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(00:00) Zo, Paul Perillo, and Joe Murray start the day talking about the Red Sox dropping 2 of 3 to the Cubs after the All-Star break but getting a big win yesterday with help from Crochet and Bregman. (11:38) The crew touches more on the Red Sox and if this weekend was a success or failure? (24:33) We discuss the ongoing Coldplay controversy that’s taking the internet by storm; Zo was at the concert. (36:50) The guys finish the hour discussing ESPN’s list of the Top 10 athletes of the first quarter of the 21st century and our reactions to it.
(00:00) Zo, Paul Perillo, and Joe Murray start the second hour discussing the Patriots giving TreVeyon Henderson a deal and Stefon Diggs not being placed on the PUP as training camp approaches. (12:00) The crew talks about the potential breakout candidates for the Pats this year besides Drake Maye. (21:42) The guys touch on last week’s debate on if you should bring your own towel to someone else’s pool party?; Last week McKone said towels should be supplied. (35:25) We finish the hour playing This or That!
(00:00) Zo, Paul Perillo, and Joe Murray begin the third hour discussing how big of an impact Mike Vrabel will have on the Patriots team this season. (10:28) The crew touches on Phil Perry saying that Terry McLaurin would be an ideal fit for the Patriots and what a potential trade would look like. (21:50) The guys talk about Curran and Perry saying the Patriots defense may not be as amazing as everyone is thinking it will be. (36:01) We finish the hour talking more about Terry Mclaurin and a potential move for him.
(00:00) Zo, Paul Perillo, and Joe Murray start the final hour discussing Scottie Scheffler and his win in The Open championship; Will anyone ever be close to being at Tiger Woods level? (14:19) The guys react to the news of “The Cosby Show” star Malcolm-Jamal Warner passing away; Who is the best comedy movie villain of all-time? (26:03) We finish the day with a Celtics take from Joe who’s concerned with the financial situations of the Celtics and their players; We take more calls and reactions on the best comedy movie villains. (38:45) Today’s Takeaways.
(00:00) Zolak, McKone & Paul Perillo begin today's show by discussing where the Red Sox stand right now; Keep rolling against bad teams. (10:24) The guys touch on Chirs Cotillo saying a decision on the outfield roster is coming soon; Jarren Duran or Wilyer Abreau likely to be the odd man out. (23:29) The guys talk about Sam Kennedy and the Red Sox approach at the deadline; What would it take to get Paul Skenes in Boston? (34:55) Zolak & McKone finish off the hour discussing the Robot umps coming to the All-Star Game this year.; ABS system will let players challenge calls.
(00:00) Zolak, McKone & Paul Perillo start the second hour discussing the biggest questions the Patriots face as they approach training camp. ()The guys discuss Nick Wright having the Patriots as a potential playoff team in his ‘real sleeper’ tier with the Raiders, Jaguars, and Cardinals. ()The crew touch on the Revs game vs. Messi and Inter Miami last night; We take calls and reactions from the past hour. () We finish the hour playing This or That!
(00:00) Zolak, McKone & Paul Perillo begin the top of the third hour by taking calls and reactions to today’s This or That of whether to bring back a childhood food or TV show. (8:22) The guys continue taking calls on the This or That and discuss different throwback restaurants and foods. (21:06) The crew discusses foods that are discontinued and that we miss from our childhoods. (32:02) We finish the hour wrapping up today’s This or That with more reactions and opinions on restaurants and TV shows.
(00:00) Zolak, McKone & Paul Perillo start the final hour discussing Tom Brady and Sofia Vergara potentially being an item; We take more calls and reactions from topics discussed from the show today. (10:04) The crew takes more recommendations on TV shows and foods from our childhoods. (21:38) The guys take more caller reactions on old TV shows and recap the show today. (35:13) Today’s Takeaways.
(00:00) Beetle, Paul Perillo and Kendra Middleton start the show by reacting to how the Bruins did with free agency signings and why we should be disappointed in Don Sweeney. (13:48) The guys touch more on the Bruins and how they lacked to bring in players with high skill. (28:17) We talk about the Red Sox 1975 team celebration game last night and the retro broadcast that NESN did; Is it weird that they celebrate years they lost? (41:29) We finish the hour by talking about the 21st anniversary of the Derek Jeter catch and the debate swirling around on X.
(0:00) Mazz, Murray, and Paul Perillo open the second hour of the show with their thoughts on Bill Belichick’s Good Morning America interview from this morning. (10:47) More thoughts on Bill Belichick and his Good Morning America interview. (21:43) Perillo’s thoughts on the Patriots 2025 schedule and how things could turn out for the season. (35:21) A brief segment of callers on Agenda Free Friday!
(0:00) Mazz, Murray, and Paul Perillo open the show with their opening takes on the Celtics and on Alex Cora. (15:16) The callers weigh in on an Agenda Free Friday. (26:09) Resetting some thoughts from earlier in the week on Rafael Devers and his refusal to play 1st base. (36:49) More caller reaction on an Agenda Free Friday.
(0:00) The second hour of the show opens with Paul Perillo’s thoughts on the State of the Patriots. (13:03) Mazz and Murray get Perillo’s thoughts on what the Patriots should do at the draft. (23:31) Caller reaction to the Patriots and the draft. (34:24) Perillo gives his thoughts on Eliot Wolf and the offensive line. Plus caller reaction.
(0:00) Mazz, Paul Perillo and Murray open the show with thoughts on Jeremy Swayman and the Bruins sixth straight loss to the Kings on Sunday. (15:01) The guys give their thoughts on Swayman challenging Darcy Kuemper to a fight and how the team responded. (26:06) More talk on the Bruins and caller reaction. (34:55) A caller lighting round on the Bruins.
(0:00) The guys discuss how Charlie McAvoy has played in the 4 Nations tournament. (10:06) Paul Perillo weighs in on the signings the Patriots need to make during the offseason. (20:15) The callers weigh in on the Devers drama, the Patriots, as well as the 4 Nations. (29:47) Draymond Green thinks the NBA is boring. And can the NBA fix their all-star weekend?
(0:00) Mazz, Jim Murray, and Paul Perillo reset all of the Rafael Devers drama. (12:57) Can anything done to make Rafael Devers happy again? (22:46) The Toolbag of the Day is awarded. Plus, Mazz reads some emails during Email of the Day. (37:45) The Final Word features friend of the show Chris "Mad Dog" Russo who did not like all the fighting during US-Canada.
(0:00) Mazz, Jim Murray, and Paul Perillo start the program reacting to Rafael Devers' media availability where he states his unwillingness to move off third base. (14:21) More reaction to Rafael Devers shutting down all notions of moving off of third base. (24:56) Could a Rafael Devers trade be on the table? Devers doesn't necessarily shoot the notion down. (39:27) Tony addresses Mike's absence due to the passing of his father.
(0:00) Paul Perillo joins the show for the third hour to discuss the Patriots coaching staff. (10:22) Discussion continues on Patriots Offensive coaching staff. (23:48) Perillo gives his thoughts on the Chiefs victory over the Bills. (32:15) Final Calls with Perillo.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to talk about the hiring of Josh McDaniels (16:00) The callers weigh in on the Patriots with Perillo. (24:27) Perillo gives his thoughts on NFL Divisional weekend. (30:46) Thoughts on McDaniel's developing young QBs
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show and talks about latest with the Patriots Following the Hiring of MIke Vrabel (10:40) Who does Perrillo think will be the Patriots Offensive Coordinator and more caller reaction. (24:37) Perrillo gives his thoughts on Wild Card Weekend (37:13) Final thoughts from Perillo
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest with the Patriots and their head coaching search. (11:34) The callers weigh in with questions for Paul Perillo about the Patriots. (23:23) Some thoughts about Mike Vrabel and what he would bring as Head Coach of the New England Patriots. (30:43) Final thoughts from Paul Perillo on the Patriots.
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Leroy Irvin take your calls and continue the Patriots conversation (13:51) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show (24:47) The guys reset the show with Paul Perillo (35:07) Paul Perillo answers rapid fire questions
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Paul Perillo open up the third hour by discussing the best traditions in Boston Sports. (13:17) Discussing why people hate ‘Sweet Caroline’. (20:46) Debating if Drake Maye should face most of the criticism for the loss to the Bills. (33:07) Callers weigh in on the topics throughout the day. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(00:00) Mark Dondero and Paul Perillo who are filling in for the guys open up Toucher and Hardy by questioning what changes will come for the Patriots in the offseason (16:32) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Reacting to the Celtics collapse to the Orlando Magic. (29:33) Paul and Mark discuss their favorite Christmas movies. (38:06) Discussing the best gifts Boston sports fans have gotten over the years. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Paul Perillo start off the second hour of the program by discussing what the best Christmas gift they’ve received. (8:20) Debating what the best case scenario for the Patriots in the offseason is. (25:12) What would you rather, to be able to play a round of golf at every major, or free courtside tickets at every home NBA playoff game? (31:28) Discussing the current state of the NBA. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(00:00) Mark Dondero and Paul Perillo open up the final hour of Toucher & Hardy by questioning what the Patriots signature moment is on the season. (11:04) Bigger Deal-Smaller Deal: Jaylen Brown (24:15) Debating if the Patriots first Super Bowl victory was greater than the victory over Seattle. (32:00) THE STACK. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(0:00) Mark Dondero & Paul Perillo, in for Toucher & Hardy, begin the final hour of the show evaluating the 2024 New England Patriots to-date. (10:46) More evaluation of the Patriots from Dondero & Perillo. (19:31) Breaking news: Walker Buehler signs a 1-year deal with the Red Sox - Dondero & Perillo react. (27:07) The Stack
(0:00) Mark Dondero & Paul Perillo begin Hour #3 by analyzing the AFC Playoff picture. (14:23) Patriots-Bills Takeaways: What positives can you take away from last night's game versus Buffalo. (23:16) Maximizing Drake Maye's Window, as a young franchise QB. (35:04) Bigger Deal or Smaller Deal...than Drake Maye CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!
(0:00) Mark Dondero & Paul Perillo are in-studio for Toucher & Hardy (13:35) What Happened Last Night? - Dondero & Perillo react to the Patriots Week 16 loss against Buffalo. (25:20) Drake Maye's Turnover Streak Continues (38:35) Dondero & Perillo analyze Josh Allen's comments made about the Patriots. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show and opens the hour discussing the state of the NFL. (8:41) Would you rather have Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes going forward? (17:55) Paul Perillo gives his thoughts on the current state of the Patriots. (25:58) The callers weigh in on the Patriots. Plus, final thoughts from Perillo on the Patriots.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest with the New England Patriots. (12:10) The guys ask Paul about the state of Jerod Mayo’s coaching tenure. (22:51) Paul’s thoughts on the Red Sox trading for Garrett Crochet and what it means for the team. (31:21) Discussing Mike Lombardi’s commentary on Belichick and the Patriots.
(0:00) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Hardy, Wallach & Paul Perillo in for Fred Toucher discuss the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Lions-Packers. (19:02) The Detroit Lions top the Green Bay Packers 34-31 on TNF, clinch NFC Playoff berth. (33:36) Lions' Head Coach, Dan Campbell goes for it on 4th down 5 times in a single game. Postgame comments from Dan Campbell on his decision-making. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Nick "Fitzy" Stevens and Andy "Jumbo" Hart are joined by friend of the show Paul Perillo from Patriots.com and Patriots Unfiltered to break down the 3-10 New England Patriots as they enter the bye week. They discuss the biggest bright spots, the biggest disappointments, and the best-case scenario for the final four games of the season. Plus, a quick look at the alarming lack of talent in the 2025 NFL Draft. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Nick "Fitzy" Stevens and Andy "Jumbo" Hart are joined by friend of the show Paul Perillo from Patriots.com and Patriots Unfiltered to break down the 3-10 New England Patriots as they enter the bye week. They discuss the biggest bright spots, the biggest disappointments, and the best-case scenario for the final four games of the season. Plus, a quick look at the alarming lack of talent in the 2025 NFL Draft. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick "Fitzy" Stevens and Andy "Jumbo" Hart are joined by friend of the show Paul Perillo from Patriots.com and Patriots Unfiltered to break down the 3-10 New England Patriots as they enter the bye week. They discuss the biggest bright spots, the biggest disappointments, and the best-case scenario for the final four games of the season. Plus, a quick look at the alarming lack of talent in the 2025 NFL Draft. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest with the New England Patriots. (14:48) Are the Patriots better off with Mayo now rather than Belichick? (20:14) Discussing Azeez Al-Shaair's suspension for hitting Trevor Lawrence. (29:52) Could Bill Belichick coach a college team next season?
(00:00) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero discuss what positions need to be filled on the Patriots to make them more well rounded and the ceiling for Ja'Lynn Polk. (11:45) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero come back from break talking Red Sox and the possibility of signing Juan Soto. (20:54) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero dive deeper into the Red Sox and where the team needs to go to get back to where they were in the past. (32:29) Perillo and Dondero end the third hour discussing if Theo Epstein is the key to the Red Sox success and if Juan Soto realistically will come to the Sox.
(00:00) New England Patriots reporter Paul Perillo and 98.5's Mark Dondero fill in for Zolak and Bertrand discussing the support system surrounding Drake Maye and the matchup against the Dolphins. (14:10) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero come back from break discussing Jerod Mayo's leadership and where he has fallen short. (24:48) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero discuss the tight end pickups made by the Patriot's and the need to secure wide receivers in the draft and trying to emulate the Lions. (33:28) Perillo and Dondero discuss the last time that the Patriots have been a playoff contender.
(00:00) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero kick off the second hour discussing Drake Mayes progression at quarterback and the patriots folding on missing players in free agency. (12:02) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero discuss what the Patriots and Eliot Wolf need to seek out to ensure next year is not a disaster. (23:00) Perillo and Dondero breakdown Alex Van Pelt as a play caller and how he has been moving the offense. (29:37) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero end the second hour discussing the success that Robert Kraft has had, his empire with the Patriots, and his Hall of Fame Snub.
(00:00) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero kick off the final hour discussing what makes the Red Sox consistently fall short of the playoffs and how Juan Soto could help. (10:30) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero come back with Zoverdrive. (21:27) Perillo and Dondero discuss who the true contenders are for the SuperBowl. (31:46) Paul Perillo and Mark Dondero finish the hour with Today's Takeaways.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest with the Patriots. (13:42) Some thoughts on what Tom Brady had to say in the summer about advice to a young QB. (23:07) Perillo's thoughts on the state of the AFC after week 11. (31:32) Felger yelling about “EPA” and other analytics in football.
(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the third hour with the Josh McDaniels storyline: the Chiefs are becoming the Patriots. Could they live up to the Patriots' dynasty? (9:06) The guys get right back to it with Paul Perillo's comment that the Patriots are the same this year as they were last year, though there's optimism with Drake Maye. (20:43) The crew dives back in with more reactions to the debate over whether the 2023 Patriots team is better than the 2024 Patriots team. (30:15) Zo and Beetle close out the third hour by discussing Kendrick Bourne being benched on Sunday. Why was Bourne sat against the Bears?
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest with the New England Patriots. (12:48) Is Drake Maye's performance being overrated? (23:09) Are the Chiefs a team of destiny or is their success unsustainable? (31:42) The guys discuss whether the Patriots are trending in the right direction.
(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the first hour by discussing the Celtics' disappointing loss to the Warriors. Did Jayson Tatum disappoint in his revenge game against Steve Kerr? (12:09) The guys get right back to it, wondering if we need more from Jayson Tatum. It was a great night statistically, but there was no energy. (24:21) The crew jumps back in to discuss Paul Perillo's comments on the Patriots' rookie coaching mistakes. Could we see potential changes to the coaching staff? (34:04) Zo and Beetle close out the first hour discussing who you'd rather have: Caleb Williams or Drake Maye?
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show and discusses the latest with the Patriots. (12:27) Jerod Mayo continues to make coaching mistakes. (21:26) Callers ask Perillo and the guys about the state of the Patriots. (29:28) Final thoughts from Paul Perillo.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest on the New England Patriots. (10:31) What direction will the Patriots take at the trade deadline? (19:42) Analyzing the Patriots' underperforming wide receiver unit. (27:28) Should the Patriots be upset that they missed out on Jayden Daniels?
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest with the 1-6 New England Patriots. (11:14) Reacting to what Jerod Mayo had to say to the media on Wednesday. (25:36) Is Jerod Mayo's job on the line this season? (32:54) Discussing the Patriots' off-field issues and Belichick's media criticism of the team and Jerod Mayo.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest on the New England Patriots. (11:47) The callers weigh in on all things Patriots with Paul Perillo. (26:16) Perillo gives his thoughts on the Wide Receivers that were traded on Tuesday. (30:08) Final thoughts from Paul Perillo on Drake Maye and the Patriots.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss Drake Maye being named the Patriots starter. (14:35) The callers weigh in on the Patriots with Paul Perillo. (22:54) Who was at fault for the Ja'Lynn Polk touchdown being overturned? (30:22) Final callers and thoughts for Paul Perillo.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest with the Patriots. (9:50) Thoughts on Drake Maye and why he's not starting for the Patriots. (21:09) The callers weigh in on the Patriots with Perillo. (30:58) Final thoughts from Perillo ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Dolphins.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the latest with the Patriots. (12:06) Are Drake Maye and Alex Van Pelt not a good fit? (21:32) The callers weigh in on all things Patriots. (29:36) Final thoughts from Perillo on the Patriots.