Baseball Isn’t Boring

It's not a podcast with Lucas Giolito without talking about the Big 3 in the entertainment industry: Movies, TV, and video games. Lucas is back with Bradfo and they touch on all three, with the free agent pitcher offering his take on two recently-released movies - 'Bugonia' and 'One Battle After Another'. There is his take on the delayed release of 'Grand Theft Auto 6' while the guys take a deep dive into the problems with hospital shows. To listen to the entire podcast, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the more intriguing free agents heading into this offseason is first baseman Pete Alonso. The slugger is now free of a qualifying offer and in a position to get the payday he couldn't secure a year ago. The Athletic's Tim Britton broke down Alonso's case in his most recent conversation with Bradfo. To listen to the entire podcast with Tim, talking about his free agent projections, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just a few minutes after learning he would not be receiving the qualifying offer, Lucas Giolito returned to the podcast for another long conversation with Bradfo. The pitcher explains his thoughts on not getting a QO, what happened at the end of his 2025 season, and whether or not he would have been able to pitch in the postseason had it continued. Giolito detailed his plan for this offseason, while reflecting on some very specific memories during his time in Boston. There is, of course, plenty of movie and TV talk, as well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Five days after the Blue Jays' heartbreaking Game 7 loss in the World Series to the Dodgers, Toronto president of baseball operations Mark Shapiro met with the media to reflect on what has happened, both in what was a memorable season and also in that final World Series game. Shapiro also talks about how the entire run will impact the organization going forward, presenting an optimistic picture for the American League champs. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alonso is joined by Bradfo to discuss everything that went down in the World Series from first pitch to the final out, with some Yamamoto, Ohtani, celebrity stories, and baseball clinches mixed in along the way! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Britton of The Athletic is back, and this time he's talking projections ... MLB free agent projections. Tim joins Bradfo to talk about his recently-released annual article, which offers a great jumping-off point when it comes to locking in on how much each free agent is about to make. It's part of science. It's part math. And it's all fun. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is back with the guys on WEEI Afternoons, this time for the first time since the conclusion of the 2025 MLB season. There is talk about Alex Bregman, Pete Alonso and Bradfo staying next to a fraternity house in Toronto. It's a great way to launch Sox fans into the offseason silly season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So, what is it like up in Toronto these days? Well, Bradfo turns to friend of the podcast Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet to give the what's what when it comes to post-World Series vibes in Canada. Not only do the guys talk about the impact of the Jays' Game 7 loss, but they also try and make sense of the news that Shane Bieber is opting into his contract and will stay in Toronto for another season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona is back for another can't-miss sit-down interview with Courtney Finnicum. This time, Tito and Courtney talk about Francona's return to the manager's seat, with stories and lessons from the 2025 season. There is Francona's take on the state of baseball, in-game interviews, and this year's epic World Series. The always awesome Terry Francona is awesome once again. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is reunited with MLB Network's Sean Casey, who began his media career as a player, filming interviews with our BIB host. The guys are not only reflecting on what they just saw in the 2025 MLB season, but reflecting on those days when they went around interviewing David Ortiz about his Top 5 movies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Orioles Owner David Rubenstein, POBO Mike Elias & Manager Craig Albernaz met with the Baltimore media to discuss their decision to hire him as manager, what he hopes to accomplish in his first season on the job, how this came about, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Ottavino (yes, the same Adam Ottavino talking with the Rockies about their GM job) is back with Bradfo, this time reflecting on what they just saw in the epic 2025 World Series and what can be learned by the other teams. There is also some next-level analysis on Yoshinobu Yamamoto and team construction. The always excellent Ottavino is excellent once again. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The postseason can turn previously relatively unknown baseball players into World Series heroes. Just ask Will Klein and Justin Wrobleski. Bradfo caught up with the two Dodgers relievers, who each played huge roles in LA's 2025 World Series championship. It's a great perspective on two players still trying to come to grips with their newfound fame. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ed Hand is back with his annual list of free agents, ranking each free agent-eligible player as we head into Hot Stove season. Ed joins Bradfo to talk about the list, the process of forming the list, the best of the best, and who will win the Jorge Alfaro Underappreciated Free Agent Award - the player nobody is really talking about but maybe should. It's always a good way to kick off the offseason, and this is no exception. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ted Glasnow (brother of Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow) and Fred Freeman (father of LA first baseman Freddie Freeman) both join Bradfo immediately after the Dodgers' title-clinching victory to reflect on their respective emotions and the 2025 journey their loved ones took to achieve this World Series glory. There is also some next-level hair talk. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dodgers are world champs and the belief in the Baseball Isn't Boring cause has never been stronger. Both are true because of what transpired in Game 7 in an epic showdown between the Blue Jays and LA. In among the world champs' celebration, Bradfo caught up with world-famous life coach Tony Robbins, a pitcher who was in the heart of a Game 7 bench-clearer, Justin Wrobleski, the man who helped build the champs, Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes, and one of the players who will now be getting a Baseball Isn't Boring tattoo, Michael Kopech. There is a lot to talk about and a lot of people to talk to, so Bradfo went boots on the ground in Toronto to get the job done. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dodgers are back-to-back champs, and two big reasons for this latest title were manager Dave Roberts and the World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The pair took to the podium to reflect on how they got the job done in the pivotal Game 7, in which Yamamoto came on to throw the final 2 2/3 innings despite making 96 pitches just the day before. They were a pair of next-level performances by the manager and the player. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An epic seven-game World Series just ended, with the Blue Jays coming out on the short end against the Dodgers despite being just two outs away from taking it all. Toronto manager John Schneider took to the podium after the Game 7 loss to reflect on the gut-wrenching defeat. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo caught up with Ashley and Joe Kelly postgame after last year's Dodgers title-clinching game to talk about the World Series, their tattoo bet, but most importantly, the hilarious situation Ashley found herself in when trying to get a selfie with Derek Jeter To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo recaps a wild day that began with a flight to Buffalo, followed by a car ride to Toronto, where he soaked in all things Game 6 of the World Series. How did it all end? With David Ortiz strolling along with our Baseball Isn't Boring host through the Rogers Centre outfield, waxing poetic about the awesomeness that has taken place and waits in the final game of the 2025 season. Besides Ortiz, Bradfo also talks to some key participants in this World Series' latest chaotic showdown, this one, of course, being Game 6 with its unforgettable ending. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alonso Sarinana is back with another edition of West Coast Bias and he is joined by Dodgers Legend Eric Gagne to discuss the what's gone wrong for the Dodgers so far in this World Series. They break down who stood out, who's underperformed, the Dodgers narrow path to victory, their predictions for what will happen, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have seen so many inspirational stories throughout this postseason thanks to players who have turned their careers around over the course of the last year due to improved health and/or performance. But you aren't going to find a more inspirational example of what a difference a year can make than what David Hess delivers. The pitcher, who has fought through two bouts of cancer after pitching in more than 60 major league games, joined Bradfo to reflect on his journey from sickness to his now living on the doorstep of a return to the big leagues. It's the kind of inspiration that is perfect punctuation for this baseball season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Toronto manager John Schneider and his Dodgers counterpart Dave Roberts took to the podium at Rogers Centre on a World Series workout day to offer up their respective clubs' mindset and approach toward what could be the final game of the 2025 MLB season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giants POBO Buster Posey & Manager Tony Vitello met with the SF media to discuss their decision to hire him as manager, what he hopes to accomplish in his first season on the job, how this came about, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Way back on Sept. 17, Adam Ottavino joined the podcast and predicted Trey Yesavage - who had just entered into MLB at that time - would be a breakout postseason star. In the same conversation, Bradfo was also convinced that the Blue Jays might win it all. Well, we're sitting here with Yesavage making history and the Jays one win away from a World Series title. Bradfo breaks it all down, while offering up Game 5 postgame sound from Blue Jays manager John Schneider, Yesavage and Davis Schneider. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo sits down with Griffin Cantrell, the 20-year-old who at 8 years old gave Mookie Betts the good luck necklace that he wears to this day. The two discuss the origins of the necklace, how the exchange came about, the journey that led to Griffin appearing on Mookie's podcast, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are all tied up in the World Series, two games apiece, thanks to the Blue Jays' Game 4 win over the Dodgers. While we wait for a pivotal Game 5 at Dodger Stadium, it's a great opportunity for Bradfo to remind everyone about important reminders regarding the two stars of this latest win, Vlad Guerrero Jr. and Shane Bieber. Vlad represents everything a superstar should be. Bieber represents the reality that actually trying to win the World Series at the deadline is worth it. We also give you all the interviews after the game from Jays manager John Schneider, Bieber and Guerrero Jr. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It wasn't long ago that the Orioles were shaping up to be the next American League powerhouse. So, what happened? Bradfo is joined by Eric Arditti of Barstool Sports to reflect on the path that led the O's to this point and why there is still hope heading into 2026. With the World Series going on, it's a fascinating example of how quickly the best laid plans of an organization can go awry and what kind of adjustments are needed. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo sits down with Sam Dysktra to cover all the happenings going on at the Arizona Fall League, including assessing 2 notable names from the Mets farm system in outfielder Nick Morabito and catcher/outfielder Chris Suero, both of whom are looking to capitalize an successful campaigns in the minors To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Take your pick of what you want to focus on from the Dodgers' historic 18-inning Game 3 win over the Blue Jays. Shohei Ohtani reaching base nine times. Freddie Freeman hitting another World Series walk-off homer. Or just the fact it went EIGHTEEN INNINGS! But it's hard to ignore the story of perhaps LA's biggest hero, reliever Will Klein. Bradfo breaks down why the unknown pitcher was the star among stars, while also supplying the reactions from Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Freeman and Klein. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLB Pipeline's finest is back as Sam Dykstra returns to the pod with Bradfo to discuss the biggest standouts from the Arizona Fall League, Esmerlyn Valdez's rise to stardom and what to make of the Mets participants To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Dodgers and Blue Jays head into Game 3 of the World Series, LA manager Dave Roberts and his go-to guy on the mound and at the plate Shohei Ohtani met with the media at Dodger Stadium. They talked about travel nightmares, chants, and, of course, mindsets going into these three games in Los Angeles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alonso Sarinana is back with another edition of West Coast Bias and he is joined by Longtime MLB Reliever Joe Beimel to discuss the first two games of the World Series and look ahead to the rest of the series. They break down who stood out, the under-the-radar storylines, which matchups favor both teams, their series predictions, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your favorite baseball duo is back as Rich Hill returns to the pod with Bradfo to discuss his future on the mound, his biggest takeaways from the first 2 World Series games, and tales from his memorabilia room along the way To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is reunited with a BIB favorite, Dodgers reliever Michael Kopech, this time talking about a very unique subject: What is it like supporting your team in the World Series with no shot at participating? The injured Kopech opens up about life watching from the dugout throughout this postseason run and what that feels like for a player like himself. There is also the revelation that Kopech and team physical therapist Johnathan Erb might have predicted Ohtani's three-home run/six shutout inning game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back-to-back complete games in the postseason. That's what Yoshinobu Yamamoto has now done after shutting down the Blue Jays in Game 2 of the World Series. Bradfo was boots on the ground at Rogers Centre and brings you observations, reactions, and analysis from the historic start by Yoshinobu. And, to top it all off, we're supplying the conversations with both Freddie Freeman and Clayton Kershaw, who both offer next-level insight into their teammate's clutch Game 2 start. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred spent some time down on Rogers Centre's field before Game 2 of the World Series, answering questions from the media regarding the prospects of having a lockout following the 2026 season, and the problems that keep arising regarding gambling and the sport. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before Game 1 of the World Series, MLBPA chief Tony Clark met with the media to discuss some significant issues involving today's game, including the ongoing issues with gambling in the game, negotiations with commissioner Rob Manfred, and why more teams can be better than they are. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Blue Jays' rout of the Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series opened some eyes. Maybe Toronto can actually win this thing. If there is a path to a title, the Jays offered a glimpse of it thanks to a unique offensive approach and proven resiliency. Bradfo caught up with three great guys to talk about the dynamic after the Toronto win - Myles Straw, Chris Bassitt and Isiah Kiner-Falefa. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before Game 1 of the World Series, Toronto GM Ross Atkins met with the media at Rogers Centre to answer questions about how this Blue Jays team has been built and his emotions heading into the showdown with the Dodgers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mookie Betts has experienced a complicated season, ending with offensive numbers that weren't up to his usual standards. But, between how strong he has finished at the plate and the memorable switch he has made to a new position (shortstop), it is a campaign that should be remembered. So, how will Mookie remember it? He opened up to Bradfo at World Series Media Day about how he views it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While relievers will likely once again finish the postseason pitching more innings than starters, there does seem to be somewhat of a shift to understanding the importance of starting pitching the playoffs. Three starters who understand the landscape better than most - Chris Bassitt, Tyler Glasnow and Shane Bieber - join Bradfo at World Series Media Day to discuss the topic (along with a few other things along the way). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blue Jays reliever Jeff Hoffman is back on the podcast, this time sitting down with Bradfo at World Series Media Day. The main topic of conversation this time? What might it be like to get the final out of the 2025 season. Hoffman explains how he has watched other relievers get the last out of a World Series, how he envisions the moment, and what it was like to blackout when securing the punctuation on the ALCS. He also compares the clubhouses of the two teams he has participated in World Series with, the Blue Jays and Phillies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alonso Sarinana is back with another edition of West Coast Bias and he is joined by Dodgers Broadcaster Tim Neverett to discuss the upcoming World Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays. They break down who they expect to stand out, which matchups favor both teams, their series predictions, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We know there are a few members of the Dodgers who have committed to getting Baseball Isn't Boring tattoos if they win the World Series, but how about the Blue Jays? Well, hitting coach David Popkins seems to be a pretty good candidate. Bradfo caught up with Popkins to get a commitment, while also getting into some fascinating talk regarding the unique set of tattoos he already has. There is also some postseason hitting talk, as well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blue Jays Manager John Schneider takes to the podium to discuss his journey to the World Series, their past meeting with Ohtani, his Game 1 starter Trey Yesavage, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some players define their legacy with just a few weeks in October thanks to unforgettable postseason dominance. Josh Beckett has lived that life. The former ace with the Marlins, Red Sox, and Dodgers reunites with Bradfo for an insightful look at his signature moments and how the challenges and tough times were just as impactful for him. It's the kind of entertainment and education that is a perfect springboard into the World Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Angels GM Perry Minasian & Manager Kurt Suzuki met with the LA media to discuss their decision to hire him as manager, what he hopes to accomplish in his first season on the job, how this came about, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is joined by former MLB Umpire Jim Joyce to address the behind-the-scenes interworkings of being assigned to umpire the Fall Classic To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both Bradfo and Julian McWilliams (Eye Test/CBS Sports) will be boots on the ground for the World Series. Hence, they have plenty of opinions and analyses regarding the showdown between the Dodgers and Blue Jays. But this podcast has so much more, with Julian telling never-heard-before stories about a player he grew up playing with, Toronto postseason hero George Springer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices