Play Tessie - A Red Sox Podcast

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are still reeling from Alex Bregman leaving the Red Sox for the Cubs. Why is there no animosity towards Bregman and where exactly is the trust level between the fanbase and Red Sox management? Then, recent news about how the Sox pivot don't sound optimistic with the backup plans listed. And, there is some value in the Sox signing Eugenio Suarez and focusing on bolstering the pitching and defense. 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 Bregman just sent the Red Sox and their fans into disarray by signing a massive deal with the Chicago Cubs. Gordo and Sammy talk about how shocking it is to see Bregman leave and how bad the organization looks for once again being outbid for their Plan A target.. Also, the offseason is now very close to being a disaster if they don't sign Bo Bichette which no one seems to have faith in happening. And, trading away Rafael Devers now becomes a total waste since his replacement only spent a year in Boston. 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

Gordo makes an ambitious Who Says No proposal for Sammy and Pat that features another three team trade. Would the Red Sox, White Sox, and Mets agree to a deal that sends Jarren Duran and Jordan Leasure to New York, Brett Baty and Christian Scott to Chicago, and Jonah Tong and Kyle Teel to Boston? Also, Duran's name has been brought up in tons of trade scenarios and there may come a time sooner or later when its time to end those discussions. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have eyes on the next steps for the Blue Jays since it could affect the Red Sox. Will Toronto spend big for Kyle Tucker leaving Bo Bichette to find a new home? Also, the Red Sox could become a likely destination, but would have to decide between him or Alex Breman. Speaking of, more is coming out about just how aggressive the Sox offer is for Bregman which indicates they'll go big to bring Breggy back. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are all finally in the same time zone to discuss the shocking signing of Kazuma Okamoto to the Blue Jays. What does this do for Toronto and more importantly the Red Sox for the rest of the offseason? Then, even though they haven't made any signings, the Sox have added almost the same amount of players as the Jays, but one definitely feels better than the other. And, Alex Bregman seemingly has an "aggressive" offer from the Sox, but if that report is leaked from Boston's end then who knows how aggressive the offer really is. 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

Pat makes a big Who Says No proposal to Gordo and Sammy where the Red Sox would have to give up Brayan Bello to get their number two starter. Would the Sox and Brewers agree to a trade that brings Freddy Peralta AND Abner Uribe to Boston for Bello and Dorian Soto? Also, a debate on what Brayan Bello's actual value and projections should be. 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 another stretch of little to no news, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat this time get into the rumored trade candidates and predicting where they could land. Will the Ketel Marte saga end with the D-Backs moving on or holding onto him? Also, Jarren Duran is the big name from the Red Sox on the trade market and there are some teams that no one may be thinking as a trade partner. And, somewhere in the group of tradeable pitchers does lie the Sox option for a number two starter. 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 there wasn't a ton of a news over the Christmas stretch, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat look at every remaining free agent and give their updated landing destinations for each one. Where will the big prize in Kyle Tucker land? Then, both Alex Bregman and Bo Bichette are great players, but a younger Bichette could make him more appealing over Bregman. And, the Yankees can't seriously be holding out until the very last minute right? 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

Sammy shares his Who Says No proposal with Gordo and Pat which features another one-for-one swap this time with the Padres. Would the Red Sox and Padres agree to a deal to send Jarren Duran to San Diego and Mason Miller to Boston? 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

Days have passed for Gordo, Sammy, and Pat to give more thought to the Red Sox acquiring Willson Contreras from the Cardinals. How will Contreras perform at Fenway Park this season and what's causing the initial negative feelings from the fellas about the deal? Then, Contreras takes up a spot at first base and designated hitter meaning things might be a little murky for Triston Casas and Masataka Yoshida. And, making another deal with St. Louis for Brendan Donovan would seem like a big mistake considering the fit and the price it'll take. 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

Everything gets derailed as Gordo, Sammy, and Pat dive into the breaking news of the Red Sox trading for Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras. Was this a good deal Craig Breslow made or did he overpay with including Hunter Dobbins along with two high pitching prospect? Also, John Henry seemed to have his fingertips on this trade with St. Louis paying $8 million of Contreras' $24 million salary. 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

For the first time in Play Tessie history, we have a three-team Who Says No proposal from Gordo to Sammy and Pat. Would the Red Sox, Royals, Nationals agree to a deal that sees Jarren Duran and MacKenzie Gore go to Kansas City, Payton Tolle and Franklin Arias land in DC, and the Sox receive Cole Ragans? 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are graced by the presence of "Baseball Isn't Boring" host's own Rob Bradford to dive into some of his latest reports. Is Alex Bregman falling further away from resigning with the Red Sox? Then, the Sox may be a landing spot for Ketel Marte, but Bradfo says don't expect a deal to come anytime soon. And, Rob said the market for Jarren Duran was heating up so the price seems like it'll stay high from the Sox 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

News and rumors have calmed since the Winter Meetings, but Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have their eyes on a report that shows the Red Sox interest in Willson Contreras. Does the current Cardinals' first baseman fit in the Boston and how likely is a deal to get done? Also, Contreras could be the better bat to include in the lineup over Kazuma Okamoto and Eugenio Suarez. And, a show-wide denial of trading Marcelo Mayer for Ketel Marte and if Michael King would fit on the 2026 roster. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are far from happy after Pete Alonso signs a contract not with the Red Sox, but their in division rival in Baltimore. Where does Craig Breslow turn to next and do fans even trust him to make the right moves? Then, the two biggest power bats are off the board so Breslow will have to get creative to make the lineup better than last season. And, Alex Bregman seems like the next pivot, but finding another bat to pair with him isn't as promising as it once seemed. 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

Gordo and Sammy joins Christian Arcand on The Christian Arcand Show on WEEI to give their thoughts on the Red Sox being outbid by the Orioles for Pete Alonso and how they pivot to salvage the offseason. 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 moves have been quiet for the Red Sox, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are all over every single rumors featuring the Sox. How much closer could they be to making Pete Alonso, Ketel Marte, or Alex Bregman a part of the 2026 roster? Then, new names are emerging as potential candidates like Corey Seager while others start to fade like Bo Bichette. And, there could be a unique trade scenario with Jarren Duran as the outfielder that gets squeezed out. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are ready to dive into the most exciting week of the offseason: the Winter Meetings. Before discussing the rumors, the guys give their reactions to the Red Sox adding to their starting rotation in Johan Oviedo. Then, could the Cubs really be the team to pry Alex Bregman away from Boston? And, Ketel Marte could be a good fit for the Sox, but lots of caveats need to be included if Craig Breslow makes the deal. 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

Pat gives his second Who Says No of the offseason to Gordo and Sammy which could cause more of a stir than normal. Do the Red Sox and Astros agree to send Jarren Duran to Houston for Christian Walker, Bryan King, and prospect Brice Matthews? 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are all smiles after Sonny Gray's introduction to Red Sox fans was dissing the Yankees. Where on the fan-favorite scale did Gray put himself and does the trade look any better? Then, there is a trade market for Jarren Duran, but Brayan Bello could sneak into a deal as well. And, it might not be possible, but the guys dream of Cole Ragans being trade to Boston. 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 mood from Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have soured after hearing the Red Sox don't plan to spend above the second CBT threshold. Why is this a disappointing, but not surprising report about John Henry's intentions? Then, Jorge Polanco has been floated as a name the Sox could sign even though the fit might be tricky to work in. And, the Blue Jays made a big move to sign Dylan Cease which is a reminder of how Boston should be operating in their window. 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

Sammy has a simple Who Says No for Gordo and Pat that involves a rumored name in the starting pitcher market and a rising star for the Red Sox. Do the Sox and Brewers agree to send Freddy Peralta to Boston for Connelly Early? 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat go in depth on the big news of the day with the Red Sox trading for Cardinals' starter Sonny Gray. How does Gray fit in the rotation and was trading Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke the right price? Also, with Gray's contract being modified it doesn't seem that this is the big name Craig Breslow would want to add (they thought nervously). And, the rotation was addressed and now the big focus is about the power in the lineup. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat try to cypher through recent news about and related to the Red Sox adding big power bats. Does a recent Mets' trade give an idea that Pete Alonso might be more of a possibility? Then, Alonso could be the only big-time premium bat the Sox add according a recent report from Alex Speier even though there should be another one added. And, if the Sox can only "afford" one big bat, attention will turn to the trade market with some names floated like Brendan Donovan and Ketel Marte. 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

Its Gordo's turn to give his Who Says No proposal to Sammy and Pat which features a starting pitcher not mentioned as a trade candidate. Would the Red Sox be able to acquire Gavin Williams from the Guardians for Jarren Duran and Kutter Crawford? Also, Cleveland has no purpose to trade away Williams so they could be asking for more to make it more attainable. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to a busy day of moves for the Red Sox that saw many relievers be traded in shocking deals. What happens next with the Sox bullpen with guys like Bernie, Murph, and others gone? Then, Bo Bichette has emerged as an interest for Boston which would be quite the upgrade if they lost out on Alex Bregman. And, the decisions on the qualifying offers were made and they could impact what the Sox do this offseason without anyone realizing 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat get into the latest regarding Alex Bregman and the podfather Bradfo saying there's less than a 50% chance he returns to the Red Sox. How real are other teams' chances and is the confidence still high that Bregman will be back in Boston? Then, Freddy Peralta and Joe Ryan seem to be off the table for a trade...or at least their GM's are making it look that way? And, the CBT threshold doesn't seem to be an issue for the Sox according to one report. 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

Its Pat's turn to present his Who Says No proposal to Gordo and Sammy that lands the Red Sox the second starting pitcher they want behind Garrett Crochet. Would the Cincinnati Reds agree to send Hunter Greene AND Jose Trevino to Boston for Wilyer Abreu, Franklin Arias, and Jhostynxon Garcia? Also, would the guys settle for Greene instead of Joe Ryan for pitching targets? 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

Its now officially hot stove season and Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are all over some oddly directive comments made by Craig Breslow at the GM meetings. Do we buy Breslow making his wants of a number two starter and power bat happen? Then, the two big bats the Red Sox are likely linked to are Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso and the contracts could be very different for the amount of want fans may have. And, Joe Ryan feels like a certain Sox target, but don't overlook Freddy Peralta if they strike out with Minnesota. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat get into the tough conversation of the Red Sox having to trade one of their outfielders. Why is Jarren Duran the likely candidate to be dealt from their surplus and could the Sox check another box by getting a number two starter in return? Also, everything about this offseason will have the impending lockout in 2027 factored into it. And, the guys share the one free agent they don't want the Sox to have anything to do with. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are officially ready for the offseason with the first big move being a non-move. Is Lucas Giolito's time in Boston near its end with the Red Sox not offering him the qualifying offer? Also, the approach for the Sox when it comes to their rotation will be different from last offseason, but aggressiveness should still be expected. And, how much is the looming lockout in 2027 gonna factor into the moves made and the deals signed? 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to some big news regarding Trevor Story opting in to the rest of his contract. How crucial is it to have Story on the 2026 roster and should he cede the shortstop position? Then, its the first Who Says No proposal of the offseason from Sammy who addresses the need at first base and the outfield surplus. Would Kansas City and Boston agree to move Jarren Duran and Vinnie Pasquantino for each other? 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 2025 season officially in the rear view, its decision time for the Red Sox on a few measures. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat analyze at the potential decision of offering the qualifying offer to starting pitcher Lucas Giolito. Should the Sox give the $22 million offer to Giolito and do they need to bring him back to the starting rotation for 2026? Also, the guys share their thoughts on a wild World Series ending with an incredible Game 7 between the Blue Jays and Dodgers and where it ranks all-time. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The one and only Hogdale joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation on how the rising star among Red Sox fans broke through. How Hogdale has been handling his rise to fame and reliving his trip to Boston and Fenway Park. Also, the platform keeps growing as Hogdale details his new role with Barstool Sports and what's to come. And, everyone gets into some Sox talk about the one hitting and pitching target that should be focused on in the offseason. 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 some time off, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are back and ready for the offseason to begin! With Alex Bregman officially opting out, have the chances of him resigning shrunk or even increased? Then, Kyle Tucker is one of the big fish in free agency and there is a fit for him on the Red Sox, but a lot will have to happen. And, a power bat is needed for the lineup and the guys have some mixed opinions about Eugenio Suarez and even some international hitters. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat officially put a bow on the 2025 season by handing out awards and superlatives on the Red Sox roster. What were the best and worst moments from a year that was riding all around the highs and lows? Also, the players worthy of consideration for the biggest surprise and the players that failed to live up to expectations. And, Garrett Crochet could be considered as Team Cy Young, but could he also be named the team's MVP of the year? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 Red Sox season has come to an end which has Gordo, Sammy, and Pat feeling all kinds of disappointment. How depressing was it to see the Yankees dominate in Game 3 to clinch the Wild Card Series victory? Then, poor defense bit the Sox once again, but it was Ceddanne Rafaela who was making the rare mistake in the outfield. And, early thoughts on the future with the chances of Alex Bregman staying and maybe Jarren Duran going. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have their feelings quickly shifted after the Red Sox lost Game 2 and are forced in a do or die Game 3 in their Wild Card Series with the Yankees. Where was Game 2 specifically lost from Brayan Bello's extremely short outing to Ceddanne Rafaela unable to bunt? Also, hindsight becomes 20-20 with Nate Eaton not scoring on a near costly error from the New York infield. And, Nick Sogard has gone from a roster bubble man to the most consistent player that might have to start over Romy Gonzalez. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a roller coaster of emotions, but the Red Sox came out on top in Game One of their Wild Card Series against the Yankees. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat recap how wild it was to watch this wild game and how awesome Garrett Crochet was in his first postseason start. Also, even though Jarren Duran struggled again against a lefty, Masataka Yoshida and Nick Sogard bailed the Sox out with some clutch hits. And, Carlos Narvaez helped knock Max Fried out of the game, but should Connor Wong be Brayan Bello's catcher for Game 2? 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 Red Sox will be playing baseball in October for the first time in four years and its only fitting that they'll be facing the Yankees in the Wild Card series. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat break down a wild Friday night celebration that saw the Sox punch their ticket to the playoffs thanks to Ceddanne Rafaela's walk-off hit. Then, another chapter will be etched in the historic rivalry that for Boston, could come down to if they can back up their ace Garrett Crochet in Game 1. And, the roster will be crunched so which positional player and bullpen arm will have to be left behind in this three-game series? 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 moments after finally clinching a playoff berth, Gordo and Sammy give their live reactions from Fenway Park about the journey the Red Sox have been on and clinching in the most dramatic fashion via a Ceddanne Rafaela walk-off. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Even though a playoff berth wasn't clinched yet, Gordo and Sammy aren't too worried about the Red Sox while Pat still has some reservations. Is there any real concern that the Sox won't capitalize on that magic number of 1 and why did some of the guys prefer them clinch at home instead? Then, Garrett Crochet's final regular season start only emphasized how great of addition he has been to the Sox rotation staff. And, Brayan Bello looked better, but still struggled in his last start which could be an issue come postseason play. 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

