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From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): What was supposed to be a celebratory weekend turned dreary as Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to the STUNNING trade of Rafael Devers to the Giants. Where were things lost between Devers and the Red Sox and why did they decide to make the deal with San Francisco now? Also, the return on the deal does bring a sense of optimism either to fans and causes some flashbacks to the package for Mookie Betts. And, Rob Bradford joins to give his thoughts on the wild day and has all eyes now on the Sox players in that clubhouse as they embark on their west coast road trip. 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): Kyle Harrison. Jordan Hicks. James Tibbs. Jose Bello. All names that will forever be linked to Rafael Devers thanks to the San Francisco Giants dealing the four to the Red Sox in the blockbuster of the year. Fortunately, we have Sam Dykstra of MLB Pipeline to tell us the what's what when it comes to these players, with a particular emphasis on Tibbs, the 13th overall pick in last year's MLB Draft. 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

Rob Bradford reacts to the breaking news of the Devers trade and allows callers to vent about the organization.

Hour 1 - Arcand reacts in real time to the Devers trade. He is joined by Rob Bradford to try and understand this trade.

Red Sox starter Brayan Bello joins Will Flemming and Sean McDonough in the booth following the Red Sox 2-0 shutout win to sweep the Yankees at Fenway Park.

Off a stellar start in a Red Sox walk-off, Garrett Crochet joined Will Flemming and Sean McDonough about motoring through his outing, his mindset after giving up the game-tying home run to Aaron Judge in the 9th, and his first taste of Red Sox-Yankees at Fenway Park.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo catches up with Roman Anthony's parents to discuss his journey to the big leagues, their reactions to his call up, youth baseball stories, 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 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): The moment is here for Gordo, Sammy, and Pat to give Marcelo Mayer his gift now that he is a part of the Boston Red Sox. After sharing his thoughts on his good friend and fellow prospect Roman Anthony getting called up, hear Mayer's reaction to receiving something to help him fit in around the city of Boston. Then, Gordo and Sammy preview the upcoming weekend series with the Yankees and how Mayer and Anthony should be deployed with New York starting lefties out on the mound. 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

On this episode of She's Got Next with Jordan Robinson, Jordan is joined by the Commissioner of the new Athlete's Unlimited Softball League, Kim Ng. They talk about Kim's path to being commissioner and how excited she is for the inaugural professional softball league to start. Jordan then updates you on the business of women's sports with a flashback to a friend of the program doing big things!

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Lucas Giolito always represents what Baseball Isn't Boring is all about when he appears on the podcast. Entertaining. Informative. Insightful. And this appearance is no exception, with the Red Sox starter offering a unique perspective of the five-day journey that took him from one of the worst starts of his career to a really good one. (There is also, of course, some good movie talk.) Bradfo also catches up with Jake Mangum of the Rays to talk podcasting and college baseball, two subjects he is uniquely positioned to talk about. Good times. 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): The Farm Director who helped guide Roman Anthony's journey, Brian Abraham sits down with Bradfo to discuss Roman's journey, what took them so long to call him up, 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

Following the Red Sox 4-3 series-clinching win over the Rays, Marcelo Mayer spoke with Will Flemming and Will Middlebrooks about hitting his first two home runs at Fenway Park and shows love to the Sox system and development for being well-prepared on a night like this.

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are thrilled to see Roman Anthony finally up in the big leagues and contribute in his second game in right field. What are the vibes now surrounding the Red Sox with a 1-1 record in their home series with the Rays? Also, how much playing time should Roman get along with Marcelo Mayer when it comes to matchups? Then, the guys get heated when talking about which outfielder might be on the cutting room floor and Jarren Duran potentially being the guy that gets traded. 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 Wills spoke with Greg Weissert after he locked down the save for the Red Sox in their 3-1 win over the Rays about coming in at a different time with closer Aroldis Chapman out for the night and the energy surrounding the Sox since Roman Anthony made his debut.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The No. 1 prospect in baseball is officially a major leaguer, and Baseball Isn't Boring has boots on the ground to capture the spirit of the thing. Bradfo delivers on the big day, not only catching up with Roman Anthony, but also getting valuable insight from a player who lived the life as a No. 1 prospect (Junior Caminero), the manager who promoted that player (Kevin Cash), Anthony's best friend on the Red Sox (Marcelo Mayer) and the farm director who helped guide Anthony's journey (Brian Abraham). It's a big podcast on a big day. 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 positive pod for the first time in some weeks from Gordo, Sammy, and Pat after the Red Sox took two out of three in Yankee Stadium. Have the Sox brought back all the doubters or do they need to win more to instill confidence? Then, Hunter Dobbins decided to insert himself into the historic rivalry with his comments about the Yankees before he even threw a pitch, so no harm no foul. And, with another blow up from Walker Buehler, is there something wrong with Andrew Bailey and the pitching philosophy or is everything on Craig Breslow? 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

Romy Gonzalez joins Will Flemming, Will Middlebrooks, and Lou Merloni after the Red Sox got a much needed victory against the Yankees.

On this episode of She's Got Next With Jordan Robinson, Jordan chats with 2x WNBA Champion and LA Sparks Guard, Kelsey Plum. Her and the former #1 overall pick chat about the start to the Sparks' season, some hilarious teammate stories and how Women's Sports as a whole is progressing forward. Jordan also gives you an overall Women's Sports update and introduces a news segment called "Tea Time."

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo and Sammy are joined by 2004 World Series Champion and MLB Network/NESN analyst Kevin Millar to talk all the issues surrounding the Red Sox. How would Millar handle the situation involving Rafael Devers and playing first base? Also, Millar explains how the human nature of baseball is getting kind of lost as teams may not have the strongest bond like the idiots from 2004. And, Millar goes into how much value Roman Anthony would bring if he were with the Red Sox now rather than later. 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 'The Boone Podcast' (subscribe here): In this segment, Rob Bradford breaks down what exactly happened with the Red Sox and Rafael Devers, how both sides messed up, 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

After playing hero with his third home run of the series against the Angels, including the walk-off winner, Ceddanne Rafaela spoke with Will Flemming and Will Middlebrooks about his home run just getting out, how his approach changed during his hot streak, and if the team can carry this momentum into their series in the Bronx.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Red Sox Injured First Baseman Triston Casas catches up with the Boston media to discuss the latest regarding his injury, his diagnosis, his recovery, and his timeline to return to the field 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): Another day, another disappointing way for the Red Sox to lose one-run games. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat share their frustrations on why the same mistakes and errors keep getting made. Also, wondering if its time to throw in the white flag on the 2025 season this early. And, reports of the Padres potentially having interest in Jarren Duran seemingly could make him the odd outfielder out. Would this be the right trade for the Sox to make? 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): The full crew is back together as Gordo, Sammy, and Pat come off the heels of a Red Sox series win down on the road over the Braves. With May in the past and June off to a good start thanks to the "pig" Garrett Crochet, have the negative vibes surrounding the Sox changed or turned more positive? Also, Trevor Story looked like a completely different player in Atlanta, but it might not be time yet to say his struggles are fully gone. And, Craig Breslow continues to be in the cross hairs with Roman Anthony still in Worcester and his not-so-ringing endorsement of Alex Cora. 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

On this episode of She's Got Next, Jordan Robinson is joined by Rachel Axon from the Sports Business Journal to talk all women's sports, but in particular "The Greatest Show On Dirt."

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo and Pat couldn't see things getting any worse for the Red Sox than they have been, but getting swept by the Brewers the way they did is a brand new low. Is there any upside to what may be the most tumultuous time in recent Red Sox history? Then, it should be pretty obvious that Roman Anthony is a solution, but not everyone within the organization seems to be thinking that way. And, the struggles seem to circle around Rafael Devers not playing in the field while Ceddanne Rafaela and Trevor Story's upsides could determine who gets to play shortstop. 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): Fresh off being drafted by the Red Sox last summer, D'Angelo Ortiz joined the guys during the spring to discuss his journey towards becoming a major leaguer just like his dad. Ortiz also talks about growing up alongside Big Papi and his many great moments in the Boston spotlight. Then, hear from Gordo and Pat react to their interview from Spring Training and wonder what will Ortiz's nickname will be if/when he climbs up the prospect ranks. 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 after contemplating retirement, Rob Refnsyder is turning in perhaps his best season, living with an OPS of over .900 for the Red Sox. The 34-year-old sits down with Bradfo to talk about the lessons learned that led him to this place. It is a rare example of how experience and skill intersect to allow for this sort of 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 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Things have taken a drastic turn for the worse as Gordo and Pat give their thoughts on more lackluster efforts from the Red Sox lineup. Is the season completely lost now that Alex Bregman will make the lack of scoring even more hard or could Roman Anthony save anything with a much-needed call-up? Then, Ceddanne Rafaela and Trevor Story have provided glaring holes in the lineup that make the future in Boston pretty dim. And, lost in all of the struggles was the promotion and debut of Marcelo Mayer who picked up his first major league hits. 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): While the vast majority of baseball fans are everything that is right with the game, there are a few who represent all that is wrong. That was highlighted once again this past week with threats made to Red Sox reliever Liam Henriks. Hendriks joined Bradfo and the Boston media to explain the dynamic of how some fans feel brazen enough to send threats to him via social media and why that dynamic is only getting worse. 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): Even though the Red Sox fell in their series finale to the Mets, they still came away with a series victory at home with some stellar moments. Gordo and Sammy go through everything that happened at Fenway including a mostly lockdown bullpen that shut down a high-powered New York lineup. Also, how much accountability does Walker Buehler need to take for his ejection? Then, Alex Cora does bring up good points when discussing pulling Garrett Crochet early even if you disagree with it. And, Liam Hendriks may be unhappy with his lack of a role, but the Aussie is going to have to earn 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): In this day of short attention spans and endless options, what is the best way to create, distribute and consume entertainment? It's a topic that is perfectly suited for Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito, who not only has lived his whole life in the world of baseball entertainment but also is part of a family whose roots are in the entertainment industry. Giolito is back with Bradfo to talk baseball broadcasts, sitcoms, movies and everything else that finds itself in the evolution of the entertainment industry. 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 Sammy get the opportunity to talk with Red Sox rising star Carlos Narvaez and ask him about his time in Boston so far. What was going through the catcher's mind when he was traded from the Yankees to the other side of the rivalry? Also, Narvaez has been on a big hot streak, but would rather focus on his relationships with his pitchers. And, the answer to the question that everyone has been looking for: what nickname does he go by and does he like it to be The Narv? 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

Red Sox catcher Carlos Narvaez spoke to Will Flemming and Mike Monaco following a 3-1 win for Boston over the New York Mets about celebrating withy Ramon Vazquez who won in place of Alex Cora and his communication with Justin Wilson and Aroldis Chapman during some crucial at-bats.

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Even though Rafael Devers brought the energy up with his first walk off home run, that was quickly flattened with another series loss to the Braves. Gordo and Sammy react to what the issue in this series was and if fans should start changing their expectations for the rest of the season. Also, Brayan Bello struggled once again and raises concerns for the starting rotation depth behind Garrett Crochet. And, with Kristian Campbell putting in work at first base, is it inevitable that Marcelo Mayer will be that missing piece and if so, where should he 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

After a thrilling walk-off victory from the Red Sox over the Braves 7-6, Alex Bregman speaks to Will Flemming and Lenny DiNardo about his teammate Rafael Devers being a badass following his first walk-off home run. Also, Bregman praises the entire squad for a team effort and is thrilled to be part of on the home side of a walk-off big fly win at Fenway.

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo and Sammy seem ready to make some changes after another rough series that saw the Red Sox get swept by the Tigers in Detroit. Who may be on the outside looking in when it comes to bullpen rearrangements? Also, time for Trevor Story to turn things around is running out while the outfield might need to be moved around despite a hot Ceddanne Rafaela and the ultimate leadoff guy Jarren Druan. And, whether the injury is real or not, Tanner Houck needs to value the time he has not in the starting rotation. 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

Jordan Robinson kicks off the inaugural episode of 'She Got Next' by diving into the upcoming WNBA seasons with Washington Mystic's Aaliyah Edwards, and then welcomes on Christina Williams of Girls Talk Sports TV to go around the league and touch on the Association's most compelling storylines

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): If there is one person with a great perspective on all the elements of the Rafael Devers drama it is former Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell. The MLB Network analyst joins Bradfo to give his thoughts on Devers' approach, Devers' mindset and Devers' lot in life, having experienced similar situations - both personally and with teammates - in the past. Lowell also explains how his former teammate, Red Sox manager Alex Cora, is uniquely qualified to handle the chaos. 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): The newest star of the Red Sox starting rotation Hunter Dobbins sat down with Gordo and Sammy to talk about life as a major leaguer and explain what exactly a "splinker" pitch is. Dobbins also discusses how Dr. Pepper became infused into his pregame routine and how he ranks among the best golfers in the Sox clubhouse. Also, Pat joins in post-interview to debate how the meteoric rise of Dobbins came out of nowhere. 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): When Joe Ryan joined the podcast to take us behind the scenes of his viral 30-inch sweeper, Greg Weissert was paying attention. The Red Sox reliever joined Bradfo to give his thoughts on having one of the best horizontal breaks in baseball and why it is sometimes better than other times. 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): Rafael Devers created quite a stir heading into Kansas City, but a series victory over the Royals seems to have calmed things down momentarily. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat detail the dominant starting pitching from Hunter Dobbins, Garrett Crochet, and especially Lucas Giolito over the weekend. Then, John Henry caused even more of a stir by flying out to meet personally with Rafael Devers following his controversial comments. Where does the situation of Devers potentially playing first base go from here? And, Ceddanne Rafaela going off-script seems to be causing a little riff within the Red Sox dugout. 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): No celebrating a series win for the Red Sox over the Rangers as Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to Rafael Devers again refuting the idea of playing first base. How much worse did Devers make the situation by calling out Craig Breslow for wanting him to change positions again? Also, Devers did no favors with the comments he made, but Breslow and Alex Cora aren't necessarily off the hook from what has happened from last offseason to now. And, an unexpected appearance from MassLive's Chris Cotillo to share his thoughts on how this dilemma carries out the rest of the 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

After recording the final 6 outs in a 5-0 Red Sox win over the Rangers, Liam Hendriks spoke with Will Flemming and Lenny DiNardo to talk about how he is still working back to his natural form, the team rallying over the last two days, and Ceddanne Rafaela's crazy grab behind him.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): With the injury to Triston Casas, the Red Sox are looking for a new first baseman. The player they are giving the first shot to is Romy Gonzalez, who is finally free from injuries and ready to show his unique skillset. Bradfo catches up with Romy to talk about his opportunity, with the conversation being introduced by manager Alex Cora's take on the 28-year-old. 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 Texas Rangers have had enough of Wilyer Abreu who hit two more home runs and helped the Red Sox to a 6-4 win at Fenway. He joined Will Flemming and Lenny DiNardo after the game to discuss his prolonged success against Texas and what kind of spark Alex Bregman has been all season long.

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Red Sox top prospect Marcelo Mayer joined Gordo, Sammy, and Pat earlier this spring for another wide-ranging conversation as Mayer gets closer to making the big league club. What were his thoughts on being mentored all spring by new acquisition Alex Bregman? Also, the guys also ask Marcelo the next gift they should get him when he gets called up to Boston. And, projecting dates for when Mayer will finally get the call to join the Red Sox. 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 always love to talk to MLB pitching coaches. It's one of the most unique jobs in the sport and always elicits some of the best conversation. All of it was put on display once again when Bradfo sits down with Red Sox pitching coach Andrew Bailey to talk about the job, the evolution of pitching and how in the world Aroldis Chapman can still throw so hard. 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 was a rough weekend for the Red Sox as they not only lost their series at Fenway to the Twins, but also lost Triston Casas for seemingly the season and maybe longer. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat give their takes on how the Sox should address their new need at first base for both the short and long term. Then, the most recent stretch of losses have been when the Sox have had the lead, but what is the balance between the lack of offense and Garrett Whitlock among others not locking things down? And, the guys agree that fans need to get realistic about Luis Guerrero and the role he has for the 2025 Red Sox specifically. 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

In another limited opportunity, David Hamilton came through with his speed and his bat and spoke with Will Flemming and Mike Monaco after the Red Sox win over the Twins 6-1 to talk about his reaction to the tough Triston Casas injury and how the team created an avalanche of stolen bases.

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat haven't been this livid about the Red Sox post-series all year until back-to-back winnable games in Toronto soured everything. What's got the guys the angriest from a 6-0 blown lead to Alex Cora's choice not to walk Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? Then, the lack of consistency in the lineup seems to highlight Trevor Story as the culprit where the idea of him getting pinch hit for comes up. And, there were some good things to take from the series including great starts from a returning Lucas Giolito and Tanner Houck. 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