On the podcast, open.spotify.com/episode/3taP... we held an offseason roundtable, with Alden Gonzalez, Jesse Rogers, Jorge Castillo; analysis from Paul Hembekides, about three sleeper free agents, the World Series, Harper.
After Your Shower: The Offseason is Here; Reporter Roundtable; Hembo; “Green Fields of the Mind”
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On the podcast, open.spotify.com/episode/3taP... we held an offseason roundtable, with Alden Gonzalez, Jesse Rogers, Jorge Castillo; analysis from Paul Hembekides, about three sleeper free agents, the World Series, Harper.
Podcast open.spotify.com/episode/7AvT... A conversation with new Giants Manager Tony Vitello, about his first contact with Buster Posey and their conversations about helping players get better, the future and past HOFers who served as sounding boards; Karl Ravech talks Skubal, Alonso, World Series.
Ambitious Vision: New Giants Manager Tony Vitello; Ravy on the Red Sox & Pete Alonso
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November 7, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Podcast open.spotify.com/episode/7AvT... A conversation with new Giants Manager Tony Vitello, about his first contact with Buster Posey and their conversations about helping players get better, the future and past HOFers who served as sounding boards; Karl Ravech talks Skubal, Alonso, World Series.
Podcast open.spotify.com/episode/7yK0... The Dodgers win Game 6, with Mookie Betts, Miguel Rojas, Kike Hernandez pitching in -- now we get ready for Game 7 that could be filled with Cy Young winners and MVPs. A conversation with the Jays' Ernie Clement.
Party in the Club: Dodgers Win Game 6; World Series Game 7 on Deck; Clown Stroll
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November 1, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Podcast open.spotify.com/episode/7yK0... The Dodgers win Game 6, with Mookie Betts, Miguel Rojas, Kike Hernandez pitching in -- now we get ready for Game 7 that could be filled with Cy Young winners and MVPs. A conversation with the Jays' Ernie Clement.
Which team has the edge in every aspect of the Fall Classic? We asked around the sport to find out.
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Who will win Dodgers-Blue Jays World Series? MLB scouts, execs and managers make their predictions
Which team has the edge in every aspect of the Fall Classic? We asked around the sport to find out.
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October 23, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Which team has the edge in every aspect of the Fall Classic? We asked around the sport to find out.
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Podcast
spotify.link/J2CNtaoNCXb Karl Ravech and Tim Kurkjian talk Game 7 -- will Mariners pitch to Vladdy, the state of the pitching of both teams, Vitello/Giants, Ohtani; Sarah Langs essay, and Numbers Game; David Vassegh talks Ohtani, Dodger clubhouse beer showers.
spotify.link/J2CNtaoNCXb Karl Ravech and Tim Kurkjian talk Game 7 -- will Mariners pitch to Vladdy, the state of the pitching of both teams, Vitello/Giants, Ohtani; Sarah Langs essay, and Numbers Game; David Vassegh talks Ohtani, Dodger clubhouse beer showers.
Magnum Opus: Shohei Ohtani Bends Space and Time; Mariners-Blue Jays Goes to Game 7
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The series shifts to Toronto with Seattle a win from the World Series. Here's what the Blue Jays and Mariners must do from here.
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Keys to ALCS Game 6 (and maybe 7): Superstar dilemmas, secret heroes and numbers to watch
The series shifts to Toronto with Seattle a win from the World Series. Here's what the Blue Jays and Mariners must do from here.
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October 19, 2025 at 12:30 PM
The series shifts to Toronto with Seattle a win from the World Series. Here's what the Blue Jays and Mariners must do from here.
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From Elias Sports, about Detroit's Game 1 victory:
In the expansion era (since 1961), teams that win the first game of a multi-game playoff series in extras are 25–2 in series outcomes. Exceptions: the Athletics in the 2003 ALDS vs. Boston and the Phillies in the 2022 World Series vs. Houston.
In the expansion era (since 1961), teams that win the first game of a multi-game playoff series in extras are 25–2 in series outcomes. Exceptions: the Athletics in the 2003 ALDS vs. Boston and the Phillies in the 2022 World Series vs. Houston.
October 5, 2025 at 4:12 PM
From Elias Sports, about Detroit's Game 1 victory:
In the expansion era (since 1961), teams that win the first game of a multi-game playoff series in extras are 25–2 in series outcomes. Exceptions: the Athletics in the 2003 ALDS vs. Boston and the Phillies in the 2022 World Series vs. Houston.
In the expansion era (since 1961), teams that win the first game of a multi-game playoff series in extras are 25–2 in series outcomes. Exceptions: the Athletics in the 2003 ALDS vs. Boston and the Phillies in the 2022 World Series vs. Houston.
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Karl Ravech, David Cone and Eduardo Perez
take the Clown Subway after Game 2, with input from fans; Taylor McGregor talks Guards-Tigers, Cubs-Padres, Dodgers-Reds, Snitker, Rockies plan for what's next.
Karl Ravech, David Cone and Eduardo Perez
take the Clown Subway after Game 2, with input from fans; Taylor McGregor talks Guards-Tigers, Cubs-Padres, Dodgers-Reds, Snitker, Rockies plan for what's next.
Clown Caboose: Exciting First Day of the Postseason; Yankees-Red Sox Recap from the Subway
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October 2, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Karl Ravech, David Cone and Eduardo Perez
take the Clown Subway after Game 2, with input from fans; Taylor McGregor talks Guards-Tigers, Cubs-Padres, Dodgers-Reds, Snitker, Rockies plan for what's next.
Karl Ravech, David Cone and Eduardo Perez
take the Clown Subway after Game 2, with input from fans; Taylor McGregor talks Guards-Tigers, Cubs-Padres, Dodgers-Reds, Snitker, Rockies plan for what's next.
Reposted by Buster Olney
Shohei Ohtani just established ANOTHER 50-50 club, this one for 50 HR hit & 50 strikeouts as a pitcher
the only other 50-HR hitter with any strikeouts as pitcher that season is 1921 Babe Ruth, with 3 strikeouts
the only other 50-HR hitter with any strikeouts as pitcher that season is 1921 Babe Ruth, with 3 strikeouts
September 17, 2025 at 4:27 AM
Shohei Ohtani just established ANOTHER 50-50 club, this one for 50 HR hit & 50 strikeouts as a pitcher
the only other 50-HR hitter with any strikeouts as pitcher that season is 1921 Babe Ruth, with 3 strikeouts
the only other 50-HR hitter with any strikeouts as pitcher that season is 1921 Babe Ruth, with 3 strikeouts
Juan Soto is on pace to finish the season with:
123 runs
106 RBI
150 hits
127 walks
19 doubles
44 homers
34 steals
123 runs
106 RBI
150 hits
127 walks
19 doubles
44 homers
34 steals
September 18, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Juan Soto is on pace to finish the season with:
123 runs
106 RBI
150 hits
127 walks
19 doubles
44 homers
34 steals
123 runs
106 RBI
150 hits
127 walks
19 doubles
44 homers
34 steals
The last 35 games the Red Sox played with Roman Anthony, in which he hit .326/.427/.530:
A 22-13 W-L record
Since Anthony got hurt:
3-6 W-L
Team .232/.289/.368 slash line
3.9 runs per game
A 22-13 W-L record
Since Anthony got hurt:
3-6 W-L
Team .232/.289/.368 slash line
3.9 runs per game
September 14, 2025 at 11:18 AM
The last 35 games the Red Sox played with Roman Anthony, in which he hit .326/.427/.530:
A 22-13 W-L record
Since Anthony got hurt:
3-6 W-L
Team .232/.289/.368 slash line
3.9 runs per game
A 22-13 W-L record
Since Anthony got hurt:
3-6 W-L
Team .232/.289/.368 slash line
3.9 runs per game
From skippers possibly managing their final games to front office execs facing uncertainty, we break down looming decisions for a number of teams.
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Olney: Potential MLB managerial and front office changes on the horizon
From skippers possibly managing their final games to front office execs facing uncertainty, we break down looming changes for a number of teams.
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September 10, 2025 at 12:19 PM
From skippers possibly managing their final games to front office execs facing uncertainty, we break down looming decisions for a number of teams.
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Within our obituary, Jim Palmer tells an amazing story that gives insight into the mind of Davey Johnson, who once went to the mound with analytic advice for Dave McNally. Johnson has passed away at the age of 82. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Davey Johnson, manager of '86 Mets, dies at 82
Davey Johnson, the manager of the 1986 world champion New York Mets, has died. He was 82.
