Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian offers up his Starting Five reasons that he is optimistic about the Celtics’ playoff run (0:30). Then, he chats with WSB-TV Atlanta’s Zach Klein about the upcoming Celtics-Hawks playoff series, Trae Young's career, how the Hawks plan to defend Tatum and Brown, Al Horford’s return to Atlanta, revisiting the Patriots-Falcons Super Bowl, and more (25:30). Finally, Brian answers some mailbag questions and breaks down another dismal start from Chris Sale in Tampa (55:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zach Klein Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian reacts to the Hawks’ upset win in the play-in game in Miami, which sets up a favorable Celtics-Hawks first-round matchup (0:30). Then, he chats with NESN’s Zack Cox about the state of the Pats roster, and they give out grades for each position group (13:00). Brian also takes some listener voicemails before talking about the Bruins setting the regular-season points record and the Red Sox–Rays game, which was a disappointing start to the Red Sox’s series (56:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian looks back at the Bruins’ historic season as they win a record-setting 63rd game (0:15). Then, he looks at the three Celtics figures with the most pressure on them heading into the postseason, and debates who will have the best postseason: Derrick White, Marcus Smart, or Malcolm Brogdon (13:45). Finally, Brian answers a listener call, breaks down the Sox’s series sweep in Detroit, and discusses the Adam Duvall injury news (42:20). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian shares his four reasons that the Celtics can win the title with NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Giles, and they also discuss the Patriots’ QB drama (0:30). Next, Brian chats with ITM’s Steve Perrault about Week 1 of the Red Sox’s season, Chris Sale’s up-and-down start against the Tigers, Raffy Devers and Adam Duvall’s hot starts, and more (38:30). Finally, Brian answers a couple mailbag questions (1:20:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tom Giles and Steve Perrault Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics loss in Philly Tuesday night, but explains why he isn’t that worried about a potential Celtics-Sixers playoff matchup (0:30). Then, Brian discusses recent Mac Jones rumors, as well as the dysfunction surrounding the QB and the Pats (24:40). Then, Brian chats with NESN’s Andrew Raycroft about the B’s historic season, Bergeron’s legacy, and the Stanley Cup playoffs (43:15). Brian ends with some thoughts on another Sox loss to the Pirates (1:17:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Raycroft Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the recent Celtics-Bucks game, how the two teams match up, whether or not the Celtics are better off as the 2-seed, and more (0:30). Then, he recaps the Red Sox’s first series against the Orioles, Adam Duvall’s hot start, the team’s shaky pitching, and what's up with Chris Sale (27:45). Finally, with the Bruins winning their 60th game on Sunday, Brian assesses where the team ranks amongst the best recent Boston sports teams (56:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Michael Pina Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian lays out the five advantages the Celtics have over the Bucks following their 41-point blowout win in Milwaukee on Thursday night (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Red Sox’s Opening Day loss to the Orioles, the team’s poor pitching, and Masataka Yoshida’s impressive debut, and later looks ahead to Chris Sale’s start on Saturday (34:30). Finally, Brian takes a couple voicemails—and the Bruins win the Presidents' Trophy! (1:07:00) We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian goes over a disappointing Celtics loss in Washington before sharing some thoughts on this team’s unusual place among title winners in recent NBA history in terms of its homegrown core (0:15). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Nora Princiotti about the NFL owners meetings in Arizona, the Lamar Jackson buzz, Robert Kraft’s relationship with Bill Belichick, and more (31:30). Brian ends by answering some mailbag questions, recapping the Bruins’ loss to the Predators, and looking forward to Opening Day (1:01:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nora Princiotti Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ dominating win over the Spurs, which included another incredible game from Jaylen Brown, and he also takes stock of Derrick White’s Celtics tenure thus far (0:30). Then, Brian previews the Red Sox’s season with The Sports Hub’s Tyler Milliken, and they offer up some fun predictions for this year (21:45). Brian ends with a couple listener calls and recaps the Bruins’ shoot-out win in Carolina (1:15:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tyler Milliken Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian kicks off the pod by explaining why the Pats should sign Lamar Jackson (0:30). He then discusses the latest controversy at WEEI with the Boston Globe’s Chad Finn. They also touch on Tom Brady’s media future and Chad’s new book, ‘The Boston Globe Story of the Red Sox: More Than a Century of Championships, Challenges, and Characters’ (12:00). Brian also chats with the Globe’s Pete Abraham about the World Baseball Classic and Masataka Yoshida’s strong tournament, some of the other new faces on the Red Sox, and what to expect from the Red Sox pitching staff (39:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Chad Finn and Pete