Baseball Isn’t Boring

Bradfo catches up with a favorite of ours here at BIB, Orioles Pitcher Zach Eflin, who talks pitching, hitting, and his second go-round in free agency. 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 manager Alex Cora met the media before his team's first Grapefruit League game to talk Marcelo Mayer, Tyler Uberstine, how he views the infield configuration, 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

One year ago, Kristian Campbell was navigating his first big league spring training while learning a fairly new position and a whole room of new teammates, while also negotiating a life-changing contract. Now? He is still trying to make the Red Sox, but is entering this round of spring training games with a wealth of lessons, experience, and confidence, all of which he has gained over the last 12 months. Bradfo sits down with Campbell to reflect and look forward. 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

Spring Training is officially upon us so Bradfo offers up his latest takes on all things Red Sox in his latest appearance on the Jones and Keefe Show on WEEI. The trio dives into the "Is __ on the team on Opening Day?" questions, Caleb Durbin's height, 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

Brendan Rodgers has experienced a lot since being taken third overall in the 2015 MLB Draft, ultimately landing this spring training with the Red Sox. Rodgers joins Bradfo to talk about his journey, including how a horrific collision derailed his season last year. 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 Orioles' clubhouse became a very interesting place this offseason, especially since the addition of Chris Bassitt. This dynamic is on full display in this podcast, with Bassitt returning not only to offer a next-level perspective on the chaos surrounding the MLBPA but also to deliver a masterclass on lessons learned during his World Series run a year ago. To top it off, Bradfo also catches up with another favorite, Zach Eflin, who talks pitching, hitting, and free agency. 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 friend of the BIB brand, Anthony Banda, who hashes out possible plans to get his promised Baseball Isn't Boring tattoo while also talking about the path he took to landing with Minnesota. 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

A year ago, Bradfo predicted Joe Ryan would be in the Cy Young conversation. He wasn't wrong. But since then Joe's name has been in the headlines not only because of his excellence, but also because of trade rumors and his commitment to playing for Team USA in the WBC. It's all on the table once again as Bradfo sits down with the Twins' ace. The podcast doesn't stop there. We also catch up with another friend of the BIB brand, Anthony Banda, who hashes out possible plans to get his promised Baseball Isn't Boring tattoo while also talking about the path he took to landing with Minnesota. 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 First Baseman Triston Casas to discuss making his return to the field, his role on the team, and his mask 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

Isiah Kiner-Falefa has lived a fascinating baseball existence. The player they call Izzy (or IKF), sat down with Bradfo to talk about his journey from Hawaii to Boston and all the stops in between. Izzy offers some next-level insight into both his time with the Yankees and Blue Jays, with the kind of stories and lessons that make you understand the value he brings to an organization. There was also that time he broke up a perfect game by singling off CEO Joe (Kelly). Isiah is a great guy to listen to and 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

One of the most shocking managerial hires this offseason was made by the Nationals when they hired Blake Butera to be their new manager at the age of 33. Butera joined Courtney Finnicum for another episode of 'Pitch and Moan' to talk about his experience becoming a manager, his time working under Mike Piazza for Team Italy in 2023 WBC, and where he aims to reach in his first year on the job, and more! It's a great way to kick off spring training as a Nationals fan. 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

Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen is once again bringing his excellence to the podcast, joining Bradfo for another unforgettable back-and-forth head into spring training. The guys don't disappoint, with the talk ranging from Hazen's doppelganger, to an unforgettable offseason, to the Zac Gallen drama, to the possibility of the two guys switching places. It's always a good time with Mike, and this is certainly 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

Newest Padre Nick Castellanos met with the San Diego media to discuss signing with the Padres, how it came about, his exit from the Phillies, 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

Mets Stars Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto met with the New York media to discuss the news surrounding them, the clubhouse dynamic, how this year's squad compares to last season, 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 Gordo (Play Tessie) were back for another hour of Baseball Isn't Boring on the Radio, with the topic quickly turning to the comment made by Red Sox president Sam Kennedy regarding Alex Bregman landing with the Cubs. With Kennedy saying if the third baseman really wanted to be in Boston, he would be in Boston, there was immediate eyebrow-raising. Spring training news and reaction is the best! 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 farm director/dream-maker Brian Abraham is back on the Baseball Isn't Boring Radio Show with Bradfo and Gordo (Play Tessie) to discuss his team's top prospects - such as Kristian Campbell and Mikey Romero - while giving the lay of the land for camp, so far. 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

James Paxton had quite a major league career before retiring after the 2024 season, inspiring Canadian baseball players for years while turning in some dominant seasons in Seattle, New York, Boston, and Los Angeles. Now, Paxton is planning to pitch one last time, joining Team Canada for the World Baseball Classic. Big Maple joins Bradfo to explain how this WBC opportunity came about, what life has been like without baseball, and how he views this unforgettable opportunity. It's a great look at a pitcher who has a few more pitches in him before never taking the mound 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

Dodgers Pitcher Alex Vesia discusses the family tragedy he dealt with during last year's World Series publicly 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

With Spring Training Underway in Fort Myers, Bradfo offers up his latest takes on the Jones and Keefe Show on WEEI. There is 2025 versus 2026 Red Sox talk, the need for pop in the lineup, 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

Jonah Tong is one of the most intriguing young pitchers in baseball these days, in large part because of his Tim Lincecum-like delivery, but also due to the kind of talent that might lead him to sizable big league things in 2026. Bradfo sits down with the young Canadian to talk about his upbringing, maple syrup acumen, decision not to play in the WBC, and a new world in a spring training big league clubhouse. Jonah already has one of the best personalities in baseball, which will be easy to understand after listening to this 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 catches up Twins Pitcher Mick Abel discusses the evolution of his pitch repertoire, how he can use Joe Ryan to help his sweeper, his draft story, 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 you probably know by now, we have classified Red Sox rookie pitcher Payton Tolle as one of the best personalities in baseball. That's why it only made sense for Bradfo to continue his first week in spring training by sitting down with Tolle. Once again, he doesn't disappoint. 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

Caleb Durbin had to do an about-face when it came to planning for spring training, shifting his focus from going to the Brewers' camp in Arizona to flying across the country to join his new team, the Red Sox, in Fort Myers. Durbin made it to JetBlue Park to answer some questions about his trade, his journey, and his admiration for Dustin Pedroia. 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

Newest Tiger Framber Valdez and Tigers POBO Scott Harris met with the Detroit media to discuss signing with the Tigers, how it came about, his thoughts on the Tigers roster, 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

Anthony Siegler was a first-round pick in the 2018 MLB Draft, having defined himself as not only a standout all-around player, but also someone who could throw upwards of 90 mph with both arms. Now Siegler has found himself with the Red Sox, having been part of a six-player trade that ended his run in Milwaukee. Anthony joins Bradfo to reflect on his journey and new lot in life. 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 latest Red Sox to move to the southside of Chicago is pitching prospect David Sandlin, who was traded along with Jordan Hicks to the White Sox from the Red Sox for Gage Ziehl. Sandlin joined Courtney Finnicum for another episode of 'Pitch and Moan' to talk about his experience being traded again, what he knows and needs to know about Chicago, and bidets. It's a great way to kick off spring training as a White Sox fan. 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 met with the New York media to discuss Francisco Lindor's early injury, Juan Soto's move to left field, Carson Benge's chances to make the team, 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

New Red Sox Isiah Kiner-Falefa met with the Boston media to discuss signing with the Red Sox, his role on the Red Sox in 2026, his experience in the postseason, 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

There are a few young players in MLB with higher expectations than Roman Anthony, who, one year ago, was living life as baseball's top prospect. So, it only made sense for Bradfo to kick off his spring training coverage by sitting down with Anthony to reflect on his wild year, while also taking a deep dive into his new existence. It's always entertaining when these two get together, 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

Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow met with the Boston media to discuss rtrading for Caleb Durbin, other potential moves to improve the team, 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 got a nice boost of adrenaline with the World Baseball Classic revealing its rosters for next month's tournament. Bradfo was joined by Shawn Spradling (WBC Central) and Alonso Sarinana (West Coast Bias) to talk about the announcements, which included a very important question: Did seeing the actual teams change anyone's mind about the WBC outcome? To listen to the entire conversation between the guys, 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

As part of a lengthy conversation between White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil, Bradfo and Courtney Finnicum, a very interesting question was posed: What is more impressive, David Ortiz's grand slam in Game 2 of the 2013 American League Championship Series or Malcolm Butler's interception in Super Bowl XLIX? After identifying it as maybe the best question he has ever been asked, Vasil offers his take (along with a Super Bowl prediction). 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 rising stars in MLB media is Brooke Fletcher, who is gearing up for another season covering the White Sox for the Chicago Sports Network. The former Miss Georgia, and daughter of longtime MLB infielder Scott Fletcher, joined Courtney Finnicum for another episode of 'Pitch and Moan' to talk about Fletcher's journey, perspective and vision for the future. It's a great way to get you ready for the start of spring training. 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

Ken Davidoff covered the Yankees and Mets for more than 20 years, seeing all the good, bad, and chaotic that comes with major league baseball. But now he is joining his co-author Harley Rotbart, to reflect on how this great game shapes so many parts of our lives. They manage to offer us that reminder in the newly-released book, '101 Lessons From The Dugout: What Baseball And Softball Teach Us About The Game of Life'. Ken joins Bradfo to reflect on the idea, the execution and the importance of the project. 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 World Baseball Classic rosters have officially been revealed, and there is no two better people to react to the news than Shawn Spradling (WBC Central) and Alonso Sarinana (West Coast Bias). The guys join Bradfo just after the big news to pick through all the surprises, reminders and excitement that came with seeing actual names locked in with actual teams. It's the perfect way to truly get you ready for the big tournament. 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 was a huge deal. One was a somewhat unexpected deal. Nonetheless, the signings of Framber Valdez (Tigers) and Isiah Kiner-Falefa (Blue Jays) were interesting enough to elicit plenty of reaction and analysis from Bradfo in this BIB on the Go. 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 Cubs Studio Host Cole Wright to discuss his biggest takeaways from the 2025 Cubs season, what he expects from the Cubs in 2026, his hot take for this season, 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 lengthy conversation with Bradfo and Courtney Finnicum, White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil had some interesting questions he is currently answering. What is his role going to be? Who does he like in the Super Bowl? Would he play in the WBC if Albania had a team? Which is more impressive, David Ortiz's ALCS grand slam in 2013 or Malcolm Butler's interception? There is a lot going on for Vasil in this 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

The Eugenio Suarez signing by the Reds was one of the most out-of-nowhere free agent agreements of the offseason. But the smiles from Cincy GM Nick Krall and Suarez suggested this might be one of the best reunions in some time. The two jumped on a call with the media to reflect on the journey that took the slugger back to Cincy. 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 best personalities - and pitchers - in the American League, Mike Vasil, is back on the podcast, this time joining Bradfo and Courtney Finnicum. There is some next-level talk about the White Sox's new bidet (and all the possibilities that come with it), what the pitcher's surprising new role might. be, and tons of great stories from over what has been a wild last year for the righty. It's always a good time with Mike, and this is certainly 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

There is a ton to talk about when it comes to the World Baseball Classic, but ultimately, we want to know who is going to win it all. Well, fortunately, our WBC guy, Shawn Spradling, let his pick be known during the most recent podcast appearance. And, as a bonus, Bradfo gave his ultra-sleeper selection. 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

Jake Savicki's baseball story has landed him in a notable spot, living life as one of the sport's most popular social media personalities (@jakesavicki). But it's Jake's journey and perspective that makes the former ballplayer's message so powerful ... and entertaining. Savicki's sit-down with Bradfo is the kind of podcast that will leave you with an appreciation for this great game, while inspiring you to soak in more of it every chance you get. 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 sideways voting that took place involving Bill Belichick and the Pro Football Hall of Fame, it seemed like a good time for Bradfo to join the Play Tessie guys (Gordo, Pat and Sammy) to rant about which voting process is better, football or baseball. It was some spirited stuff. 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 much attention has been given to the financial heavyweights this offseason, with the focus on the big-ticket item free agents and game-changing trades. But how about some of the teams that have subtly advanced their conversations when it comes to competing? Bradfo and Producer Evan surface the Top 5 teams maybe you are sleeping on just a bit, but might find their way into contention when it's all said and 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

Right smack dab in the middle of the Baseball Isn't Boring Radio Show, a trade was made between the Red Sox and White Sox. The deal sent Jordan Hicks and prospect David Sandlin to Chicago for minor-league pitcher Gage Ziehl, with players to be named later going back on each side. Bradfo and the Play Tessie guys (Gordo, Sammy and Pat) all react to the deal in real-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

Derek Falvey met with the Minnesota media to discuss his abrupt exit from the Twins, how the ownership shift factored into it, if he plans on staying in baseball, 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

Times have changed when it comes to lining up to make trades in Major League Baseball. Just ask new Nationals POBO Paul Toboni. Washington's new boss joined Bradfo to talk about the challenges of lining up on a deal with modern-day front offices, while also identifying the ultimate eating spot out at the Super Bowl. 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

It was another SoxFest, bringing Chicago fans a good chunk of their beloved White Sox just a few days before heading to spring training. Courtney Finnicum was on the scene to give all the what's what when it comes the White Sox vibes, while also catching up with some notable members of the team - Shane Smith, Miguel Vargas, Grant Taylor and Chase Meidroth. 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

Our guy from WBC Central Shawn Spradling is back, joining the podcast with Bradfo at a perfect time. With the World Baseball Classic just more than a month away, Shawn is springing into action to rank the 20 teams that will be participating with an expertise not found anywhere else. If you want to get ready for this year's WBC, this is the podcast 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

So, who is Kyson Witherspoon? Well, he was a first-round pick by the Red Sox last year, having starred on the mound for the Oklahoma Sooners. He recently gained notoriety thanks to a viral video showing him learn a new sweeper in a few minutes. And he just might be the 2026 version of Trey Yesavage if anything breaks right for him and the Red Sox. Bradfo and the guys from Play Tessie (Sammy and Gordo) caught up with Kyson for a wildly entertaining conversation that includes his dislike for the Yankees and a great story about being a twin. 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