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Weekly podcast hosted and produced by Garrett Haydon. Analysis, news and weekly interviews with guests talking about the local Boston sports teams and much more.

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    Sox Rebound In Atlanta + Patriots Offseason Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 51:32


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by discussing the Sox successful weekend in Atlanta, taking two out of three from the Braves thanks to some quality starting pitching and a couple of big hits by Trevor Story. He also talks about his thoughts on Roman Anthony being potentially called up soon and how he could help the team especially offensively. He then talks Patriots and gives his thoughts on a few offseason topics including Stefon Diggs and a few rookies that he expects to contribute right away. He also takes a moment to talk about David Andrews' retirement and what he meant to the Pats organization. He then gets to the Revolution and discusses their busy week on the road including a shutout victory in Montreal over the weekend that saw them push their unbeaten streak to nine games. Also this week: an offseason update on the Bruins as their coaching search may be coming to a conclusion, previews for both the NBA and Stanley Cup Finals including series predictions, a new Top Five and more!

    Sox Lose Bregman To Injury + Bruins, Celtics Offseason Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 59:55


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Red Sox who are coming off another disappointing homestand and are dealing with a lot of the same issues that have plagued them all season. He talks about how the injury to Alex Bregman will affect the team going forward as well as his thoughts about the defense. He then talks Bruins and discusses Jeremy Swayman's excellent performance at the World Championships and how it could be a springboard into next season. He also gives his thoughts on the B's giving a contract extension to general manager Don Sweeney. He then talks Patriots and gives some of his thoughts on last week's voluntary workouts and discusses his take on the wide receiver room and the offensive line. Also this week: offseason thoughts on the Celtics, an update on the Revolution as they continue their unbeaten streak, playoff updates from the NBA and NHL, and a new Top Five of movies Garrett has seen at the theater!

    Celtics Eliminated By Knicks + Sox Failing To Build Momentum + Pats Schedule Release

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 63:35


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by breaking down the Celtics elimination from the postseason at the hands of the Knicks and what went wrong in their second round series. He also discusses what could potentially be a franchise-altering off-season for the C's and which players could be most at risk. He then talks Red Sox who are coming off another disappointing series at Fenway despite a dramatic walk-off win on Saturday night. He talks about a team that may be in desperate need of a serious shake up as they approach the first third of the season. He then gets to the Patriots and looks at their schedule for the season and discusses how many games he thinks they should be able to win. Also this week: the Revolution continue their unbeaten streak thanks to a scoreless draw over the weekend, a quick offseason update on the Bruins who still are on the lookout for a new head coach, playoff updates from the NBA and NHL, and for this weeks Top Five, Garrett ranks his favorite non-major sports!

    Guest Friday #118-2025 WNBA Season Preview with Kyle Belanger

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 41:02


    On this week's Guest Friday, Kyle Belanger returns to the program to talk all things WNBA ahead of the league's 29th season! Kyle first talks about where the league is at as they enter a new season and why the latest expansion could be huge for the long-term growth of the league. He also touches on other topics as well including the New York Liberty's chances of a repeat, A'ja Wilson's dominance, the league competitive balance and much more!

    Celtics On The Brink + Red Sox First Base Conundrum

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 57:53


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by addressing the Celtics current situation in their playoff series against the Knicks and where they go from here considering Jayson Tatum's potentially serious injury. He discusses what has gone wrong for the team so far and what they can do to extend the series. He then gets to the Red Sox and addresses the current predicament the team is in as it pertains to Rafael Devers and the first base position. He talks about what may happen next and how the team still remains looking for an identity as they approach the first 50 games of the season. He also gets to the Revolution who have continued their unbeaten streak over the weekend thanks to some timely goal scoring from a few unexpected sources. Also this week: offseason updates on both the Bruins and the Patriots, playoff updates from the NBA and NHL, and a new summer-themed Top Five!

    C's-Knicks Series Preview + Sox Gloomy Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 53:18


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by previewing the Celtics second round series against the New York Knicks. He discusses what challenges the Knicks present and what they will try to do to slow down the C's. He also talks about which players he expects will step up the most and how many games the series may potentially go. He then talks Red Sox and details their frustrating weekend including losing Tristan Casas to a season-ending knee injury and the bullpen failing to hold multiple leads. He also gets to the Revolution who beat Toronto FC over the weekend to improve their winning streak to four games and continued their shutout streak as well. He talks about the team's change of identity in the last few seasons and how they seem to be adapting well to Caleb Porter's system. Also this week: an update on the Bruins ahead of the draft lottery, a few playoff updates in the NBA and NHL, and a new Star Wars-themed Top Five!

    2025 Patriots Draft Class Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 30:12


    On this episode, Garrett gets into a further breakdown of the Pats 2025 draft class including a few undrafted free agents that he believes are worth paying attention to. He also discusses where a few of the draft picks might fit in on the roster and whether they will have a chance to contribute right away. He also takes a look at the Patriots overall draft strategy and how it will potentially help them moving forward.

    Celtics Take Control In Orlando + Patriots Draft Recap + Sox Take Series In Cleveland

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 65:18


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by recapping the Celtics win in Game 4 of their first round series against the Magic and how they were match Orlando's intensity and physicality in a critical game. He also discusses the impact of Al Horford and Payton Pritchard in last night's win with both of them contributing on the defensive end. He then talks Patriots and gives his overall thoughts on the draft class and where certain players may fit into the team. He also talks about the wide receiver room and why he feels there could be some change in terms of personnel. He then gets to the Red Sox and talks about their successful start to the road trip in Cleveland thanks to an offensive explosion yesterday. He also talks about the starting rotation's improving health and how it could be helpful to the team moving forward. Also this week: thoughts on the Bruins head coaching search, an update on the Revolution as they picked up their third straight win over the weekend, leftover NFL draft thoughts, a new Top Five and much more!

    2025 NFL/Patriots First Round Draft Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 21:04


    On this special NFL Draft edition, Garrett reacts to the first round of the draft in the Green Bay last night! He initially discusses some thoughts about the NFL draft as a whole and how it has changed over the years. He then breaks down the Patriots selection of LSU offensive tackle Will Campbell with the fourth overall pick and what he will bring to the team. He also discusses what the Patriots may do with their other picks in the draft as well as looking at all the other first round picks last night.

    C's Take Game 1 + 2025 Patriots Draft Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 67:52


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by breaking down the Celtics Game One victory over the Magic on Sunday and which players helped key their second half turnaround. He also talks about what he expects from the team in Game Two and how they can take command of the series before it shifts to Orlando. He then talks Patriots and previews what he thinks they may do in the draft coming up this weekend. He talks about who he expects the team to select with the fourth overall pick on Thursday night and also discusses other positions they could address in other rounds and players they could target. He then gets to the Red Sox who may be turning a corner and potentially getting healthier. He discusses Brayan Bello making a return to the rotation this week as well as Trevor Story's hot start to the season. Also this week: a few thoughts on the Bruins as their season came to an end, the Revolution picking up their second consecutive win, playoff updates in the NBA and NHL, a Boston Marathon-themed Top Five, and more!

    Guest Friday #117-2025 NBA/Celtics Playoff Preview with Derek Welch

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 35:50


    On this week's Guest Friday, Derek Welch drops back in to preview the Celtics potentially long postseason run and the NBA playoffs as a whole. He and Garrett start by discussing the Celtics chances to repeat and key storylines heading into the postseason including Jaylen Brown's health and bench players who could get potential surprise minutes. They then preview the Celtics first round series against the Orlando Magic and how they expect the series to go. They also take a look at the other first round series around the NBA as well as thoughts on the Grizzlies and Nuggets letting go of their head coaches right before the playoffs.

    Sox Heading Backwards + Celtics Ready For Title Defense

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 71:18


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Red Sox and how the offense has once again gone missing and which players need to step up the most for them to get back on track. He also discusses the team needing to get more consistency from their pitching and defense as it has been slipping lately. He then talks Celtics and discusses his thoughts about their potentially long playoff run and why he believes they are more complete than last year's team. He also talks about his thoughts about Jaylen Brown's health going into the playoffs and which team he would prefer the C's to play in the first round. He then gets to the Bruins and discusses what went wrong for the team this season going into the final game of the regular season. He talks about why this will be a critical offseason for the team and why he believes David Pastrňák should be the next captain. Also this week: some Patriots thoughts a week before the draft, the Revolution getting a road win in Atlanta over the weekend, a quick look at the NBA playoffs, a new Top Five and much more!

