Top 28 Baseball Podcasts of 2024

Are you at a baseball game right now?

Eating peanuts and cracker jacks?

If not, no need to worry.

Instead of waiting for the next perfect home run, you can enjoy baseball by listening to baseball podcasts.

Might not be as fun as those warm-up songs before a game.

But, they will surely keep your baseball fix covered until the next decisive call and crazy umpires.

Bring your best high-fives and write a sign with your favorite baseball podcast to your next game.

Because here they are, my favorite baseball podcasts.

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"Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney is your one-stop, grand-slam podcast for all things baseball. Led by Buster Olney, a seasoned sports journalist who swapped the pencil for a microphone, this podcast aims right for the hearts of baseball enthusiasts around the world. Together with a lineup of fascinating guests, Buster cleverly pitches vital insights, cosmic curveballs, and unforgettable anecdotes from the exciting world of Major League Baseball. Like the classic Cracker Jack at a ballgame, Baseball Tonight is a hearty treat for sports junkies, stat nerds, and everyone in between. With episodes like 'Pandemonium in the Ninth' it promises an exciting ride through America's favorite pastime, teaching you that baseball, like life, isn't only about the home runs. Step up to the plate, tune in, and you'll see!"

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If you're a sucker for sabermetrics or just a baseball devotee, "Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast" is your holy grail. This podcast is like a delicious curveball delivered by resident baseball nerds, Ben Lindbergh and Sam Miller. Their blooming bromance, drenched in statistical analysis and player strategy, takes listeners on an endearing journey through the many facets of baseball. It's true, they geek out over numbers, but don't worry, they make it palatable for the numerically-challenged too. With guests from the big leagues to the little ones, they capture the wide spectrum of baseball love. So, whether you're a die-hard fan or a rookie, slip on your headphone mitt and catch this podcast! And for the cherry on top? Episodes about baseball's greatest boss fights. Don't miss it!

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Want to hit a home run with your fantasy baseball team? Tune into "Fantasy Baseball Today", your daily dose of everything fantasy baseball. Hosted by an amazing array of baseball nerds including Adam Aizer, Scott White and Chris Towers. They stepped up to the plate to make you more than just a spectator. They are here to transform you into a leading fantasy team manager. Their blend of humor, invaluable insights, stats twists, and top-notch advice is aimed at anyone, from the casual player to the obsessive fanatic. So grab your catcher's mitt, chew on some metaphorical sunflower seeds and learn how to play fantasy baseball like a pro. Unforgettable episodes include "Auctions vs. Snakes” that makes you wonder why anyone would ever choose a snake over an auction. Wink.

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Welcome to Baseball America, a diamond in the rough amongst podcast selections, brought to you by seasoned vets of the baseball world who have swapped their gloves for mics. Step up to bat, sports buffs! Designed for those lovers of rawhide and rosin, this show features in-depth analysis, behind the scenes gossip, and insider tips direct from the dugout. Your hosts are true curveball connoisseurs, all-star analysts making sense of that wild world of wickets. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll learn the true meaning of Moneyball. One hot episode, 'The Art of the Swing' puts you right in Babe Ruth's shoes. Baseball America podcast, making every listener feel like they've hit a home run! Gosh, it's a regular field of dreams packed into a podcast.

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Let's step up to the plate with "Barstool Baseball"! Hosted by the irrepressible duo who bleed baseball stats instead of blood! These diamond-loving diehards dish out all of your need-to-know on America's favorite pastime! The zany hosts serve up topics faster than a breaking ball - all shenanigans, insights, and debates. From rookie rankings to unforgettable foul-ups, they've got your bases covered. Need a rib-tickling, yet deeply knowledgeable commentary on baseball? This is your ballpark! Listen, even if the closest you've come to 'home-run' is running home from work. Our favorite episode? 'Sliding Into DMs', exploring the funny side of athlete mishaps on social media. So, cap on, glove ready, and tune into the Barstool Baseball. Prepare for a grand slam of entertainment! Game on!

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Listen up, sports fans! Talkin' Baseball (MLB Podcast) is an absolute grand slam. Hosted by mavens of the mound – John Boy and Jake Story – they have opted to channel their love for home runs, spectacular catches, and the intricacies of baseball to those across the globe. A dash of humor, a sprinkle of fun, and a heaping serving of MLB content - this podcast is a veritable buffet for baseball enthusiasts of any team or player loyalty. You're the MVP as they spin fascinating yarns about America's favorite pastime, peppered with engaging interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and on-point analysis of the game. So tighten up those laces, don your ball cap, and get ready for a fun-filled trip 'round the bases with Talkin' Baseball Podcast. Life's a pitch, let's play ball!

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Step into the batter's box with RotoGraphs Fantasy Baseball Podcast, your dugout buddy for everything you never knew you needed to smash your fantasy baseball league. Spearheaded by an ensemble of stats-savvy hosts, they'll take you from rookie to MVP quicker than a fast pitch. Besides, why let Bill from accounting win AGAIN? This podcast, much like a winning RBI, smartly combines serious statistical analysis and wit quicker than a shortstop-slide. It's a home run for baseball buffs craving solid strategies, exclusive insights, and hearty laughs. Warning: unabashed baseball nerdom ahead - if you can't differentiate your ERA from OBP, it might be like trying to hit a slider. Polish those cleats, people, it's fantasy baseball season!

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Swing your way over to the 'RotoWire Fantasy Baseball Podcast', a home run of a show for those who breathe baseball. Hosted by sports enthusiast, Derek VanRiper (DVR), who traded his bat for a microphone and Jeff Erickson, the analytics whiz who calculates the odds faster than you can say 'Babe Ruth'. These guys are your statistical saviors, seasoned in sorting the rookies from the big leagues. Whipping up strategic, fantasy sports content designed to help baseball fans secure a win in their next Fantasy Baseball draft. Their love for the sport is contagious, and just like a curveball, they always keep you guessing. Who needs a diamond when you have this podcast? So buckle up, sports fans, the 'RotoWire Fantasy Baseball Podcast' is gearing up for its next big inning!

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Welcome to the big leagues, sports fanatics, with 'FantasyPros - Fantasy Baseball Podcast'. This ball game of a podcast is pitched by FantasyPros, masters of insightful stats and helpful hacks, making your fantasy baseball journey a home run. It's like, who needs the Yankees when you've got this all-star crew? Their audience? Armchair coaches, stat-heads, and anyone living the American dream of crushing their friends in fantasy leagues. They discuss strategies, player rankings, and not-to-miss rookie prospects. One of their ace episodes? 'Spring Training Battles to Watch'. So buckle up, rally cap wearers! This podcast throws the perfect curveball of information and entertainment, making even the off-season feel like the bottom of the ninth. Batter up!

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Take your hot dog and peanuts, and take a seat in the bleachers for The Athletic Baseball Show, a podcast all about Major League Baseball (MLB). This podcast is the base-running, foul-ball-chasing, umpire-arguing creation of The Athletic's all-star team of MLB insiders. Perfect for the stat-crazy baseball fan, or anyone just looking for a ballpark escape. Expect in-depth analysis, discussions on the latest MLB news, and interviews with players who describe what it's like to whack a curveball. One highlight is their episode on the secret life of baseball mascots – ever wonder if they get athlete's foot in those costumes? Listening to this show is like scoring a grand slam, without getting your sneakers dirty. So step up to the podcast plate, folks. Batter up!

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Got a hankering for fantasy baseball? Welcome to the podcast equivalent of a home run- the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball! Manned by a motley crew of mavens who are all about turning triple plays and smashing it out of the park, this podcast is the ultimate bullpen for ardent amateurs and seasoned pros alike. From player profiles to strategy rundowns, game analysis to deep dives into stats, the gurus in batting helmets serve it all with a side of playful banter. Fans, get ready to step up to the plate because this podcast is more intoxicating than the smell of a new glove. Next up: an episode with Mike Trout sharing secrets on how to wow the crowd. So, grab your popcorn, this podcast is pitching nothing but strikes!

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Swing for the podcast fences with "Fantasy Baseball from Prospect361". It's spitballing stats, rookies, and strategy for the 'moneyball' maestro in everyone. Hosted by baseball savants Rich Wilson and Tim McLeod, who ditched their regular day jobs to help you top your fantasy league. Whether you're a seasoned rotisserie player or a casual listener, you’ll feel like you've hit a home run after each episode. From tantalizing trade tips to in-depth insights about the next big prospect, the gloves really come off. Sample their episode ‘Batter Up: Breaking Down the Outfielders’, because understanding the diamond isn't just for Neil Diamond anymore — it's a baseball podcast truly out of left field.

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Swap your peanuts and Cracker Jack for a pair of earbuds and dive headfirst into the Baseball History Podcast. Hosted by an ardent Curt Smith, the ex-announcer who'd rather narrate past World Series than sit through another agonizingly slow game. Perfect for baseball aficionados who crave the golden days of the diamond, the history buffs who admire Babe Ruth from afar, or the poor souls who still don’t understand the infield fly rule. Each episode lobs a treasure trove of trivia, history lessons, and rare interviews straight into your brain's strike zone. Highlight? 'Babe Ruth: The Big Papi of The Roaring Twenties.' Warning: This podcast might turn you into the annoying know-it-all at your next Little League game, armed with historical fun facts, you'll love it!

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Welcome to Baseball Is Dead, the hilariously enlightening podcast that will make you believe in the sport again. This hour-long comedy buffet, hosted by the ex-Major Leaguer Pete Watkins, might convince you that baseball has more life, laughs, and leather-bound wisdom than you'd ever imagined. Tailored to lifelong baseball devotees and skeptical sports enthusiasts alike, this podcast dilutes the complex world of America’s favorite pastime into digestible, rib-tickling episodes. Watch out for those curveballs of witty banter and heated debate as Pete and a myriad of exciting guests navigate through the idiosyncrasies of the game. If you miss out on Baseball Is Dead, you're 'out' of the loop. Enjoy the unmissable episode ‘Fielding Fun Facts,’— it’ll have you winging wacky trivia at your next sports gathering. Batter up!

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"Swing for the fences with the 'Best Podcast in Baseball', a home run of wit, wisdom, and wonder about America's beloved pastime. Hosted by baseball savant Derrick Goold, once a bat boy, now a seasoned sportswriter. This podcast is just like baseball, except there are no rainouts or performance-enhancing drugs here, folks! At its heart, it's a love letter to the game and its fans, covering every curveball from team tactics to trading cards. There's even an episode titled 'Cold Stove, Hot Takes.' If you're a fan of baseball, round trippers, or just good ol' fashioned banter, this podcast has your name embroidered on it, just like your favorite team jersey. So step up to the plate, and give it a listen! "

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Turn your cap to the side and break out the peanuts, we're diving into Baseball HQ Radio, the home run of all baseball podcasts. Hosted by Patrick Davitt, a man with more knowledge about baseball than a walking edition of Who's Who in Baseball. Always wondered what it'd be like to have your own scouting crystal ball? This is your chance! Patrick dishes out the 411 on player performance, slugging stats, and fantasy baseball like Babe Ruth did home runs. It's like having your own personal commentator whispering secrets straight from the major leagues. And we aren't just talking stats! We delve into strategy, roster management and much more. So tune into Baseball HQ Radio - it's the next best thing to stealing signs from the dugout!

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Swing into the world of "Rates & Barrels," a podcast that's a homerun for baseball aficionados. Created as a pitching rendezvous for 'Babe Ruth' wannabes and MLB stats junkies alike, this is where statistics meet storytelling. Your hosts, Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris, ditched their Major League dreams to chat about all things baseball--from in-depth player analysis to craft beer recommendations. Once you tune into this, you're in the Major Leagues of podcast listening, folks! One standout episode gets you inside the curveball of Moneyball, proving that a baseball podcast can truly be a 'hit' out of the park. With Rates & Barrels, The more you listen, the closer you get to a 'World Series' level understanding of baseball. Game on!

