MLB Network Presents
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MLB Network Presents is an original series of documentaries and access-driven profiles. Launched in January 2015, MLB Network Presents has produced programs covering many subjects across baseball, including the Emmy-nominated "The Story of Billy Bean" as well as "Holy Cow! The Story of Harry Caray," ".406," "56: The Streak," "The Bird," "The Colorful Montreal Expos" and "The Nasty Boys: The 1990 Cincinnati Reds."
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
12 episodes
E01
The Odd Couple: Bochy and Flannery
Wed, Jan 14 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A look at the unique friendship between Giants manager Bruce Bochy and his long-time third base coach Tim Flannery. Those interviewed include wives Kim and Donna; Grateful Dead's Bob Weir; and the sisters of injured Giants fan Bryan Stow.
E02
Nasty Boys: The 1990 Cincinnati Reds
Wed, Jan 21 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A 25-year retrospective on fiery relief pitchers Norm Charlton, Randy Myers and Rob Dibble and the Reds' run to the 1990 World Series title. Included: Lou Piniella, Barry Larkin, Paul O'Neill, Marty Brennaman and ex-Cincinnati mayor Jerry Springer.
E03
The Offseason: Hope in Chicago and Miami
Wed, Jan 28 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Joe Maddon, Anthony Rizzo and Giancarlo Stanton are featured in a look at offseason moves for the Cubs and Marlins as they build and invest for the future. Bob Costas hosts.
E04
Hall Of Fame Pitchers: Smoltz & Pedro
Fri, Feb 6 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Pedro Martinez and John Smoltz as they get the call to Cooperstown
E05
The Story of Billy Bean
Wed, Feb 11 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Billy Bean details his experience as one of just two former MLB players to publicly come out as gay. Bean left the game shortly after the death of his partner in 1995, having spent parts of six seasons with the Tigers, Dodgers and Padres.
E06
Buck Showalter: A Life in Baseball
Thu, Jul 16 2015 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
An in-depth look at the passion and philosophy that have been at the core of Orioles manager Buck Showalter through more than two decades of coaching and managing with four MLB clubs.
E07
Randy Johnson: The Big Picture
Fri, Jul 17 2015 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
An intimate portrait of 2015 Hall of Fame inductee Randy Johnson, looking at his transformative journey from raw talent to dominant force. Narrated by Metallica lead singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Hetfield.
E08
Aaron, Bench, Koufax & Mays
Fri, Jul 17 2015 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Honored as baseball's "Greatest Living Players" at the All-Star Game in Cincinnati, Hank Aaron, Johnny Bench, Sandy Koufax and Willie Mays, sit down for an interview with Bob Costas.
E09
Royal in Kansas City 30 Years Later
Fri, Dec 11 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Royals World Series winners from 2015 and 1985 discuss their journeys and the impact their titles had on the city. Interviewees include franchise icon George Brett, Frank White, Bret Saberhagen, Eric Hosmer and Ned Yost.
E10
Lenny Randle: The Most Interesting Man in Baseball
Sat, Dec 12 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A look at the colorful life and 12-year MLB career of Lenny Randle, who discusses from his home in Italy why Rolling Stone dubbed him "the most interesting man in baseball." Narrated by comedian and Mets fan Jim Breuer.
E11
The 8th Wonder of the World: The Astrodome
Wed, Dec 16 2015 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
The Houston Astrodome's 50th anniversary is celebrated with a look at the stadium's greatest moments and its place in history. Featured: President George H.W. Bush; Dan Rather; Nolan Ryan; Billie Jean King; and ex-Astros Jimmy Wynn and Larry Dierker.
E12
Hawk: The Colorful Life of Ken Harrelson
Fri, Jul 19 2013 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
An hour-long documentary, narrated by Bob Costas, will feature Hawk telling stories of what "Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams thought of each other's playing ability; his friendship with Mickey Mantle; meeting Hall of Fame NFL coach Vince Lombardi; and being encouraged to pursue professional golf by Jack Nicklaus.
Season 2
12 episodes
E01
Terry Collins: A Life in Baseball
Wed, Jan 13 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Mets manager Terry Collins opens up about his baseball journey, from never making it to the Majors as a player to guiding the Mets to the 2015 World Series. Collins reflects on the 2015 Fall Classic and looks ahead to what his baseball life has in store.
E02
The Colorful Montreal Expos
Tue, Jan 26 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Chronicling the bittersweet history of the Expos through reflections by former players, journalists, broadcasters and executives. Featured: Andre Dawson; Cliff Floyd; Rusty Staub; Pedro Martinez, Dave Van Horne, and Jonah Keri. William Shatner narrates.
E03
Holy Cow! The Story of Harry Caray
Wed, Feb 3 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A look at Hall of Fame broadcaster Harry Caray's rise to becoming an iconic voice in baseball, and how his legacy still resonates throughout the game today. Narrated by actor and Cubs fan William Petersen.
E04
Dusty: A Baseball Journey
Wed, Feb 10 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Chronicling the career of Dusty Baker, with comments from Hank Aaron; Tommy Lasorda; Ralph Garr; Steve Garvey; Rick Sutcliffe; announcers Pat Hughes and Duane Kuiper; and musician and Giants fan Elvin Bishop. Washington is his fourth managerial stop after a long playing career with the Braves, Dodgers, Giants and A's.
E05
Rod Carew: The Fight of His Life
Wed, Feb 17 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Hall of Famer Rod Carew discusses his near-death experience and reflects on playing days in which he hit .300 in 15 consecutive seasons. Carew is committed to raising awareness for heart health.
E06
56: The Streak
Mon, May 16 2016 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A 75th-anniversary look at Joe DiMaggio's famed 56-game hitting streak, featuring players who've fallen short of the record including Pete Rose, Paul Molitor and Jimmy Rollins, as well as college record-holder Robin Ventura (58 games). Ed Burns narrates.
E07
The Bird
Mon, Jul 11 2016 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Chronicling eccentric Detroit Tigers pitcher Mark Fidrych 40 years after his dazzling 1976 debut season, which introduced his unusual mound antics. Tom Selleck narrates alongside interviews with Fidrych's wife, daughter and former teammates
E08
Against the Odds: The Mike Piazza Story
Thu, Jun 30 2016 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A look at Hall of Fame inductee Mike Piazza's improbable rise from a 62nd-round draft pick to baseball immortality. Footage of Piazza's orientation visit to Cooperstown accompanies stories from teammates and managers. Mets fan Matthew Broderick narrates.
E09
.406
Mon, Oct 3 2016 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A 75-year retrospective on Hall of Famer Ted Williams' pursuit of the last .400 batting average. Comments from the Red Sox star are interspersed with those of Wade Boggs, George Brett, Rod Carew and the late Tony Gwynn, who all fell short of the feat.
E10
The Making of Mr. October
Mon, Oct 24 2016 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Reggie Jackson, a first-ballot Hall of Famer who won a remarkable five World Series titles and was twice named the World Series Most Valuable Player. Follow the journey of Reggie becoming "Mr. October" in this one hour documentary narrated by Ice Cube and featuring interviews with Jackson, Pete Rose, Derek Jeter, Julius Erving and Rickey Henderson among others.
E11
Joy in Wrigleyville
Thu, Dec 8 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
An emotional look at the Cubs' historic 2016 World Series title through the eyes of multi-generational fans including celebrities (Billy Corgan, narrator John Cusack), nuns, firefighters, and those paying tribute to loved ones, including Dutchie Caray.
E12
Cuba: Island of Baseball
Wed, Dec 14 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A look at the decades of personal stories of Cuban baseball players and their defection from their country in pursuit of a Major League career, from Tony Oliva and Luis Tiant to Aroldis Chapman and Yasiel Puig. Narrated by actor Bobby Cannavale.
Season 3
8 episodes
E01
Jim Leyland: A Life in Baseball
Wed, Feb 1 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Chronicling former Pirates, Marlins, Rockies and Tigers manager Jim Leyland, from his upbringing in Perrysburg, Ohio, to his lengthy coaching career. Tony LaRussa, Gene Lamont and Dave Dombrowski are among those interviewed.
E02
The Swingin' A's
Wed, Feb 8 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Chronicling owner Charlie Finley's "Mustache Gang" Oakland A's dynasty of the early 1970s, which had players such as Rollie Fingers, Gene Tenace and Reggie Jackson leading the way to three straight titles. Narrated by MC Hammer, a former A's employee.
E03
The 2006 World Baseball Classic, A Classic Beginning
Wed, Feb 15 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
E04
Mike Trout: Millville to MVP
Mon, Apr 10 2017 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
E05
The Impossible Dream: Red Sox Nation Begins
Mon, Jul 3 2017 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Long before the likes of Big Papi, Pedro, Manny and even before the heartbreak of Buckner and the indelible image of Fisk waving the ball fair, Red Sox Nation as we know it began 50 years ago with the Impossible Dream of 1967.
E06
The Dynasty that Almost Was
Tue, Jul 11 2017 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
The 1990s Indians inspired great pride, but also great pain. They were quite a team for a time but not quite the team of their time. They were fearless, flamboyant, fantastic -- six division titles in seven years, two American League pennants, a then-record 455 straight sellouts. In a beautiful new ballpark, in a city longing for sporting success with the Browns having bounced for Baltimore, those Indians teams won hearts ... but no World Series titles. The film is narrated by Corbin Bernsen -- star of the movie "Major League," which until the 1990s Indians came along was, sadly, as close as the franchise had gotten to the postseason for many decades. And just as you didn't have to be a Cleveland fan to appreciate "Major League," you don't have to be one to appreciate this compelling look at a team that came up short in the World Series, but not in the realm of entertainment and intrigue.
E07
Jack And The Kid
Sun, Jul 16 2017 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
The story of John O'Leary and his relationship with St. Louis Cardinals announcer Jack Buck.
E08
Billy
Wed, Dec 13 2017 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Chronicling the colorful and complicated life of brilliant manager Billy Martin on the 40th anniversary of his 1977 World Series title with the Yankees.
Season 4
4 episodes
E01
Mr. Padre
Tue, Jan 30 2018 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Mr. Padre tells the story of the life, career and untimely death of Gwynn, a lovable superstar and the greatest hitter of his generation. The hour-long documentary chronicles Gwynn's unwavering dedication to become the best complete player he could be, from his late shift to baseball from basketball in college to his pioneering use of video to further perfect his natural hitting ability and the enormous effort he put into becoming a Gold Glove defender. Interviews with former Padres teammates and manager Bruce Bochy, Tim Flannery and Jack McKeon, longtime Padres broadcaster Ted Leitner, and former opponents including Hall of Famers Tony La Russa and Mike Schmidt, and Harold Reynolds indicate the lasting impact of Gwynn's incredible on-field achievements and his approachable off-the-field attitude.The film also looks at how Gwynn's devastating loss to cancer in 2014 at just 54-years old was felt across the country, from his family and friends to the entire baseball community. Through interviews with his family, including his wife of 33 years Alicia Gwynn and their children, former Major Leaguer Tony Gwynn Jr. and daughter Anisha, Mr. Padre gives an in-depth profile of the man who endeared himself to the community of San Diego through his 20-year career as a Padre and his 12-year career as head coach of the San Diego State University (SDSU) baseball team.
E02
Atlanta Rules - The Story of the 90s Braves
Wed, Feb 14 2018 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A documentary on the Braves and how they went from perennial underperformers to the model of baseball excellence, culminating with the 1995 World Series championship. Future Hall of Famers, Tom Glavine, Greg Maddux, John Smoltz and Chipper Jones, along with Hall of Fame Manager, Bobby Cox and Hall of Fame General Manager, John Schuerholz, provide behind-the-scenes perspectives on their dominant streak in new interviews.
E03
Only In Hollywood
Mon, Jul 2 2018 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Emmy-winning Bryan Cranston narrates the story of the 1988 World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers; the season featured Kirk Gibson's iconic and heroic walk-off home run off future Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley.
E04
Eck: A Story of Saving
Fri, Dec 14 2018 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A profile of Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley, who began his career as a starter for the Cleveland Indians, battled alcoholism, and reinvented himself as the closer for the Oakland Athletics.
Season 5
5 episodes
E01
10 Years and Counting
Wed, Jan 2 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A look back at the network's beginnings as well as memorable MLB moments and stories from the last decade. Featuring commentary from Bob Costas, Greg Amsinger, Sean Casey, Al Leiter, Dan Plesac, Harold Reynolds, Bill Ripken, Matt Vasgersian and Tom Verducci.
E02
Bench
Thu, Jan 31 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
An in-depth and intimate look at Johnny Bench's Hall of Fame playing career and his life now as a father to two young sons. Narrated by award-winning actor Martin Sheen.
E03
Alex Cora, The Making of a Champion
Wed, Feb 13 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
The life and journey of Boston's Alex Cora, just the fourth rookie manager to win a World Series title. Included: growing up in Caguas, Puerto Rico; his college and pro careers; and interviews with players, coaches, managers and his family.