    Guest Friday #116-2025 Masters Preview with Chris Burnes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 29:45


    On this week's Guest Friday, Chris Burnes makes a return to the podcast to preview the Masters as the tournament has gotten underway! Chris discusses some of the early favorites to win, key storylines coming into the tournament, and his favorite parts of the tournament. They also chat about the latest regarding PGA/LIV and whether a merge will ever happen as well as golfers with the most to prove this weekend, and more. Chris and Garrett finish off the episode discussing what their Masters Champions dinner would look like and what would be on their respective menus!

    Sox Bats Return + Celtics Prepare For Postseason

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 62:31


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Red Sox and discusses their exciting series over the weekend against the St. Louis Cardinals. He talks about the performance of Rafael Devers and how he seemed to break out of his season-opening slump on Sunday night. He then talks Celtics and how they are preparing for the playoffs as they approach their final week of the regular season. He discusses what to look for in the final four games of the season. He then gets to the Bruins who snapped their 10 game losing streak the other night and talks about why he has continued to be impressed with David Pastrňák this season. He also discusses some offseason thoughts as the B's will miss the playoffs for the first time in nine seasons. Also this week: thoughts on the Patriots trading Joe Milton and the upcoming draft, an update on the Revolution, a Men's and Women's Final Four update, a new Top Five and much more!

    Sox Bats Go Quiet In Texas + Pats Sign Diggs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 67:36


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Red Sox and details what went wrong for them in their season-opening series against the Rangers. He talks about the solid offensive performances of Wilyer Abreu and Kristian Campbell this weekend and why he's not overly worried about the struggles of Rafael Devers. He also talks Patriots and discusses the signing of Stefon Diggs and what his addition brings to the offense and why he should help open things up for other players. He then gets to the Celtics who are wrapping up their season-long road trip tonight in Memphis looking for their ninth straight win. He talks about the recent performances of Luke Kornet and Baylor Scheierman and why them playing with confidence is important for the team. Also this week: updates on the Bruins and the Revolution, who won their first game over the weekend, updates from Men's and Women's March Madness, a new video game-themed Top Five, and more!

    Guest Friday #115-2025 MLB Season Preview with Eric Belyea

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 33:03


    On this week's Guest Friday, Eric Belyea returns to the program to help preview the upcoming Major League Baseball season! Eric discusses some of the major storylines entering the season including whether the Dodgers can repeat as champions, can the Yankees still compete despite some major injuries, and more! Eric also talks about his thoughts on the Red Sox entering the season and why he expects them to be a playoff team. He also gives his playoff predictions and which division races will be the most exciting this season.

    2025 Red Sox Season Preview + Celtics Roadie Off To Great Start

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 63:19


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by previewing the Sox 2025 season and discusses what to expect from the team playing with high expectations for the first time in years. He also shares a few predictions about certain players and what he thinks the Red Sox record will be this season. He then gets to the Celtics and discusses their recent play and why he's been very impressed with the Celtics depth off the bench in the last few games. He also talks about the special season that Jayson Tatum is putting together that should have him more recognized around the league. He also talks about the importance of rest down the stretch as the C's finish out the rest of the regular season. He also talks Patriots and some of their continued free agent activity including a potential pursuit of Stefon Diggs. Also this week: updates on the Bruins and Revolution, an update on men's and women's March Madness, notes from around sports and a new Top Five!

    Patriots Fire Mayo + Celtics Too Comfortable + Bruins Must Regroup

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 69:08


    On this week's episode, Garrett returns from a hiatus to discuss the Pats firing of Jerod Mayo and what he believes led to his eventual dismissal. He also discusses Joe Milton's debut yesterday and which players stood out to him this season including Drake Maye. He then gets to the Celtics who have struggled to maintain their identity in recent weeks as their intensity level has seemingly dropped. He talks about why the final game of their road trip Tuesday night will be very important in terms of them getting back to where they want to be. He then talks Bruins who continue to have similar issues as they did prior to the coaching change such as goal scoring and special teams play. He also talks about how the next few weeks will be critical in terms of their playoff standing. Also this week: big offseason updates on both the Red Sox and the Revolution, a look at the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs, and a new Top Five of predictions for the local teams in 2025.

    Vrabel Presser Thoughts + Bruins Overwhelm Sharks + Celtics Dominate Warriors

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 55:38


    Guest Friday #108-NFL Playoff Update with Alex Campbell

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 34:20


    On this week's Guest Friday, Garrett welcomes Alex Campbell to the program to talk NFL Playoffs! They first recap the divisional round and what they noticed from each game. They also discuss what to expect from the conference championship games this weekend and give their score predictions. They spend the final couple minutes discussing the Patriots hiring of Josh McDaniels as their offensive coordinator.

    Patriots Building Coaching Staff + Celtics Win Finals Rematch + Bruins Scoring Returning?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 55:05


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by discussing the Patriots hiring of Josh McDaniels to be their "new" offensive coordinator and why he feels it will be a good thing for the team and Drake Maye's development. He also talks about other additions to the coaching staff including defensive coordinator and offensive line coach and why experience in coaching should help the team next season. He then gets to the Celtics who wrapped up another West Coast road trip over the weekend with an impressive win over the Mavericks in a NBA Finals rematch. He also talks about why the Celtics offensive performance on Saturday should be some thing that they look to replicate throughout the rest of the season. He also talks Bruins and discusses their recent games including the continued scoring surge from David Pastrňák and how it has affected his linemates in a positive way. He also talks about players that could potentially be traded if the team falls out of the playoff race. Also this week: an update on NFL championship weekend, notes from around sports, and a new music-themed Top Five!

    Sox Spring Training Update + Celtics Trounce Knicks Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 58:36


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Red Sox and what he has noticed through the first couple games of spring training. He talks about why some of the early progress for some players is a good sign for the team. He then talks Celtics who are coming off another impressive win over the Knicks thanks to the continued outstanding offensive play of Jayson Tatum. He also discusses the upcoming week for the C's including key matchups against some potential Eastern Conference playoff opponents. He also talks Bruins who appear to be waving the white flag on the season after some tough injury news regarding some players. He discusses what's next for the team as they approach the trade deadline. Also this week: a quick recap of the Revolution's first game of the season, a few Patriots thoughts, a final wrap up of the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game, and a new Top Five!

    2025 Bruins Trade Deadline Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 30:53


    On this Bruins trade deadline special, Garrett broadcasts live on Twitter his thoughts about the B's moves so far this week and what else they could be involved in prior to the 3 PM deadline. He breaks down the Bruins trades of Trent Frederic and Justin Brazeau and why he was impressed with the returns of both. He also discusses other players that could possibly be traded before the end of the day including Brandon Carlo and Brad Marchand. He then gives a brief outlook for what the offseason may look like.

    Bruins Tear It Down + Patriots Spend Big

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 69:52


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Bruins and details a few of their major moves at the trade deadline including the deal that sent captain Brad Marchand to the Florida Panthers. He discusses what's next for the franchise and why their direction may be up to the core players leftover on the team. He then gets to the Patriots and discusses their free agent activity yesterday including all the improvements made to the defense. He discusses the signings of Milton Williams and Harold Landry and talks about the impact of both players on the defense for next season. He then talks Celtics in the midst of a five-game winning streak and how they've been helped by some incredible bench performances in recent games including Sam Hauser's record-setting third quarter last night against the Jazz. Also this week: a spring training update on the Red Sox, another early season update on the Revolution who remain scoreless on the season, NFL free agency updates, and much more!

    Red Sox Season Approaching + Porzingis Returns For Celtics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 62:20


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Sox and details the latest regarding the health of their pitching staff and discusses why he is confident in the rotation's depth despite several injuries. He also talks about why he is excited for the season but also talks about how things could potentially come apart. He then gets to the Celtics and talks about things he noticed from their most recent games including Payton Pritchard's historic night in Brooklyn this weekend and how the team struggled against the Thunder last week. He also talks about the return of Kristaps Porziņģis and how it is important for him to get into rhythm before the playoffs. He then discusses a few more free agent signings by the Patriots last week and how they will factor in this season. Also this week: updates on the Bruins and the Revolution, notes from around sports and new Top Five!

