Best Steve Acuña Podcasts (2025)

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Making a Ruling: Stars Are Out for Yankees-Dodgers; Buster’s Top 5; Jeff Berry Returns with The Equalizer 1:02:19

18h ago1:02:19

1:02:19

David Schoenfield and Buster discuss Juan Soto still going through it, the Yankees and Dodgers heading in opposite directions, Carlos Rodon’s buy-in, Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s splitter, Hall of Fame ballot preferences for the players on Sunday Night Baseball, and what happens to the Tigers when Tarik Skubal pitches. Then, Jeff Berry returns to the podca…

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Kissing Fish: Yoshinobu Yamamoto is an ACE; Red Sox Unraveling?; Will We Ever See a Batter Hit .400? 55:41

2d ago55:41

55:41

Hembo and Buster discuss Ronny Simon’s tough night, if the Red Sox’s season is unraveling, Yoshinobu Yamamoto garnering ace status in the league, Aaron Judge’s insane hits pace, Cal Raleigh’s season for the ages at catcher, and Tarik Skubal torturing hitting. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the buzz around Shohei Ohtani throwing, if the Yankees or D…

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Backseat Drivers: Clown Car Rolls After Mets Beat Dodgers; Juan Soto Update; Shohei Ohtani Pitches BP 45:48

5d ago45:48

45:48

Buster is in the Clown Car with David Cone and Eduardo Perez after Sunday Night Baseball. The guys discuss Juan Soto positivity, the Mets rallying around Soto after a rough week, Francisco Lindor explaining his transition period in New York, the spectacle of Shohei Ohtani throwing batting practice, if Clayton Kershaw will make an impact this season…

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Prepared: What Would Kiley McDaniel Do as GM of the Orioles, Phillies, Cardinals? Plus, Top Prospects & MLB Draft Lookahead 55:13

8d ago55:13

55:13

Kiley McDaniel and Buster discuss Kiley’s top 50 prospects at midseason, who’s moved up since his last ranking, which players could make an impact this season and the top of the 2025 MLB draft. Plus, what would Kiley do as the general manager of the Orioles, Phillies and Cardinals. Then, Sarah Langs on Juan Soto. Later, Todd Radom talks about the W…

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Ultimate Teammate: Juan Soto Out of Character; Mike Elias Faces the Music; Pete Crow-Armstrong the Next Superstar? 59:57

9d ago59:57

59:57

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Tim honoring his late brother Matt at Catholic University, if we'll look back at the last few days as the time that Juan Soto became a Met, Walker Buehler getting ejected and Aaron and Bret Boone exchanging lineup cards. Then Hembo stops by to talk about Juan Soto's passive approach at the plate, Mike Elias punting o…

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Jilted: Clown Car from the Booth; Juan Soto Returns to the Bronx; Brandon Hyde Out in Baltimore; Jose Alvarado Suspended 80 Games 42:56

12d ago42:56

42:56

Buster, David Coney, Eduardo Perez and Karl Ravech parked the Clown Car in the broadcast booth at Yankee Stadium following Sunday Night Baseball. They discuss an exciting Subway Series, Juan Soto’s emotions in his return to the Bronx, the Yankees’ improved outfield defense, Pete Alonso’s preparation, the Orioles firing Brandon Hyde and Jose Alvarad…

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Grown Man Conversation: Alternative History with Eric Hosmer; Ronald Acuña Jr. Plays Nice; Buster's Top 5 53:42

15d ago53:42

53:42

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos returning to Kansas City to celebrate the 2015 World Series, what advice he’d give to Craig Breslow about tough conversations with players, Juan Soto’s return to the Bronx and Ronald Acuña Jr. making amends. Then, Darryl Strawberry shares what his reception was like after returning to Shea Stadium as a Dodger. Nex…

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Holy Bleep: Pete Rose Off the Permanently Ineligible List; Javier Baez is Back; How Do the Yankees Handle 3B? 1:13:41

16d ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Hembo and Buster discuss Pete Rose and “Shoeless” Joe Jackson’s removal from the permanently ineligible list, the end (for now) of the Rafael Devers-to-first base drama, the Javier Baez renaissance and the Phillies gathering momentum. Then, Todd Radom shares his thoughts on Rose’s potential Hall of Fame induction. Plus, this week’s Ballpark & Beyon…

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Generous Use of Gestures: Rockies & Pirates Fire Their Managers; Phillies Look GOOD; The Latest on Rafael Devers 41:16

19d ago41:16

41:16

Buster, David Cone, Karl Ravech and Eduardo Perez discuss a big week for the Phillies, the Guardians lacking depth, the Rockies and Pirates firing their managers, and Rafael Devers’ refusing to play first base for the Red Sox. Plus, special guest Sydney Olney grades Eduardo Perez’s Japanese. Then, from Sunday Night Baseball, Steve Vogt was surprise…

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From Worcester: Buster’s Top 5; Mets and the Kick Change; Giancarlo Stanton Returning; First Base Solutions for Red Sox 57:15

22d ago57:15

57:15

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss how the kick change has elevated the Mets’ pitching, a great early season series between the Yankees and Padres, and why Rafael Devers is the best solution for the Red Sox at fist base. Then, Michael Kay stops by to talk about how Aaron Boone’s plan for Devin Williams, how is Ben Rice going to get at-bats with Stan…

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Summer of Opportunists: Aaron Judge Isn’t Hot Yet; Early MVP Watch; One Year of Paul Skenes 1:09:05

23d ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss whether Aaron Judge will continue to improve this season, if Tim has given up on the Orioles, what’s the temperature of the trade market, the Red Sox's options at first base, and the Zach Wheeler as the best kept secret in baseball. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about his top-three MVP candidates in each league, the R…

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Trombone: Clown Car Takes Atlanta; Aaron Judge is Peerless; Teoscar Hernandez on Defending His Derby Title 41:08

26d ago41:08

41:08

The Clown Car with Buster, David Cone, Karl Ravech and Eduardo Perez leaves Truist Park on foot while talking about an ego building win for the Braves, the Dodgers needing Dustin May to round into form, the Red Sox losing Triston Casas for the season the and ensuring infield debate, the Rangers slow start, the Cubs down another starting pitcher, an…

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Popcorn the Cat: Janet Marie Smith on Dodgers Stadium CF; Mariners Swinging; Baseball Birthdays 1:03:02

29d ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss their favorite birthday gifts they’ve received, the Mariners’ exciting offensive start, if four NL West teams are better than any team in the American League, and the Braves grinding toward .500 after a brutal start. Plus, Sarah Langs has an essay on birthdays and the best baseball birthdays. Then, influential stad…

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Dinner’s Ruined: Baltimore’s Biggest Problem; Can the Rockies Win at Coors Field?; Tyler Glasnow Goes on IL 59:42

1M ago59:42

59:42

Hembo and Buster discuss the Phillies, which team should take a shot on Sandy Alcantara, Max Fried’s superpower, why Baltimore’s biggest problem is NOT its pitching, what is preventing Julio Rodríguez from reaching his potential and how the National League became so superior. Then, Tim Kurjian stops by to talk about his being fired from his lawn ca…

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EP 141 - Bud LeCompte (Bass & Pick-up Builder) 1:06:24

1M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Send us a text EP 141 of The Bass Shed Podcast features an in-depth conversation with bass and pickup builder Bud LeCompte, the mastermind behind LeCompte Basses. Bud delves into his journey from musician to luthier, sharing how his passion for design and tone led him to develop custom instruments that stand out in the boutique bass world. He discu…

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Piggy Bank: Clown Car Declares Phillies Back; Devin Williams Out as Yankees Closer; Dansby Swanson on Oiling His Glove 41:38

1M ago41:38

41:38

The Clown Car whips around Chicago with Buster, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and David Cone. The guys discuss whether the Phillies are officially back, positives from Philadelphia’s bullpen, Pete Crow-Armstrong feeling like Chicago, Kyle Tucker dropping clues about free agency, the Yankees relieving Devin Williams of his closer duties, and a fan verb…

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Hitting Conditions: Cubs GM Jed Hoyer Goes Deep on Pete Crow-Armstrong; Buster Top 5 Teams; Mets Sweep Phillies 53:14

1M ago53:14

53:14

David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the best centerfielders in baseball, something feeling off with the Phillies, the Mets having enough pitching, an encouraging Mariners nugget, and if the A’s could sneak into the playoffs. Then, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer stops by to talk about the evolution of Pete Crow-Armstrong, what sepa…

