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Christian Arcand gives his initial thoughts to the Red Sox victory over the Detroit Tiger in their first game of the series with a final score of 1-0. He reacts to the game winning play from Masataka Yoshida, listens to Alex Cora postgame, and takes your calls on what was a completely silent game until the 10th inning.

Following a thrilling 1-0 walk-off win by the Red Sox over the Tigers, Marcelo Mayer joins Will Flemming and Will Middlebrooks to discuss his key defensive tags and playing behind the gem thrown by Ranger Suarez.

Following a much-needed Red Sox win in Minnesota, Andruw Monasterio spoke with Will Flemming and Lenny DiNardo about his mindset stepping in for Willson Contreras, embracing any role the Sox have for him, and where he gets his joy from.

Christian Arcand has the first reactions, your phone calls, and fresh Alex Cora sound, as we all try to make sense of the senseless beatings the Red Sox have taken at the hands of Byron Buxton and the Minnesota Twins. 6-0 the final score tonight.

Arcand reacts to the Red Sox bats going quiet against former teammate Dustin May in the Red Sox 3-2 road trip opening loss in St.Louis. Hear from Red Sox manager Alex Cora as he meets with the media after the game. Callers react/vent about the Sox frustrating start to the season.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo sits down with Brewers Pitcher Shane Drohan to discuss his long journey to the big leagues, the high's and low's throughout his journey, and 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

Following the Red Sox series win over the Brewers, rookie Tyler Samaniego joined Will Flemming, Will Middlebrooks, and Lenny DiNardo about the feelings and thoughts running through his head while pitching in his major league debut.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): We have talked a lot on the podcast about Dustin Pedroia's Hall of Fame candidacy, going so far as to name our project 'Operation 1526'. Now, we may have found the ultimate voice in pushing Pedroia toward Cooperstown. Bradfo sits down with Brewers manager Pat Murphy to discuss and dissect why Pedroia's former college coach at Arizona State is adamant that the second baseman belongs in the Hall. Bradfo also catches up with one of Murphy's young pitchers, Brandon Sproat, who is living life with the Brewers after being a key part of the Freddy Peralta deal with the Mets. 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

Christian Arcand has the first reactions, and your phone calls, as the Red Sox pick up a badly-needed win vs. Milwaukee at Fenway Park tonight.

Red Sox got as big of a win as you can have in a team's 11th game of the season and Zack Kelly spoke afterwards to Will Flemming and Will Middlebrooks about picking up Garrett Crochet to hold the lead, how he worked on his pitching after not making the Opening Day roster, and what's Trevor Story's leadership is doing for the clubhouse.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo catches up with Brewers Pitcher Kyle Harrison to discuss his short time in Boston, how he changed as a pitcher in Worcester, and 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

Joe Weil has first reactions, analysis, Alex Cora sound, and your phone calls about Boston's 3-2 loss to Xander Bogaerts & the Padres.

Will Flemming and Will Middlebrooks spoke with Willson Contreras after his home run powered the Red Sox over the Padres in their home opener about how he felt after that home run, how the Fenway Park environment matches the other places he's played, and how the clubhouse didn't panic following their five-game losing streak.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): In the latest 2-Minute Grill, catches up with Red Sox rookie Roman Anthony regarding his evolution and how three weeks at the World Baseball Classic shaped 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

Christian Arcand has the first reactions and analysis after Boston's 9-2 loss to the Houston Astros tonight.

After the first win of 2026, Ceddanne Rafaela joined Will Flemming and Will Middlebrooks to talk about his RBI base hit to get the Red Sox scoring started and his mindset at the plate against the Reds.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo catches up with Red Sox Relievers Ryan Watson and Garrett Whitlock to discuss the life of a Rule 5 Pick in camp, making the team as a Rule 5 pick, and 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): Wrestler. Underdog. Starting third baseman. Meet Caleb Durbin, the player who all eyes in the baseball world will be on as he replaces Alex Bregman as the Red Sox's new presence at the Hot Corner. Bradfo sits down with Durbin to talk about his unique path, what it was like to hang up the wrestling singlet, how he overcame all kinds of odds and how he feels his current existence. It's the best look at a really good player. 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 Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow is back on the podcast, once again checking in during the final days of spring training with Bradfo. The guys talk about how the Sox got to this point, the path(s) chosen in the offseason, and any surprises that came about during these past few weeks in Fort Myers. It's an excellent look into how Breslow went about building his team, and how he views it with just a few days before the regular season.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Red Sox Outfielder Roman Anthony meets with the Boston media to discuss his experience in the WBC as he arrives back in Red Sox Spring Training 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): We have arrived at the championship game of the World Baseball Classic, with Team USA slated to face off with Venezuela. Bradfo is boots on the ground in Miami, allowing him to wax poetic about how awesome the scene has been and promises to be. Along the way, one player has made perhaps the greatest impression of all - Roman Anthony. Bradfo catches up with the Team USA outfielder while soliciting the perspectives of David Ross, Sean Casey and Adam Ottavino regarding Anthony. It's some of our favorites all in one very well-timed 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

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo sits down with Garrett Crochet to discuss his switch over to New Balance, why he chose New Balance, and 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): Bradfo caught up with Red Sox Pitcher and Team Italy's Closer Greg Weissert prior to the WBC to discuss how he landed on Team Italy, his role, 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): Bradfo catches up with Marcelo Mayer to discuss his confidence heading into this season, what role he expects to potentially have, and 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 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Masataka Yoshida has been on another planet during the World Baseball Classic and Gordo, Sammy, and Pat can't help but notice. Does this success mean anything for what Yoshida could do for the Sox in the 2026 season? Also, it might not be playoff baseball, but the WBC carries quite the energy from the players to the fans. And, we might need to start preparing for life without Romy Gonzalez as he gets another opinion on his shoulder injury. 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): 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