    Guest Friday #114-2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship Preview with Sam Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 58:12


    On this special edition of Guest Friday, Sam Brown returns to the program to preview the NCAA men's basketball tournament and go through some of his bracket picks! Sam goes region by region and highlights key matchups and potential upsets. He also gives his Final Four picks and which team he thinks will ultimately cut down the nets in San Antonio.

    Guest Friday #114-2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship Preview with Sam Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 58:58


    On this special edition of Guest Friday, Sam Brown returns to the program to preview the NCAA men's basketball tournament and go through some of his bracket picks! Sam goes region by region and highlights key matchups and potential upsets. He also gives his Final Four picks and which team he thinks will ultimately cut down the nets in San Antonio.

    Red Sox Season Approaching + Porzingis Returns For Celtics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 63:06


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Sox and details the latest regarding the health of their pitching staff and discusses why he is confident in the rotation's depth despite several injuries. He also talks about why he is excited for the season but also talks about how things could potentially come apart. He then gets to the Celtics and talks about things he noticed from their most recent games including Payton Pritchard's historic night in Brooklyn this weekend and how the team struggled against the Thunder last week. He also talks about the return of Kristaps Porziņģis and how it is important for him to get into rhythm before the playoffs. He then discusses a few more free agent signings by the Patriots last week and how they will factor in this season. Also this week: updates on the Bruins and the Revolution, notes from around sports and new Top Five!

    Patriots Free Agency Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 30:11


    On this special edition episode, Garrett takes a closer look at the Patriots free agent activity from this past week. He takes a look at a couple of low profile signings and what they will bring to the team this season. He also discusses the Patriots recent departures and the leadership void that will have to be filled going forward. He also discusses expectations for the team at this point in the offseason as well as statistical looks at some of the higher profile free agent signings and more!

    Bruins Tear It Down + Patriots Spend Big

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 70:38


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Bruins and details a few of their major moves at the trade deadline including the deal that sent captain Brad Marchand to the Florida Panthers. He discusses what's next for the franchise and why their direction may be up to the core players leftover on the team. He then gets to the Patriots and discusses their free agent activity yesterday including all the improvements made to the defense. He discusses the signings of Milton Williams and Harold Landry and talks about the impact of both players on the defense for next season. He then talks Celtics in the midst of a five-game winning streak and how they've been helped by some incredible bench performances in recent games including Sam Hauser's record-setting third quarter last night against the Jazz. Also this week: a spring training update on the Red Sox, another early season update on the Revolution who remain scoreless on the season, NFL free agency updates, and much more!

    2025 Bruins Trade Deadline Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 31:38


    On this Bruins trade deadline special, Garrett broadcasts live on Twitter his thoughts about the B's moves so far this week and what else they could be involved in prior to the 3 PM deadline. He breaks down the Bruins trades of Trent Frederic and Justin Brazeau and why he was impressed with the returns of both. He also discusses other players that could possibly be traded before the end of the day including Brandon Carlo and Brad Marchand. He then gives a brief outlook for what the offseason may look like.

    Sox Shaping Up For Season + Celtics Depth Bounces Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 69:11


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Red Sox and the latest from spring training including injury updates on a couple of starting pitchers. He also discusses which players are off to a good starts including Trevor Story and Ceddanne Rafaela. He then gets to the Celtics who bounced back on Sunday afternoon with a solid win over the Denver Nuggets thanks to a vintage performance from Al Horford. He also talks about how the C's need to find a balance going forward in terms of locking up the 2nd seed and making sure they are staying rested and healthy. He then talks Bruins and discusses some players that could possibly be moving ahead of Friday's trade deadline. He also talks about the team's continued struggles and what to look for for the rest of the season. Also this week: thoughts on the Revolution after a disappointing home opener, some assorted Patriots free agency thoughts, notes from around sports, and a new movie-themed Top Five.

    Guest Friday #113-TGL Season Update with Ryan McNeill

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 29:02


    On this week's Guest Friday, Garrett is joined by Ryan McNeill once again who drops by to talk all things TGL (TMRW Golf League) in the midst of the inaugural season! Ryan first discusses how the league was created and how the game works differently from typical golf. He also talks about why he thinks the league will be sustainable long-term as well as some individual players who have impressed to this point in the season, and more! You can learn more about the game on their website here: https://tglgolf.com/ or you can watch matches on the ESPN family of networks.

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    Sox Spring Training Update + Celtics Trounce Knicks Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 59:21


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Red Sox and what he has noticed through the first couple games of spring training. He talks about why some of the early progress for some players is a good sign for the team. He then talks Celtics who are coming off another impressive win over the Knicks thanks to the continued outstanding offensive play of Jayson Tatum. He also discusses the upcoming week for the C's including key matchups against some potential Eastern Conference playoff opponents. He also talks Bruins who appear to be waving the white flag on the season after some tough injury news regarding some players. He discusses what's next for the team as they approach the trade deadline. Also this week: a quick recap of the Revolution's first game of the season, a few Patriots thoughts, a final wrap up of the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game, and a new Top Five!

    Guest Friday #112-2025 Revolution Season Preview with John Veneziano

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 25:06


    On this week's Guest Friday, John Veneziano returns to the program to talk all things Revolution as their season kicks off this weekend in Nashville! John discusses the massive roster overhaul this offseason and talks about what to expect from some of the new acquisitions. He also discusses where the Revs factor in to the playoff hunt in the Eastern Conference, what he expects from the team this season, and more!

    Red Sox Sign Bregman + Celtics All-Star Break Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 50:32


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Red Sox and discusses his thoughts about the signing of Alex Bregman and how it will impact the team. He talks about the many positives of the signing and how it feels like the offseason has a sense of completion at this point. He also discusses things to watch for as the Sox begin spring training games later this week. He then gets to some Celtics thoughts including the recent impressive play from Jayson Tatum and how he has been able to impact the game in multiple ways. He also talks about Payton Pritchard's season to this point and why he's been so impressed with his game this season. Also this week: thoughts on Charlie McAvoy and his performance for Team USA in the Four Nations Face-Off, some updates on the Patriots and the Revolution, notes from around sports and a new Top Five!

    Guest Friday #111-Celtics Midseason Report with Derek Welch

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 34:22


    On this week's Guest Friday, Derek Welch returns to the program to talk Celtics for the first time this season! Both he and Garrett discuss where the team is at the moment, right before the All-Star break as they've appeared to put their midseason malaise behind them. They chat about a number of different topics including Payton Pritchard, the Celtics-Heat rivalry and which teams could pose a problem in the postseason plus much much more!

    Bruins Limping Into Break + Celtics Dominate Knicks Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 57:09


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by talking Bruins as they have stumbled into the 4 Nations break dropping their last two games despite having a third period lead in both. He talks about why it's hard to maintain any confidence in the team going forward as it pertains to them qualifying for the playoffs. He then gets to the Celtics and discusses their impressive win over the Knicks in New York on Saturday night and why their aggressiveness paid off. He also talks about what to expect from the newly-signed Torrey Craig and what he can provide to the C's bench the rest of the season. He then briefly talks Red Sox and gives a few updates on the latest reports on Nolan Arenado and Alex Bregman as spring training approaches. Also this week: a recap of Super Bowl 59, notes from around sports and on this week's Top Five, Garrett ranks Super Bowl snacks!

    Guest Friday #110-Bruins Talk/4 Nations Face-Off Preview with Evan Marinofsky

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 37:38


    On this week's Guest Friday, Garrett welcomes Evan Marinofsky back to the program to talk Bruins and to preview the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off that kicks off next week in Montreal! Evan gets into a number of B's topics including what he thinks the team's direction will be at the trade deadline in a few weeks and whether he is optimistic or pessimistic about the team's potential playoff chances. They also chat about whether they think Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov can turn things around going into next season and which players could potentially be dealt at the deadline. They also talk about the 4 Nations tournament and which team they think may come out on top and some players that could be worth watching.

    Celtics Showdown In Cleveland + Bruins Struggling To Find Their Level

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 64:23


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by talking Celtics and previewing their matchup with the Cavaliers in Cleveland tonight that could end up being huge in terms of playoff positioning. He also talks about the importance of the Celtics keeping their level offensively and defensively consistently before the All-Star break as they try to maintain their winning streak. He then gets to the Bruins who are continuing to struggle to find their identity despite the outstanding recent play from David Pastrňák. He discusses the importance of the B's final three games before the break. He also talks Red Sox as spring training gets closer and what to look for in terms of position battles. He also discusses why the starting rotation could be major strength for the team this season. Also this week: a full preview of Super Bowl 59, thoughts from some major NBA trades over the weekend, and a new Celtics-themed Top Five.

    Guest Friday #109-Red Sox Offseason Update with Evan Greising

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 32:22


    On this week's Guest Friday, Garrett welcomes Evan Greising back to the program to give an update on the Red Sox offseason to this point. They chat about the recent rumors regarding Alex Bregman and whether he may sign with the Red Sox and whether he would be a good fit. Evan then gives his take on the Red Sox pitching acquisitions this offseason including Garrett Crochet coming over from the White Sox in a trade and the free agent signing of Walker Buehler. They also talk about what to expect from the Sox young prospects this season as spring training is fast approaching and which returning players will have the biggest impact in 2025.

    Patriots Building Coaching Staff + Celtics Win Finals Rematch + Bruins Scoring Returning?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 55:51


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by discussing the Patriots hiring of Josh McDaniels to be their "new" offensive coordinator and why he feels it will be a good thing for the team and Drake Maye's development. He also talks about other additions to the coaching staff including defensive coordinator and offensive line coach and why experience in coaching should help the team next season. He then gets to the Celtics who wrapped up another West Coast road trip over the weekend with an impressive win over the Mavericks in a NBA Finals rematch. He also talks about why the Celtics offensive performance on Saturday should be some thing that they look to replicate throughout the rest of the season. He also talks Bruins and discusses their recent games including the continued scoring surge from David Pastrňák and how it has affected his linemates in a positive way. He also talks about players that could potentially be traded if the team falls out of the playoff race. Also this week: an update on NFL championship weekend, notes from around sports, and a new music-themed Top Five!

    Guest Friday #108-NFL Playoff Update with Alex Campbell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 35:05


    On this week's Guest Friday, Garrett welcomes Alex Campbell to the program to talk NFL Playoffs! They first recap the divisional round and what they noticed from each game. They also discuss what to expect from the conference championship games this weekend and give their score predictions. They spend the final couple minutes discussing the Patriots hiring of Josh McDaniels as their offensive coordinator.

    Vrabel Presser Thoughts + Bruins Overwhelm Sharks + Celtics Dominate Warriors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 56:23


    On this week's episode, Garrett gets to some leftover thoughts from Mike Vrabel's introductory press conference last week and why he is excited for him to get started as Patriots head coach. He also talks about how the team needs to focus on building a more sustained culture and why that will be important moving forward into a critical offseason. He then gets to the Bruins and discusses what he noticed from attending yesterday's game against the Sharks including the play of Mason Lohrei and Matthew Poitras. He also talks about the potential return of a key player that could help maintain their recent run of solid play. He also talks Celtics and discusses how they were able to bounce back from another disappointing loss by crushing the Warriors yesterday on the road in the first game of a four-game trip. He also talks about the team flying under the radar and how they can use that to their advantage the rest of the season. Also this week: a quick NFL playoffs update, notes from around the major sports, and a new Top Five!

    Guest Friday #107-College Football Playoff Update with Chris Burnes and Ryan McNeill

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 30:26


    On this week's Guest Friday, Garrett welcomes back Chris and Ryan to the program to help preview the College Football Playoff National Championship Game next Monday night between Notre Dame and Ohio State. They chat about their overall thoughts about the first edition of the 12-team playoff and what changes they would like to see to the format. They then talk about what a championship would mean to each of the schools and which team they think is most likely to win. Then Ryan gives his take about the current state of the SEC and how he thinks recruiting has changed in recent years. They also chat about Bill Belichick's switch to college football and other topics.

    Vrabel Hired By Patriots + Celtics Survive + Bruins Snap Losing Streak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 55:03


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts by discussing the Patriots hiring of former linebacker Mike Vrabel to be their next head coach. He talks about his opinion of the hiring process and what he expects Vrabel to bring to the organization including other coaches and front office personnel. He then gets to the Celtics and discusses their narrow victory over the Pelicans last night and why the performance of their bench was so important. He also talks about some of their upcoming games and which ones might be the most challenging including matchups with the Magic and Warriors. He then talks Bruins and how they were able to snap their six-game losing streak in Florida on Saturday. He discusses why David Pastrňák's recent scoring surge may help the team find more offensive consistency. Also this week: an NFL Playoff update, league notes and a new listener-inspired Top Five!

    2025 Mailbag

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 48:56


    The Mailbag returns! Garrett answers questions from the listeners and a few friends of the program. He answers questions ranging from the Patriots coaching search to the Celtics potential options at the trade deadline. He also answers a few questions about the Red Sox and Bruins as well as a few NBA topics!

    Patriots Fire Mayo + Celtics Too Comfortable + Bruins Must Regroup

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 69:53


    On this week's episode, Garrett returns from a hiatus to discuss the Pats firing of Jerod Mayo and what he believes led to his eventual dismissal. He also discusses Joe Milton's debut yesterday and which players stood out to him this season including Drake Maye. He then gets to the Celtics who have struggled to maintain their identity in recent weeks as their intensity level has seemingly dropped. He talks about why the final game of their road trip Tuesday night will be very important in terms of them getting back to where they want to be. He then talks Bruins who continue to have similar issues as they did prior to the coaching change such as goal scoring and special teams play. He also talks about how the next few weeks will be critical in terms of their playoff standing. Also this week: big offseason updates on both the Red Sox and the Revolution, a look at the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs, and a new Top Five of predictions for the local teams in 2025.

    Bruins Win Streak Snapped + Pats Prepare For Cardinals + Sox Offseason Off To Rocky Start

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 70:29


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Bruins and discusses their ugly loss to the Winnipeg Jets last night and what they can do to try to rebound from it. He talks about where the team is at after 10 games with a new coach and discusses who the Bruins need more from if they are going to continue to be successful. He then gets to the Patriots and talks about how he expects Sunday's game to go against the Cardinals and why he thinks it could be a high-scoring game. He also talks about how the team can try to use the final four games of the season as a springboard into the offseason. He then talks Red Sox as the offseason starts to heat up and how they cannot afford to lose out on key free agents like they did last season. He also talks about which players they could target to improve the team. Also this week: an update on the Celtics as they get some much-needed time off, an offseason update on the Revolution, an NFL Week 14 recap, plus so much more including a new Top Five.

    Patriots Stumble Into Bye + Bruins Continue Building + Celtics Respond Against Heat

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 63:01


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Patriots and how they came up short in a close loss yet again, this time to the Colts. He also evaluates where the team is at at their bye week and how it will be interesting to see how they finish the season. He then gets to the Bruins as they continue to play inspired hockey following the coaching change. He also talks about how the defense has been much better lately and how it's contributed to them winning. He then talks Celtics and discusses Payton Pritchard's recent run of spectacular play including his performance on Monday night against the Heat. He also discusses the amount of rest the team will get next week despite not advancing in the NBA Cup. Also this week: thoughts on the first Red Sox signing of the offseason, an NFL Week 13 recap, and a brand-new Christmas-themed Top Five!

    Bruins Show Improvement + KP Returns For Celtics + Patriots Embarrassed In Miami

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 66:52


    On this week's episode, Garrett starts with the Bruins and talks about some of the improvements to their game since the Montgomery firing last week. He also discusses the B's continued scoring struggles and how they could improve given their upcoming schedule. He then talks Celtics and the surprise return of Kristaps Porziņģis who helped the Celtics to a dominant win on Monday night. He discusses how his return will help the team both offensively and defensively. He then gets to the Patriots and discusses another frustrating loss and how almost nothing went right against the Dolphins. He also talks about what to expect as the Patriots matchup with the Colts this weekend. Also this week: Garrett gives offseason updates on both the Red Sox and the Revolution, an NFL Week 12 recap, NBA and NHL notes, and a Thanksgiving-themed Top Five.

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