Abraham Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ blowout win in Sacramento and shares some thoughts on the World Baseball Classic (0:30). Then, he chats with MassLive.com’s Brian Robb about the latest Jaylen Brown news, the odds that he’ll stay with the Celtics, and some hypothetical trades if he decides not to (24:00). Finally, NFL Media’s Eric Edholm joins the show to discuss the Patriots’ roster needs, and who the team might target in the draft (58:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Brian Robb and Eric Edholm Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Justin Verrier joins the show to discuss the slumping Celtics, Jayson Tatum’s ongoing shooting woes and what may be causing them, Jaylen Brown’s chances of making an All-NBA team, how the Celtics stack up against some of the other Eastern Conference contenders, and more (0:15). Next, Brian looks at new Pats TE Mike Gesicki and then does a deep dive into the numbers on new Red Sox OF Adam Duvall and the revamped outfield overall (30:00). Finally, Brian recaps the Bruins' dismantling of the Sabres on Sunday and talks about Patrice Bergeron’s Boston legacy (44:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Justin Verrier Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Celtics’ win over the Timberwolves on Wednesday night as well as Jayson Tatum’s continuing struggles and Jaylen Brown’s stellar play (0:30). He then chats with The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about the Patriots’ free agency moves, their signing of WR JuJu Smith-Schuster over Jakobi Meyers, what more needs to be done to improve the team, a very strong AFC East, and more (23:00). Afterward, Brian takes a few mailbag questions and ends with a couple of Sox pitching notes and his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week (1:02:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with the news that Jakobi Meyers is leaving the Pats for the Raiders and other updates from NFL free agency (0:30). Then, The Ringer’s Michael Pina stops by to discuss the Celtics’ befuddling loss to the lowly Rockets, Marcus Smart’s shaky play, Robert Williams’s impact on the team, and more (11:30). Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Rob Bradford about his new book with former Red Sox pitcher Joe Kelly, 'A Damn Near Perfect Game: Reclaiming America’s Pastime,' and they also discuss the upcoming Red Sox season (47:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Michael Pina and Rob Bradford Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts off by recapping the Celtics’ win over the Hawks Saturday night, Tatum’s impressive shooting and playmaking, and a new effective rotation the team is using when Tatum is off the court. Plus, Brian discusses Chris Sale’s latest spring training outing, and the news that he won’t be the Opening Day starter (0:15). Then, he chats with A to Z Sports’ Doug Kyed about the Patriots’ offseason, how the team might replace Devin McCourty, and how they can address their offensive needs at wide receiver and offensive tackle (33:00). Finally, Brian breaks down the Bruins' two games against the Red Wings this weekend, which they split, before announcing the winner of his “I wish I could have bet on that” Boston sports bracket (1:10:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Trail Blazers Wednesday night—which broke a three-game losing streak—and takes a closer look at Jayson Tatum’s play lately (0:30). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Julian McWilliams about the “vibes” at spring training, the Red Sox’s rotation, who might lead off for the club, Triston Casas’s ceiling, and more (25:45). Brian also takes a listener call, discusses the trade rumors of Aaron Rodgers to the Jets, and closes with the final round of the "I wish I could have bet on that" Boston sports bracket (1:03:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Julian McWilliams Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps another Celtics loss, this time to the Cavaliers. He goes over their poor 3-point shooting, Grant Williams’s struggles, and the team’s rebounding woes (0:30). Then, he chats Conor Ryan of Boston.com about the Bruins’ stretch run, the team’s new additions, the toughest playoff matchups for the B’s, and more (25:00). Brian ends with some mailbag questions, a couple Sox notes, and a segment of the “I wish I could have bet on that” bracket (52:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Conor Ryan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ loss to the Knicks in double overtime and tries to make sense of the team’s recent struggles (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Zach Kram about Malcolm Brogdon’s Sixth Man of the Year chances, Kram’s NBA Odds Generator, the Red Sox’s upcoming season, and more (23:30). Brian ends with a couple Pats and Bruins nuggets, and continues his “I wish I could have bet on that” moments bracket (50:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zach Kram Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean Grande, the voice of the Boston Celtics, joins Brian to discuss the C’s rotation as the playoffs inch closer and closer. Who’s going to be in and who's going to be out of lineups during crunch time as the season winds down? Would the season be a failure if the Celtics don’t make it back to the finals? Plus, the Bruins sign David Pastrnak with a massive eight-year contract for $90 million, and continue their historic run. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sean Grande Producer: Cliff Augustin Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti and Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics' loss to the Knicks on Monday night and discusses Tatum’s slump post-All-Star break (0:15). Then, he chats with Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com about his story detailing friction between Triston Casas and some of the veterans on the team, potential breakout players for the Sox, the makeup of the rotation and bullpen, and more (20:30). Brian ends with a couple of listener voicemails (1:00:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Cotillo Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Celtics’ win over the 76ers Saturday night, Derrick White versus Marcus Smart in the starting lineup, and potential playoff seeding in the East (0:30). Then, he discusses the Red Sox’s start to spring training, the new MLB rules, and Rafael Devers’s MVP chances (24:00). Finally, Brian answers some mailbag questions on all four Boston teams (41:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ overtime win in Indiana before breaking down the news that the Bruins have acquired defenseman Dmitry Orlov and forward Garnet Hathaway from the Capitols (0:30). Then, he is joined by WEEI’s Nick “Fitzy” Stevens and they discuss the Patriots’ offseason thus far (20:30). Later, they each draft their ultimate Patriots team by picking players from the dynasty years (53:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nick “Fitzy” Stevens Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian is joined by Brian Robb of MassLive.com and they give out their first half grades for the Celtics roster (0:30). Afterwards, Brian discusses Tanner Houck and the Red Sox pitching staff before recapping the Bruins’ win over the Senators Monday night and previewing the NHL trade deadline (37:30). Brian ends by answering some mailbag questions on the Bruins and Celtics (51:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Brian Robb Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with some thoughts on the Mac Jones trade rumors before touching on the NBA dunk contest and grading Jaylen Brown’s season so far. He also discusses the Bruins’ winning streak and their historic pace (0:30). He then chats with Steve Perrault from the 'ITM Podcast' about the upcoming 2023 Red Sox season, and they project player over/under home run totals and rank the four Sox World Series teams (22:30) He ends by answering some listener voicemails (1:14:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Steve Perrault Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with the news of Joe Mazzulla’s contract extension, before giving out some individual first-half grades for the Celtics (0:15). Next, Brian chats with director Sam Pollard about his new Netflix documentary 'Bill Russell: Legend,' Russell’s revolutionary approach to defense, his rivalry with Wilt Chamberlain, his activism off the court, and more (26:00). Brian wraps up with a couple of mailbag questions (48:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sam Pollard Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ valiant effort in their overtime loss to the Bucks, how the C’s defended Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Derrick White’s impressive play lately. Brian also discusses the Bruins’ overtime win in Dallas (0:30). Then, he sits down with Jayson Tatum’s personal coach, Drew Hanlen, to discuss Tatum’s growth, Tatum’s relationship with Jaylen Brown, what it’s like when two of his clients go up against one another in the playoffs, and more (27:00). Brian ends with a few listener calls (53:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Drew Hanlen Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Sean McDonough about his new role as the voice of the NHL for ESPN and other big calls from throughout his career. They also talk about the Bruins’ season, the Red Sox, and the Big East’s glory days (0:30). Then, Brian answers some mailbag questions and recaps the Celtics’ win over the Grizzlies (49:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172 Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sean McDonough Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the trade deadline moves around the NBA and how the Celtics fared this year compared with recent years. He also recaps the Celtics' win over the Sixers on Wednesday night (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about James’s greatest Super Bowl moments, Tom Brady’s retirement, and the upcoming Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl (34:30). Brian ends with his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week (1:08:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172 Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected] Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts with Tom Brady’s interview with Bill Belichick and looks back at their relationship in recent years (0:30). Then, he chats with Spotrac’s Keith Smith about the upcoming NBA trade deadline, the Kevin Durant trade rumors, and other moves the Celtics may make (19:00). Finally, Brian takes a listener call, and gives out his top-five best trade deadline moves from the Boston teams (48:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Keith Smith Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts with some thoughts on the Celtics’ loss to the Suns on Friday night, what kind of player they might target at the trade deadline, and the Kyrie Irving trade (0:15). Later, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion Ted Johnson about Tom Brady’s retirement, special moments from their time together in New England, and the current team’s makeup (23:00). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls and discusses the latest Alex Cora news (59:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ted Johnson Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian talks to Red Sox manager Alex Cora about the team's offseason moves, including Rafael Devers’s big contract extension, Xander Bogaerts’s departure, the revamped bullpen, and more. (0:30). Brian ends with some analysis of the Celtics and Bruins’ wins on Wednesday night (44:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian reacts to the news that Tom Brady is calling it a career, and discusses his final years in Tampa Bay compared to the end of his time in New England. Then, he goes through his favorite Brady moments from his time with the Patriots before ranking his top five Boston athletes of the 21st century. We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the thrilling Celtics overtime win over the Lakers, Jaylen Brown’s impressive performance down the stretch, and how the Celtics-Lakers rivalry compares to other notable Boston ones in recent years (0:30). Then, he chats with The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about his revealing article about the Patriots’ offensive dysfunction this past season and how the team fixes its issues going forward (27:20). Finally, Brian takes a call and offers up a few optimistic notes on the Red Sox (56:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Celtics’ overtime loss to the Knicks, Jaylen Brown’s subpar game, and another lackluster third quarter from the Celtics (0:30). Then, he chats with NFL.com’s Eric Edholm about the recent ‘Boston Herald’ article detailing the Patriots' dysfunction this past season, Mac Jones’s potential going into year three of his career, areas of need for the Pats in the draft, and more (23:00). Finally, Brian takes a call about the Sox and recaps the Bruins’ loss in Tampa (50:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Eric Edholm Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Pats Chat’s Doug Kyed about the news that Bill O’Brien is returning to New England as the Patriots’ new offensive coordinator, how the hiring process played out, and how O’Brien’s presence will affect Mac Jones and the rest of the offense (0:30). Brian ends with some thoughts on Tom Brady’s future, and the news that the Red Sox traded P Josh Taylor to the Royals for IF Adalberto Mondesi (47:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ gritty win in Toronto on Saturday night and discusses any moves the team might make before the trade deadline (0:30). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about the new additions to the NESN Red Sox broadcast for the upcoming season, NBC Sports Boston and the Celtics, and the Red Sox’s Winter Weekend (18:50). Finally, Brian takes some calls and talks about Mac Jones and the Pats’ offensive coordinator search (55:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Finn Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps an electric Celtics overtime win against the Warriors, and also covers the Bruins’ win over the Rangers on Thursday night (0:30). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Julian McWilliams about Chaim Bloom’s immediate reaction to the news that Xander Bogaerts signed with the Padres, and which Sox players might step up to help fill the void left by Bogaerts (23:00). Brian ends with some listener calls and advocates for some moves he’d like to see the Pats make this offseason (1:02:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Julian McWilliams Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down Jayson Tatum’s 51-point game in the Celtics’ win over the Hornets on MLK Day and makes the case for Tatum as the most important athlete in Boston (0:15). Then, he chats with NESN’s Zack Cox about the Patriots' offseason needs, Mac Jones’s future with the team, how the Pats might use their cap space in free agency, and more (19:30). Finally, Brian offers up a few more Celtics nuggets, recaps the B’s rout of the Flyers Monday, and discusses the news that Sox pitcher Connor Seabold was traded to the Rockies (49:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian talks about the news that the Patriots are interviewing offensive coordinator candidates and negotiating a new contract with Jerrod Mayo, and what that says about Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick’s relationship (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about Jayson Tatum’s chances of winning MVP, Jaylen Brown’s strength around the rim, how Rob Williams has given the C’s offense a boost, the Celtics’ biggest threats in the East, and more (13:30). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls, previews Tom Brady’s game against the Cowboys, and talks some Sox news (36:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Justin Verrier Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons and Kevin Hench join Brian to vent about the recent troubles befalling the Red Sox, including the news that Trevor Story will miss most—if not all—of the 2023 season, the terrible return on investment in the Mookie Betts trade, and Chris Sale’s albatross of a contract, and to debate whether or not Chaim Bloom is the worst GM in recent Sox history (0:30). Then they turn their attention to Patriots woes since Brady’s departure, how their strengths in special teams and situational football have turned into weaknesses, Mac’s future with the team, friction between Kraft and Belichick, and more (29:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Bill Simmons and Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TNT’s Liam McHugh joins the show to talk about the Bruins’ record-setting pace, Patrice Bergeron’s greatness, David Pastrnak’s ongoing contract negotiations, who could challenge the B’s in the playoffs, and more (0:30). Then, WEEI’s Khari Thompson chats with Brian about the end of the Patriots' season and they give out final grades to each position group (25:30). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls and recaps the Celtics’ win over the Bulls on Monday night (1:02:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Liam McHugh, Khari Thompson Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Pats’ loss to the Bills, which eliminated them from the playoffs, and reflects on the season as a whole (0:15). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, how the Pats can improve in the offseason on both sides of the ball, Tom Brady’s playoff mentality, and more (22:30). Finally, Brian answers some listener calls about the Pats and offers up a few nuggets about the Celtics’ win over the Spurs on Saturday night (46:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Michael Pina joins Brian to discuss the Celtics’ win over the Mavs on Thursday night, how Jayson Tatum’s supporting cast compares to Luka’s, the Celtics’ biggest threats in the East, and more (0:30). Then, The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan joins the show to talk about the Patriots-Bills game, how the two teams have been handling the Damar Hamlin situation, potential coaching staff moves in the offseason, and more (32:15). Finally, Brian delivers his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week and predicts how the Rafael Devers deal could affect other players on the Red Sox (1:08:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Michael Pina & Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lou Merloni joins Brian to discuss the news that the Red Sox have re-signed Rafael Devers to an 11-year, $331 million deal, and they also look at the team overall heading into the 2023 season. We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Lou Merloni Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ embarrassing loss to the Thunder and whether or not there is reason to be concerned about the team (0:30). Then, he chats with WEEI’s Scott McLaughlin about the Winter Classic at Fenway Park on Monday, the Bruins’ impressive depth, a potential contract extension for David Pastrnak, the biggest threat to the B’s in the East, and more (19:50). Finally, Brian discusses the news that the Sox and Rafael Devers reached a one-year deal to avoid arbitration and some trade rumors floating around involving the Marlins (44:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Scott McLaughlin Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Pats’ win over the Dolphins, which has them back in the 7th seed for the playoffs (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, Tyquan Thornton’s impact on the offense, the value of Devin McCourty and Matthew Slater’s leadership, and more (18:40). Brian ends with a listener call, and looks ahead to the Pats-Bills game next Sunday (39:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian ranks the state for the four major Boston sports franchises, which includes a recap of the Celtics-Clippers game tonight (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the upcoming Patriots Dolphins game, the Pats’ fall from glory in the AFC East, the Yankees and Red Sox’s respective offseasons and more (22:00). Then, Brian gives his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week and discusses the Derek Carr and Josh McDaniels situation in Las Vegas (45:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Mason Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian talks about the Celtics’ recent wins over the Rockets and Bucks, Robert Williams’ impressive play, their big upcoming game against the Clippers, as well as the Bruins’ shootout loss to the Senators (0:30). Then, he chats with Masslive.com’s Chris Mason about the Patriots’ chances at making the playoffs, Mac’s relationship with his teammates and coaches, Jerod Mayo’s future in the NFL, and more (24:40). Finally, Brian answers some listener calls, and looks at the extremely thin Red Sox rotation (49:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Mason Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian tries to make sense of yet another heartbreaking Patriots loss, but also tries to find the positives after the Pats almost came back after trailing 22-0 (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Nora Princiotti about the game, better play and body language from Mac Jones, who might be calling the offensive plays next year, and more (18:00). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls about the game, and previews the Celtics-Bucks showdown on Christmas Day (38:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nora Princiotti Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian dissects the reasons for the Celtics’ recent skid after another loss to the Pacers on Wednesday night (0:30). Then, he chats with the Bengals’ play-by-play announcer, Dan Hoard, about the upcoming Patriots-Bengals game, the Bengals’ Super Bowl chances, Joe Burrow’s impact on the franchise, and more (21:45). Brian wraps up with his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week before assessing Mac Jones’s standing and value around the NFL as his disappointing second year comes to a close (39:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Dan Hoard Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices