The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox Podcast

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the 1-5 start, the struggles of the starting rotation, who they're concerned about the most, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam share their thoughts on the opening series for the Red Sox, the bullpen's performance, game two's ABS usage, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's predictions time! Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by Mass Live's Jim Pignatiello and Chris Mason to predict how the 2026 Red Sox and MLB season will turn out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Opening Day! Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the initial roster and share the biggest themes for fans to watch out for in Cincinati. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam welcome Red Sox President & CEO Sam Kennedy back on the podcast. Kennedy delivers his expectations for 2026 and discusses Roman Anthony's rise, John Henry's brief return to social media and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap the strong play from Red Sox players in the World Baseball Classic, analyze the Tommy Kahnle signing and discuss who's still fighting for a roster spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to a newsy 48 hours for the Red Sox at spring training, analyzing the Danny Coulombe signing, the news Romy Gonzalez underwent minor surgery on his shoulder and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back from a brief hiatus with McAdam having returned to Fort Myers for the end of Red Sox spring training. The writers discuss the latest developments in camp, including Caleb Durbin playing third base and Romy Gonzalez visiting a surgeon, plus which roster battles fans should watch down the stretch. Cotillo and McAdam also discuss their Red-Sox related takeaways from the World Baseball Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss what the 2026 Boston Red Sox roster might look like. The writers also break down the newest rumors of Astros infielder Isaac Paredes and the looming outfield dilemma. Plus, after a strong stretch from Johan Oviedo, is the fifth starter spot locked up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back home after a couple of weeks in Fort Myers. Chris and Sean break down Alex Cora's challenge to Marcelo Mayer, Triston Casas' newest comments, the recent spring training games, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the first few games and how tranquil spring training in Fort Myers was. The writers discuss Masataka Yoshida and Jarren Duran's future after a hot start to spring training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Red Sox phenom Roman Anthony joins co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam for a sit-down at JetBlue Park. Anthony discusses his expectations for his first full big league season, his goals for 2026, suiting up for Team USA and the World Baseball Classic, clubhouse leadership and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap the first week of spring training in Fort Myers, discussing Sam Kennedy and Tom Werner's comments from the first day of full squad workouts Sunday. The writers also talk about ongoing roster battles, injury news and the word that Roman Anthony will likely suit up for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are in Fort Myers, where Red Sox spring training opened Monday with the news Boston had acquired young infielder Caleb Durbin from Milwaukee. The writers break down the six-player trade and what it means for Boston's lineup, then discuss the offseason as a whole and preview the first week of camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the Red Sox signing Isiah Kiner-Falefa to a one-year, $6 million deal and discuss what it means for the rest of the infield. The writers dive into how Kiner-Falefa fits the team, and which moves could be coming next, then talk about the disaster that has unfolded when it comes to World Baseball Classic eligibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap an eventful Sunday for the Red Sox, who shipped pitchers Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the White Sox in a salary dump trade and watched potential target Eugenio Suárez sign with Cincinnati. The writers discuss the deal and where the Sox go next, plus give their instant reactions to the news the Cardinals traded Brendan Donovan to Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With less than two weeks before the start of spring training, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam take a crack at projecting the Red Sox' Opening Day roster. Cotillo and McAdam discuss Eugenio Suárez as a potential fit for the Sox while also discussing the other moves Craig Breslow could make to finish the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with an action-packed Friday podcast. The writers discuss where Craig Breslow will turn for infield help with the Red Sox in need of help before Opening Day, plus give their thoughts on Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers, Bo Bichette to the Mets and other big moves around baseball in the last 10 days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, MassLive's two Baseball Hall of Fame voters, Sean McAdam and Chris Smith, reveal their 2026 ballots before the results are announced in Cooperstown on Tuesday. McAdam and Smith discuss who got their votes, who didn't and where Dustin Pedroia stands as he continues his journey on the ballot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam have instant reaction to the Red Sox pivoting after losing out on Alex Bregman and landing free agent starter Ranger Suárez on a five-year, $130 million deal. The writers break down the move and what's next for the Red Sox, who still need to add a bat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam analyze the breaking news that Alex Bregman is heading to the Cubs on a five-year, $175 million deal after just one season in Boston. The writers react to the Sox losing another free agent battle, discuss where the club will go next and analyze the big-picture implications of Bregman leaving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss Cotillo's recent story in which he made 26 predictions for the 2026 season. The writers debate everything from a Brayan Bello trade to Masataka Yoshida's future and weigh in on what they think will happen in the upcoming year. Plus, a quick preview of Saturday's Fenway Fest event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by NESN and WEEI's Lou Merloni, who returns to the show to give his latest on the Red Sox offseason to this point. Merloni discusses why he thinks the Red Sox are better than they were in 2025 and gives a bold prediction on Alex Bregman's free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with their first podcast of 2026. The writers reset the Red Sox' offseason after New Year's Day, debating whether Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman is the best fit for the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the news that the Red Sox are acquiring Willson Contreras from the Cardinals for three pitchers, including Hunter Dobbins. The writers talk about how Contreras fits in Boston, the return to St. Louis, where the Red Sox go next and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the latest hot stove news throughout baseball — and the Red Sox' continued inaction. The writers talk about Michael King landing back with the Padres, the latest on Alex Bregman and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the latest rumors involving Alex Bregman, who is reportedly talking to the Diamondbacks about leaving Boston for Arizona. The writers also get into the Red Sox' reported interest in Michael King and analyze the unusual Monday trade that sent a pitching prospect to the Nationals for ... another pitching prospect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MassLive's Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are home from Orlando and analyzing where the Red Sox go next after failing to land either Pete Alonso or Kyle Schwarber. The writers discuss the ongoing pursuit of Arizona's Ketel Marte, plus what the events of last week mean for Alex Bregman and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo recap the big Winter Meetings signings including Kyle Schwarber to the Phillies and Pete Alonso to the Orioles, and what it means for the Red Sox, who missed out on two big bats so far this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are in Orlando and highlight the first day of the Winter Meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the acquisition of Johan Oviedo from Pirates in 5-player deal with the Winter Meetings set to begin on Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down what to expect from the Red Sox as they head into the Winter Meetings. Will they be aggressive in reshaping the roster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the pre-Thanksgiving news that the Red Sox have acquired Sonny Gray (and cash) from St. Louis for pitchers Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke. The writers break down the move, what it means for the rest of Boston's offseason, Gray's value, the return, Craig Breslow's payroll and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by new Red Sox infielder Tristan Gray, who was acquired in a trade with the Rays on Tuesday. Gray discusses his new opportunity in Boston, what he's learned from bouncing around to different organizations, his expectations for his role and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the Red Sox making several trades this week to reshape their roster, including the moves that sent Brennan Bernardino to the Rockies and Chris Murphy to Chicago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Cotillo catches up with three-time World Series Champion David Ortiz during his annual golf charity event in Palm Beach. Ortiz discusses what he hopes the Red Sox do this winter, plus weighs in on his impressions of Roman Anthony and if John Henry will spend this winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap Craig Breslow's comments including his desire to acquire "front of a rotation" starter this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam take an in-depth look at Boston’s (lack of) qualifying offer to Lucas Giolito and what it signals about the Red Sox’s roster construction and payroll strategy heading into 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices