't talk about his father Bart Giamatti, actors that are huge baseball fans, and his top three baseball movies. Later, Todd Radom stops by to share the Ballpark & Beyond and administer the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:08 Alden Gonzalez 32:16 Adnan Virk 48:09 Sarah Langs 50:48 Todd Radom 59:18 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Passan and Buster Olney discuss the Giants sneaking back into the NL Wild Card race, Kyle Schwarber hitting another home run, where the Nationals could land for manager and GM, and if a first round playoff exit would force a manger change for the Phillies. Next, Buster chats with Juan Soto and J.T. Realmuto about their back-and-forth at the plate. Then, Hembo on Trea Turner injury impact, Bryan Woo and the lost art of starter longevity, and the biggest X-factor in the AL playoff field. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:39 Jeff Passan 36:57 Juan Soto and J.T. Realmuto 43:11 Hembo 58:32 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Karl Ravech and Buster hop on the Ravy Train in the absence of a Clown Car. The guys discuss the outrageous behavior of a Phillies fan in Miami, if losing Trea Turner is a fatal blow to Philadelphia's World Series chances, a wild ending in Baltimore to celebrate Cal Ripken Jr.'s 2131 game, the Yankees winning the most important series of the season so far, Aroldis Chapman's continued domination, and the passing of Davey Johnson. Then, Marquee Sports Network's Taylor McGregor talks about the Cubs heading into the postseason, the Brewers not playing bad games, what's up with Elly De La Cruz, and the AL MVP discussion that has lasted all season. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:14 Karl Ravech 35:35 Taylor McGregor 46:20 Sarah Langs 47:24 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the impact of Cal Ripken Jr.'s 2131 game 30 years later, Framber Valdez's agent denying Valdez intentionally hit his catcher, what the heck is going on with the Mariners, the American League wild card race, and the collapsing Reds. Then, the voice of the Yankees Michael Kay stops by to talk about a big series against the Blue Jays, frustrations with umpiring and the latest on Aaron Judge returning to the outfield. Then, Sarah Langs has an essay on Juan Soto. Later, Todd Radom shares details from his hangout with Buster, along with the Ballpark & Beyond, and the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:08 David Schoenfield 26:04 Michael Kay 37:58 Sarah Langs 40:35 Todd Radom 50:39 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Framer Valdez crossing up his catcher, Jason Adams going down for the Padres, the Red Sox extending Aroldis Chapman, the best team in the American League, Shane Bieber looking phenomenal and the Tigers slowing down. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about why the Mets stretch run will be defined by their rookie starters, Kyle Schwarber's career year and what it means for his next contract, and the Phillies' Nick Castellanos problem. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:10 Tim Kurkjian 31:39 Hembo 53:46 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster discuss Hurston Waldrep's splitter, Brian Snitker being the end of his managerial career, possible replacements for Snitker in Atlanta next season, Jesus Luzardo looking like a different pitcher, and if Kyle Schwarber will stay in Philadelphia. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with help from Aaron Boone. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 0:00 Clown Car 11:41 Sarah Langs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss Orioles infielder Luis Vazquez — Jorge's cousin — hitting his first major league home run, the Mets sweeping the Phillies, the rise of Nolan McLean, Philadelphia navigating their pitching without Zack Wheeler, Kyle Schwarber's upcoming free agency, and if Jorge has a lean in the AL MVP race between Aaron Boone and Cal Raleigh. Then, author Jane Leavy stops by to talk about her new book “Make Me Commissioner” and her concrete suggestions to improve Major League Baseball. Next, Sarah Langs has an essay on Kyle Schwarber. Plus, Todd Radom shares one of the most famous stories in baseball history during the Ballpark & Beyond. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:44 Jorge Castillo 27:44 Sarah Langs 29:50 Jane Leavy 50:29 Todd Radom 1:00:45 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss an exciting series between the Padres and Mariners, the Cal Raleigh-Aaron Judge MVP race coming down to the season's final month, Clayton Kershaw continuing to roll, the odd situation with Ketel Marte in Arizona, and which teams may see managerial changes this offseason. Then, Red GM Nick Krall stops by to talk about his team grinding in pursuit of a playoff spot, his moves at the trade deadline to bolster the squad, and his emphasis on playing clean. Later, Hembo on the Anthony Volpe situation continuing to fester, why base running isn't the Yankees' biggest issue, Trevor Rogers dominating, Will Smith holding the Dodgers lineup together, and Shane Bieber shoving for the Blue Jays. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:50 Tim Kurkjian 23:00 Reds GM Nick Krall 32:56 Hembo 62:29 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Boog Sciambi and Mike Couzens are in the Clown Car after Sunday Night Baseball, diagnosing the state of the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox. They also discuss what's next for Anthony Volpe after being benched, Milwaukee honoring Bob Uecker and Cal Raleigh's historic weekend. Then, Buster talks to Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story. Next. Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Later, Mike Couzens and Doug Glanville talk to Yankees manager Aaron Boone and closer David Bednar for ESPN Radio. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:51 Clown Car 28:17 Trevor Story 29:59 Sarah Langs 31:05 Aaron Boone w/ ESPN Radio 36:00 David Bednar 39:03 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the Mariners struggling to pitch away from home, Kyle Tucker playing through a hairline fracture in his hand, and how the Dodgers are managing the outfield. Then, Red Sox play-by-play voice Dave O'Brien stops by to talk about the state of the Red Sox with a big series against the Yankees this weekend. Later, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:09 David Schoenfield 17:40 Dave O'Brien 29:41 Todd Radom 42:57 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss why there is no rift between Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone following their differing injury assessments, if Tim is opening to realignment, Buster's belief the Royals are the 2025 Tigers, Tim's time in Williamsport, and Nolan McLean's athleticism. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about Zack Wheeler's injury news, Kyle Tucker's struggles and Nick Kurtz putting up freakish numbers. Plus, what are Buster and Tim serving their families on vacation? CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:04 Tim Kurkjian 29:14 Hembo 47:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Karl Ravech, Eduardo Pérez and Buster are in the Clown Car following the Little League Classic in Williamsport, Pa. The guys discuss a 7-3 Mets win over the Mariners on Sunday Night Baseball, Nolan McLean providing the Mets a spark, Mark Vientos getting going, why Mariners are still the best team in the American League, and the interactions between the Major Leaguers and the Little Leaguers. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with help from the White Sox's Colson Montgomery and the Red Sox's Roman Anthony. Later, the ESPN Radio crew of Mike Couzens and Doug Glanville talk to Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil, and Mariners manager Dan Wilson.  CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:57 Clown Car 19:22 Sarah Langs 21:00 Jeff McNeil w/ ESPN Radio 24:00 Dan Wilson w/ ESPN Radio 30:51 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Shulman and Buster discuss the Toronto Blue Jays perched atop the American League, the latest on George Springer, wearing down pitchers, the veteran staring pitching, and when we might see top prospect Trey Yesavage. Then, Jesse Rogers stops by to talk about the Brewers' confidence, the Cubs calling up Owen Caissie, and the Padres taking a lead in the NL West over the Dodgers. Next, Sarah Langs has an essay on Mariners. Later, Todd Radom shares the Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 2:54 Dan Shulman 15:11 Jesse Rogers 30:09 Sarah Langs 32:16 Todd Radom 41:06 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Cal Raleigh as the main attraction during the Little League Classic in Williamsport, the Padres catching the Dodgers in the NL West, the Mariners catching the Astros in the AL West, the Brewers lighting up Paul Skenes, and how Skenes should handle his future on a bad team. Then, Dave Dombrowski talks about his conversations with the Twins when acquiring Jhoan Duran at the trade deadline, if he's ever fearful when executing a trade and the importance of relationships in his position. Later, Hembo on the Yankees' schedule advantage as they try to stay in the playoff race, the Mets' pitching woes, three reasons why Milwaukee is the best team in baseball, Jerry Dipoto building the best lineup in Seattle since 2001, and the Rockies are having a pernicious effect on the playoff picture. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:24 Tim Kurkjian 25:26 Phillies GM Dave Dombrowski 37:49 Hembo 56:47 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Karl Ravech, Eduardo Pérez and Buster combine for a Clown Car as they're walking out of Busch Stadium. The guys discuss the state of the Cardinals and Cubs following Sunday Night Baseball, the Brewers sweeping the Mets, if the New York teams are in danger of falling out of the Wild Card race, Mariano Rivera tearing his achilles, and next week's Little League Classic. Plus, Eduardo has friends wherever the Clown Car goes. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. Later, Boog Sciambi chats with Kyle Tucker for ESPN Radio. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:35 Clown Car 21:59 Sarah Langs 23:16 Boog w/ Kyle Tucker 28:07 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royals GM J.J. Picollo joins Buster to discuss his traded deadline experience, how much the parity in the American League was a factor in making moves, extending Seth Lugo, adding Mike Yastrzemski, and trading Freddy Fermin to the Padres. Then, Alden Gonzalez talks about the tight AL East race, his preseason Mariners' prediction, the Yankees trying to get Devin Williams right, and Mookie Betts figuring it out at the plate. Then, Sarah Langs on the Brewers reaching 70 wins. Later, Todd Radom shares this week's Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 2:40 Royals GM J.J. Picollo 16:06 Alden Gonzalez 33:58 Sarah Langs 35:44 Todd Radom 46:03 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss the New York Yankees losing their fifth straight game, Jhoan Duran's entrance, what makes Cristopher Sánchez so dominant, how trading Rafael Devers unlocked the Red Sox lineup, and baseball is enjoying unprecedented (on-field) parity. Then, Tim Kurkjian and Dave Schoenfield talk about which team is the best in the American League, the complicated situation with Aaron Judge's return, chances for the Royals and Guardians to get back in the playoff race, and Buster's idea for the Hall of Fame. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:54 Hembo 27:35 Tim Kurkjian & David Schoenfield 49:49 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phillies manager Rob Thomson hops in the Clown Car with Buster, Eduardo Pérez, David Cone and Karl Ravech to share his thoughts on Cristopher Sanchez's performance and using Jhoan Duran in the eighth inning. Then, the guys discuss why the MVP of the weekend was Dave Dombrowski, the best team in the National League, the Marlins sweeping the Yankees, and what Eduardo sees in Agustín Ramírez's swing. Then, Tigers pitcher Charlie Morton sits down with Buster to talk about when he realized he was going to be traded, meeting A.J. Hinch for the first time, getting the ball in Game 7s of the 2017 ALCS and World Series, and figuring out what was wrong earlier this season. Plus, Brewers manager Pat Murphy and Rockies center fielder Brenton Doyle assist in Sarah Langs' Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:52 Clown Car 19:19 The Numbers Game 21:11 Charlie Morton 49:13 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Passan, Tim Kurkjian and Buster gather in Bristol following the 2025 MLB trade deadline. The guys dole out grades for all 30 teams, decide whether this was actually the craziest trade deadline in recent years and talk to Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 33:19 Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss the Mariners on the verge of doing more, what makes the relief market so interesting, Shane Bieber's availability, if the Dodgers should try acquire Steven Kwan, why Jeff thinks the Padres will do something big, and where they think Merrill Kelly will land. Then, Hembo on the passing of Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, Bryce Harper sparring with Rob Manfred in the Phillies clubhouse, Emmanuel Clase put on leave over a gambling probe, truth behind Anthony Volpe's struggles, the stunning Blue Jay turnaround, and if the Rangers will make a big move in Bruce Bochy's last season. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:10 Jeff Passan 28:13 Hembo 56:23 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Eduardo Pérez and Buster hop in the Clown Car to discuss the state of the Giants and Mets, the Royals extending Seth Lugo and why the Guardians should think about dealing their bullpen arms. Then, Jesse Rogers stops by to talk the favorites to land Eugenio Suarez, the Cubs' pitching target, the Rays' regression, the Tigers' bullpen falling apart, the Astros being ready to make moves, and the mysterious Brewers. Later, hear clips from the Hall of Fame speeches. Plus, a Hall of Fame-themed Numbers Game with Sarah Langs. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:09 Clown Car 14:53 Jesse Rogers 38:40 HOF Speeches 45:04 Sarah Langs 46:09 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Karl Ravech and Buster pile in the Clown Car to discuss the Philadelphia Phillies as a World Series favorite, why the Boston Red Sox can't take on rentals, and the New York Yankees playing tight. Then, Alden Gonzalez and Jorge Castillo talk about the Yankees' clunky roster construction, the San Diego Padres' window closing fast, Mike Elias needing to nail the deadline, and MacKenzie Gore as a potentially big score. Later, Todd Radom returns with the Ballpark & Beyond and quiz. And, Sarah Langs has an essay on Eugenio Suarez. Plus, Bleacher Tweets with Alden and Jorge. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:49 Clown Car 19:26 Alden Gonzalez & Jorge Castillo 44:09 Sarah Langs 45:22 Todd Radom 57:28 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Phillips and Buster talk all things trade deadline, including matching buyers, if the Rafael Devers trade ate up the San Francisco Giants' flexibility, how the Seattle Mariners will get involved, managing up and down the org chart as a general manager, what “all in” means for the Blue Jays, if Emmanuel Clase will be available, the New York Mets needing to fortify the bullpen, why the Minnesota Twins should trade Royce Lewis, and why Steve's bullish on the Cincinnati Reds. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about not knowing what to expect from Ichiro Suzuki's Hall of Fame speech, Tim's moment with Johnny Bench at the Hall, a game ending on a catcher's interference call, the Milwaukee Brewers two-month tear and Toronto changing Buster's mind. Later, Jake Peavy discusses Tarik Skubal getting guys out in the box and what the Phillies are missing. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:22 Steve Phillips 33:02 Tim Kurkjian 46:53 Jake Peavy 1:02:02 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Karl Ravech, Eduardo Pérez and Buster hop in the Clown Car to discuss a brilliant 6 2/3 innings from Tarik Skubal on Sunday Night Baseball, Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch pulling Skubal in the 7th inning, the Texas Rangers still in the Wild Card race, the Milwaukee Brewers winning 10-straight with a sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Toronto Blue Jays proving they're for real, and President Trump calling for the Cleveland Guardians to revert back to the Indians. Then, Buster sits down with Bruce Bochy and asks him if he'll manager after this season. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. And, Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler talks to Mike Couzens and Doug Glanville. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:31 Clown Car 21:53 Bruce Bochy 35:04 Sarah Langs 35:56 Dillon Dingler w/ Mike Couzens & Doug Glanville Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Buster's return to the podcast, what Tim liked and didn't like during his trip to Atlanta for the All-Star Game, and Pete Alonso's idea to change baseball. Plus, Buster unloads his trade deadline notebook and Tim reacts. Then, The Boston Globe's Dan Shaughnessy stops by to talk about the twist and turns of the Red Sox's first half, and the plan for the second half. Later, Sarah Langs has an essay with numbers from the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:39 Tim Kurkjian 27:01 Dan Shaughnessy 37:45 Sarah Langs 40:11 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Baseball Tonight LIVE presented by Sage! Today, we're recapping Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh winning the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby and Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero's coming out party as runner-up. Plus, a look ahead to after the All-Star break, including the AL East race, whether The Big Dumper has a case for MVP over the New York Yankees' Aaron Judge, and if the Los Angeles Dodgers will return to the World Series. Later, we'll examine the upcoming MLB trade deadline and how the Diamondbacks are the lynchpin this season. All that and more with Sam Ravech, David Schoenfield, Eduardo Pérez and Clinton Yates. WATCH THE FULL SHOW HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Karl Ravech, Eduardo Pérez and Todd Frazier discuss Cal Raleigh winning the Home Run Derby, Cal's brother T catching for him, a coming out party for Junior Caminero, Paul Skenes facing Tarik Skubal in the All-Star Game, Fraizer's All-Star Game experience as a player, and the biggest mystery of the night. Then, Jesse Rogers joins for Bleacher Tweets to talk about the red hot Red Sox, Mark Buehrle's statue unveiling, the Brewers, and which changes he'd make to the Derby if crowned emperor of baseball. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:47 Clown Car 19:04 Bleacher Tweets w/ Jesse Rogers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo and The Pat McAfee Show's Ty Schmidt discuss what they're watching for in the approaching Home Run Derby, Monday at 8PM ET on ESPN. Then the crew of The Just Baseball Show joins Hembo to conduct an all-time home run derby draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Passan and Rays closer Pete Fairbanks discuss Pokemon and the Tampa Bay way. Then, Jeff and Kiley McDaniel look at how the recent changes atop the Nationals will impact their draft approach, before going through some of the "best of's" in the upcoming MLB Draft. And Jeff checks in with John Schneider, manager of baseball's hottest team, the Toronto Blue Jays on what has made the difference for Toronto since Memorial Day. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 08:02 Pete Fairbanks 23:24 Kiley McDaniel 41:09 John Schneider 01:02:41 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Karl Ravech, Eduardo Perez and David Cone discuss Matthew Boyd on the attack from the mound, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki's friendship, the Cardinals' position of flux, the Nationals firing GM Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez, how those moves impact the clubhouse in D.C., and which team is going to make a trade that puts them in the driver's seat heading into the postseason. Then, Ravy talks to a couple of pals in Crow-Armstrong and Seiya. Next, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. And, Todd Radom sits in on Bleacher Tweets. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:35 Clown Car 28:20 Karl Ravech with Pete Crow-Armstrong & Seiya Suzuki 41:25 Sarah Langs 42:49 Bleacher Tweets with Todd Radom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo and Apple TV+'s Tricia Whitaker discuss what makes Kevin Cash so good at his job, Junior Caminero, seeing the venom between the Padres and Dodgers up close, the best mid-game interview in baseball, and what it's like to take a Gatorade bath on the sidelines. Then, Kiley McDaniel talks about the major league bloodlines of Ethan Holliday and Eli Willits, who's going 1-1 in the 2025 MLB Draft, who's next up as the top prospect in baseball and if Jacob Misiorowski is actually human. Later, Keith Costas on how the Cardinals will approach the trade deadline and Ronald Acuña Jr.'s torrid return to the sport. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 09:48 Tricia Whitaker 22:43 Kiley McDaniel 36:23 Keith Costas 49:26 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jesse Rogers and Tim Kurkjian discuss the Yankees' inability to win in big moments, winning streaks for the Marlins and Pirates, how Jed Hoyer is examining the Cubs' bullpen, the Astros still chugging along despite missing Yordon Álvarez, Javier Báez's resurgence, and whether they'd take Paul Skenes or Tarik Skubal to win one game. Then, Jesse talks to Steven Kwan from the dugout in Wrigley about his family stuffing the All-Star Game ballot box, the Guardians needing to return to their identity, wintering in Chicago, offseason pursuits and being humbled by a 10-year-old in chess. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 09:31 Tim Kurkjian 31:25 Steven Kwan 36:56 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster take to the streets of Detroit on foot following Tarik Skubal's 13 strikeout performance on Sunday Night Baseball. The guys discuss what transpired over Skubal's seven innings, the Rays nipping at the Yankees' heels, if Tampa Bay will make any moves at the deadline, Dave Parker's passing, Shohei Ohtani's two innings of work on Saturday, and the pesky Astros. Plus, the guys lose Buster, take a long turn and jam to some music on the street. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game with help from Josh Bell, Steven Matz and Nick Martinez. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:39 Clown Car 25:29 The Numbers Game 26:58 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss how Tarik Skubal impacts the Tigers' pitching staff when he's not on the mound, Jacob Misiorowski vs. Paul Skenes and how young starting pitchers are arriving faster, and the Home Run Derby field starting to take shape. Then, A's shortstop Jacob Wilson talks about which players he's heard from as he ascends in the All-Star voting, his swing, which swings he admires, his dad, and the toughest pitchers he's faced. Next, Sarah Langs on Misiorowski. Later, Todd Radom shares his thoughts on the post-Rafael Devers Red Sox and the Ballpark & Beyond. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:02 Jorge Castillo 27:31 Jacob Wilson 41:20 Sarah Langs 43:22 Todd Radom 56:58 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss the Chase Burnes' electric debut, the hit batsman crisis in baseball, what happened to Michael Harris II, what's holding Elly De La Cruz back, and their appreciation for Mookie Betts. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the A's putting a shovel in the ground in Las Vegas, All-Star Game voting, if the Mets or Yankees have bigger problems, Anthony Volpe's critics, and the passing of their friend Scott Miller. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:17 Hembo 33:51 Tim Kurkjian 55:34 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices