Baseball Isn’t Boring

It's a great time for Bradfo to catch up once again with Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow. The guys talk all things MLB Draft, and what that experience is like for the chief decision-makers, while also diving into the expectations, insight, and approach when it comes to the upcoming trade deadline. 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

Wondering why Garrett Crochet's uniform pants look the way they do? So did Bradfo, which is why he sat down with the Red Sox ace to get the history of his unique choice in presentation. Bradfo also catches up with Roman Anthony to get the what's what when it comes to playing in front of the left field wall at Fenway Park for the first time. 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 Baseball Isn't Boring gets ready to take over Atlanta and the All-Star festivities, Bradfo helps ease into the festivities with some great conversations. First up is friend of the podcast Ryan Pepiot, with the Rays' starter explaining how he has evolved and why his teammate is going to win the Home Run Derby. Next is Garrett Crochet, who explains his unique choice in uniform pant etiquette. And, finally, speedster Chandler Simpson jumps back on to offer lessons learned from being in the majors, going to the minors and then getting promoted again. He also answers the pressing questions: Is it any more difficult to steal bases in the major leagues. 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 on the radio, this time he makes an appearance with 'Jones & Keefe' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Will Flemming versus Will Clark feud, the latest when it comes to the Jarren Duran and Joe Ryan rumors, and much 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 sits down with Rockies Reliever Jake Bird to talk about the art of the autograph, when he started developing his, and much 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

The Rockies might be the worst team in baseball, but that doesn't mean they are boring. Bradfo proves that in this podcast, sitting down with one of Colorado's best players this season, Mickey Moniak, to talk about his life as a former first overall pick (2016) and what that life is like. There is also a conversation with Jake Bird about the art of the autograph, along with an in-depth discussion with closer Seth Halvorsen on what it's like to throw 103 mph. It's educational. It's insightful. It's informative. It's entertaining. 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

What should first-time All-Stars expect when they hit Atlanta next week? Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran - the MVP of last year's game - sits down with Bradfo to reflect on what the entire experience is like. Surprises. Highlights. Realities. Memories. There is a lot that goes into just a few days. 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

There is probably no better example of Baseball Isn't Boring science impacting a player than Trevor Story. From the time he accepted his BIB sticker, the shortstop has been one of the best hitters in baseball, with his three-run homer moments after conducting this podcast offering the latest punctuation. Story sits down with Bradfo to talk about his turnaround, his current existence, and all things being Trevor Story these days. It's another fantastic look into a fascinating journey. 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

Nationals Interim Manager Miguel Cairo met with the media to discuss why he decided to take the Nats interim manager gig, his relationship with Davey Martinez, what he aims to improve with the club, and much 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

In this BIB vault, Bradfo catches up with Roman Anthony of the Red Sox to offer next-level insight into what life has been like and how he is handling his new world in the major leagues. It's the kind of conversation you simply aren't going to get on any other podcast. 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's a fact: Pitchers like Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia should be recognized more than they are. Not a starter. Not a closer. But just a pitcher who gets outs at important times in very important games. Vesia joined Bradfo to talk about his journey, his existence in the LA bullpen, and how winning a World Series changed a lot. The guys also discuss living life with The Godfather, Joe Kelly. It's great perspective from a great pitcher. 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 on the Radio with "Chris Thomas Tonight" on 92.9 The Game to discuss the Braves extremely disappointing season so far, the Braves brutally bad farm system, which players they could consider moving, and much 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 and CBS Sports' Julian McWilliams give their take on the firings of Davey Martinez and Mike Rizzo in Washington 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 and Julian McWilliams of CBS Sports are back together again, this time giving their instant reaction to the announcement of the All-Star teams for each league. As is the case every year, the rosters have led to some hot debate, with the guys diving head-first into the controversies. Spoiler: Julio Rodriguez's name might come up. Along with journalistic tips of the trade, underwear-packing strategies and fancy suit talk, the guys also give their take on the firings of Dave Martinez and Mike Rizzo in Washington. 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 bring back a conversation Bradfo had with Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins at the end of April, which may have very well launched Toronto toward their current existence as a first-place team. The Jays have gone 38-22 since the sit-down, which is why it is a perfect time to resurface the get-to-know-you session with Ross from just more than two months ago. 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's that time of year again, when teams are starting to define themselves as buyers and sellers heading into the last days of July. Bradfo and Gordo (Play Tessie) get together for another Baseball Isn't Boring Radio Show to discuss what is the reality when it comes to the Red Sox's deadline intentions, and what names we should be talking about. 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

Who is your favorite player on each MLB team? Adam Ottavino and Julian McWilliams join Bradfo to give their picks (with a surprise at the end). 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

Nick Martinez is back, this time sitting down with Bradfo to talk about a feat not many pitchers can stake a claim to - a start in which he carried a no-hitter into the ninth inning. The Reds starter takes us inside that game against the Padres, while also explaining what life has been like since becoming the only player to accept a qualifying offer this offseason. As always, Nick is insightful, entertaining, and awesome. 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 is the day that makes us stop to remind us how great the national pastime. It is the heart of the baseball season. It is the Fourth of July. Courtney Finnicum joins Bradfo to reflect on why the holiday is so special for baseball fans, and how we should go about celebrating it. Courtney also offers another excellent ballpark view, this one involving Angel Stadium. There is also talk of margarita popsicles. It's a great way to revel in baseball and our nation's birthday. 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's July, which means the topic of trades is going to be in the air throughout the world of Major League Baseball. We wanted to take the conversation to another level, with Bradfo catching up with Reds reliever Taylor Rogers, who has lived the life of being traded three different times in three different points in the calendar year. It's an education on what life is like for these players being dealt from one team to another. 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

Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns met with the media to offer updates on some injured players, such as Sean Manaea, Jesse Winker, and Kodai Senga, while also discussing whether the recent play has impacted his view of the team and whether the Mets will consider calling up Nolan McLean or Brandon Sproat with the latest injuries to Paul Blackburn and Griffin Canning 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

Romy Gonzalez of the Red Sox has all but two of his team's pinch-hits this season, going 4-for-6. (The team is only 6-for-51.) So, how does he do it? The infielder talks with Bradfo about the art of pinch-hitting, with a surprising connection to the best that has ever done 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

The All-Star starters have been announced, and nine players are living that life for the first time. Perhaps the most intriguing is Ryan O'Hearn, who has been identified as the American League's starting DH just a few years after being designated for assignment by the Kansas City Royals. It's a great story, and it is great to hear O'Hearn's reaction to getting the honor. 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 has been proven that the senses of Baseball Isn't Boring are keen, which is why you should listen to this podcast. It's the one where Bradfo sits down with Mike Napoli to talk about all the reasons the Reds coach would make a great manager. The guys talk about Napoli's journey with Terry Francona, what he has learned as a player and coach, and a great Dustin Pedroia story. 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

Reds Pitcher and MLB Pipeline's number 2 overall prospect in the game Chase Burns sits down with Bradfo to discuss the thing that he was most caught off guard about so far in MLB, his draft experience, and much 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

Want to know what it is like for the top two prospects (according to MLB Pipeline) as they are introduced into the world of big league baseball? You're in luck. Bradfo catches up with Roman Anthony of the Red Sox and the Reds' Chase Burns to offer next-level insight into what life has been like for each of them and how they are handling their new worlds in the major leagues. It's the kind of conversation you simply aren't going to get on any other podcast. 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 on the radio, this time he makes an appearance with 'Jones & Keefe' on WEEI. The crew is discussing whether the Red Sox will step up their extension talks with Alex Bregman in the wake of the Devers trade, Chase Burns potential pitch tipping, Jordan Hicks debut, and much 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

Alex Bregman seems to be closing in on a return date after missing the last month because of an injured quad. The Red Sox third baseman sat down with reporters to offer an encouraging update on his health, while also weighing in on Scott Boras' claim that Bregman is open to signing an extension with the Sox. 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 starting pitcher Kevin Gausman is back, and this time he is using the podcast for a very important mission: finding a flamethrower his team can use for a postgame celebration. Gausman sits down with Bradfo to talk about the journey, along with what life is like being the original Paul Skenes, a star pitcher and top draft pick from LSU. We cap things off with Alex Bregman explaining where he is in his comeback from a quad injury. It's entertaining. It's informative. It's another great podcast. 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

Any time you are the second overall pick in the MLB Draft and you then make it to the major leagues less than a year later, you're going to get attention. It's why resurfacing the sit-down conversation our own Bella Geskos had with Chase Burns is a no-brainer. It is an opportunity to get to know one of the hottest young pitching prospects in the 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

The Big 3 - Bradfo, Adam Ottavino, and Julian McWilliams - are back, and this time they get a chance to dive into the world of the MLB trade deadline. Why? Because July is just about upon us. All the angles are covered when it comes to how important this whole trade deadline is, with unique perspectives from the players' point of view, and those who have some strong opinions about how teams should approach these coming days. The guys also identify their favorite players on every team (with a surprise at the very end). 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

For the first time since being traded in the Rafael Devers deal, Jordan Hicks talked about being part of the package of players going from San Francisco to Boston and how he views the opportunity. Hicks also explained why he is excited to once again live life as a reliever. 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

Baseball has always had a fascination with matchups, whether it is a lefty pitcher against a lefty hitter or a righty hurler going up against a right-handed batter. But is it still a thing? Bradfo catches up with one of the best in the business in getting lefty hitters out, Yankees reliever Tim Hill, while also talking to a right-handed-hitting weapon, Angels outfielder Taylor Ward. 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 at Baseball Isn't Boring love to talk about the art of pitching, how it has evolved, what it is doing, and where it is going. It's why Kyle 'The Professor' Hendricks is the perfect guy for Bradfo to catch up. The guys have an awesome conversation about the state of pitching and the hitters that all these hurlers are going against. It's a great listen for anyone interested in really intelligent baseball 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

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time he makes an appearance with 'Blair & Barker' on Sportsnet. The crew is discussing the Red Sox taking the field at Fenway in a post-Devers world, the need for the Red Sox to make a move for a middle of the order bat, and much 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