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September 6, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Within our obituary, Jim Palmer tells an amazing story that gives insight into the mind of Davey Johnson, who once went to the mound with analytic advice for Dave McNally. Johnson has passed away at the age of 82. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
We've got Braves, Phillies on Sunday Night Baseball. From Elias Sports: Over his 5 games in '25––covering four starts and a relief appearance––ATL's Hurston Waldrep is 4–0 with a 0.90 ERA. Since 1950, only 2 other rookies won at least 4 of their first 5 games, w/ ERA below 1.00-- Fernando and Shota.
August 31, 2025 at 1:59 PM
We've got Braves, Phillies on Sunday Night Baseball. From Elias Sports: Over his 5 games in '25––covering four starts and a relief appearance––ATL's Hurston Waldrep is 4–0 with a 0.90 ERA. Since 1950, only 2 other rookies won at least 4 of their first 5 games, w/ ERA below 1.00-- Fernando and Shota.
Podcast: open.spotify.com/episode/5Mtb... Author Jane Leavy discusses her new book Make Me Commissioner, and all the great conversations she had along the way; Jorge Castillo discusses the Mets' pitching staff; Sarah Langs's essay on Schwarber; and Todd Radom talks Billy Goat Curse.
Who Smells Now? Mets Sweep the Phillies; Real Ways to Improve MLB; Where Will Kyle Schwarber Land in Free Agency?
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August 30, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Podcast: open.spotify.com/episode/5Mtb... Author Jane Leavy discusses her new book Make Me Commissioner, and all the great conversations she had along the way; Jorge Castillo discusses the Mets' pitching staff; Sarah Langs's essay on Schwarber; and Todd Radom talks Billy Goat Curse.
Giancarlo Stanton in his last 27 games:
13 homers
30 RBI
.337/.394/.826
13 homers
30 RBI
.337/.394/.826
August 27, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Giancarlo Stanton in his last 27 games:
13 homers
30 RBI
.337/.394/.826
13 homers
30 RBI
.337/.394/.826
Welcome to 'Milwaukee Community College': How the Brewers built a $115 million juggernaut
As small-market Milwaukee rolls along with MLB's best record, everyone wants to know the Brew Crew's secret formula.
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As small-market Milwaukee rolls along with MLB's best record, everyone wants to know the Brew Crew's secret formula.
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Welcome to 'Milwaukee Community College': How the Brewers built a $115 million juggernaut
As small-market Milwaukee rolls along with MLB's best record, everyone wants to know the Brew Crew's secret formula.
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August 27, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Welcome to 'Milwaukee Community College': How the Brewers built a $115 million juggernaut
As small-market Milwaukee rolls along with MLB's best record, everyone wants to know the Brew Crew's secret formula.
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As small-market Milwaukee rolls along with MLB's best record, everyone wants to know the Brew Crew's secret formula.
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The Padres since the trade deadline: 14-7
Ramon Laureano, picked up from the O's (with a very affordable $6.5m option for next season, is hitting .338. Ryan O'Hearn hitting .275/.376/.467 for SD. Mason Miller with 1 ER allowed in 9 IP, 16 strikeouts.
Ramon Laureano, picked up from the O's (with a very affordable $6.5m option for next season, is hitting .338. Ryan O'Hearn hitting .275/.376/.467 for SD. Mason Miller with 1 ER allowed in 9 IP, 16 strikeouts.
August 24, 2025 at 12:04 PM
The Padres since the trade deadline: 14-7
Ramon Laureano, picked up from the O's (with a very affordable $6.5m option for next season, is hitting .338. Ryan O'Hearn hitting .275/.376/.467 for SD. Mason Miller with 1 ER allowed in 9 IP, 16 strikeouts.
Ramon Laureano, picked up from the O's (with a very affordable $6.5m option for next season, is hitting .338. Ryan O'Hearn hitting .275/.376/.467 for SD. Mason Miller with 1 ER allowed in 9 IP, 16 strikeouts.
Little Leaguers spending time with their favorite MLB stars, autographs and more. Here's what makes Williamsport so special.
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Here's what makes the Little League Classic so special
Little Leaguers spending time with their favorite MLB stars, autographs and more. Here's what makes Williamsport so special.
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August 17, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Little Leaguers spending time with their favorite MLB stars, autographs and more. Here's what makes Williamsport so special.
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After the trade deadline,
@Kurkjian_ESPN and I handed out grades for all 30 teams -- 30 teams in 35 minutes -- and @JeffPassan offered his assessment. This was a lot of fun. And we were joined by Cubs' exec Jed Hoyer.
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@Kurkjian_ESPN and I handed out grades for all 30 teams -- 30 teams in 35 minutes -- and @JeffPassan offered his assessment. This was a lot of fun. And we were joined by Cubs' exec Jed Hoyer.
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2025 MLB Trade Deadline Reaction! | Baseball Tonight Live
YouTube video by ESPN
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August 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
After the trade deadline,
@Kurkjian_ESPN and I handed out grades for all 30 teams -- 30 teams in 35 minutes -- and @JeffPassan offered his assessment. This was a lot of fun. And we were joined by Cubs' exec Jed Hoyer.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVOO...
@Kurkjian_ESPN and I handed out grades for all 30 teams -- 30 teams in 35 minutes -- and @JeffPassan offered his assessment. This was a lot of fun. And we were joined by Cubs' exec Jed Hoyer.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVOO...
The Yankees continue to work on adding bullpen help, according to rival evaluators, and they have talked with other teams about right-handed hitting outfielders. Former Yankee Harrison Bader is among those discussed, as well as White Sox outfielder Austin Slater.
July 28, 2025 at 7:12 PM
The Yankees continue to work on adding bullpen help, according to rival evaluators, and they have talked with other teams about right-handed hitting outfielders. Former Yankee Harrison Bader is among those discussed, as well as White Sox outfielder Austin Slater.
From the contenders to the rebuilders, here's what every front office is thinking ahead of the July 31 deadline.
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Passan's ultimate MLB trade deadline preview: Where all 30 teams stand, best fits and latest intel
From the contenders to the rebuilders, here's what every front office is thinking ahead of the July 31 deadline.
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July 23, 2025 at 11:12 AM
From the contenders to the rebuilders, here's what every front office is thinking ahead of the July 31 deadline.
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Yankees are 4 games behind TOR in the AL East, lead the Wildcard race by 2 games. Something worth remembering down the stretch: Per Fangraphs, they have the easiest remaining schedule for any AL team. This is how they'll wrap the season, starting Sept. 15:
3 g. at MIN
4 at BAL
3 vs. CWS
3 vs. BAL
3 g. at MIN
4 at BAL
3 vs. CWS
3 vs. BAL
July 22, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Yankees are 4 games behind TOR in the AL East, lead the Wildcard race by 2 games. Something worth remembering down the stretch: Per Fangraphs, they have the easiest remaining schedule for any AL team. This is how they'll wrap the season, starting Sept. 15:
3 g. at MIN
4 at BAL
3 vs. CWS
3 vs. BAL
3 g. at MIN
4 at BAL
3 vs. CWS
3 vs. BAL
What you need to know about this year's Home Run Derby hitters -- and the coaches, fathers and stepfathers they chose for their biggest moment.
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Olney: Breaking down the Derby contestants -- and their pitchers
What you need to know about this year's hitters -- and the coaches, fathers and stepfathers they chose for their biggest moment.
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July 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
What you need to know about this year's Home Run Derby hitters -- and the coaches, fathers and stepfathers they chose for their biggest moment.
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Playoff odds for some of the teams on the fringe of the wildcard races, per Fangraphs, as decisions are made about buying or selling:
Cardinals 23.4%
Twins 22.6%
Rangers 17.3%
Royals 11.3%
Reds 10.7%
Guardians 10.3%
D-Backs 8.7%
Angels 5%
Braves 4.4%
Orioles 2.7%
Cardinals 23.4%
Twins 22.6%
Rangers 17.3%
Royals 11.3%
Reds 10.7%
Guardians 10.3%
D-Backs 8.7%
Angels 5%
Braves 4.4%
Orioles 2.7%
July 13, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Playoff odds for some of the teams on the fringe of the wildcard races, per Fangraphs, as decisions are made about buying or selling:
Cardinals 23.4%
Twins 22.6%
Rangers 17.3%
Royals 11.3%
Reds 10.7%
Guardians 10.3%
D-Backs 8.7%
Angels 5%
Braves 4.4%
Orioles 2.7%
Cardinals 23.4%
Twins 22.6%
Rangers 17.3%
Royals 11.3%
Reds 10.7%
Guardians 10.3%
D-Backs 8.7%
Angels 5%
Braves 4.4%
Orioles 2.7%