Play Tessie - A Red Sox Podcast

Boston Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck hasn't been named the Red Sox closer, but he has certainly given off the image of such a pitcher in recent days. In another Bradfo Sho on the Go, this time after a Red Sox 6-1 win over the A's, Houck explains his thought on the role and his path to even be considered for such a thing. 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 Coop are joined by former Red Sox catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia, who is trying his hand at coaching this summer with the Bourne Braves of the esteemed Cape Cod League. Salty offers some previously untold insight and stories from the world championship 2013 season, what really happened when he left the Red Sox and the time ghosts came to visit him in the team hotel. It's definitely worth a listen. 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 Boston Red Sox won their seventh straight game, handing the Angels their 14th straight loss thanks to a 1-0 affair in Anaheim. The Sox still haven't lost in the month in the June, thanks in large part to some crazy pitching numbers. Bradfo breaks it all down, with Joe Castiglione and Will Flemming capping off the instant reaction with a postgame Bobby Dalbec interview To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts has done pretty well for himself since leaving Boston. But that doesn't mean Betts still doesn't reflect on his time in Boston, how his departure went down and what it has meant to his current lot in life. Mookie sits down with Bradfo to explain exactly how he views the path that led him to Los Angeles, along with a message to the Red Sox fans who continue to follow his every move. After the interview, Bradfo and Coop break it all down, Dodgers reliever Brusdar Graterol weighing in along the way. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Wacha continued to be one of the best free agent signings in the American League, lowering his ERA to 1.99 after a three-hit complete game shutout over the Angels. Bradfo reacts to the performance, while surfacing a conversation he had with the pitcher about his go-to pitch, what has become a lethal changeup. 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 Rich Hill pitching once again in Oakland, it seemed fitting that Bradfo would catch up with the Red Sox pitcher to get the real stories when it came to his decision to sign with the A's and not the Red Sox, and how that launched his career. It's a perfect complement to watching Hill do his thing. 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 Rob Bradford enjoying some well-earned mid-week family time, Coop steps in to provide some Sox talk as the team departs for a long west-coast swing. 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 Sho Hall of Famer Daniel Bard jumped aboard the podcast once again, this time to reflect on his current lot in life as the Colorado Rockies' closer, while also remembering how close he was to serving the same role with the Red Sox after Jonathan Papelbon left. Bard also reflects on growing up in the same high school as Steph Curry and when the two got together at Curry's Fenway Park bachelor party. Bard always brings it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While so many focus on the contracts of Xander Bogarts and Rafael Devers, the future of J.D. Martinez should be an important conversation for the Red Sox considering how good - and important - Martinez has been. Bradfo sits down with the current major league batting average leader. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you're one of the hottest hitters in baseball you come on the Bradfo Sho. It's science. In this case, Trevor Story joins Bradfo and Coop for an open and honest conversation about his early-season challenges, what he has done to fix things and his hopes and dreams ... when it comes to sneakers. It's one you're going to want to listen to. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Red Sox pitcher Joe Kelly makes his return to the Bradfo Sho podcast, this time doing as a member of the White Sox on remote at the Cask and Kerry in the shadow of Kelly's new home stadium. Kelly joins Bradfo, Coop and NESN's Jahmai Webster to have a no-holds-barred conversation about why baseball isn't boring and why players shouldn't be scared to act more like Kelly. Speaking of the Baseball Isn't Boring conversation, Kelly caps off the podcast with a big announcement ... It has to do with a book. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you need a correspondent for a big event you turn to the big names who are sitting in the big places. That's why the Bradfo Sho podcast has hired former Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell to become its special Eastern Conference finals correspondent, with Lowell explaining what it was like to sit courtside for Game 1 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Topps tweeted to ask who should be its next cover player there was only one answer in the eyes of the Bradfo Sho - Matt Strahm. The Red Sox reliever is the only active player who currently produces a baseball card-centric YouTube show, residing as the foremost expert among all players when it comes to ripping packs. And he is also a really good relief pitcher. Bradfo and Coop sit down with Strahm to present their nomination to Strahm while ripping open a pack of their own. 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

You aren't going to find many pitching prospects who are having the kind of season that Worcester Red Sox hurler Connor Seabold is turning in, which is why Bradfo caught up to Seabold in the latest podcast. Want to know how Seabold became so dominant? You're going to have to listen. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the Bradfo Sho on the radio, with Bradfo joined by Brian Barrett to discuss the hottest topics when it comes to the Red Sox. The subject that jumped to the top of the list - perhaps after some more good Xander Bogaerts talk - was whether or not the Red Sox can dig themselves out this hole they have dug themselves, and what would be the path to making that happen. 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 admired Red Sox players throughout the 2018 World Series run was Mitch Moreland, who signed with the team three different times. The first baseman made his presence felt both on and off the field during his stint in Boston. It's why Bradfo tracked down Moreland, who is still looking for a place to play in 2022 while having the honor of coaching his young son and enjoying life outside baseball. The two talk about Moreland's past, present, future and ability mow grass. Coop also joins Bradfo to break down the interview while rehashing another Red Sox loss. 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

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora broke out the razor and his team broke out their bats, with the Sox celebrating their manager shaving off his beard with a nine-run outburst against the Braves. 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

While the major league team is wallowing, Bradfo brings you some guests who might distract Red Sox fans from their sorrows. He sits down with Red Sox assistant GM Eddie Romero to talk about an 18-year-old outfielder, Miguel Bleis, who might be on his way to becoming the next big thing for the Sox. Bradfo also talks with Alex Verdugo about his quest to pitch, while also catching up with former Red Sox Michael Kopech, who is starring for the White Sox after being included in the Chris Sale trade. 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

After their fifth loss in a row, a Mother's Day defeat at the hands of the White Sox, the Red Sox find themselves nine games under .500 with an offense that offers little hope. Bradfo is joined by Brian Barrett to air their grievances when it comes to this team. 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 the Bradfo Sho podcast ' Chopping It Up With Nate the Ace' Bradfo also sat down with Red Sox starter Michael Wacha to talk about one of the most unique pitches in the American League, his changeup. 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 Boston Red Sox woke all alone in last-place in the American League East on May 7 for the first time since 2012 after dropping a 4-2 decision to the White Sox at Fenway Park. It marked the 13th time the Red Sox have given up four or more runs, winning just one of those games. Things are not going well for Alex Cora's club, to say the least. 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

To distract you from the Red Sox' struggles we give you a sit-down with Bradfo and Nathan Eovaldi. They dive into Eovaldi's mindset regarding so many things - preparation, approach, career, contract. Bradfo also grabs another Red Sox starter Michael Wacha to talk about the evolution of one of the most unique pitches on this entire staff - Wacha's changeup. To kick it all off, Coop and Bradfo set the scene for what was an interesting few days at Fenway. 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 Boston Red Sox lost yet another series thanks to an 8-0 defeat at the hands of the Angels and Shohei Ohtani. It was the fifth straight series the Sox have dropped, with their record in series play now falling to 1-6-1. They are also now 4-11 over their last 15 games. Not good. Bradfo breaks down the reality of the Red Sox' situation, while offering an honest perspective from starter Rich Hill. 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 Boston Red Sox suffered a gut-punch of an extra-inning loss to the Angels, dropping the 10-5 decision after a dominating five-inning start from Garrett Whitlock. The performance by Whitlock and the implosion from the bullpen offered a painful reminder that the second-year hurler isn't going to be able to live the life as an ace starter because he is needed too much to close out games. Also included is Matt Barnes' postgame press conference. 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

David Ortiz allowed the Bradfo Sho the unique experience of joining him during his private tour of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, with Bradfo following the former Red Sox slugger throughout his big day in Cooperstown. Bradfo and Ian Browne of MLB.com join Ortiz in reflecting on what was a few hours none of the trio will forget any time soon. 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 Coop have two dynamite conversations with Red Sox history-making minor-league coach Bianca Smith and the Bradfo Sho's minor league correspondent, Boots on the Ground Alex Binelas. It's inspiring. It's informative. It's really important if you need to know how to stretch $30 of meal money in Hickory, North Carolina. It's definitely worth a listen. 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

Capping off another spectacular week on the Bradfo Sho, Bradfo and Coop welcome in both Alex 'Boots on the Ground' Binelas - the show's official minor-league insider/player - and Tyler Danish, whose inspirational story was added to with an eye-opening Red Sox debut. "Dreams Come True." It's the tattoo on Danish's forearm and symbolizes the pitcher's career ... along with everyone who subscribes to the Bradfo Sho 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

Just three guys hanging in the Red Sox dugout talking body wash sponsorships, secret first base conversations, the real Derrick White, what a difference a year makes, the best bats, the best concerts, the best guitars, and, of course, some Joe Castiglione word association. That's exactly what you get as Bradfo and Coop chop it up with Red Sox first baseman Bobby Dalbec on the latest Bradfo Sho 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 sits down with Red Sox pitcher James Paxton, who is still coming back from Tommy John surgery. The two discuss Paxton's unique path to Boston, which includes stops in Kentucky, Alaska, Seattle, Cuba and New York. Along the way he has been smoked out of a bus, attacked by an eagle, and landed with a very cool nickname. Bradfo and Coop cap it off by dissecting the conversation, along with Paxton's 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

Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock news in recent days after signing life-changing contract extension. During his press conference Whitlock talked about how it wasn't long ago he was just trying to make end's meet. Well, one person who witnessed Whitlock's resolve and work ethic first-hand was Chris Donohoo, the owner of Donohoo Auto where Whitlock worked as a car porter and earned a unique nickname and lasting reputation. Bradfo and Coop talk to Donohoo, who offers unique insight to Whitlock's existence just a few years ago. Also, Coop talks about his take on the new stuff at Fenway Park. 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 Boston Red Sox season firmly underway there have been a few things that have surprised both Bradfo and Coop. Two of them - Austin 'Big Fudge' Davis' increased velocity and Rich 'Dick Mountain' Hill's new pitch - Bradfo gets the bottom of with sitdowns with each player. The guys also dive into the merits of Kiké Hernandez's mic'd up moment, along with some other eyebrow-raisers from the first week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an emergency Bradfo Sho podcast, Bradfo breaks down the news of the Red Sox' four-year contract extension with Garrett Whitlock. It's a deal that has two club options, can make Whitlock as much as $44.5 million and should be a win for both sides. It's more extension talk! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since Trevor Story has become one of the most significant pieces of the 2022 Red Sox puzzle he obviously was going to make an appearance on the Bradfo Sho with Bradfo and Coop, with the newcomer getting into the weeds when it comes to the art of hitting. Xander Bogaerts, Kike Hernandez and Peter Fatse also join to reflect on a very signficant get-to-know-you car ride with Story. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his triumphant return to the Bradfo Sho podcast, Red Sox reliever Matt Barnes doesn't disappoint, offering the truth behind his on-the-field mannerisms, how his dog may have saved his season and the thinking behind signing last year's contract extension. Coop joins Bradfo to break down the entire interview while reflecting on Xander Bogaerts' much-publicized appearance on the 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

Xander Bogaerts sits down with Bradfo for perhaps the longest and most in-depth interview of his career, touching on how far he has come, the shortstop's current lot in life and what the future might hold. It is all punctuated with Bogaerts' favorite cereal, to boot. It's one of the best Bradfo Sho podcasts ever! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The always insightful Rich Hill joins Bradfo and Coop to discuss where pitching is at and where it is going, both on and off the field. The Red Sox hurler offers some pointed takes regarding where teams might be on to something and where they might be going awry. 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

Hailing from North Dakota, new Red Sox pitcher Matt Strahm has found himself as a key part of the Sox's bullpen this season, having blown away baseball with his showcase this offseason. The lefty joins Bradfo and Coop to discuss everything from blackout on the mound, uniquely cursing himself out, an unbelievable commitment to hair growth, and the evolution of his wildly popular YouTube channel. It's a good one. 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 Red Sox pitchers Garrett Whitlock and Tanner Houck going back and forth through the Bradfo Sho regarding who would win in a race, challenging one another to a spring training competition, it was time for the two to conduct a Bradfo Sho press conference to lean into the hype. That's exactly what you get, with Bradfo moderating. 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 Coop soak in quite a day, one which saw top prospect Marcelo Mayer take Nathan Eovaldi deep, and one that included a very humanizing and illuminating interview with new Red Sox pitcher Derek Holland. Bradfo also stumbles upon on his next catchphrase: 'He melted the cheese!' 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 Coop take a deep dive into three fascinating pieces of the Red Sox spring training: Bobby Dalbec, Garrett Whitlock and Ryan Fitzgerald. Dalbec joins Bradfo for a wide-ranging interview, touching on everything from Bobby's strategy when it comes to waving to the significant change he has made to his swing. Also discussed is Whitlock's lot in life, more specifically whether or not he should be a starter or reliever. And, finally, the guys offer a tribute to Fitzgerald, who has been demoted despite leading sping training in home runs. Fitzy offers a fascinating explanation to how he has done what he has 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

Put Allison from Cabridge in the Caller Hall of Fame! Allison does NOT like the idea that Xander Bogaerts could be out of Boston soon. Why rely so heavily on the future and worry about money? Allison wants fans to LOVE the Sox and Xander is part of that. 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 Barrett welcome in Red Sox rising-prospect Durbin Feltman who calls in from work in Fort Myers. Durbin talks about the awkward career moment when he expected to be taken in the Rule 5 draft...which was cancelled. He gives some insight into one topic that few go into: the difference between the baseballs used in minor leagues versus the majors. Durbin also talks about what it was like to work with Chris Sale at the "top notch" Polar Park. Lastly, Durbin names one teammate he feels he could beat in a footrace! 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 prospect (and possible 2022 big leaguer) Durbin Feltman joins Bradfo and Barrett to talk just how strange the Rule 5, lockout, and promotion process has been for him. Bradfo and Barrett also discuss the likelihood (or lack of) that Xander Bogaerts fits into Chaim Bloom's future plans for the Red Sox. Coop Leonard also joins to share what he saw as the most important/viral baseball clips on social media from the past week. 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

Rob Bradford and Brian Barrett here for you with everything Red Sox from Xander Bogaerts future, prospects climbing the rankings, and where the Sox go to improve on last year and avoid a backslide. Lou Merloni joins the guys from Fort Meyers and shares his thoughts on guys he has already seen down there, the question marks for the pitching staff, and who the Sox need to prioritize in the long-term. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Binelas, the power-hitting corner infielder who came to the Red Sox from Milwaukee along with Jackie Bradley Jr., has a new family - the Bradfo Sho. Binelas has officially been adopted by the show and podcast for the 2022 season. It is a perfect fit, as the 2021 third-round pick showed in his first appearance on the podcast talking TikTok, races with Marcelo Mayer, his father guarding Dominique WIlkins, the big trade and living life as a Red Sox with Bradfo and Coop. 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

Former Red Sox Brock Holt joins Bradfo and Coop to re-introduce himself to the Bradfo Sho audience. In a must-listen hour-long podcast, Holt offers behind-the-scenes insight into some of his most memorable moments while giving updates on his son Griff, along with Griff's best friends, Mookie Betts and Andrew Benintendi. He also reveals the real reason the Flo Bros. came to an end. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo and Coop get together to reflect on the news that David Ortiz is heading into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, revisiting what the former Red Sox slugger meant and exactly how unique he was. Also, Coop has already booked his room for the ceremony. 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 breakout players for the Red Sox in 2021 was second baseman Christian Arroyo. He jumped aboard the Live BP Podcast Express with Bradfo and Coop to talk his love for Tom Brady, the inside story of his best big league season ever, and a very heartfelt reaction to the passing of Jerry Remy. He also weighed in on the big Garrett Whitlock vs. Tanner Houck race controversy. Always entertaining, Arroyo is worth a listen. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What led Rich Hill back to the Red Sox this offseason? The lefty hurler joins Bradfo and Coop to explain the behind-the-scenes workings that went into Hill's return to the Sox. He also serves as a super double-secret agent, explaining the secrets behind being a Tampa Bay Rays pitcher. You aren't going to find a more insightful current player than this podcast guest. (Spoiler: There is also a surprise appearance from the great Joe Castiglione.) 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

Former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon joins Bradfo to talk retirement (or lack thereof), Bryce Harper, Phillies fans, and how he blew out his arm throwing out the first pitch. It's pure Papelbon. 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