Baseball Isn’t Boring

It's been a minute since Nick Kurtz joined us on the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast, with the first baseman first appearing on " target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">BIB with Bella Geskos when the current A's slugger was still at Wake Forest. A lot has happened since then, which is why it was a great time for Bradfo to catch up with Kurtz. On the verge of winning the American League Rookie of the Year award, the emerging star reflected on his rookie season and his awesome nickname. 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 are many who contribute significantly to a major league team's successful season. However, one who has lived a very unique existence for the past seven months is the Triple-A manager. Chad Tracy is living proof. The manager of the Red Sox's Triple-A team in Worcester joins Bradfo to reflect on maybe his most memorable season, one in which he played a part in promoting a wave of meaningful rookies, while also mentoring one, Kristian Campbell, who was sent back down to find his way. It's a great conversation with someone who has a very important and unique perspective on this past 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

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time he joins 'WEEI Afternoons' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Red Sox latest rough stretch, whether it's time to start worrying, the job security of the Sox brain trust, 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

So, what is it like to catch a baseball when broadcasting a baseball game? Fortunately, we now have an idea thanks to A's broadcaster Dallas Braden. Dallas joins Bradfo to reflect on his most recent grab, snagging a Romy Gonzalez foul ball, while explaining the feeling that comes with such a moment. The co-host of the 'Baseball Is Dead' podcast also dives into what has been notably awesome about 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

Clayton Kershaw is retiring. It's an announcement the Dodgers pitcher made Thursday, holding a press conference to declare his intentions. The question is, does the baseball world understand what an iconic pitcher we're talking about? Alonso Sarinana of 'West Coast Bias' joined Bradfo to give the what's what when it comes to exactly how elite Kershaw was and why he should be viewed as one of, if not THE, best lefty pitcher of all-time. It's a conversation that is not only timely, but super educational and unbelievably 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

Dodgers Legendary Pitcher Clayton Kershaw addressed the Los Angeles media to discuss his decision to retire, why now was the right time, 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

As part of a long conversation centering on newly retired Anthony Rizzo, Bradfo and Matt Spiegel (670 the Score) break down the merits of this current Cubs team. It's a timely topic considering Chicago just clinched a spot in the postseason. 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

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time he joins 'Jones & Keefe' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Red Sox latest stretch, his take on the Bregman, Giolito, Story contract options, Joe Kelly potentially throwing out a first pitch, 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

Bobby Crosby lived the life. Nick Kurtz is about to. No matter what happens in your big league career, once you are named Rookie of the Year, nobody can take that away. Bradfo catches up with both Crosby, the 2004 American League Rookie of the Year (and current A's first base coach), and Kurtz, the runaway favorite to win this season's award, to talk about the realities, challenges, and perspective that come with being the best of the best when it comes to your fellow rookies. The conversations promise to educate, enlighte,n and entertain for all those wondering what living that Rookie of the Year is all 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

Bradfo sits down with Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle to discuss his transition to the bullpen and his walk in music 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

Brandon Sproat. Nolan McLean. Connelly Early. Payton Tolle. Trey Yesavage. Adam Ottavino has taken a deep dive into each one of these rookie starting pitchers' stuff so far and has his take on which ones stand out from the rest. The host of 'Baseball and Coffee' joins Bradfo to break down the bunch, while also reflecting on one of his more memorable postseason moments. To listen to the entire conversation, 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

With his team surprisingly right smack dab in the middle of the postseason hunt, Arizona manager Torey Lovullo sat down with Bradfo to offer some perspective on what it's like to live the life of a skipper who is guiding his team to a playoff spot, and then that life you live once in the October mix. To listen to the entire conversation, 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

The postseason is where legends and heroes are made, sometimes out of nowhere. It's a dynamic that happens every season. It's also why Bradfo tapped into the expertise of Adam Ottavino to identify some players who are seemingly lining themselves up to become household names come the first few weeks of October. It's some education, insight, and entertainment you won't want to miss. 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 POBO David Stearns addressed the New York media to discuss the Mets collapse, what he would've done differently, the things he can do to improve their playoff chances now, 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

Connelly Early is one of the many rookies who are being called up by teams in the pennant race to help get them over the hump. The Red Sox pitcher turned in a gem in his first outing, receiving praise from all corners not only for his results, but the level of preparation he showed from the get-go. Bradfo caught up with Early to talk about how his time at West Point helped prepare him for this big moment. 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

With less than two weeks left in the regular season, it's a great time to power rank something that should be top of mind for the entire baseball world: Which fan bases are panicking more than all the rest? That's what Bradfo and Producer Evan are here for. Some teams have found themselves so close to the postseason (the Rangers), and some clubs are clinging to their spot as a playoff team (the Mets). It's time to gauge the emotions of those who are still dreaming of World Series glory. 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, Bella Geskos catches up with the newest call up for the Giants Bryce Eldridge to discuss his journey from Single-A to Triple-A last season as a 19-year old, look forward to upcoming play in the Arizona Fall League, his love of the Baltimore Ravens, 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 always entertaining and insightful Lucas Giolito returns, this time to reflect on the dynamic presented by such rookies as Connelly Early, who has both Giolito and Bradfo fascinated by his West Point roots. How the dynamic for such players changed during Giolito's career. How Max Scherzer had to teach Giolito to digest a scouting report. And why the end of the regular season is nothing like what follows in October. 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

With two weeks left in the regular season, it's time to check in with somebody in the middle of a pennant race to see how different the vibes are. Sure enough, Luke Weaver proved to be the perfect guest. The Yankees reliever sits down with Bradfo for a revealing look at how playing these games these days is totally different, and what living life in the postseason feels like. Bradfo also catches up with Lucas Giolito to get his perspective on all these rookies being called up to help out during the season's most pressure-packed time. There is also a conversation with one of those rookie pitchers, Connelly Early. It's a lot of good stuff at the perfect 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

With the Brewers clinching a playoff spot, it's a good time to resurface Bradfo's conversation with one of the team's broadcasters - and friend of the show- the great Brian Anderson. Brian talks about the evolution of the Brewers, when he knew they might be special, and what separates manager Pat Murphy. 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 team is the best in the American League? If you go by record, it's the Toronto Blue Jays followed by the Detroit Tigers. But if run differential is your thing, the Yankees are the team to beat. After the Yankees' third straight win, beating the Red Sox at Fenway Park, Jazz Chisholm made it clear who he believed is the best of the best in the AL, stating that New York is the undeniable top team in the AL. 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

With the regular season down to its final two weeks, Bradfo is joined by the Play Tessie guys (Sammy, Gordo, Pat) to fire fans up on another edition of Baseball Isn't Boring on the Radio. First up was Gordo giving the 'Miracle' speech, but for baseball fans. Then the rapper 'Black Swan' descended upon the BIB studios to provide an impromptu motivational rap. There is no better way to storm into the season's crunch 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

Kyle Harrison was dropped into the Red Sox organization after being a key part of the Rafael Devers trade. But it wasn't until September that the pitcher was reintroduced to the big leagues, having reworked his pitching arsenal over the past few months in Triple-A. So, how did Harrison view the trade, the challenge and the new approach? He talks about it with Bradfo. 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

Anthony Rizzo Day at Wrigley Field is upon us, and there is nobody better to help offer a perspective of the first baseman's Cubs career than Matt Spiegel of 670 the Score in Chicago. Bradfo catches up with Matt to talk all about Rizzo's legacy, along with an analysis of the current state of the Cubs. 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

Will Alex Bregman opt out of his three-year contract with the Red Sox after just one season? That's what most everyone in baseball is waiting to find out. Bradfo caught up with Bregman's agent, Scott Boras, to get the latest when it comes to how he and his client are viewing the situation heading into the final few weeks of the regular 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

Even with the pennant races in full swing and huge games residing on the horizon in the final days of September, it's worth pausing for some appreciation of perseverance. That's a big reason why Bradfo is bringing you the story of Ryan Fitzgerald. The Twins utilityman sits down to offer insight and inspiration when it comes to a journey that finally landed him in the major leagues this season at the age of 31 years old. It's the kind of story that should give even the biggest underdogs hope. And to top things off, Bradfo also catches up with a second and third mustachioed baseball player in Mickey Gasper and Andrew Chafin to talk about the art of growing facial hair. 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 WEEI for his weekly radio hit with the Jones and Keefe Show. This time, he is giving the what's what when it comes to which young pitcher of a group consisting of Payton Tolle, Connelly Early, and Kyle Harrison, the Red Sox might be able to count on when the postseason rolls around. 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

Few Triple-A managers have had more of an impact on their respective major league teams this season than Sergio Santos, the man at the helm with the White Sox's affiliate in Charlotte. In the latest edition of 'Pitch and Moan', Courtney Finnicum sits down with Sergio to talk about the recent past, the present and the future regarding all these prospects who are making an impact on an up-and-coming organization. Courtney also catches up with Bobby Dalbec, who has found himself tearing it up with Kansas City's Triple-A affiliate in Omaha. Dalbec offers next-level ideas for the brand 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

Trevor Plouffe has established himself as one of the rising stars in the baseball media game, having already established himself as one of the foundational voices at Jomboy Media, appearing regularly with Chris Rose on 'Baseball Today' & with Jake Storiale on 'Talkin' Baseball'. Bradfo sits down with Trevor to talk about how he views the world of baseball media, broadcasting and how players have been approaching the idea of venturing into the world he currently lives in. It's a great perspective from the longtime big leaguer. 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 would seem Kenley Jansen would have been a logical candidate to be dealt at the trade deadline, considering his excellence this season, a one-year contract, and the Angels being out of contention. But he stayed put. Why? Kenley sat down with Bradfo to give the what's what when it comes to the reason he stayed put. To listen to the entire Kenley conversation, 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

Bradfo is once again sitting down with Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo, and always it's entertaining, enlightening, informative and insightful. The guys talk about the art of communication, how managing young players has changed, and why the postseason is a different animal from the skipper's seat. The guys also reflect on how they taught each other about living and learning in the baseball world. 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 two people in baseball who have a next-level perspective on life in and around the game, you aren't going to find a pair better than Torii Hunter and Torey Lovullo. Bradfo gets the opportunity to sit down with both of them to talk about the things that really matter, such as the importance of relationships, acceptance, and curiosity. There are also some unbelievable stories along the way. It's a podcast you'll want to listen to. 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, we take you back to the moments following Connelly's promotion to Triple-A, as he now embarks on the beginning of his career in the big 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

Kenley Jansen is making his return to the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast, and this time he is bringing the heat. The Angels closer is talking trade deadline, free agency, his evolution, hat size, and, most notably, how fellow 37-year-old Aroldis Chapman is changing the way Jansen views his profession. As always, Kenley is a voice worth listening to. 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

With baseball buzzing about the Mets' young starting pitchers - Nolan McLean, Jonah Tong and Brandon Sproat - as well as the Red Sox' rookie hurler Payton Tolle, it's a great time to get some perspective from Steven Matz. The current Red Sox reliever lived the life of these rookies back in 2015, when he was thrown into the Mets' starting rotation in September before making three postseason starts during New York's World Series run. It's a quick conversation with someone who knows what's what when it comes to being thrown into the postseason fire as a rookie. 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

Zac Gallen is always fascinating to listen to, and his latest conversation with Bradfo is no exception. The Diamondbacks pitcher discusses the pursuit of a shoe endorsement, his life before, during, and after the trade deadline, how to pitch through a deep playoff run, and his perspective on his impending free agency. Once again, Zac is bringing the wisdom and wit (while pitching really, really 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

Red Sox video coordinator Mike Brenly has made a name for himself recently with some key decisions when it comes to replay. He is clearly a coach on the rise. He has known what it's like to live through the ups and downs of a major league season for virtually all his life. That's thanks to his dad, Bob Brenley, the former Diamondbacks manager and former Giants All-Star. Bradfo sits down with the father-son duo for another edition of 'Relatively Speaking'. 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

Now that we're more than a month out from the trade deadline, it's a good time to reflect on how the starting pitching market ultimately panned out. As part of the conversation, we feature Bradfo's talk with Cleveland's president of baseball operations, Chris Antonetti, who explains his approach in the Shane Bieber deal. And to top things off, there is the convo Bradfo had with the starter who ultimately was the best find at the deadline, Kansas City's Ryan Bergert. 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 always great to remember the journey any major leaguer takes, particularly one who has had to persevere for so long before landing a key piece of a pennant race. That's why it's a great time to hear Phillies reliever Tanner Banks relay lessons he learned after taking eight years to make it to the bigs and then finally finding his footing a few years later as a valued member of this current first-place Phils team. To listen to the entire conversation with Tanner, 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

Being a chief decision-maker for any organization is a nonstop existence, with team-building taking place almost every month of the year. But what about September? Cleveland president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti joined Bradfo to explain what is happening when it comes to front offices throughout baseball, many of which are preparing for both the postseason the offseason. There is also some great Shane Bieber trade talk along with Chris' reflection on when he fell in love with going to baseball games. 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 Red Sox Pitcher Payton Tolle to talk about adjusting to the MLB, the fancy hotel life, 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 joins 'Jones & Keefe' on WEEI. The crew is discussing Roman Anthony's untimely injury, the importance of good pitching in the stretch run, 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 impactful stories of the 2025 MLB baseball season aren't always those who are smothered in success. Take Nolan Jones, for instance. A star on the rise with the Rockies, the outfielder was dealt to the team he came up with, the Guardians, just before the start of the regular season. It raised doubts. It allowed for uncertainty. And it has resulted in a very uneven season for Jones. Nolan sits down with Bradfo to reflect on his unexpected path, offering perspective on how he sees his future. It's a worthwhile conversation and reminder that it's not always easy in the big 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

What starter threw the most pitches in one game this season? That would be Cleveland's Gavin Williams. The Guardians' hurler sits down with Bradfo to reflect on that almost-no-hitter against the Mets and what it felt like in the hours and days after. The guys also discussed his 2021 Draft class and the lessons he has learned since being taken in the first round. 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 Pearl Jam debate. A podcast host's style choices. The art of celebrating a walk-off. And, of course, what lies ahead for one of the top prospects in all of baseball. All of it is discussed in another meeting of the minds - and generations - involving Red Sox rookie Marcelo Mayer and Bradfo. It's always a good time when these two sit down for a convo. 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

Red Sox Outfielder Roman Anthony addressed the Boston media to discuss his oblique injury, when he felt it come on and how long he will likely miss 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 Red Sox Pitcher Lucas Giolito discusses how he approaches team picture day, what he would change about it, 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

Red Sox video coordinator Mike Brenly returns to the podcast, this time to break down how he managed to identify that Trevor Story's home run - the shortest homer of the season - actually went off Jhonkensy Noel's glove and off the Fenway Park right field foul pole. 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 critically acclaimed author Jane Leavy has a new book coming out, and it is right in the Baseball Isn't Boring wheelhouse. The title: 'Make Me The Commissioner: I Know What's Wrong With Baseball And How To Fix It.' Jane and Bradfo have an unforgettable meeting of the minds when it comes to the state of baseball and how the game might be improved/saved. It's the kind of conversation all those who care about baseball will want to listen to. 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 Pirates GM Ben Cherington to discuss how the Pirates discovered Konnor Griffin prior to the draft and his quick ascension through their system in his first full season in pro ball 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