E04
The 1995 Mariners, Saving Baseball in Seattle
Mon, Jul 8 2019 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Chronicling the Mariners' memorable run to their first-ever AL West title in 1995, when a team led by Ken Griffey Jr. and Randy Johnson helped keep baseball in the Pacific Northwest and punctuated the season with a stirring ALDS win over the Yankees.
E05
The Cobra at Twilight
Fri, Dec 13 2019 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
MLB Network Presents profiles Dave Parker, from his accomplished 19-year MLB career to his current battle with Parkinson's disease.
Season 6
3 episodes
E01
Birds of a Different Game: The ‘80s Cardinals
Wed, Jan 29 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
The St. Louis Cardinals teams of the 1980s are examined. Whitey Herzog was hired as manager in 1980 and began crafting a team that was built on speed and defense. Cardinals were the only team in the decade to appear in three World Series (winning the 1982 World Series over the Milwaukee Brewers).
E02
Junior
Mon, Jun 22 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Stars and legends from across the sports and entertainment landscape discuss Ken Griffey Jr.'s generational talent, which made transcended baseball and made him one of sports' most famous athletes.
E03
Icons Lost
Sun, Dec 27 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
MLB Network honors six legendary Hall of Famers who passed away in 2020: Tom Seaver, Lou Brock, Al Kaline, Bob Gibson, Whitey Ford, and Joe Morgan. (In a fitting postscript to 2020, a seventh Hall of Famer, Phil Niekro, died the day this episode originally aired.)
Season 7
2 episodes
E01
Tatis: The Rise of El Niño
Thu, Jul 15 2021 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
'Tatis: The Rise of El Niño' debuted as an 'MLB Network Presents' documentary. Presented by Gatorade, the feature length doc dives deep into the journey of the Major League Baseball superstar-- from his upbringing in the Dominican Republic, to his meteoric ascent to stardom and his close relationship with his family.
E02
Remembering the Game for New York
Fri, Sep 10 2021 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
New York area natives and former Major League Baseball players Mark DeRosa (Carlstadt, NJ), John Franco (Brooklyn), Steve Karsay (Queens), Al Leiter (Toms River, NJ), Dave Martinez (Manhattan) and Jason Marquis (Staten Island) commemorate the 20-year anniversary of September 11, 2001.
Season 8
2 episodes
E01
Donnie Baseball
Mon, Apr 4 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Don Mattingly speaks candidly about his baseball life and what drove him to be considered by many as MLB's best player for a six-year period from 1984 through 1989 and being the only Yankee to have his number retired without winning a World Series.
E02
The Jackie Legacy
Thu, Jul 21 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
25 years after his number was retired across Major League Baseball and 75 years after he broke baseball's color barrier, MLB Network is reminding fans of Jackie Robinson's legacy in a new half hour feature. Includes several interviews discussing Robinson's widespread impact on baseball and the country at large, along with the unprecedented decision to retire his number across the sport.
Season 9
3 episodes
E01
Tito: The Terry Francona Story
Mon, Apr 24 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Documents Cleveland Guardians manager Francona's mark on baseball, releasing as he pursues his third World Series championship. Former Red Sox manager Theo Epstein, and former Red Sox players Curt Schilling, Kevin Millar and more will discuss their first-hand experiences with Francona.
E02
Brett
Fri, Dec 8 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
A kid from California, his forever bond with the city of Kansas City will be a theme throughout. Explored in the film will be Brett's relationship with his father, batting .390 in 1980, the Royals vs. Yankees rivalry (lost 3 straight ALCS to NYY before beating them in 1980), the pine tar game, and his relentless drive for excellence.
E04
Michael Jack Schmidt
Fri, Dec 13 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Explore Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt's iconic career and relationship with the city of Philadelphia.
Season 10
3 episodes
E01
One of a Kind
Mon, Aug 26 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
Hall of Famer Greg Maddux, one of Major League Baseball's all-time great pitchers.
E02
Driven: The Freddie Freeman Story
Fri, Jul 18 2025 12:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min
E03
Behind the Smile: Francisco Lindor
Mon, Sep 1 2025 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Lindor and his family will be featured as the program peels back the curtain on the five-time All-Star, who plays with unbridled joy. Baseball luminaries will discuss Lindor's rise to stardom, including former Guardians manager Terry Francona.
Season 12
1 episode
E01
Champagne Showers
Fri, Jan 2 2026 1:00 AM GMT+0000
90 min