In this 'Pitch and Moan', Courtney Finnicum is joined by 2x World Series Champion and member of the 2005 White Sox Aaron Rowand to reminisce about the historic 2005 White Sox championship, discuss the upcoming 2005 World Series 20 year reunion, what the White Sox and Chicago mean to him, and much 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 back on the radio, this time he makes an appearance with 'Jones & Keefe' on WEEI. The crew is discussing how bad the offense has become since the Devers trade, the latest around Jordan Hicks and Kyle Harrison, the need for the Red Sox to make a move soon, and much 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

Celebrating Lucas Erceg on the podcast is easy. He is insightful. He is entertaining. He is a very good pitcher. But, most importantly, he has a powerful story to tell. Bradfo catches up with the Royals reliever to reflect on his sobriety journey, which just reached five years. It's the kind of conversation that will make you appreciate the challenges that people and players like Lucas go through. There is also some good trade deadline reflection talk. It's a podcast that should make you think. 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

There has been a lot of discussion lately about the value of returning to the minors after being introduced to the majors. Mike Trout. Jackson Holliday. Kristian Campbell. Now, Bradfo gets the perspective of Red Sox pitcher Richard Fitts, who joins the latest 2-Minute Grill to explain what he has learned heading into his reintroduction to the bigs. 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 happened again. Someone has a conversation with Baseball Isn't Boring, and great things happen. In this case, it is Angels second baseman Christian Moore, who popped two home runs just hours after sitting down with Bradfo. The eighth overall pick from last year's MLB Draft reflects on his past year while also helping explain why he was one of the few who actually decided to attend the Draft last year. It's a great introduction to a player you're going to want to get to know. 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

When it comes to Dylan Cease's appearances on the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast, the subjects have been wide-ranging, with talk of disc golf, poetry, meditation, and, of course, pitching. We give you another wide-ranging conversation as Bradfo catches up with Dylan at Petco Park to talk about his art - both and off the field. There is also some contract talk, as well. It's always a good time with Cease 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

Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns met with the media to offer updates on some injured players, such as Sean Manaea and Jesse Winker, while also reflecting on the lack of production from the likes of Francisco Alvarez, Ronny Mauricio, Brett Baty, and Mark Vientos. There is also talk of prospects and how Stearns views his overall lineup. 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 catches up with another player on the Nationals who is likely bound for the All-Star Game, closer Kyle Finnegan, who explains how he has been so awesome while reflecting on a wild offseason. 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 was just about a year ago Bradfo sat down with then-prospect James Wood to talk about his excitement regarding almost making it the majors. Now the guys are reunited, this time with James having established himself as one of the most exciting young players in all of baseball (who also just happened to hit his 23rd home run). What has life been like for Wood? It's a fascinating glimpse into a captivating talent. Bradfo also catches up with another player on the Nationals who is likely bound for the All-Star Game, closer Kyle Finnegan, who explains how he has been so awesome while reflecting on a wild offseason. 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

What should you know about Ben Casparius? He has become one of the most vital members of the Dodgers' entire roster. The 26-year-old, who pitched in three major league games before contributing to LA's World Series run, is doing a little bit of everything for the NL West leaders. Most importantly, the Dodgers are 19-5 when the UConn product pitches. Bradfo sits down with Casparius to talk about how his postseason introduction has molded him for 2025. There is also a great cider donut comp! 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 keeps happening! Whether it is a player, executive or manager getting a sticker and then experiencing good times, or somebody sitting down to an interview just hours before excelling. It is the BIB Bump, and Xander Bogaerts is living the life. The Padres' shortstop sits down with Bradfo for the second time in four days, having notched a big league-best 10 hits since his first interview. 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

Dodgers reliever Michael Kopech is always one of our favorite guests to appear on the podcast. Why? Just listen to this episode and you will know why. Bradfo catches up with Kopech once again, this time at Dodger Stadium, to reflect on last season, the World Series, his injury this offseason and how it all has impacted him. To top things off, Bradfo also talks to Kopech's teammate Ben Casparius to get his take on how last season's championship impacted his current existence. 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 on the radio, this time he makes an appearance with 'The Christian Arcand Show' on WEEI. The crew is discussing David Ortiz's latest public comments regarding Rafael Devers, how the Red Sox plan on approaching the trade deadline, and much 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

The baseball world lost a great one in longtime reporter Scott Miller, who passed away at the age of 62 on Saturday. Scott was a friend of the podcast and a friend of the entire world of baseball, representing all that was good in the world of reporting and the game as a whole. Bradfo offers his tribute to Scott, while also resurfacing a podcast the two did a few months ago, previewing his recently released book, "Skipper: Why Baseball Managers Matter and Always Will". 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 documented many times on the podcast the pitfalls that have come with youth baseball these days. Well, you aren't going to find a better example of the problem(s) than what Joe Kelly went through. The brand's co-owner joins to tell the story of his unbelievable and unfortunate experience in a 9-year-old travel ball championship game. (Spoiler: A parent punched him.) This podcast should be a wake-up call. 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