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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(5 votes)

    #2 - Donnie Baseball

    S8:E1

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

    #3 - 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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  4. Background image for Tatis: The Rise of El Niño
    8.2/10(6 votes)

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

    #5 - 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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    8.0/10(19 votes)

    #6 - Junior

    S6:E2

    In exclusive new interviews, stars and legends across the sports and entertainment landscape discuss Ken Griffey Jr.’s generational talent, which transcended baseball and made him one of sports’ most famous athletes. Narrated by Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning actor Sterling K. Brown, the 90-minute documentary chronicles Griffey Jr.’s journey from growing up in clubhouses alongside his father Ken Griffey, Sr. to becoming the face of baseball throughout the 1990s. From his picturesque swing to his unforgettable swagger, Griffey Jr. opens up about his life’s seminal moments, which propelled him to 630 home runs and a first-ballot induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2016.

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

    #7 - 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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  9. Background image for Eck: A Story of Saving
    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #8 - 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)

    #9 - Brett

    S9:E2

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

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

    #10 - 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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  12. Background image for Birds of a Different Game: The '80s Cardinals
    7.2/10(14 votes)

    #11 - Birds of a Different Game: The '80s Cardinals

    S6:E1

    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).

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

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

    #13 - 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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  15. Background image for Greg Maddux: One of a Kind
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    #14 - 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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  16. Background image for Royal in Kansas City, 30 Years Later
    6.8/10(7 votes)

    #15 - Royal in Kansas City, 30 Years Later

    S1:E9

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  17. Background image for The Odd Couple: Bochy and Flannery
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    #16 - 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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  18. Background image for The Offseason: Hope in Chicago and Miami
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    #17 - 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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  19. Background image for Hall of Fame Pitchers: Smoltz & Pedro
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    #18 - 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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  20. Background image for Buck Showalter: A Life in Baseball
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    #19 - Buck Showalter: A Life in Baseball

    S1:E6

    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.

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  21. Background image for Aaron, Bench, Koufax & Mays
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    #20 - Aaron, Bench, Koufax & Mays

    S1:E8

    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.

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  22. Background image for Lenny Randle: The Most Interesting Man in Baseball
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    #21 - Lenny Randle: The Most Interesting Man in Baseball

    S1:E10

    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.

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  23. Background image for Hawk: The Colorful Life of Ken Harrelson
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    #22 - Hawk: The Colorful Life of Ken Harrelson

    S1:E99

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  24. Background image for Terry Collins: A Life in Baseball
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    #23 - 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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  25. Background image for The Colorful Montreal Expos
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    #24 - 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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  26. Background image for Holy Cow! The Story of Harry Caray
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    #25 - 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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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".