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Bobblehead: Another Wild Game at Wrigley; Mets' Hot Start; A's Promote Nick Kurtz; Reviewing Steinbrenner Field 1:12:34

1M ago1:12:34

1:12:34

Hembo and Buster discuss a wild walk off win for the Cubs over the Dodgers, Aaron Judge’s historic start, panic or patience for three closers, why it’s the perfect time to trade Byron Buxton and Corbin Caroll packing a punch. Then, Todd Radom reviews his trip to George M. Steinbrenner Field, shares this week’s Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the…

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From His Tuchus: Fernando Tatis Jr. on His Dad’s Advice to Improve His Swing; Clown Car Hits Houston 45:59

1M ago45:59

45:59

Buster, David Cone, Eduardo Perez and Karl Ravech ditch the Clown Car and opt walk from Daikin Park back to the hotel. The guys discuss Luis Arráez colliding with Mauricio Dubón, Fernando Tatis Jr. operating at a different level, the painful start to the Orioles’ season, Max Fried’s near no-hitter and Ronald Acuna Jr. attacking the Braves on X. The…

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Pickleball: Cubs Need Pitching Help; Padres at No. 1; World Series Ring 58:27

1M ago58:27

58:27

Jesse Rogers and Buster discuss Spencer Strider’s sharp return, pickleball taking over MLB clubhouses, the Padres climbing to No. 1 in the power rankings, and why the AL West is where you want to be. Then, Todd Radom shares this week’s Ballpark & Beyond and administers the weekly quiz. Next, Sarah Langs on James Wood. Later, Jessica Mendoza talks a…

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Emissions Test: The Clubhouse Director Greg Whiteley; Juan Soto Saying The Quiet Part; Alex Bregman What If 1:09:43

1M ago1:09:43

1:09:43

Hembo and Buster discuss Fernando Tatis Jr.’s crazy low strikeout rate, a world in which the Cubs decided to challenge the Dodgers, the Red Sox defense still looking ugly and Ben Rice’s hot start. Then, the director of Netflix’s "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox" Greg Whiteley stops by to talk about Justin Turner’s pivotal role in creating th…

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Heckuva Buffet: Cubs’ Big Weekend; Tyler Glasnow on Dodgers’ Clubhouse Vibes; Justin Steele Out for the Season 37:24

2M ago37:24

37:24

David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster pile into the Clown Car after the Chicago Cubs’ very good weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Cubs’ strong defense up the middle, Justin Steele’s season-ending injury, the Padres’ three-consecutive shutout and what will determine the NL West. Then, Tyler Glasnow talks about the media circus…

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Realer Than I Thought: Buster’s Top 5; Indecisive Blue Jays Pay the Price; Jake Peavy on Spencer Schwellenbach 1:05:33

2M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s extension with the Blue Jays is one of the best player deals ever, if Kyle Tucker will stick with the Cubs and the Call Cags Up Movement. Plus, are the Cubs offense, Giants pitching and Mets pitching for real? Then, Jake Peavy talks about how pitchers attack a torpedo bat, the Reds’ pit…

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Something is Askew: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a Blue Jay for Life; Pete Alonso on a Tear; Is the Dodgers Defense Championship Caliber? 59:36

2M ago59:36

59:36

Hembo and Buster discuss the Marlins infield getting weird, Pete Alonso looking much more comfortable, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract impacts Kyle Tucker’s future earnings, if Hunter Greene is becoming an ace, potential superstardom for Kristian Campbell, and buying stock on Jacob Wilson. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the Blue Jays waving th…

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New Suits: Statement Sweep from the Red Sox; Giants Atop the NL West; Ravy Chats with Kristian Campbell 37:46

2M ago37:46

37:46

David Cone, Karl Ravech and Buster pile in the Clown Car to discuss the Red Sox’s emphatic sweep of the Cardinals, Rafael Devers coming out of his slump, Alex Bregman fitting in perfectly, the Cardinals reaping what it sowed following a quiet offseason, the Giants standing over the Dodgers and Padres and the Rangers running hot out of the gate. The…

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How Many Enemies: Players React to Top 100; Torpedo Bat is Overhyped; Braves in Trouble; Ballpark & Beyond 46:16

2M ago46:16

46:16

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss ESPN Top 100 MLB players list, the players' reaction to the list, why they can't abide by Aaron Judge being at No. 4, why the torpedo bat chatter will blow over soon, Jorge's thoughts on the Dodgers' chase for 117, and the Braves 0-7 start. Then, Todd Radom returns for the 2025 to share his weekly Ballpark & Beyond…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Steve Acuña Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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THE 30-MINUTE SAGE

Steve Acuna

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The Bass Shed Podcast

The Bass Shed

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Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney

ESPN, Buster Olney

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Making a Ruling: Stars Are Out for Yankees-Dodgers; Buster’s Top 5; Jeff Berry Returns with The Equalizer 1:02:19

1
Kissing Fish: Yoshinobu Yamamoto is an ACE; Red Sox Unraveling?; Will We Ever See a Batter Hit .400? 55:41

1
Backseat Drivers: Clown Car Rolls After Mets Beat Dodgers; Juan Soto Update; Shohei Ohtani Pitches BP 45:48

1
Prepared: What Would Kiley McDaniel Do as GM of the Orioles, Phillies, Cardinals? Plus, Top Prospects & MLB Draft Lookahead 55:13

1
Ultimate Teammate: Juan Soto Out of Character; Mike Elias Faces the Music; Pete Crow-Armstrong the Next Superstar? 59:57

1
Jilted: Clown Car from the Booth; Juan Soto Returns to the Bronx; Brandon Hyde Out in Baltimore; Jose Alvarado Suspended 80 Games 42:56

1
Grown Man Conversation: Alternative History with Eric Hosmer; Ronald Acuña Jr. Plays Nice; Buster's Top 5 53:42

1
Holy Bleep: Pete Rose Off the Permanently Ineligible List; Javier Baez is Back; How Do the Yankees Handle 3B? 1:13:41

1
Generous Use of Gestures: Rockies & Pirates Fire Their Managers; Phillies Look GOOD; The Latest on Rafael Devers 41:16

1
From Worcester: Buster’s Top 5; Mets and the Kick Change; Giancarlo Stanton Returning; First Base Solutions for Red Sox 57:15

1
Summer of Opportunists: Aaron Judge Isn’t Hot Yet; Early MVP Watch; One Year of Paul Skenes 1:09:05

1
Trombone: Clown Car Takes Atlanta; Aaron Judge is Peerless; Teoscar Hernandez on Defending His Derby Title 41:08

1
Popcorn the Cat: Janet Marie Smith on Dodgers Stadium CF; Mariners Swinging; Baseball Birthdays 1:03:02

1
Dinner’s Ruined: Baltimore’s Biggest Problem; Can the Rockies Win at Coors Field?; Tyler Glasnow Goes on IL 59:42

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EP 141 - Bud LeCompte (Bass & Pick-up Builder) 1:06:24

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Piggy Bank: Clown Car Declares Phillies Back; Devin Williams Out as Yankees Closer; Dansby Swanson on Oiling His Glove 41:38

1
Hitting Conditions: Cubs GM Jed Hoyer Goes Deep on Pete Crow-Armstrong; Buster Top 5 Teams; Mets Sweep Phillies 53:14

1
Bobblehead: Another Wild Game at Wrigley; Mets' Hot Start; A's Promote Nick Kurtz; Reviewing Steinbrenner Field 1:12:34

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From His Tuchus: Fernando Tatis Jr. on His Dad’s Advice to Improve His Swing; Clown Car Hits Houston 45:59

1
Pickleball: Cubs Need Pitching Help; Padres at No. 1; World Series Ring 58:27

1
Emissions Test: The Clubhouse Director Greg Whiteley; Juan Soto Saying The Quiet Part; Alex Bregman What If 1:09:43

1
Heckuva Buffet: Cubs’ Big Weekend; Tyler Glasnow on Dodgers’ Clubhouse Vibes; Justin Steele Out for the Season 37:24

1
Realer Than I Thought: Buster’s Top 5; Indecisive Blue Jays Pay the Price; Jake Peavy on Spencer Schwellenbach 1:05:33

1
Something is Askew: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a Blue Jay for Life; Pete Alonso on a Tear; Is the Dodgers Defense Championship Caliber? 59:36

1
New Suits: Statement Sweep from the Red Sox; Giants Atop the NL West; Ravy Chats with Kristian Campbell 37:46

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How Many Enemies: Players React to Top 100; Torpedo Bat is Overhyped; Braves in Trouble; Ballpark & Beyond 46:16

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