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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 4h

Podcast youtu.be/PBHmrzrLOVs White Sox GM Chris Getz talks Murakami, how the team has constructed its pitching in this postseason; Michael King emerges from the bullpen and saves the Padres' season v. Milwaukee. @THEREAL_DV talks Dodgers/ATL, Yamamoto, Hernandez, Ohtani. Big day of playoffs ahead!

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Dodgers, Rays, White Sox, Brewers Look to Close Series + Are the Yankees Headed Home? | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Podcast youtu.be/9ZXfpCRT5m0 David Schoenfield discusses Chourio, Miller, the Brewers' crazy win, the Braves' decision to hold Sale to Game 3, the White Sox situation going into Game 2. @RealMichaelKay talks Rays, Yankees, Judge.

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Rays Up in 1-0 ALDS as Schlittler Starts for Yankees + Guardians Must Win vs. White Sox | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Managers, coaches rank homefield advantage among the eight DS teams. From atmosphere to unique structures, some places are harder to play than others. Here are the clubs who benefit the most. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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MLB 2026 playoffs: Ranking home-field advantage for every team

From atmosphere to unique structures, some places are harder to play than others. Here are the clubs who benefit the most.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

If we bunt, we win': How the Rays developed a secret weapon -- the bunt In the era of the long ball, the Rays want to be able to win with something a little closer to home. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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MLB playoffs 2026: The Tampa Bay Rays can beat you with a bunt

In the era of the long ball, the Rays want to win with something a little closer to home.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Podcast youtu.be/cW0RNivsk8g David Ross talks Padres, Cubs, White Sox, booing Houston fans; Eduardo Perez from Yankee Stadium, in aftermath of Yankees' sweep; Kevin Neghandi discusses the Phillies and Braves, Game 3.

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New York Yankees, San Diego Padres & Chicago White Sox Win Wild Card Series 2-0 | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Podcast youtu.be/GD1McKbJGgY Reviewing Day 1 of the playoffs -- the Braves, Astros, Yankees and Padres launch into the postseason. Kevin Connors talks Schlittler, Petco Park, CWS young hitters; Kiley McDaniel discusses the Austin Riley moment, and Mattingly's decision to summon Duran for the 7th

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Tatis & Machado Power Padres to HUGE Win Over Cubs + MLB Wild Card Recaps | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On the podcast, a playoff roundtable. youtu.be/QUcMheKiKcI Jesse Rogers and David Schoenfield predict every series, talk through Verlander and Scherzer '26 finales, and run through the major awards.

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MLB Playoff Picture is Settled ⚾️ Predicting Wild Card Round Winners 🃏 | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Seven left-handers on the Red Sox staff for the WC series vs. the Yankees: Payton Tolle Ranger Suarez Aroldis Chapman Garret Crochet Jake Bennett Alec Gamboa Erik Miller

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

From an unlikely A and F to whole lot of C's: Full regular-season grades for all 30 MLB teams Whether your team is headed to October or packing its bags for the offseason, how did 2026 measure up to expectations? www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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Full final 2026 regular-season grades for all 30 MLB teams

Whether your team is headed to October or packing its bags for the offseason, how did 2026 measure up to expectations?

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Look on the bright side: Silver linings for MLB's non-playoff teams Your favorite team won't be playing in October -- but that doesn't mean the season was a total loss. Right? www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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Silver linings for MLB's 2026 non-playoff teams

Your favorite team won't be playing in October -- but that doesn't mean the season was a total loss. Right?

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Podcast youtu.be/xA-Q7P5bJX0 Where we stand as we enter the last days of the regular season. David Schoenfield discusses the AL Central race, what a first-round bye would do for the Guardians, the injury to Judge, and signs of momentum with the Dodgers.

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Do the Yankees have any championship hopes without Aaron Judge? 🤔 | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Podcast youtu.be/QCAb5oW_9Ss @PaulHembo thinks the AL MVP race is over, and he has a convincing argument; Hembo talks about how Skubal has improved since joining the Dodgers; @JesseRogersESPN talks about the White Sox-Guards race, whether PCA will be a unanimous pick for the MVP.