Despite only playing and winning one game against Toronto, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat think the Red Sox are in a good spot with their odds of making the playoffs getting stronger. How did Lucas Giolito grinding through a rough outing help set things up for the rest of the week against the Blue Jays? Then, tides have clearly shifted with the Guardians pulling even with the Tigers, but who should Sox fans be rooting for in that series? And, the guys list the teams they'd most and least like the Red Sox to face at any point in the postseason. 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

Gordo and Sammy had those bad feelings following the A's series turned around thanks to two wins down in Tampa to better the Red Sox chances at making the playoffs. What kind of comfort level should fans be feeling even though it's still a one game margin for the Sox over Cleveland? Also, what may be just as significant is seeing Alex Bregman look like his old self which will be vital during this last week of the regular season. And, Kyle Harrison became the latest starter to make his case for a potential Game 4 rotation spot. 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

Gordo and Sammy joined Bradfo on "Baseball Isn't Boring" to have a thorough conversation with Red Sox personality known as "Red Sox Jesus". He shares the story of how he became famous and the profound reason on why he decided to start dressing like Jesus Christ at Red Sox games. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Red Sox are flirting in the danger zone of missing the playoffs following a series loss at home to the Athletics. Gordo and Sammy break down how scary of a spot the Sox are in with the Guardians closing in on them and what kind of collapse this could turn into. Also, this current spot brings back some bad memories of the 2011 disaster even though this season isn't quite the exact equivalent. And, is it more must-win for the Sox to head down to Tampa and sweep the Rays or is just winning the series still good enough to keep their playoff chances high? 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

Gordo and Sammy get a chance to chat with one of the biggest stars of the 2025 Red Sox Trevor Story about his first playoff chase in Boston since signing in 2022. Also, after years of difficulty and injury, Story is appreciating every moment of being a key contributor in the first real playoff chase for the Sox in some time. And, Story explains the kind of relationship he has developed with Jarren Duran. 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

For a weekend that started out very rough, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat give you their thoughts on the Red Sox losing two of three games at home to their arch rivals at home. Does this series against the Yankees change the expectations for the Sox regarding the playoffs? Also, there was and still may be some more fear in missing the playoffs and Alex Cora's comments didn't help the cause. And, Garrett Crochet being his usual dominant self reassured fans that it would still take a huge collapse for the team to miss the postseason. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat all agree that the most important series of the season and maybe in the past few years is on deck when the Red Sox host the Yankees. What's at stake when the rivalry is once again renewed and could this be a potential playoff preview? Also, the Sox are sending their three big arms against New York, but which matchup creates the most intrigue? And, both rosters look different from the last series in July, but false injury reports and and a lack of thump in the lineup creates some trepidation for Boston. 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

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are all together again to share their satisfaction with a series win by the Red Sox in Sacramento against the A's highlighted by some dominant pitching. How shocking was it to see Connelly Early have huge success in his first career start and is he now a prime candidate to join the rotation? Also, it was the other side of spectrum once again for Payton Tolle which puts his rotation spot in serious doubt. And, we finally got to see the Sox debut from Kyle Harrison and hanging out in Worcester seems to have paid off in his first appearance. 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