WEEI Afternoons

Mayer will be the second baseman, but could move

What's Andy's problem with Swayman?

Stiz highlights Celtic pride

Tatum's return may be a work in progress

The J's have some problems to work out

As the Red Sox finalize their roster, WEEI breaks down the tough decisions facing Alex Cora. Join The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons as they discuss the logjam in the outfield and the looming trade rumors surrounding Masataka Yoshida. We dive into the battle for the fifth starter spot between Oviedo, Early, and Tolle, and question why the team is already limiting Ranger Suarez's workload. From Roman Anthony’s pressure-filled sophomore season to the "all-Worcester" team, get the full breakdown on Best Of Red Sox on WEEI!

The best interviews of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Mike Giardi on Patriots, Rob Bradford on Red Sox and World Baseball Classic, Chris Mannix on Celtics, and Andrew Raycroft on Bruins. Plus, Maxxine Dupri joins ahead of Monday Night Raw at TD Garden.

The countdown to the postseason is on. WEEI presents the most essential Bruins talk of the week as the team enters a brutal final stretch. The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons discuss the "danger zones" in puck management and why the man advantage has disappeared since the Olympic break. Plus, a look at the Jack Hughes "puck-gate" drama and whether the Bruins can hold off the Red Wings for that final playoff ticket. All that and more on Best Of Bruins on WEEI!

As the AFC Arms race heats up, WEEI evaluates where the Patriots stand in the hierarchy. Join The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons as they compare the Pats' roster to the new-look Broncos and the Chiefs. We break down the "cash-to-cap" spending limit, the looming extension for Christian Gonzalez, and the mystery of why Jaylen Waddle didn't take "the bull by the horns" in Miami. From Gonzo contract rumors to the future of the wide receiver room, get the full inside scoop on Best Of Patriots on WEEI!

WEEI brings you the most heated Celtics talk of the week as Jaylen Brown continues to dominate but remains low on the MVP ladder. Featured discussions from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons tackle the "ego" problem: Is Jaylen being overlooked because of the team's depth, or is there an NBA-wide bias against him?. We also break down Tatum’s return from injury, the emergence of role players like Baylor Scheierman, and why the Celtics’ organizational culture is lightyears ahead of the competition. All the best highlights this week on Best Of Celtics on WEEI!

Topics discussed: What’s the floor + the ceiling for the 2026 Red Sox, and which outcome is more likely? | Why Hart is concerned about the latest Red Sox starting rotation update | Callers memorialize Chuck Norris + March Madness updates | Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi joins the show; shares his new Patriots 2026 draft "crush" | Kevin Byard's "joke" about the Patriots and A.J. Brown raised eyebrows in the fanbase | Are the Celtics steering into the Jayson Tatum/Jaylen Brown narrative with recent social media posts? | Ferzoco Friday: Is Josh McDaniels against acquiring A.J. Brown? | Chris Mannix joins to discuss if the Celtics are the best team in the East | Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!

Are the 2026 Red Sox a playoff team? Hart and Dan Bahl give their expectations for the team ahead of Opening Day. We pay our respects to legend Chuck Norris who sadly passed away today.

Mike Giardi joins the show to discuss the latest around the Patriots. We react to where the Patriots fall in the latest power rankings. Have they done enough this off-season?

Hart gives his NFL Power Rankings, where do the Patriots fall? Brian Ferzoco believes Josh McDaniels does not want AJ Brown on the Patriots.

Topics discussed: Is Ranger Suarez dealing with an injury after his stint at the World Baseball Classic? (The Drive) // Chris Mannix joins to discuss if the Celtics are the best team in the East // Closing out the week with Odds and Ends

Hart and Dan share their concerns regarding Ranger Suarez's health entering the 2026 season, and they debate whether Alex Cora is destined for the Red Sox front office after the conclusion of his managerial contract.

Brian Ferzoco joins Hart and Dan to discuss the notion that, though Mike Vrabel might be pushing for the Patriots to acquire WR A.J. Brown, Josh McDaniels may not be as excited about the prospect of adding him to the WR room.

Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated joins to discuss if the Celtics are the best team in the East, the season Jaylen Brown has had, and how Jayson Tatum has looked since his injuy

The guys take a look at the latest NFL Power Rankings and if the Patriots are already being disrespected

Mike Giardi joins the guys to discuss why he still believes Patriots are the team to beat in the AFC, why he is a big fan of the Patriots drafting Zion Young in the upcoming NFL Draft, and more!

Andy Hart and Dan Bahl react to the news from this morning of actor Chuck Norris passing away and take callers remembering the legendary actor

The MLB season starts in less than one week and the guys take a look at the Red Sox lineup and rotation to decide if the team willbe back in the AL Playoffs this season.

Andy Hart and Dan Bahl disuses the 2026 Red Sox pitching rotation and what the order of that rotation should look like to open the season.

Topics discussed: JT + JB make Celtics history, but Jaylen Brown turns heads with bizarre postgame comments // Adam Schefter's latest A.J. Brown update is music to the ears of Patriots fans // Unveiling our 2026 WEEI Afternoons "Masshole Madness" bracket and competition // NBC Sports Boston's Tom E. Curran joins the show + addresses the new A.J. Brown rumors // Bruins analyst Andrew Raycroft joins us in-studio to discuss the state of the Bruins in mid-March // "Seven Days of Sox Talk" - Connelly Early's future + Masataka Yoshida's role // Drafting our ideal Masters winner dinner menus // ESPN Radio's Evan Cohen joins the show, addresses the Patriots-A.J. Brown rumors // Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!

Jaylen Brown is his own worst enemy // Could AJ Brown be getting closer to New England as each day passes? // The Masshole Madness bracket! //

Three Point Stance - Could this MLB/Polymarket deal spell trouble? // Tom Curran says the Patriots secondary has the potential to be great // How money plays a role in players wanting to come to a certain team //

Andrew "Razor" Raycroft joins, talks Elias Lindholm struggles // More on the brand new "Mass-Hole Bracket" Fitzy is all hyped up for the Masters //

Topics discussed: Should Jayson Tatum + Jaylen Brown be considered among the top NBA duos of all-time? (The Drive) // ESPN Radio's Evan Cohen joins the show, addresses the Patriots-A.J. Brown rumors // Sharing updates on our WEEI Afternoons "Masshole Madness" bracket (Odds and Ends)

Evan Cohen ("Unsportsmanlike" on ESPN Radio) joins WEEI Afternoons to share his memories of traveling through Massachusetts and New England as a kid, react to the latest Patriots-A.J.Brown rumors, share his level of optimism for the 2026 Celtics and their chances to win a title, and much more.

Fitzy and Dan discuss how the Red Sox are handling Connelly Early to begin the 2026 season and whether they agree with the decision, and they debate whether Masataka Yoshida fits into a role on this year's team.

The Masters is the first fun sign of spring!

Razor has got a lot to say about Lindholm struggling

The MLB polymarket is wils, trouble for the Sox?

Tom E. Curran joins, talks Pats secondary

With Tatum back, Is Jaylen Brown becoming his own worst enemy?

The AJ Brown sweepstakes is heating up!

The WEEI team reacts to a heartbreaker in the WBC Final. We’re breaking down Team USA’s 3-2 loss and analyzing Garrett Whitlock’s tough outing on the mound that sealed the result.

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): The Denver Broncos are acquiring Dolphins star wide receiver Jaylen Waddle for a 2026 first-, third-, and fourth-round pick. What does that mean for the Patriots? Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson discuss. Plus, the Patriots have yet to retain any of their own free agents … why?

Topics discussed: Reacting to the disappointing result for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic // Were the energy and "vibes" not good enough for Team USA compared to other WBC teams? // This Bruins trend has Hart worried about a potential late-season collapse // Why Jaylen Brown said he'll never win NBA MVP "no matter what he does" // Kristaps Porzingis asserts that Joe Mazzulla has found "new levels of craziness" while leading the 2026 Celtics // Reacting to Maxx Crosby's wild comments about his brief stint as a member of the Baltimore Ravens // Previewing Fanatics' Flag Football event and Tom Brady's role in the tournament // Are Bostonians and football fans developing "Tom Brady fatigue"? // Predicting the greatest strength of the 2026 Boston Red Sox (Five O'Clock Sox Talk) // Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!

Team USA falls short, losing WBC to Venezuela // Did a lack of passion or winners cause Team USA's defeat? // The biggest weakness for Bruins after overtime loss on the road //

3 Point stance: Andy loves when the country comes together to root for ANYTHING // Jaylen Brown is saying all the right things // Fitzy thinks Jaylen Brown is turning the corner to be a real leader //

Maxx Crosby tells his side of the story & the Ravens don't look great // Tom Brady and Gronk are coming back...to play flag football // Rounding out the Brady bashing //

Topics discussed: How the World Baseball Classic may impact the health + growth of the game of baseball (The Drive) // Predicting the greatest strength of the 2026 Boston Red Sox (Five O'Clock Sox Talk) // Reacting to Rory McIlroy's lavish 2026 Masters dinner menu (Odds and Ends)

Hart, Fitzy and Ted debate the greatest strengths of the 2026 Red Sox, including the starting rotation, Roman Anthony's growing stardom, and much more.

Hart, Fitzy and Ted react to Stiz's assertion that he's tired of Tom Brady's oversaturation in football and sports media.

Stiz has Brady fatigue

Maxx Crosby sets the record straight and Andy is here for it

While Andy keeps his loyalty to his guy, Fitzy jumps on the wagon of Brown embracing his role

Whether it's curling or baseball, if they are wearing an American flag, Andy supports them

The biggest weakness for Bruins after overtime loss on the road