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Dodgers clinch another division title but Brewers are NOT slowing down 😤 | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Podcast youtu.be/EHd7d6dJCEY A great conversation with Guardians Hall of Fame broadcaster Tom Hamilton about the AL Central race, the White Sox breakout; Tim Kurkjian talks about Aaron Boone's pitch for Cam Schlittler as MVP, a past MVP vote, the O's and Mike Elias, Verlander's last outing, Vitello.

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Guardians' Pitching Has Cleveland in the MLB Playoff Picture | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Podcast youtu.be/IMXg6K994ww Peter Moylan ranks the most dangerous NL teams, starting with MIL, and discusses Ohtani's knee issue; Sarah Langs, the Numbers Game; David Schoenfield talks De Paula, Ohtani; and the Yankees' Michael Kay shares memories of the hours and days after the 9/11 attacks.

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The Milwaukee Brewers Just Don't Slump 😤 And the National League Better Beware | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Podcast youtu.be/fD6bsd8FyHQ Tim Kurkjian talks Judge, Ohtani, Doug Eddings/Hancel Rincon, the Phillies; Paul Hembekides discusses the White Sox M and M and M Boys, Rafael Devers's future, Roman Anthony, a first round AL matchup; Brewers' walk-off, 90th win.

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Will Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani Get it Going Before the MLB Playoffs⁉️ | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Podcast youtu.be/Hdkv4l5aT8E Paul Hembekides talks about Harper's bounce-back season, the Cubs' freakish ability to hit spin, what's next for Shohei, and the Angels; Sarah Langs and The Numbers Game; Todd Radom on all the HR robberies; Taylor Schwink talks O's.

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🚶 Phillies Needed This Version of Bryce Harper The Most | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

On the podcast, youtu.be/B6kGaqjxs7I Hall of Famer .@RealCJ10 discussed one of the most pivotal games in MLB history -- the Eric Gregg Game 5 of the 1997 NLCS, a crossroad that led to the ABS system of today. He also talks PCA, The Miz. @JesseRogersESPN position players pitching, Ohtani, etc.

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"I Couldn't Hit His Strike Zone with a Telephone Pole" 😮 | BBTN Pon

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

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"I Couldn't Hit His Strike Zone with a Telephone Pole" 😮 | BBTN Pon

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Remaining strength of schedule for every MLB playoff contender Which teams have the most -- and least -- favorable paths to October? We broke down every playoff hopefuls September matchups. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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2026 MLB playoff contenders: Remaining strength of schedule

Which teams have the most -- and least -- favorable paths to October? We broke down every playoff hopefuls September matchups.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

The playoff picture in the AL is a classic example of why MLB should re-seed in the playoffs round to round. As of now: TB would play the winner of the BOS-NYY wildcard series. Those are the 3 best AL teams. On the other side of the bracket, the White Sox would play the winner of the CLE-HOU series.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Podcast: youtu.be/mN6RJCeWndA Tim Kurkjian talks about Ravech, PCA/MVP, Ohtani and the question of pitching, the race for the third wildcards in the NL, the Braves, the Yankees' series v. Boston.

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Yankees-Red Sox Setting Up for a Wild Card Showdown in the Bronx | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Podcast youtu.be/643STYzvf0c Chris Sale dominates, Jacob Misiorowski gets it done; Paul Hembekides talks Pratt, Painter, one team's crazy-easy schedule; Kiley McDaniel discusses the new farm system rankings for the Mets, Angels, Dodgers, Brewers.

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Why a weak schedule is the Mariners' BEST FRIEND | BBTNP

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

It's really hard to go to sleep': For Venezuelan stars, WBC joy eclipsed by earthquake relief effort MLB's Venezuelan players have shifted their focus from celebration to salvation amid tragedy back home. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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For Venezuelan players, WBC joy eclipsed by earthquake relief effort

MLB's Venezuelan players have shifted their focus from celebration to salvation amid tragedy back home.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Reranking every MLB farm system from 1 to 30 The busiest stretch of the year for adding prospects has passed. Here's how every organization stacks up now. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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Updated 2026 MLB farm system rankings: Prospect insights, analysis

The busiest stretch of the year for adding prospects has passed. Here's how every organization stacks up now.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

On the podcast: youtu.be/A7PIHTW4U3g @nickpiecoro does a deep dive into the Ketel Marte situation, for the other players, manager; @Alden_Gonzalez talks about his story on the WBC players who shared in Venezuela's championship and their effort to help their homeland; the new SD owners.

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A deep dive into Ketel Marte's no-show and where the Diamondbacks go from here | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Podcast youtu.be/Qftw9sdUrLs Eric Hosmer talks about the Ketel Marte drama in Arizona, PCA v. Ohtani, the crazy race for the 3rd wildcard in the AL, Kade Anderson, LL Classic; Karl Ravech is honored by Mitchell, Sale, Eduardo Perez and the entire Braves' team.

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Spotted at a casino 👀 ?! Breaking down the latest in the Ketel Marte saga | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Podcast youtu.be/34mVhrmst9A Tim Kurkjian talks about the Ohtani contract language and why his agent would angle to opt out of his current deal; Kade Anderson; Joshua Baez; The Miz and the Brewers' big weekend.

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Why this Cubs defense could be the best EVER 🌟 | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Podcast youtu.be/Qnnr3JS09hA Jake Peavy talks Skenes, Max Scherzer/Justin Verlander, a team the Dodgers should fear; Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game; Paul Hembekides brings the heat with shocking George Lombard Jr. numbers, Will Smith, Julio Rodriguez, Skenes analysis, Edwin Diaz convo.

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‼️ANOTHER BLOWN SAVE ‼️ How worried should the Dodgers be about Edwin Diaz? | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Podcast youtu.be/1P13s66Ljqg @karlravechespn talks about his conversation with Alex Cora, and discusses George Lombard Jr.; @jorgecastillo discusses the summit that Peralta arranged between Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, and the ceilings of the best AL teams.

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George Lombard Jr. Throws Like... Dan Marino!

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The hottest team ... ever? How Red Sox turned their season around -- and what it means Will a historic run lead to the World Series? We break down Boston's epic comeback. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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How Boston Red Sox turned their season around -- and what it means

Will a historic run lead to the World Series? We break down Boston's epic comeback.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

On the podcast youtu.be/DebgAJ0tyT4 Rich Hill talks about the Red Sox, their collective change in approach at the plate, the Dodgers and their culture, the importance of Chase Utley -- and how he has thoughts of a possible return to the mound in the future.

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Which Former Major Leaguer is Making a Difference for the Dodgers? | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

'I'm glad we're not in the NL': What MLB scouts, execs are saying about MLB trade deadline deals. What do scouts and execs think about the biggest blockbusters and which teams had the best deadlines? Our insider panel weighs in. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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MLB execs on 2026 trade deadline deals: Skubal, Rutschman, more

Our panel of baseball insiders weighs in on the biggest blockbusters, which teams had the best deadline and more.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

MLB trade deadline awards: The team that got better but still upset fans, the risk-takers and more Here's what we learned from this year's deals -- and titles for the teams with the most interesting elements of the 2026 deadline. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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2026 MLB trade deadline awards: Dodgers, Yankees, Mets, more

Here's what we learned from this year's deals -- and titles for the teams with the most interesting elements of the 2026 deadline.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Podcast youtu.be/F__xvYnj-f4 David Schoenfield breaks down the Skubal deal from the LAD perspective, the DET perspective; discusses the Yankees' acquisition of Luis Garcia; the Rays' deal for Freddy Peralta; the White Sox get Luis Castillo; and a team that deserves an apology.

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Quit Crying! Dodgers Trade for Tarik Skubal and That's a Good Thing | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

The Tigers moved to within 2 1/2 games of the third wildcard with their win last night; they are 31-20 since the start of June (a 98-win pace); and yet per Fangraphs, the Skubal trade cut their playoff chances significantly, to 19%.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

The 12 teams most desperate to make a deadline deal -- and their biggest needs From the Yankees and Red Sox to the Phillies and Cubs, the sport's biggest giants are among the clubs that need to take action ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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MLB trade deadline 2026: Teams desperate to make a move

From the Yankees and Red Sox to the Phillies and Cubs, the sport's giants are among the clubs that need to take action ahead of the Monday deadline.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Podcast youtu.be/GaHyv4tv3TY @TheRealHoz35 digs into the first major trade of this season, with the Red Sox and Nats; the Miz; what it was like when the Royals landed Zobrist and Cueto; Salvador Perez breaks George Brett's record; the Yankees' loss of Cody Bellinger.