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"Step up to the plate with 'Baseball Today', the podcast that pitches perfect baseball knowledge straight into your brain. Coaches Tom Gonzalez and Matt Shea, having retired from the diamond, decided to strategize on a global scale by starting a podcast. Their goal? Turning you into the smartest person in your sports bar! With Tom's knack for statistics and Matt's inside scoops, these aficionados bring the hot topics down home plate in a fun-filled frenzy. One highlight? The 'Curveballs and Screwballs' episode. Guest star, retired MLB player Jake Rodriguez, shares hilarious locker room tales and the art of perfecting pitch techniques. The sweet sound of 'Baseball Today’ is sure to leave you cheering for the extra innings!”

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"Atlanta Baseball Talk, where stats meet sass! Helmed by savvy baseball enthusiasts who exchanged their mitts for microphones, this podcast circles the bases of all things Atlanta Braves. Whether you're a diehard fan, a casual observer, or just want to fit in at sports-themed cocktail parties, this podcast has got your back! With expert analyses, insider details, and good ol' baseball banter, we’ll keep you up-to-date while ensuring you're entertained. Enjoy hilarious segments like our 'Who’s That Brave?' quiz for your morning commute or winding down before bed. Atlanta Baseball Talk – it's more fun than a unexpected no-hitter and less contentious than a balk rule debate. Crack open a cold one and tune in, pals!"

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Swing for the fences with The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast, a home-run hit for baseball fantasies everywhere! Masterminded by rotisserie guru, Derek VanRiper, and co-hosted by a magnificent lineup of experts, this podcast is your one-way ticket to the World Series of fantasy baseball. Delve into a stadium of insights, strategies, and insider tips that'll make you the Babe Ruth of your league! From high-stakes expert analysis to comedic banter about wacky baseball records, this podcast has all bases covered. Ideal for hardcore baseball enthusiasts and casual fans alike, this podcast ensures you knock it out of the park every time. One standout episode? "Pitchers Who Hit Triple-Digits". Feel the heat of a pitcher's powerful throw right in your living room. So press play and let's make your fantasy baseball dreams a grand-slam reality!

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Get a load of the Elite Baseball Development Podcast, your one-way ticket to the major league of baseball knowledge! If you're an aspiring pitcher or a die-hard fan that can probably recite Babe Ruth’s batting average backwards, then this is the podcast for you. Hosted by renowned strength and conditioning specialist Eric Cressey, who swapped bench presses for baseballs to teach you how to up your game. Wondering how to dial up your fastballs’ velocity or perfect that swing? They got you. Notable episodes include mind-blowing interviews with major leaguers like Steve Cishek and Max Scherzer. Where else can you get expert advice without leaving your couch? Only in the Elite Baseball Development Podcast, where hitting baseballs is discussed with the zeal and fervor that most people reserve for reality TV season finales. Batter up and tune in!

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Step up to the plate with In This League's Fantasy Baseball Podcast! Hosted by savvy showmen, Bogman and The Welsh, this podcast knocks it out of the park for those who know their Soto from their Strasburg. Whether you're a rookie or veteran fantasy player, this dynamic duo delivers a fast-pitch of hot tips, player rankings, and in-depth analysis straight from the diamond. With a bullpen of laughs to keep you entertained, they also slide in interviews with leading industry pundits. Can't tell a bunt from a grand slam? Don’t worry! They've got you covered quicker than a shortstop snagging a ground ball. Tune in and watch your fantasy team head straight for the World Series glory.

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Welcome to "Flags Fly Forever Fantasy Baseball", a podcast that's about as exciting as a bottom-of-the-ninth grand slam! Hosted by Baseball Prospectus's titans of talent, it's the fantasy baseball advice equivalent of a steal home. Whether you're a seasoned manager looking to hit a home run, or a rookie facing curveballs, this is just the podcast to even your batting average. Anchored in wit and wisdom, the hosts deliver sagacious advice on roster management, player trends, and strategy faster than an Aroldis Chapman fastball. The high point? Their 'Inside the Park Home Run' segments, where they delve deep into player profiles, giving listeners an edge. Fantasy Baseball may be a game of odds, but with "Flags Fly Forever", you'll feel like the odds are forever in your favor!

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Play ball! "Circling the Bases Fantasy Baseball" is the podcast that spins yarns about knuckleballs, strikeouts, and grand slams. Hosted by a team of well-seasoned sports gurus who traded their mitts for mics, they're committed to helping you conquer the mound of fantasy baseball. Their trusty bat of knowledge swings for the fences, bringing stats, player analysis, and strategy insights right to your eardrums. Whether you're a rookie or a major leaguer in the fantasy baseball league, this podcast has got your bases covered. The episode 'Stealing Home with Sabermetrics,' where they decode baseball analytics, is an absolute home run. So, tighten those cleats, step up to the plate, and let Circling the Bases be your guide in the ballpark of fantasy baseball.

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'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is a podcast hosted by the witty ex-president of the Miami Marlins, David Samson, who has traded the baseball diamond for the microphone. The word on the street? He's batting a thousand in this new game too. This podcast is all about the zany world of sports business - a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes tales, negotiation strategies bit. David is like the Robin Hood of sports insider information, liberating pearls of wisdom from the privileged few to everyone who lacks an own private sports franchise. You don't have to be a sports fan to enjoy the ride - it's for anyone who loves a good yarn with a side of undisguised irreverence. Ready to get some sports business education with a dose of humor? Look no further!

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Welcome to the thrill-ride that is the Fantasy Baseball Blog at Razzball.com's podcast! Hosted by a ragtag team of MLB gurus with fingers perpetually on the pulse of prevailing player stats. They hung up their cleats and picked up mics simply to help you, yes YOU, baseball fanatic, to combat the chaos of fantasy baseball leagues worldwide. From rookies to relics, here's your inside scoop ladled lovingly by guys who live, breathe and possibly also dream kind of heavily about baseball. Fancy an episode? How about 'Steals, Deals & Playoff Appeals'? Tailored to even non-conformist team players, this episode proves there's more to baseball than team spirit. Step up to the plate and take a swing at this podcast - it's the major leagues of fantasy baseball chatter!

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Hit a home run with your earbuds by tuning into "Baseball by the Book"! This podcast is a grand slam for baseball fanatics, curious minds, and anyone who loves a good yarn. Justin McGuire, the host, was once a prominent sports editor, but he tossed aside his paper hat to create this stellar podcast about America's favorite pastime. His co-host? A revolving lineup of authors, experts, and fans who share the same fervor for the game. They delve deep into the heart of baseball—its history, legendary figures, tantalizing controversies, and every intricate statistics, bringing you a fun-filled seventh-inning stretch. A must-listen episode? "How 1973 changed Baseball Forever", where guest Dan Epstein enlightens us on how baseball was never the same again after '73. Swing by for a listen, you're in for an entertaining batter up!

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"Locked On MLB Daily Podcast is your daily passport to the ballgame magic. Hosted by Paul Francis Sullivan, but please, call him Sully, this podcast provides a daily dose of insightful chat about Major League Baseball. Pocket-sized Sully, not quite declared a national treasure yet, retired from being a professional ballpark hotdog tester to spread his baseball wisdom to fans globally. Insanely committed to his fans (and possibly also committed), Sully fills your ear holes daily, Monday to Friday, with all the latest baseball news, stats, and his unique take on the game. Listen to enthralling episodes like the one about Steve Bartman, the fella who proves it's okay not to catch every flyball. Ideal for baseball fanatics, casual watchers, and anyone who thinks, 'Hmm, baseball...that's the one with the bat, right?' Your baseball IQ will thank you. Play ball!"

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