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The Best Episodes of MLB Network Presents

Every episode of MLB Network Presents ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of MLB Network Presents!

The Best Episodes of MLB Network Presents

A series of documentaries and profiles on some of baseball's most prominent personalities.

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  1. Background image for The 8th Wonder of the World: The Astrodome
    9.1/10(14 votes)

    #1 - The 8th Wonder of the World: The Astrodome

    S1:E11

    A look at how the Astrodome was home to baseball games and events like the "Game of the Century" where the Houston Cougars ended UCLA's 47-game winning streak, and the "Battle of the Sexes" match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs.

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    Director:Unknown
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  2. Background image for Donnie Baseball
    9.0/10(6 votes)

    #2 - Donnie Baseball

    S8:E1

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  3. Background image for Terry Collins: A Life in Baseball
    8.6/10(7 votes)

    #3 - Terry Collins: A Life in Baseball

    S2:E1

    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.

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  4. Background image for The Making of Mr. October
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    #4 - The Making of Mr. October

    S2:E10

    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.

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  5. Background image for Mr. Padre
    8.4/10(28 votes)

    #5 - Mr. Padre

    S4:E1

    The career of Tony Gwynn (1960-2014) is examined. Nicknamed Mr. Padre, Gwynn had a infectious personality that connected with fans, teammates, media members and rival players.

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  6. Background image for The Bird
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #6 - The Bird

    S2:E7

    The story of baseball phenomenon Mark Fidrych, a small town Massachusetts kid who found himself at the center of the American sports world in the summer of 1976. Still the only MLB player ever to grace the cover of Rolling Stone magazine, this counter-culture hero captivated a nation, and his tragic fall from grace in chronicled with interviews from friends, family and teammates.

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  8. Background image for Tatis: The Rise of El Niño
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #7 - Tatis: The Rise of El Niño

    S7:E1

    An in-depth documentary detailing the recent rise of San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. Hailing from the Dominican Republic, Tatis made his MLB debut in 2019, won a Silver Slugger Award in 2020 and was a 2021 All-Star. In addition to Tatis and his family, MLB Network talks with legends like Pedro Martinez and Alex Rodriguez about the rising star.

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  9. Background image for Randy Johnson: The Big Picture
    8.0/10(9 votes)

    #8 - Randy Johnson: The Big Picture

    S1:E7

    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.

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  10. Background image for The Story of Billy Bean
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #9 - The Story of Billy Bean

    S1:E5

    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.

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  11. Background image for Eck: A Story of Saving
    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #10 - Eck: A Story of Saving

    S4:E4

    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.

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    7.7/10(9 votes)

    #11 - Brett

    S9:E2

    Watch the behind the scenes on one of the greatest third basemen in history.

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  13. Background image for Dusty: A Baseball Journey
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #12 - Dusty: A Baseball Journey

    S2:E4

    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.

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  14. Background image for Only in Hollywood
    7.6/10(10 votes)

    #13 - Only in Hollywood

    S4:E3

    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.

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  15. Background image for The Colorful Montreal Expos
    7.5/10(23 votes)

    #14 - The Colorful Montreal Expos

    S2:E2

    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.

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  16. Background image for Joy in Wrigleyville
    7.5/10(10 votes)

    #15 - Joy in Wrigleyville

    S2:E11

    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.

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  17. Background image for 56: The Streak
    7.4/10(10 votes)

    #16 - 56: The Streak

    S2:E6

    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.

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  18. Background image for Holy Cow! The Story of Harry Caray
    7.3/10(10 votes)

    #17 - Holy Cow! The Story of Harry Caray

    S2:E3

    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.

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  19. Background image for Nasty Boys: The 1990 Cincinnati Reds
    7.1/10(12 votes)

    #18 - Nasty Boys: The 1990 Cincinnati Reds

    S1:E2

    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.

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  20. Background image for Atlanta Rules: The Story of the 90s Braves
    7.1/10(12 votes)

    #19 - Atlanta Rules: The Story of the 90s Braves

    S4:E2

    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.

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  21. Background image for Greg Maddux: One of a Kind
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    #20 - Greg Maddux: One of a Kind

    S9:E3

    Feature-length documentary detailing Maddux's journey from struggling rookie to all-time great pitcher.

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  22. Background image for Rod Carew: The Fight of His Life
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #21 - Rod Carew: The Fight of His Life

    S2:E5

    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.

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  23. Background image for Royal in Kansas City, 30 Years Later
    6.8/10(7 votes)

    #22 - Royal in Kansas City, 30 Years Later

    S1:E9

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  24. Background image for The Odd Couple: Bochy and Flannery
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    #23 - The Odd Couple: Bochy and Flannery

    S1:E1

    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.

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  25. Background image for The Offseason: Hope in Chicago and Miami
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    #24 - The Offseason: Hope in Chicago and Miami

    S1:E3

    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.

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  26. Background image for Hall of Fame Pitchers: Smoltz & Pedro
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    #25 - Hall of Fame Pitchers: Smoltz & Pedro

    S1:E4

    Behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Pedro Martinez and John Smoltz as they get the call to Cooperstown.

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Best Episodes Summary

"The 8th Wonder of the World: The Astrodome" is the best rated episode of "MLB Network Presents". It scored 9.1/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/15/2015. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Donnie Baseball".