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Yankees Need to Make a Move. What Will They Do at the Trade Deadline? | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

What trio of new Hall of Famers means for Cooperstown -- and the growth of baseball Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent represent three countries, a dozen teams and a whole lot more. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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Hall of Fame 2026: What Beltran, Jones, Kent mean for Cooperstown

Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent represent three countries, a dozen teams and a whole lot more.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

MLB trade grades: Red Sox and Nats make first major deal of trade season Trade season has officially begun! Here's our running scorecard for every big move before the Aug. 3 deadline arrives. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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2026 MLB trade deadline grades: Report cards for every deal

Trade season has officially begun! Here's our running scorecard for every big move before the Aug. 3 deadline arrives.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Podcast youtu.be/KhQIWbiU-ws Paul Hembekides discusses Hunter Goodman, the future MVP of the NL, a White Sox player with special power; David Schoenfield talks about the ideal landing spot for Mason Miller, and whether it's time for the Blue Jays to sell.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong Gains Ground on Shohei Ohtani with DEFENSE | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Podcast: youtu.be/lll9g26fjTcA conversation with . MIL's Pat Murphy about The Miz, what MIL's plans are for him the rest of the year, what was learned from last year's playoffs; Jorge Castillo discusses the Perfect Fits for contenders, and what is going on with Jose Caballero and the pitch clock.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Will this trade deadline rock MLB or be a dud? Which teams hold the key? From the deepest positions to the teams with big decisions to make, here's what will shape this deadline. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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MLB trade deadline 2026: Early intel from Olney, Passan

From the deepest positions to the teams with big decisions to make, here's what will shape the weeks of dealing ahead.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Podcast youtu.be/RQBMso5hfvw @JesseRogersESPN talks about the Red Sox winning streak; how Shohei's pitching injury opens up the NL MVP convo; the White Sox draft war room; @jorgecastillo's story on the lack of Latin American representation in the PA leadership; and buy, sell or hold for HOU, etc.

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Shohei Ohtani's grip on the NL MVP race is loosening. Does PCA have a legitimate shot? 🤔 | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Podcast youtu.be/VYrO_0529dc We have a roundtable with Tim Kurkjian and Paul Hembekides discussing which division winners will hold the lead, whether SD should trade Mason Miller, and the Sandlot theme in the All-Star Game; Sarah Langs Numbers; and Todd Radom's quiz.

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Which Teams Could Shape the MLB Trade Deadline? | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Podcast youtu.be/FsHDM6avjGs Eduardo Perez talks about All-Star game concerns, Jordan Walker's HR Derby performance, Philly fans; and we talk with All-Stars about Misiorowski, what it will take for somebody to beat the Dodgers.

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Jordan Walker Takes Down Kyle Schwarber in 2026 MLB Home Run Derby | BBTN Pod

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Breaking down the Home Run Derby contestants -- and their pitchers What you need to know about this year's hitters -- and the coaches and fathers they chose for their big moment. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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2026 MLB Home Run Derby: Breaking down the contestants

What you need to know about this year's hitters -- and the coaches and fathers they chose for their big moment.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

The last thing you want to do is lay an egg': What it's REALLY like doing the Home Run Derby in your home stadium Stars who have thrived -- and failed -- under the hometown Derby spotlight, share their stories and advice for Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...

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MLB All-Star Home Run Derby 2026: Lessons for Schwarber, Harper

Stars who have thrived -- and failed -- under the hometown Derby spotlight share their stories and advice for Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

The Five 1. Tristan Peters hits for the cycle; Murakami is back. 2. Red Sox win again; 7th straight. 1 1/2 behind in WC race. 3. Tigers win again; 6th straight. 2 1/2 behind in WC race. 4. Hunter Greene announces his presence with authority in 7 scoreless. 5. Caminero blasts No. 28; Rays 55-37.

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Buster Olney @busterespn.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

The Five 1. Marsee walks it off for Marlins; that's 24 wins in last 32 games. 2. MIL's Luis Lara gets first MLB hit. Shocking speed. 3. Wheeler dominates again; why isn't he an All-Star? 4. O'Hearn drives in 10 runs with three homers. 5. Tyler Tolbert carries hit streak to 12 straight at-bats.

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