MassLive.com beat reporter Chris Cotillo will be joined by guests from around Major League Baseball to break down the latest news, notes, rumors and opinions surrounding the Boston Red Sox.
On this episode, co-host Chris Cotillo returns and joins Sean McAdam to catch up on what has happened in the world of the Red Sox over the last couple weeks. The writers do another pulse check on the Sox with three weeks left in the season, plus have a long discussion about Rafael Devers' media practices and leadership. Also, they discuss what to expect from the Netflix series that's following the team and has run into budget issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sirius/XM host Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo is our guest this week. Chris looks at the second-half collapse of the Red Sox, the prospects for the Mets and Yankees in October, weighs in on the MVP races and offers his predictions for the upcoming NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a mailbag edition, aided by Lauren Campbell, we get to your questions about Rafael Devers' leadership, the team's sloppy defense, and what the Red Sox might do to add a quality starting pitcher over the winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Author Erik Sherman joins co-host Sean McAdam to discuss his new book project with Dwight Evans. Sherman reveals how Evans overcame personal tragedies to forge a great career with the Red Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Red Sox done after losing five in a row to start a key homestand? It's a question co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam try to answer. The writers discuss what has gone wrong in the second half for the Red Sox, whose to blame for the struggles and if there's any way the club can get itself back into real contention. Cotillo and McAdam also talk about a massive offseason that looms for Craig Breslow and how much of a role Alex Cora has played in his team's second-half struggles in recent years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-host Sean McAdam welcomes MassLIve's Chris Smith, who takes a look at the Big Three moving up to Worcester, a guess at when they might make their major league debuts and a checkup on the rest of the Red Sox' minor league system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the ongoing five-alarm fire that is the Red Sox' bullpen in the second half on this new episode. The writers talk about if the Red Sox' chances are dwindling as much as playoff odds suggest, plus Masataka Yoshida's prolonged hot streak and the early returns on Triston Casas after he got back in the lineup over the weekend in Baltimore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with a fresh mailbag episode with the Red Sox in Baltimore. The writers start by discussing the news that Triston Casas will return to the lineup Friday and Rich Hill is signing a minor league deal with Boston before emptying the Insider Text mailbag, which includes 20+ questions about the Red Sox. Cotillo and McAdam talk about how the roster might look different in the coming days, second-half pitching woes and more. To be able to submit questions for future mailbags, text JOIN to (617) 751-6257, then simply click the link and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the first episode of the week, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam have a lengthy discussion about Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran being suspended two games for using a homophobic slur and the implications of the incident. The writers talk about Duran's apology and what's next for the Red Sox in dealing with him. Also, they cover James Paxton's calf injury and the news that Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer and Kyle Teel were all promoted to Triple-A Worcester over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Host Chris Cotillo is joined by Red Sox first-round draft pick Braden Montgomery, who is settling into life as a pro in Fort Myers. Montgomery talks about early impressions of the Red Sox organization, where he stands with his recovery from a broken ankle, his relationships with Marcelo Mayer and Bobby Witt Jr. and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam (live from Kansas City) recap the first four days of an important Red Sox road trip with their takeaways. The writers also weigh in on Triston Casas' confusing comments about his road to recovery from Friday, the looming Vaughn Grissom decision and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Host Chris Cotillo hit the road Friday to check in with rehabbing first baseman Triston Casas and trade acquisition Quinn Priester at Polar Park in Worcester. Casas provides an update on how things are progressing with his ribcage injury and Priester talks about the trade that sent him from the Pirates to the Red Sox for Nick Yorke earlier this week, the adjustments he'll make in his new organization and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this trade deadline edition of the podcast, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the five deals Craig Breslow made to try to improve the Red Sox. The hosts discuss why Boston didn't do more, grade Breslow on his first deadline running the team, talk about how Boston's haul compared to other American League contenders and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with a fresh mailbag episode ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline. The writers start by analyzing Friday's James Paxton trade before emptying the Insider Text mailbag, which includes 30+ questions about what the Red Sox could do in the next few days. Cotillo and McAdam identify trade targets and possibilities and discuss exactly what the Red Sox are thinking at this crucial time of year. To be able to submit questions for future mailbags, text JOIN to (617) 751-6257, then simply click the link and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's an emergency version of the Fenway Rundown as co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the surprising news Alex Cora has signed a three-year extension with the Red Sox. The writers discuss why the news was so shocking, what it means about Cora's career and the organization moving forward and why the deal got done now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by Red Sox draft pick Shea Sprague, a Hanover, Mass. native (and BC High) alum who the club picked in the 13th round. Sprague talks about the chance to play professionally for his hometown team, his favorite memories from going to Fenway Park as a kid, expectations