The state of the bullpen is a different issue. It doesn’t help but this was only about the young starter as they rebuild.
@Buck It is at least partially about him for doing it. I was at the game and was bewildered by the decision, especially given how bad the bullpen is.
Thank you! I am just of the mind that it IS hard to pitch in the big leagues and it is “labor”. Finish the inning if you can. It’s how guys push through barriers and get better. IMO.
As I said on TMA this am. My take had zero to do with Oli and was more about where the game is today. I appreciate him. He’s been a fantastic manager and made the most out of what he’s had to work with over the years. I’m old and a get off my lawn guy now. It’s all good!
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Their whole lineup was left handed basically. It’s the 5th. Might they hit again later? Only one lefty in pen. See if the young guy can learn. You may be rewarded later when the games are higher stakes. They signaled their intentions hours earlier at deadline. So honor it. Grow.
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@carterfogarty24 @Buck If 4 lefties weren’t coming up next, do you think Oli would have made that move?
Don’t you want your starting pitcher to say “this is my game”. Yes team game but MY game. Gave up 2 run hr. Ok. Back to work. Instead - go sit down. We have 28 more guys to finish. This is the time to see. Ok. Off my lawn!! Then wonder why guys can’t go deep. Got it.
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How can there be definitive analytics on something that rarely happens? Now’s the time to see what he can do! Does logic ever enter the room? You just sold off. Why not? if you can’t push now when will you know his real limits? Instead 14 outs from tired BP.
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Nope. Algorithm said you had to pull him and risk over extending your bullpen yet again.
So what is it? The Cardinals just sold at the deadline- good- and now, after a 2 run HR- they lead 6-2 in the 5th and just because there are lefties coming up they don’t want to see if McGreevy can get through at least 5 innings up 4?? How do they learn or grow?
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This is ESPN @Jeopardy!
Hosted by Joe @Buck, ESPN commentators & celebrity sports fans put their sports knowledge to the test in a tournament for charity with a $500K grand prize
Now streaming on @DisneyPlus, @hulu & the ESPN App
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Glad to watch this tonight.
This weekend, Joe Buck (@Buck) will join his father in the broadcasters wing of the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
They will become the first father/son duo to win the prestigious Ford C. Frick Award for broadcasting excellence from the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Congratulations Joe!!
This video of Joe talking about his dad's final days, will bring a fleck of dust to your eyes.
"It's the best right turn I've ever made in my life"
📽️ Graham Bensinger
#STLCards#
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Grateful to the ESPN app for adding my speech to the platform. Honored. I will try to make it worthwhile.
As part of @baseballhall ceremonies this weekend, the ESPN App will stream the @Buck acceptance speech for the Frick Award on Saturday
What an honor to be interviewed by Bob! A fun look back
April of 2026.
@Buck When was the last time you called a baseball game?
Ooops. Wait. That’s not me. I just did bath time with my kids. And now putting them to bed. My bad. Go Phillies. Or Dodgers. Or whatever team you want me to cheer for. They’re the best!
Just so I can sleep tonight. What game do you think I’m doing at the moment? The Phillies game? On ESPN? I think I’m having a hell of a game right now. You don’t?
Just so I can sleep tonight. What game do you think I’m doing at the moment? The Phillies game? On ESPN? I think I’m having a hell of a game right now. You don’t?
@Buck how about you try to be impartial while announcing the game
The lineup is set
'ESPN Jeopardy!' hosted by Joe @Buck premieres Friday, July 31
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What a life!!!
Every photo of an athlete, rock star and president in this video taken by one man. He has given us a unique view of the world — and especially the sports world — for six decades. With @Buck providing the soundtrack, the wild life of Michael Zagaris.
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Sure was
@marcusleshock @Buck It was amazing
Now this makes me smile. Thanks guys!!
Probably because he thought the pitch was NASTY! He was a pitcher. He appreciates filthy stuff. Trust me- I know him.
