Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox's loss to the Padres on Sunday, some small mistakes that added up to cost the team two of three in San Diego, Kristian Campbell and Peyton Tolle's progress in Worcester, and more (0:20). Then, Brian recaps the Patriots' first game of the preseason, including some standout plays from rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson (59:35). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Sox (1:11:35). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with the news that the Red Sox and Roman Anthony have agreed to a major contract extension that will keep the rookie in Boston for years to come, and he examines other similar moves that Craig Breslow and the front office have made in recent years (0:20). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald's Andrew Callahan about the Patriots-Commanders joint practices, DeMario Douglas's strong camp, whether the offensive line will improve this season, TreVeyon Henderson's explosiveness, and whether the defense can be a top-10 unit in the NFL (22:50). Brian and Jamie end with an email about some pitchers that the Sox let get away in recent years (1:09:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by discussing the Red Sox's seven-game win streak, including their first two games against the Royals, two great starts from Garrett Crochet and Brayan Bello, and Trevor Story's offensive renaissance (0:20). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer's John Jastremski about the AFC East, diving into which teams will be better than expected, which will be worse, and which will make the playoffs (37:35). Brian and Jamie end by looking at some promising Red Sox futures bets, including their chances of winning the AL East (1:09:25). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: John Jastremski Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Boston superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox's sweep of the Astros, and they give their thoughts on the Sox's trade deadline (0:20). Then, Brian breaks down Lucas Giolito's and Walker Buehler's starts in the series, Roman Anthony's maturity at the plate, the pitch-tipping incident that cleared the benches on Saturday, and more (25:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call about Craig Breslow's job performance and how far this team can go this season (45:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench  Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian reacts to a quiet trade deadline for the Red Sox, which saw the team add pitchers Steven Matz and Dustin May, but miss out on other, better players (0:20). Then, he chats with Sox Prospects' Chris Hatfield about the deadline, the Red Sox's trades, why the Sox didn't make bigger moves, who might get called up to the majors as the season winds down, and more (22:20). Brian and Jamie offer up some final thoughts on the deadline and Craig Breslow's GM tenure (1:00:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Hatfield Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the first two games of the Red Sox-Twins series including some unbelievable hitting from Roman Anthony and Alex Bregman, a solid start from Lucas Giolito that had reason for concern, and the flaws that the team should address before the trade deadline. Then, Brian talks to The Boston Herald's Doug Kyed Pats training camp, Vrabel's command of the team versus previous coaching staffs, how Josh McDaniels plans to utilize Drake Maye's speed, Christian Gonzalez's leg injury, and more (29:00). Brian and Jamie end with their thoughts on ‘Happy Gilmore 2' (1:12:10) The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with some positive thoughts on the start of Patriots training camp (0:20). Then, Brian talks to Chad Finn about the Red Sox's win over the Dodgers on Sunday, Aroldis Chapman's injury amid a strong season, Jarren Duran's trade value, the wide-open American League, and more (14:00). Then, Brian takes a couple of calls before he and Jamie offer up some last thoughts on the Sox (1:10:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Finn Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with the Sports Hub's Tyler Miliken about the Red Sox's exciting extra-inning win over the Phillies on Wednesday, potential hitters they could add at the trade deadline, whether the Red Sox's rotation has enough left in the tank to get through the season, and more (0:15). Then, Brian and Jamie end with some talk on Patriots training camp, and the deaths of Ozzy Osbourne and Hulk Hogan (47:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tyler Miliken Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the first two games from the Red Sox–Phillies series, which featured some sloppy play and quiet bats from the Sox (0:30). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald's Zack Cox about the start of Patriots training camp, Stefon Diggs's progress back from knee surgery, and some Celtics notes from NBA summer league (24:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Sox's tough road trip (57:40). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian gives out his Sunday Thoughts on a tough stretch for the Red Sox against the National League's best teams, Craig Breslow's mindset heading toward the trade deadline, which Boston coach has the best situation, Scottie Scheffler's greatness at the Open Championship, and more (0:20). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call about the Red Sox's pitching rotation (44:35). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Sports Hub's Joe Murray about the MLB All-Star Game, Robert Kraft vs. Bill Belichick, how the Pats offense and defense will fare this upcoming season, who the team's most impactful rookie will be, and more (0:15). Brian then takes a listener call before he and Jamie offer some final thoughts on the MLB All-Star Game (1:04:25). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Joe Murray Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with CNN's John Berman about the Red Sox's first half of the season, and they give out their picks for the team's MVP, their most fun player, and predict some second-half surprises (0:35). Then, they discuss whether the Sox will make a splash at the trade deadline and if the Sox can make a serious postseason run (37:20). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the MLB Home Run Derby and NBA Summer league (56:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: John Berman Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox's 10-game win streak heading into the All-Star break, Brayan Bello's recent great starts, Roman Anthony's mature at-bats, and pitchers the Sox could target before the trade deadline (0:35). Then, Brian looks at the Red Sox's first two draft picks, pitchers Kyson Witherspoon and Marcus Phillips (57:15). Brian ends with a few listener calls before he and Jamie wrap up with some final thoughts on the Sox's win streak (1:01:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian unveils his top ten most intriguing figures in the Boston sports scene that includes players, coaches, and executives (0:45). Next, he and Jamie take a listener email and they discuss the list, including some honorable mentions (58:30).  The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Sox's impressive play against the Rockies, including an explosive offense and a masterful pitching performance from Brayan Bello (0:35). Then, he chats with CLNS Media's Adam Kaufman about the upcoming Patriots season, and they give out some bold predictions (27:30). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the Celtics' offseason (1:24:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Adam Kaufman Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the possibility of Damian Lillard coming to Boston, and how that would impact the Celtics (0:35). Then, he chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox's sweep of the Nationals, Trevor Story's hot bat, Aroldis Chapman's dominance, some areas of need that could be addressed at the trade deadline, and more (12:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the Red Sox's All-Star selections and the MLB All-Star Game (47:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sean Grande Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox's series against the Reds, which featured some promising developments in their two wins before a sloppy loss to wrap up the series on Wednesday (0:35). Then, Brian talks to the voice of the Celtics, Sean Grande, about the team's big offseason, what additional moves the team could make, Al Horford's decision and his place in Celtics history, as well as some thoughts on this year's Red Sox team (13:30). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on LeBron James's future, a potential Patriots trade target, some Sox thoughts, and more (1:14:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sean Grande Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer's Michael Pina about the start of NBA free agency, Luke Kornet leaving Boston to sign with San Antonio, the Celtics' recent draft picks, how competitive the C's will be in the East next year, and more (0:35). Then, Brian discusses the Bruins' free agent pickups so far this year, their draft picks, and a look back at the Brad Marchand trade to Florida (43:30). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the Celtics (56:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Michael Pina Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian shares his Sunday Thoughts, including the Celtics' big trades thus far, whether Jaylen Brown could be next, and which Celtics free agents could be back with the team (0:35). He also touches on the Bruins' draft and the reasons behind the Red Sox's slump (21:50). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and hit on some Tom Brady news and some summer nuptials (39:40). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Celtics' recent trades and how it will affect their strategy going into next season, before highlighting the team's first-round draft pick, Hugo Gonzalez (0:35). Then, he chats with Ian Cundall from Sox Prospects about a woeful West Coast trip for the Sox, who have now lost five games in a row, and what that means with the trade deadline approaching (13:30). Brian and Jamie then answer a listener call before some final thoughts on the Sox (1:10:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Mass Live's Brian Robb about the Celtics trading Jrue Holiday to Portland for Anfernee Simons and some draft picks (0:35). Then, they discuss who else could be on the move on the Celtics, Jayson Tatum's recovery, the intricacies of the NBA's luxury tax penalties, and more. Then, Brian tries to understand the raft of injuries that have plagued the NBA playoffs in recent years and the downsides of the luxury tax penalties (44:10). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and some final thoughts on the NBA's collective bargaining agreement (1:05:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Brian Robb Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Boston Globe's Chad Finn about the Red Sox-Giants series, how the Sox's defense probably cost them the series, how Boston's clubhouse has responded to the Rafael Devers trade, how the trade has been covered by the media, and more (0:35). Brian and Jamie end by touching on the Kevin Durant-to-Houston news, and some final thoughts on a frustrating Sox series (1:10:15). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Finn Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Red Sox's series win in Seattle this week, players' reaction to the Rafael Devers trade, Garrett Crochet's dominant outing on Wednesday, Walker Buehler's struggles, and more (0:35). Then, he chats with Jake Asman, the host of The Jake Asman Show, about the AFC East, which team has the best coach and best quarterback, which teams' stock is rising, which is falling, and who will win the division (28:30). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener emails about the Devers trade (1:13:55). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Jake Asman Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts by discussing Rafael Devers's introductory press conference in San Francisco, where he said he was willing to play wherever the Giants need him to play (0:45). Then, he chats with MassLive's Chris Cotillo about the trade, who deserves the most blame for the way things devolved, Craig Breslow's tenure, Fenway Sports Group's plan for the Red Sox, and more (17:15). Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie wrap up with some final thoughts on the trade and how it will affect the Sox going forward (56:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Cotillo Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian reacts to the shocking trade that sends Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox's sweep of the Yankees at Fenway this weekend, including some stellar pitching from the starting rotation (0:35). Then, he discusses some recent NBA trades, what that says about the trade market, and what it could mean for the Celtics' offseason plans (23:15). He then talks about Brad Marchand's incredible play in the Stanley Cup Finals (30:55). Finally, Brian and Jamie chat about a solid stretch of baseball for the Sox and what that could mean for the team this summer (33:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts with the news that Jaylen Brown underwent knee surgery earlier this week and what that means for the team's offseason plans (0:45). Then, he chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox's series win over the Rays this week, Roman Anthony's arrival in the big leagues, Marcelo Mayer's big game on Wednesday night, the upcoming Yankees–Red Sox series, and more (23:15). Brian ends with a listener call before he and Jamie chat about the NBA Finals (1:20:55). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Red Sox's series with the Rays, including Roman Anthony's MLB debut, a brutal extra innings loss on Monday, and a solid win on Tuesday (0:35). Then, he chats with Mass Live's Chris Mason about Patriots minicamp, the Josh McDaniels Offense, Marco Sturm's introductory press conference, and more (26:00). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the Sox and the NBA & NHL finals (1:03:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Masob Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox's series in New York, where the offense came alive and Boston took two out of three from the Yankees. Then, Brian chats with CLNS Media's Bobby Manning about the Celtics' offseason, and some potential trades the team could entertain to ease their payroll problems (20:30). Brian ends with some listener calls before he and Jamie offer some last thoughts on the Red Sox and top prospect Roman Anthony (1:01:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Bobby Manning Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Bruins' new head coach, Marco Sturm, and his résumé before getting to his list of the top five most disappointing Boston teams of the 2000s (0:35). Then, he chats with CBS Sports' Julian McWilliams about the Red Sox's baffling season, their woeful starting pitching, Kristian Campbell's struggles, and whether they have a shot at winning in the Bronx this weekend (31:15). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call about the Sox before discussing Brian's list from the top of the pod (1:18:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Julian McWilliams Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the brain drain happening with the Celtics as coaches and front office execs are poached by other NBA teams, and he gets into how the team must weather this next phase of Jayson Tatum's career (0:35). Then, he chats with MassLive's Mark Daniels about Patriots OTAs, Stefon Diggs's attendance, Drake Maye's leadership, the Patriots' winnable schedule, and more (24:10). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the College World Series and the NBA Finals (1:05:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Mark Daniels Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox's series win in Atlanta, including another dominant start from ace pitcher Garrett Crochet, a Trevor Story resurgence, and Craig Breslow's media session (0:35). Then, he chats with The Ringer's Justin Verrier about the Celtics' offseason, the future of Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum with the team, potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trades, and more (32:05). Brian and Jamie end with a couple listener calls (1:02:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Justin Verrier Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Red Sox after their disastrous series in Milwaukee, including Wilyer Abreu's slump, a lack of clutch hitting, and some more defensive mistakes (0:35). Then, Brian compares the OKC Thunder's current rise to the Celtics' run in the early 2020s (38:00). Brian and Jamie end by commiserating over the Red Sox's slump, and hit on the Stefon Diggs controversy (44:25). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian predicts who will be the five most popular athletes in Boston one year from now (0:35). Then, he talks to Boston Globe reporter Conor Ryan about the Bruins' offseason, potential free-agent targets, Don Sweeney's contract extension, and the team's head coaching search (25:30). Brian and Jamie wrap up with some thoughts on the Celtics' offseason and break down Brian's top-athletes list (1:03:35). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Conor Ryan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts by trying to make sense of the Red Sox's disappointing season thus far, including subpar starting pitching and a black hole at shortstop (0:35). Then, he commiserates with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the state of the team, why things haven't worked out as expected, and whether there are any potential fixes (16:55). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Red Sox (54:55). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts by discussing the crazy Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals between the Pacers and Knicks, before getting into the latest drama surrounding the Red Sox's pitching staff (0:35). Then, he chats with The Athletic's Chad Graff about some interesting questions surrounding the Patriots, including who their no. 2 wide receiver will be behind Stefon Diggs and how the carries will be broken up between Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson (26:40). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and talk about the Red Sox's issues (1:01:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Graff Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the latest Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson exposé that the New York Times published on Tuesday, including the news that the two may be engaged, before shifting to the Bruins, who extended GM Don Sweeney for two more seasons (0:35). Then, Brian speaks with the Boston Herald's Zack Cox about the end of the Celtics' season, the financial crunch that the team faces this offseason, and the potential trades they could make to lighten their payroll (25:10). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Belichick drama (57:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with some leftover thoughts on the Celtics, including Jaylen Brown's knee injury and whether this is the end of an era for this team (0:35). Then, he chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox's loss on Sunday, another bad start from Brayan Bello, Andrew Bailey's tenure as the pitching coach, when we might see Marcelo Mayer and Roman Anthony in the majors, and more (11:40). Brian ends with a couple of listener calls before he and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Sox (50:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Celtics' blowout loss in MSG, ending their season (0:35). Then, he chats with Spotrac's Keith Smith about the Celtics' future, which players could be on the move, how they team will fare without Jayson Tatum, and more (25:10). Brian ends with some listener calls and a recap of the Red Sox's loss to the Braves on Friday night (1:01:10).  The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Keith Smith  Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Jayson Tatum–less Celtics' blowout win over the Knicks on Wednesday night, including big games from Luke Kornet, Derrick White, and Jaylen Brown (0:35). He then touches on the Red Sox's woes after getting swept by Detroit (20:30)Then, he chats with The Ringer's John Jastremski about the Celtics-Knicks series and whether the Celtics can pull off the upset on Friday night to force a Game 7 in Boston (39:05). Brian ends with some listener calls before he and Jamie break down the Patriots' 2025-26 schedule (54:05). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: John Jastremski Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian and CLNS Media's Evan Valenti react to the Celtics' Game 4 loss to the Knicks, Jayson Tatum's serious-looking leg injury, and how the team moves forward if he misses a significant amount of time (0:35). Brian and Jamie end with some last thoughts on the Celtics, and their now regular Bill Belichick check-in (1:00:25). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Evan Valenti Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Celtics' dominant win over the Knicks on Saturday afternoon, including some much better shooting all around, Payton Pritchard's infectious energy, a great Derrick White game, and some effective adjustments from Joe Mazzulla (0:35). Then, Brian discusses the latest drama with Rafael Devers, including a face to face meeting with Sox owner, John Henry (32:35). Brian ends with some listener calls before he and Jamie offer up some last thoughts on the C's and the Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson saga (40:30).  The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices