Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian chats with ESPN’s Tim Bontemps about the USA Basketball Men's National Team, discussing the coverage of the team as it practiced in Las Vegas, the starting lineup versus bench players, offseason moves around the NBA, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie get into the Jaylen Brown Team USA controversy, involving fellow Celtic Derrick White, and a few Patriots-related tidbits (45:15). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tim Bontemps Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox’s win over the A’s, which included some great offense, but also some more troubling signs from Brayan Bello (0:15). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Julian McWilliams about the Red Sox as they head toward the All-Star break, Triston Casas’s potential return to the lineup, and players the Sox could target at the trade deadline (17:50). Then, Brian and Jamie take a listener call, and chat about the U.S. men’s Olympic basketball team (56:55). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 runs through 10 Boston sports questions on his mind: How will Tom Brady do as a football commentator this season? What will Jayson Tatum’s role be on the U.S. Olympic team? And is this becoming the summer of Raffy Devers? (0:15) Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and some final thoughts on Brian’s questions (56:50) 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts by recapping the Red Sox’s win over the Yankees - taking two of three in the Bronx - and the news that three Red Sox are All Stars (0:15). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the Red Sox-Yankees series, how concerned Yankees fans should be about their team, Alex Cora vs Aaron Boone, whether the Knicks can challenge the Celtics in the East next season or not, and more (8:50). Then, Brian takes a listener call, before he and Jamie discuss Boone’s tenure with the Yankees, and whether or not the Red Sox will add at the trading deadline (36:40). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: John Jastremski Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian and Jamie discuss the current top Boston athletes, and give out their respective top 10 lists. Their lists include a similar surprise at no. 10, and a different player taking the crown for top dog in Beantown (0:15). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett 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 Celtics’ offseason moves, their recent announcement that the team is up for sale, other big moves across the NBA, and the Celtics’ biggest threats in the East next season (0:15). Then, Brian and Jamie discuss the Red Sox’s solid play recently, and whether they will be buyers or sellers at the MLB trade deadline (50:40). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 addresses Jayson Tatum’s record $314 million super max contract to start the pod, before discussing the news that the Celtics are reportedly up for sale, why Wyc Grousbeck is selling, and what that means for the franchise moving forward. Then, Brian breaks down Derrick White’s 4 year, $125.9 million extension and some other big moves across the NBA, like Paul George signing with the 76ers (0:45). Then, he looks at the Bruins new acquisitions, Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov, and how they will help the club next season (32:45). Brian ends with a couple listener calls before he and Jamie talk about the Celtics’ potential sale (40:30). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian takes a look at NBA free agency, what moves the Celtics could make, and how the new CBA second-apron rules really hamstring the Celtics’ options (0:40). Then, Brian chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about how best to manage Tanner Houck’s workload, Triston Casas’s injury timeline, Rafael Devers’s hot bat, and more (16:05). Brian and Jamie end by answering a listener email (57:55). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ first two draft picks and how they can contribute to the team (0:40). Then, he chats with WEEI’s Will Flemming about the Red Sox’s solid first half of the season, Alex Cora’s great job managing the club, potential trades the Sox could make to bolster the squad, the young players that have made major impacts this season, and more (21:15). Then, Brian answers some listener calls before he and Jamie end with some favorite parts about going to games at Fenway Park (55:10). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Will Flemming Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian looks at the Celtics’ first-round pick, Creighton’s Baylor Scheierman, and how he can help the team in the short and long term (0:15). Then, he chats with Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots, and they both make some bold predictions about the upcoming season (20:45). Brian and Jamie then discuss the predictions and add a couple more (1:13:15). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 chats with Mass Live’s Brian Robb about the Celtics’ title, and how this year’s team compares to the 2007-08 Celtics championship team. Then they go through the Celtics’ top players and their most memorable moments from this postseason (0:15). Brian and Jamie end with some listener emails, and chat about the upcoming NBA draft (41:25). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian compares this year’s title-winning Celtics team with the 2018 Red Sox team that won the World Series. He looks at the many similarities between the two teams but also one notable difference (0:45). Then, he looks at the top Boston athletes and how the Celtics’ championship changes the pecking order (38:30). Then, he takes some listener calls before he and Jamie chat about Boston’s most popular athletes and more (47:30). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor about the Celtics’ incredible year, their title window going forward, how other teams may copy the Celtics’ blueprint, the upcoming NBA draft, and more (0:45). Then, Brian answers some listener calls, and he and Jamie answer some listener emails (32:50). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin O’Connor Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian talks to SB Nation’s Noa Dalzell about her all-night-long coverage of the Celtics’ win on Monday, what made this team special all season long, Jaylen Brown’s much improved defense this season, Joe Mazzulla’s eccentricities, and more. Then Brian answers some more listener calls about the Celtics’ title (44:00). Brian and Jamie end with some more thoughts on Banner 18 and how they plan to celebrate (1:08:00). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Noa Dalzell Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian celebrates the Celtics’ 18th NBA title with Kevin Hench, as they discuss Jaylen Brown’s Finals MVP performance, Joe Mazzulla’s fantastic coaching job this season, how this championship squad stacks up with other great Celtics teams, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes some listener calls about what this title means to Celtics Nation (47:15). Brian and Jamie end by celebrating the title, and reflect on what a special season this has been (1:15:10). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts by discussing his confidence level heading into Game 5 of the Finals and why Jayson Tatum’s shooting slump has him slightly worried (0:45). Then, he talks about why the Celtics’ advantage in the math game should still propel them to a title and which parts of their game they need to get back to in order to finish the job (22:25). Brian and Jamie end by talking about the Finals and some best bets for Game 5 (32:35). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett 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 Celtics’ blowout loss in Dallas on Friday night, how Dallas’ offense managed to penetrate Boston’s defense, why the C’s offense struggled to generate good shots all of a sudden, and whether or not there is reason for concern going forward for the Celtics in this series (0:30). Then, Brian answers some listener calls, before he and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the game and the sports weekend ahead (41:00). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 chats with NBC Sports Boston’s Drew Carter about the Celtics' roller-coaster win over the Mavs in Game 3 of the Finals, Jaylen Brown’s huge second half, how the C's exploited Luka Doncic’s poor defense, and Drew’s first season as the Celtics’ TV play-by-play announcer (0:30). Then, Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie wrap up with some thoughts on the game and Tom Brady’s Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony (52:15). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Drew Carter Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the latest injury news surrounding Kristaps Porzingis and his injured ankle, and how the Celtics will fill his shoes if he can’t go in Game 3 (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann about the NBA Finals, adjustments the Mavericks need to make as the series shifts to Dallas, Jayson Tatum’s shooting efficiency and his play overall, Jaylen Brown’s tight defense, and more (13:15). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on Porzingis’s injury, and Finals media day on Tuesday (58:15). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: J. Kyle Mann 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 Mavericks on Sunday night to take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. He covers Jrue Holiday’s incredible performance, another injury scare for Kristaps Porzingis, an up-and-down game from Jayson Tatum, and a superb defensive performance by the entire Celtics squad (0:45). Then, he takes some listener calls reacting to the game, before he and Jamie offer up some last licks on the game. 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Kevin Hench about the Celtics' impressive Game 1 rout over Dallas, including the return of Kristaps Porzingis, Jaylen Brown’s great two-way play, the Celtics’ prolific 3-point shooting, and more (0:30). Then, Brian looks at how the Celtics built such a large lead using mismatches on Brown and Jayson Tatum, and how Dallas can possibly adjust to make this a series (37:00). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls, before he and Jamie wrap things up with some final thoughts (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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with CLNS’ Evan Valenti about NBA Finals storylines, including how the Mavs will defend Boston’s wings, nightmare scenarios that could doom the Celtics, what a potential title would mean for various members of the Celtics organization, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes a couple listener calls before he and Jamie give out their best bets for the Finals (1:02:35). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Evan Valenti Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Celtics play-by-play announcer Sean Grande about the NBA Finals, Jayson Tatum vs. Luka Doncic, ranking this Celtics team in franchise and NBA history, Joe Mazzulla’s growth as a head coach, and more (0:45). Brian and Jamie end with some quick thoughts on potential famous Finals spectators (1:17:20). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sean Grande Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian gives out six thoughts on the NBA Finals, including a side-by-side comparison of the Celtics' and Mavericks' rosters. Plus, how the Celtics offense will attack Luka Doncic and the Mavs defense, Kyrie’s return to Boston, and more (0:30). Then, he and Jamie end with some final words on Brian’s thoughts (53:45). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with MassLive’s Mark Daniels about the Patriots OTAs, their wide receiver corps, Alex Van Pelt’s offense, Drake Maye and the QB depth chart, Matthew Judon’s contract talks, Tom Brady’s Hall of Fame ceremony, and more (0:40). Then, Brian answers a listener call, before he and Jamie discuss how the media covers Jayson Tatum and talk about the upcoming NBA Finals (48:00). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Mark Daniels 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 Celtics' playoff run, Al Horford’s throwback performances, Jaylen Brown’s strong play, Celtics hate in the national media, and potential Finals matchups (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie answer some listener questions on the Celtics and Patriots (46:15). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 recaps the Celtics’ clutch Game 4 win in Indiana to sweep the series, sending the C’s back to the NBA Finals, Jaylen Brown winning the ECF Larry Bird MVP Award (0:30), and then he looks back at the past several years to detail how this Celtics team got to the cusp of a championship (21:00). Then, Brian takes some listener calls, before he and Jamie discuss the game and look ahead to the Finals (47:40). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Celtics’ comeback Game 3 win in Indiana, including one of Jayson Tatum’s best playoff performances, some clutch plays from Jrue Holiday down the stretch, Al Horford’s red-hot three point shooting, and more (0:45). Then Brian discusses Kristaps Porzingis’ recovery, and how exactly the Celtics have missed him on the court (33:30). Brian ends by answering some listener calls before he and Jamie offer some final thoughts on the game (40:30). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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' dominant Game 2 win over the Pacers, including a 40-point effort from Jaylen Brown, some very welcome lineup changes, an odd Jayson Tatum game, and more (0:45). Then, he chats with Ian Cundall of Sox Prospects about the Red Sox’s season thus far, their impressive outfield play, Tanner Houck’s fantastic season, Raffy Devers’s hot streak, and a look at the Sox’s farm system (32:25). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Game 2, and some NBA media observations (1:20:55) 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with MassLive’s Brian Robb about the Celtics’ crazy Game 1 win, lineup adjustments Joe Mazzulla needs to make, concerns about Al Horford, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie discuss the All-NBA teams, which did not include Jaylen Brown, the All-Defensive teams, and respond to a few listener emails (29:00). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 recaps a wild Celtics overtime win against the Pacers to take Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals, including the game-saving 3-pointer from Jaylen Brown in the closing seconds of regulation, some incredible guard play from Jrue Holiday and Derrick White, adjustments both teams might make for Game 2, and more (0:30). Then, Brian looks at the Western Conference finals and how the Wolves and Mavs match up, and which team would be an easier opponent for the C's (34:35). He also touches on some Patriots notes, including question marks along the offensive line, and Matthew Judon’s contract situation (44:50). Finally, Brian answers some listener calls on the Celtics, before he and Jamie give some final thoughts on an extremely exciting Game 1 (56:05). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Raheem Palmer about the Pacers’ Game 7 win over the Knicks, setting up a Celtics-Pacers Eastern Conference final. They discuss how the teams match up, who will guard Tyrese Haliburton for the C's, Tatum’s postseason performances, and series predictions (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the end of the Bruins' season and how the team moves forward from here (29:40). Brian then talks about some Red Sox notes, including Raffy Devers’s hot streak and another Garrett Whitlock injury (36:45). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about some sports TV broadcasting news and Celtics-Pacers (45:25). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Raheem Palmer Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about covering the Celtics’ postseason run. Then, they discuss the Patriots’ schedule, what week rookie Drake Maye might start at QB, how the offense will look under offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt, the Pats’ other draft picks, and more (0:15). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a couple of listener emails on the Patriots and Celtics (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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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' win over the Cavs Wednesday night, which sends them to the Eastern Conference finals for the third straight season (0:40). Then, Brian discusses the wild Bruins-Panthers series, which heads to a Game 6 Friday night at the Garden, and whether Jeremy Swayman can continue his otherworldly goaltending (34:25). Finally, Brian and Jamie answer a C's listener call, discuss the Patriots’ newly released schedule, and talk about Jamie’s new baseball newsletter, ‘Now and Then Baseball’ (47:35) 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]. Link To 'Now and Then Baseball' - https://jamesmcclellan.substack.com/ The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 game 4 win against a shorthanded Cavaliers team, which featured more stellar play from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum (0:30). Then, Brian chats with MassLive’s Chris Mason about his Drake Maye profile, which gets into Maye’s family and upbringing (33:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Maye some more, and the officiating controversies surrounding the Bruins and the NHL (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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 recaps a tough Bruins loss to the Panthers, which included a controversial no-call on the Panthers’ game-tying goal, and discusses whether the B’s have any hope at getting back into the series (0:45). Then, Brian gives out three Celtics thoughts after their Game 3 win in Cleveland, including how Jayson Tatum responded to the criticism he received after Game 2 and his value beyond scoring (16:00). Brian and Jamie then end by discussing Eliot Wolf officially becoming the Pats’ top front office exec, and more (58:20). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the Celtics’ shocking blowout loss to the Cavs, which included some sloppy defense, atrocious shooting, and questionable lineups from the Cs (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie answer some listener calls and emails on the game (42:40). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 recaps a wild Game 2 of the Bruins-Panthers series, which included multiple fights and some continued defensive misplays from the B's. He then touches on Chris Sale’s start against the Red Sox and looks back at his Sox tenure (0:30). Brian then chats with 92.3 The Fan’s Jonathan Peterlin about the Celtics-Cavaliers series, how the Cavs can possibly stop Derrick White, and whether they have a shot at winning the series. Finally, they touch on former Browns employees Eliot Wolf and Alex Van Pelt (28:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Jonathan Peterlin Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps another Celtics postseason blowout win, this time to take Game 1 against the Cavaliers (0:30). Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Scott McLaughlin about the Bruins' upset win over the Panthers in Game 1 of their series, which included some sharpshooting from the B’s and a rejuvenated David Pastrnak (28:35). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Netflix’s Tom Brady roast (1:04:15). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and help lines available. 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 chats with Celtics play-by-play voice Sean Grande about the upcoming Cavaliers series, Joe Mazzulla’s performance in the playoffs, the rest of the NBA playoffs, and more (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Bruins' thrilling Game 7 overtime win against Toronto, including Jeremy Swayman’s MVP-like performance and David Pastrnak’s game-winning goal (46:45). Brian ends with listener calls and emails before he and Jamie talk about the Bruins (1:00:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sean Grande Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Kevin Hench about another Bruins loss in a series-tying game, setting up a decisive Game 7 at the Garden (0:30). They also discuss the Celtics’ road to the Finals, the Red Sox’s surprisingly good start to the season, and their initial thoughts on new Pats QB Drake Maye (25:50). Brian ends with a couple listener calls on the B's before Brian and Jamie discuss the series and the NBA playoffs (57:00). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench 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 Celtics’ Game 5 win over the Heat to take the series, how long the Celtics will be without Kristaps Porzingis, and how they will fill his place. They also take a look at the other series in the East, the upcoming Nuggets-Timberwolves series, and more (0:35). Then, Brian takes a listener call on the B's and discusses their series with the Maple Leafs before he and Jamie chat about Jerod Mayo’s new team culture in Foxborough (51:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 chats with Evan Valenti of the 'Celtics Beat' podcast about the Celtics’ rout of the Heat in Game 4, which saw Derrick White go off for 38 points, Kristaps Porzingis go down with an injury, a controversial flagrant foul by Bam Adebayo on Jayson Tatum, some questionable comments from TNT’s Stan Van Gundy, and more (0:30). Then, Brian answers some listener calls before he and Jamie discuss some bets for the series, and more (58:55). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Evan Valenti Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ convincing win in Miami, which featured a much better defensive effort from the Cs. Plus another Bruins win in Toronto, putting them ahead in the series three games to one (0:30). Then, he breaks down the Patriots’ draft, which saw the team draft almost exclusively offensive players (31:35). Finally, Brian and Jamie talk about the draft and give out their favorite Pats picks (52:00). 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 Patriots' selection of quarterback Drake Maye with the third pick in the NFL draft. He talks about whether Maye or Jayden Daniels will be the better pro, Bill Belichick’s media debut, the other rookie QBs taken in the first round and the situations they’re being thrust into, and more from the first round of the draft (0:30). Then, Brian takes some listener calls on the Celtics’ Game 2 loss to the Heat on Wednesday before he and Jamie end by discussing the Maye pick and Belichick’s future in media (23:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps a whirlwind night in Boston sports as the Celtics fall in disappointing fashion to the Heat and the Bruins win a thrilling game in Toronto. Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Nick "Fitzy" Stevens about the NFL draft, Bill Belichick’s reported TV deal with Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions, which QBs could be available when the Pats pick at no. 3, receivers that could be around in the second round, and more. Then, Brian and Jamie chat about the draft and hit on the Red Sox. 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 starts with a recap of the Bruins' loss to the Maple Leafs, tying the series at one game a piece (0:30). Then, he chats with Red Sox manager Alex Cora about the Sox’s start to the season, how the team has managed to win despite a raft of injuries, Andrew Bailey’s effect on the pitching staff, Ceddanne Rafaela’s move from center field to shortstop, and more (12:20). Brian and Jamie end with a couple listener emails on the Sox and Pats (49:45). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Alex Cora 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 Heat on Sunday and discusses Kristaps Porzingis’s importance to the Celtics offense in this series, the Celts' stifling defense, and why this series might not last long (0:30). Then, Brian goes over the Bruins’ equally decisive win over the Maple Leafs on Saturday; a great game from Jake DeBrusk, who will start in the net for the B's in Game 2; and more (28:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the two series and the playoffs overall (42:35). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts by looking at the playoff picture for the Celtics and how they match up against their potential opponents, the Heat or the Bulls (0:30). Then, Brian and NESN’s Andrew Raycroft chat about the Bruins’ upcoming playoff series against the Maple Leafs, compare the goaltending of the two teams, discuss the other playoff series in the Eastern Conference, and more (8:25). After, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Danny Kelly about the NFL draft, how the Pats can possibly fill the numerous holes they have on offense, which QBs will be available at pick no. 3, the top wide receivers that could fall to the second round, and more (43:30). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email about Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick (1:12:35). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Andrew Raycroft and Danny Kelly Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian speaks with ESPN’s Seth Wickersham about his latest article detailing Bill Belichick’s search for a head-coaching job this offseason, his interviews with the Atlanta Falcons, Robert Kraft’s role in the process, and where Belichick will go from here (0:30). Then, Brian answers a listener call, before he and Jamie chat about the NBA playoffs and Wickersham’s article (28:30). 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]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Seth Wickersham Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices