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From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Our AL East Outlook series continues with Gordo, Sammy, and Pat diving into the big moves made by the Orioles. What kind of grade do the guys give Baltimore for their offseason including signing Pete Alonso? Also, the Orioles' roster is filled with former top prospects like Colton Cowser who need to start proving themselves. And, while the lineup looks better and the starting rotation got upgrades, there may still be holes in the bullpen and frontline pitching. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): A name we thought was in the past resurfaced and Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are wondering why that is. How believable is it that the Red Sox could still acquire Isaac Paredes from the Astros? Also, Jarren Duran remains the most likely name in a trade, but at this time in Spring Training the value might not be equal. And, a deal would make things awkward with Caleb Durbin already dealt for and Marcelo Mayer likely to be demoted if it happens. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo catches up with another player who was traded from St. Louis to Boston, Willson Contreras, who offers an honest assessment of how he wants to be viewed by opponents and teammates. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Sonny Gray is one of the most interesting pitchers in baseball for a variety of reasons, which is why Bradfo made a point to sit down with the new Red Sox starter. Sonny talks about his current lot in life, his approach to not playing in the WBC, his plans for the future, and how he fell in love with trees (and nature). To top things off, Bradfo also catches up with another player who was traded from St. Louis to Boston, Willson Contreras, who offers an honest assessment of how he wants to be viewed by opponents and teammates. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are breathing a sigh of relief that Roman Anthony wasn't injured on his outfield collision, but are noticing two rough starts this spring from Brayan Bello. Is there any nervousness or concern about Bello's production in the starting rotation after his start to spring training? Then, Connelly Early's spring is making the guys rethink who should have that fifth and final rotation spot. And, the near-term solution for Payton Tolle would be as a bullpen arm, but long-term solution is to keep developing him as a 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): For a second straight year, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are ready to preview the rest of the AL East beginning with the Rays to start the division outlook series. Should Tampa be viewed as the team most likely to finish last in the division? Also, there always seems to be magic in the air when it comes to the unexpected success the Rays have, but that time might be coming to an end. And, there is power in Junior Caminero and the return of Shane McClanahan, but Kevin Cash will have his work cut out for him. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo catches up with an old friend, who also just happens to be a Hall of Famer, David Ortiz. It's always a good time when these two get together, with this being no exception. In this sit-down in the JetBlue Park dugout, Bradfo and David talk about how clubhouses have changed, his relationship with Rafael Devers, and how he views his current existence as one of the game's most entertaining baseball analysts. It's a good time with Papi. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu went viral Tuesday after breaking a bat just by merely checking his swing. The next day, Bradfo was there when Abreu explained exactly what happened. But to advance the conversation, Bradfo also caught up with the OG of breaking a bat on a check swing, Hall of Famer Jim Rice. There aren't a lot of players who have experienced such a thing, and we just so happened to catch up with two of them. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Before getting into the big headlines, Gordo, Sammy and Pat react to recent events from Spring Training including a big day for Pirates' prospect Konnor Griffin and a bad one for umpire Mitch Trzeciak getting corrected by ABS multiple times. Then, going back to Alex Cora's comments about Marcelo Mayer's roster spot and how realistic it could be that Mayer won't be on the Opening Day roster. And, what kind of extension are the Sox going to have to offer Wilyer Abreu if both sides are truly interested in 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy and Pat pick up where they left off last episode when discussing the part Triston Casas will play in 2026. Where will Casas start with the Red Sox and could he make Opening Day with the videos and reports that have come out? Also, the way the roster is constructed there might not even be a spot for Casas on the roster. Then, the guys get into a debate about who the faces of Boston sports are and how they rank amongst 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo is doing another extensive sit-down with one of the best pitchers in baseball, Garrett Crochet. This time the guys are reflecting on the realities that came with his first season in Boston, with a behind-the-scenes look at the real what's what. There is fantastic insight into Crochet's current lot in life, along with the story behind the story regarding his shaved head. Much like the pitcher's performance on the mound, these podcasts never disappoint. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): One year ago, Kristian Campbell was navigating his first big league spring training while learning a fairly new position and a whole room of new teammates, while also negotiating a life-changing contract. Now? He is still trying to make the Red Sox, but is entering this round of spring training games with a wealth of lessons, experience, and confidence, all of which he has gained over the last 12 months. Bradfo sits down with Campbell to reflect and look forward. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Let the games begin! Its time for Gordo, Sammy, and Pat to talk about the first set of games for the Red Sox this Spring Training. With eyes on the starting rotation, who will be the fifth starter in that rotation after the spring? Also, Johan Oviedo's upside gives him a good chance to earn a spot in the rotation. And, if we skipped Spring Training, it sounds like that final spot would go to the veteran Patrick Sandoval. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Brendan Rodgers has experienced a lot since being taken third overall in the 2015 MLB Draft, ultimately landing this spring training with the Red Sox. Rodgers joins Bradfo to talk about his journey, including how a horrific collision derailed his season last 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): To the surprise of many, we actually heard Red Sox ownership speak in the form of Tom Werner. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to the candid comments Werner made about the Rafael Devers' saga and losing Alex Bregman. Also, should fans want ownership to speak out honestly or just to squash any stories that come up? And, Devers may still be in a Red Sox uniform if first base didn't become an issue with Triston Casas going down last season. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo catches up with Red Sox First Baseman Triston Casas to discuss making his return to the field, his role on the team, and his mask 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Isiah Kiner-Falefa has lived a fascinating baseball existence. The player they call Izzy (or IKF), sat down with Bradfo to talk about his journey from Hawaii to Boston and all the stops in between. Izzy offers some next-level insight into both his time with the Yankees and Blue Jays, with the kind of stories and lessons that make you understand the value he brings to an organization. There was also that time he broke up a perfect game by singling off CEO Joe (Kelly). Isiah is a great guy to listen to and get to know. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Just when we thought there wasn't anything noteworthy to come out of Fort Myers, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have plenty of thoughts after hearing from Sam Kennedy. What to make of Kennedy saying Alex Bregman didn't want to be with the Red Sox and how to treat when ownership speaks to the media? Then, Masataka Yoshida seems like the forgotten player on the Sox roster and no one knows what exactly his role will be in 2026. And, its not just the starting rotation that has depth and Triston Casas and Kristian Campbell are likely to start the year in Worcester. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Everyone is down in Fort Myers for Spring Training and there's mixed feelings from Gordo, Sammy, and Pat after handing out their offseason grades. What are the biggest issues fans had with their grading system of the Red Sox offseason? Then, if ZIPS projections mean anything, it'll be a tough season for the lineup without a hitter with more than 20 home runs. And, the focus for Craig Breslow was defense, but just how good is 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): As you probably know by now, we have classified Red Sox rookie pitcher Payton Tolle as one of the best personalities in baseball. That's why it only made sense for Bradfo to continue his first week in spring training by sitting down with Tolle. Once again, he doesn't disappoint. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): There are a few young players in MLB with higher expectations than Roman Anthony, who, one year ago, was living life as baseball's top prospect. So, it only made sense for Bradfo to kick off his spring training coverage by sitting down with Anthony to reflect on his wild year, while also taking a deep dive into his new existence. It's always entertaining when these two get together, and this is no exception. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Right before pitchers and catchers report to JetBlue Park, the Red Sox make a big trade to finally fill that void in the infield. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat give their thoughts on Caleb Durbin and others being acquired from Milwaukee for Kyle Harrison and David Hamilton among names sent back. Also, Durbin has shown to be versatile so its anyone's guess where he'll be on the infield on Opening Day. And, with the roster seemingly set it stone, the guys evaluate what kind of offseason the Sox had. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): It's a special Who Says No episode as Gordo, Sammy, and Pat go through and react to listener-submitted trade proposals for the Red Sox. Which ones are the most realistic, and are these even deals the Sox will make before the season starts? Also, Isaac Paredes' name came up in a lot of submissions, so Houston and Boston could be on a collision course. 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

From 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti' (subscribe here): Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Super Bowl week in the NFL. Seahawks, Patriots. Tom Brady can't pick a team? Prop bets for the big game. Mike's 5 leg parlay. In depth storylines and much more. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): One was a huge deal. One was a somewhat unexpected deal. Nonetheless, the signings of Framber Valdez (Tigers) and Isiah Kiner-Falefa (Blue Jays) were interesting enough to elicit plenty of reaction and analysis from Bradfo in this BIB on the Go. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): We are now less than one week away from pitchers and catchers reporting to Fort Myers and Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are wondering if a trade is coming anytime soon. Will the Red Sox make a trade for a bat or stick with the roster they've got by holding out for a better option down the road? Then, it could come down to the Sox not being able to make a deal since its so late in the offseason. And, if the Sox don't make another move, they'll have to choose between David Hamilton and Nick Sogard who should start at second base. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): We finally saw some action from the Red Sox, but not the kind Gordo, Sammy, and Pat were hoping for. How big of a deal is it for the Sox to trade away Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin? Then, the guys get into into it with each other about Eugenio Suarez signing with the Reds if the sox should have been more aggressive to get him. And, its becoming more and more likely whoever starts the year at second base will be internal and Kristian Campbell is a polarizing name many haven't paid attention 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): So, who is Kyson Witherspoon? Well, he was a first-round pick by the Red Sox last year, having starred on the mound for the Oklahoma Sooners. He recently gained notoriety thanks to a viral video showing him learn a new sweeper in a few minutes. And he just might be the 2026 version of Trey Yesavage if anything breaks right for him and the Red Sox. Bradfo and the guys from Play Tessie (Sammy and Gordo) caught up with Kyson for a wildly entertaining conversation that includes his dislike for the Yankees and a great story about being a twin. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): As we still wait for the Red Sox to make a trade to complete their offseason, Pat has a Who Says No proposal for Gordo and Sammy to fill out their lineup. Would the Sox and Marlins make a one-for-one deal to bring in Xavier Edwards for Franklin Arias? Also, where would this deal rank among previous trade ideas and how Edwards compares to another potential trade option in the Cubs' Nico Hoerner? 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Hard to think about the Red Sox when the Patriots are in the Super Bowl, but Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are able to find the connection. How good is the Boston sports landscape right now? Then, where do the Red Sox stack up in the American League if they entered the season with the roster as currently constructed? And, the looming salary cap that is the focus of a potential lockout is the dark cloud that is hovering around the state of baseball. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat keep waiting for the Red Sox to make a trade to add to their lineup and land on the Cubs' Matt Shaw. Should the Sox try to acquire Shaw and how would he fit in their lineup? Then, Craig Breslow maybe shared some info about the kind of infielder he's looking for that is more defensive oriented. And, no matter who Boston gets, they won't be a seamless fit based on the price they'll pay or the player they're getting. 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo sat down with Adam Ottavino to cover a multitude of topics, with one of the main ones being, the Red Sox unique approach to this offseason that has seen them completely revamp their rotation while doing very little in terms of adding offense 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

From 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti' (subscribe here): Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Championship weekend in the NFL. Should Ben Johnson have went for 2? Boomer feels bad for Bo Nix and Josh Allen. Mcdermott's exit from Buffalo. Catch or interception in Broncos Bills game? 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Sammy has another Who Says No trade proposal for Gordo and Pat that focuses on the defense since the big bat is still not in the picture. Would the Red Sox and Rockies agree to a deal to send Ezequiel Tovar to Boston for Juan Valera, Justin Gonzales, and Tyler Uberstine? Also, everyone agrees Boston has one more big trade in them, but no one really knows what player they can get that would fit seamlessly. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo and Pat start by talking about who will have to get DFA'd now that the Ranger Suarez signing is official. Who's on the borderline and who ultimately has to go so Suarez can be on the 40-man roster? Then, there are conflicting reports about how much the Red Sox and Astros are talking about a trade centered around Isaac Paredes, but Wilyer Abreu might need to be involved to make it happen. And, Dustin Pedroia missed out on the Hall of Fame even though it feels like he has a good case along while Manny Ramirez is officially off the ballot. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have had a few more days to digest the Red Sox signing of Ranger Suarez. Would the starting rotation look better with a co-ace to Garrett Crochet over a combination of Suarez and Sonny Gray? Then, Pat brings Brett Baty to the table as the bat the Sox trade for, but the fit might not be clean considering it would add another lefty to the lineup. And, Isaac Paredes has been another name floated that could salvage the lineup and even the infield 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Drop everything! The Red Sox finally signed a free agent! Not only that, but they boost their rotation by signing Ranger Suarez away from the Phillies. Gordo and Sammy react to the Sox bringing in another big lefty to pitch behind Garrett Crochet. Also, was this the right pivot days after losing Alex Bregman to the Cubs? And, the pitching depth is once again brought up and could be used in a deal to get the bat the Sox have been looking for. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Newly-hired Rockies general manager Josh Byrnes joined Bradfo to talk about the past, present and future. Of course, if you're going to talk about the past you can't dismiss the stories behind the stories when it comes to notable transactions. In this case, Byrnes reflects on drafting Dustin Pedroia, trading Nomar Garciaparra, and targeting Mookie Betts. To listen to the entire podcast with the three-time GM, click here. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Alex Cora has returned to the podcast, and it is at a perfect time. Not only is the Red Sox manager offering insight into his team's latest signing, first baseman Willson Contreras, but he is taking a deep dive into his own evolution as a big league manager. In the lengthy conversation with Bradfo, Cora also gets into big-picture topics, such as his view of how the front office operates in the offseason, and more specific items, such as lineup construction, Kristian Campbell, Triston Casas, and his Zoom recruiting skills. There is also, of course, some Best Shape Of Their Life revelations. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo and Pat Brown (Play Tessie) convene for some instant reaction to another big trade between the Red Sox and Cardinals, this one sending Willson Contreras to Boston in exchange for Hunter Dobbins and a pair of minor league pitchers. 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

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): 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

From 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti' (subscribe here): Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti cover wall to wall NFL for week 16. Jets fire their defensive coordinator. Commanders went after Jaxson Dart. Texans are the team to beat and QB carousel for 2026. 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