for his pro career and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back from the All-Star break with plenty of thoughts about where the Red Sox (who are 11 games over .500) stand heading into a big series in Los Angeles to open the second half. The writers discuss Boston's trade deadline, discuss fits and targets and what will likely happen before July 30. Cotillo and McAdam also talk about Jarren Duran winning All-Star Game MVP on Tuesday night in Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by Baseball America's Carlos Collazo for a preview of the upcoming MLB Draft. Collazo discusses what he expects the Red Sox to do at No. 12, why he has projected UNC outfielder Vance Honeycutt to Boston multiple times and whether or not the Sox will take a lot of pitching to balance out their system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow to talk about the upcoming trade deadline, which is just three weeks away. Breslow discusses what will go into Boston's decision to either buy or sell and identifies some areas of the roster the Sox may attack if they do add. Breslow also discusses what he's learned about Alex Cora so far this season, potential timelines for the promotions of top prospects, the team's plans for Cooper Criswell and the fifth starter spot and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with a fresh mailbag episode to start July. The writers what the Red Sox will do at the trade deadline on July 30 and predict the biggest moves (as both buyers and sellers) the team will make. Cotillo and McAdam also address the futures of Brayan Bello and Vaughn Grissom and much, much more. To be able to submit questions for future mailbags, text JOIN to (617) 751-6257, then simply click the link and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the second part of a two-part series, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam hand out midseason grades for the Red Sox. In this episode, the writers hand out grades to Boston's group of position players, going from the highs (Connor Wong, Jarren Duran) to the lows (Vaughn Grissom, Bobby Dalbec) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the first part of a two-part series, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam hand out midseason grades for the Red Sox. In this episode, the writers tackle the pitching staff, grading everyone from standouts like Tanner Houck to disappointments like Brayan Bello. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the Red Sox' recent hot streak, including a three-game sweep in Toronto, and the biggest factors as to why the club is playing better. The writers debate what it would take for Craig Breslow to add at the trade deadline, which is just over five weeks away. Also, there's a quick discussion on Bobby Dalbec's future with the Red Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode from Toronto, co-host Chris Cotillo interviews former Red Sox slugger Justin Turner at Rogers Centre. Turner discusses his new life in Toronto with the Blue Jays, his takeaways from a memorable single season in Boston, his journey through free agency and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by SNY's Andy Martino, the author of the new book, 'The Yankee Way: The Untold Inside Story of the Brian Cashman Era.' Martino discusses Cashman's legacy in New York and how big of a role the Red Sox have played in the story of the Yankees in the last 25 years. He also talks about why the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry isn't what it used to be and Alex Cora's managerial future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to John Henry's controversial comments in The Financial Times about fans having unrealistic expectations about the Red Sox each year. The writers discuss Henry's apparent mission to turn away fans and how Fenway Sports Group can dig itself out of the hole it has created and also preview a difficult homestand that will see the Phillies and Yankees come to town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Chris Cotillo (from New York) and Sean McAdam (from Chicago) weigh in on another week of Red Sox baseball. The writers discuss Tanner Houck continuing his strong start to the season, Jamie Westbrook's breakout week after a long journey to the majors and why Chris Martin being upfront about his battle with anxiety-related issues is good for baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To start the week, Red Sox third base coach and outfield/baserunning instructor Kyle Hudson joins co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam. Hudson discusses Boston's elite outfield defense to this point, plus how he gets the most out of players like Jarren Duran, Ceddanne Rafaela and Wilyer Abreu. Hudson also talks about his part in an infamous moment in Red Sox history and why he got into coaching in the first place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with a fresh mailbag episode to end the week. The writers discuss early predictions on the Red Sox' trade deadline plans (including who may be moved) as well as All-Star and award candidates and Boston's struggling offense, as well as Masataka Yoshida's future in town. To be able to submit questions for future mailbags, text JOIN to (617) 751-6257, then simply click the link and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by Sea Dogs play-by-play broadcaster Rylee Pay, who talks about her front seat to the top three prospects in the Sox' system in Marcelo Mayer, Roman Anthony and Kyle Teel. Pay describes what those prospects (and others) are like off the field and discusses her career as a broadcaster — including flying solo in the booth for the first few months of 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the second episode of the week, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to a brilliant three-game Red Sox sweep at Tropicana Field. The hosts discuss what went right for Boston in St. Petersburg while also discussing contributions from Jarren Duran, Brayan Bello and others. There's also a brief preview of a tough six-game stretch against Milwaukee and Baltimore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam check in during a newsy road trip for the Red Sox to discuss Garrett Whitlock's serious elbow injury and what it means for him and the team, Rafael Devers' homer streak and general takeaways so far from St. Louis and St. Pete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back together to review a lackluster road trip for the Red Sox, who arrive in St. Louis back at .500 on Friday afternoon. The writers talk about an offense that is lacking at a few positions, whether or not there's a simple fix at first base, the makeup of the pitching staff and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WEEI's Will Flemming joins the Fenway Rundown to talk about the dramatic improvement we've seen from Red Sox pitching, why fans haven't completely jumped on the bandwagon and his relationship with legendary broadcaster Joe Castiglione. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-host Sean McAdam talks with Red Sox director of player development Brian Abraham, who updates the progress of The Big Three in Portland and talks about one of top players in system being lost for the season due to injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with a fresh mailbag episode to start the week. The writers discuss Alex Cora's future in Boston, potential managerial replacements, if Craig Breslow's recent activity suggests a particular trade deadline strategy, early breakout prospects for 2024 and much more. To be able to submit questions for future mailbags, text JOIN to (617) 751-6257, then simply click the link and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss a strong 4-2 homestand for the Red Sox, who beat up on the Cubs and Giants at Fenway. The writers talk about a flurry of roster moves over the last few days, how the Red Sox may replace Masataka Yoshida at DH, the breakouts from Tanner Houck and Kutter Crawford and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a special crossover episode of MassLive's Fenway Rundown and Eye on Foxborough podcasts, Red Sox play-by-play man Dave O'Brien joins Chris Cotillo, Sean McAdam and guest co-host Karen Guregian. O'Brien called plenty of Drake Maye's games during Maye's college years at North Carolina and weighs in on what Patriots fans should expect. O'Brien also gives his thoughts on a strong April for the Red Sox and what's next for Alex Cora beyond this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Terry Francona finds himself out of baseball for the first time in decades and tells host Sean McAdam how he's filling his time, whether he might ever be tempted to manage again and his recent reunion with the 2004 Red Sox World Series team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the road in Cleveland, Chris Cotillo checks in with co-host Sean McAdam to discuss their takeaways from Boston's three-game sweep in Pittsburgh. The writers talk about Triston Casas' significant rib injury and who may replace him, plus how the battered Red Sox are surviving the injury bug and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam wrap up a terrible homestand for the Red Sox, who went 3-7 and are back on the road at .500 (10-10). The writers discuss Tanner Houck's complete game shutout, more bad defense in the series finale against Cleveland, Rafael Devers' injury and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the latest Red Sox injury news regarding Rafael Devers and Garrett Whitlock, plus discuss if the Sox have a closer problem with Kenley Jansen struggling. The writers reveal what about the 9-9 Red Sox has surprised them so far and McAdam pays tribute to retiring broadcasters Mike Gorman, Jack Edwards and John Sterling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with a fresh mailbag to end the week. The writers discuss the Red Sox' depleted middle infield mix, whether Marcelo Mayer will debut as a result of recent injuries, expectations for Masataka Yoshida, recent bullpen struggles and much, much more. To be able to submit questions for future mailbags, text JOIN to (617) 751-6257, then simply click the link and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap a hectic few days in the world of the Red Sox, who hosted the Orioles for their home opener Tuesday. The writers discuss the news that Trevor Story is lost for the season and Nick Pivetta is going on the injured list plus analyze Ceddanne Rafaela's newly official eight-year extension with the club. Cotillo and McAdam look ahead to what's next for a Red Sox club that's already running on fumes due to injury issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by former Red Sox captain and current game-planning coordinator Jason Varitek. Varitek talks about what he's looking forward to most about this week's 2004 reunion, shares some Tim Wakefield memories, discusses the current iteration of the Red Sox and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam wrap up the Red Sox' first series of the season, a four-game split in Seattle. The writers talk about Boston's impressive starting pitching against the Mariners and if it changes expectations for the team moving forward. Cotillo and McAdam also dive into Kenley Jansen's injury issues, the struggles of Wilyer Abreu and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Red Sox president/CEO Sam Kennedy joins Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam on Opening Day to talk about his future with the Red Sox, ticket sales being down, expectations for the 2024 season, why the budget dropped over the winter and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down all of the Red Sox Opening Day roster decisions, including the surprising move to send lefty reliever Brennan Bernardino to Triple-A. The writers discuss Garrett Whitlock in the rotation, Ceddanne Rafaela in center, Bobby Dalbec over C.J. Cron and much more in advance of Thursday's opener. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's an annual tradition on the Fenway Rundown as MassLive's panel of experts reveals their predictions for the 2024 MLB season. Regular hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by colleagues Jim Pignatiello, Chris Smith and Matt Vautour to reveal postseason picks, World Series winners, the Red Sox' record in 2024, Boston bold predictions and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with a fresh mailbag episode to start off the week. The two writers discuss Boston's impending Opening Day roster decisions, predict breakout stars for 2024, analyze Jarren Duran's future with the Red Sox and much, much more. To be able to submit questions for future mailbags, text JOIN to (617) 751-6257, then simply click the link and subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, host Sean McAdam is joined by Red Sox reliever Chris Martin who spoke about his unusual journey to the big leagues, the advise he offers young relievers and his feeling that this year's edition of the Red Sox might be better than everyone thinks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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