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(00:00) Is Peter Wolf rich? Is Fred a narcissist? Are these questions answered during the opening segment of the show? I guess you'll have to listen!(22:46.190)(33:49.725) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Duran and Contreras drove in 3 runs apiece as the Red Sox beat the Royals 7-1. Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks with a 22-point comeback, defeating the Cavs in OT thriller, 115-104. Finally Jaylen Brown for Giannis? The latestPlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor 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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Special guest Gordo from the podcast Play Tessie joins Mark Corbett and Mat Germain for an in-depth look at the current state of the Boston Red Sox. The crew breaks down Boston's elite pitching, offensive struggles, leadership concerns, player development, trade deadline possibilities, and how the Red Sox compare to the Rays model of success. Red Sox Pitching is Carrying the Team Boston's starting rotation and bullpen have been among the best in the American League during May. Sonny Gray's dominant outing sparks discussion about the strength of the staff. Gordo explains how the pitching staff consistently gives the Red Sox opportunities to win games. Offensive Problems Continue The Red Sox remain one of the weakest offensive teams in baseball despite strong pitching and defense. Trevor Story, Jarren Duran, and Caleb Durbin are discussed as major offensive disappointments. Gordo notes that even league average run production would make Boston one of baseball's top teams. Life After Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman Discussion on the impact of losing star players and veteran leadership. Pressure has shifted onto younger players who may not yet be ready to carry the offense. Roman Anthony's development becomes a major focal point for the franchise moving forward. Christian Campbell and the Youth Movement Debate over Christian Campbell's future position and timeline to return to the majors. The group discusses whether Campbell should move back to the infield. Concerns are raised about rushing top prospects before they are fully ready. Comparing the Rays and Red Sox Development Systems Mat explains how the Rays build organizational identity from the Florida Complex League all the way to the majors. Gordo discusses Boston's analytics-heavy developmental philosophy and recent coaching changes. The conversation explores whether the Red Sox lack a unified organizational identity. Leadership and Clubhouse Identity Alex Cora's firing and Chad Tracy's promotion are discussed in detail. The hosts examine whether Boston lacks veteran leadership and emotional anchors in the clubhouse. Comparisons are made to successful Rays teams built around accountability and defense-first baseball. Ownership and Spending Questions The crew debates whether Red Sox ownership still has the same urgency to win. Comparisons are made between Boston's current payroll strategy and previous championship seasons. Fenway Sports Group's expanding business interests become part of the discussion. Brutal Upcoming Schedule The Red Sox face one of the toughest remaining schedules in baseball. Matchups against the Braves, Yankees, Rays, Blue Jays, Mariners, Dodgers, and others could define the season. Trade Deadline Speculation Gordo breaks down possible trade chips including Sonny Gray, Aroldis Chapman, and Garrett Whitlock. Mat discusses why the Rays could potentially pursue Chapman at the deadline. The group debates whether Boston should buy, sell, or retool for next season. What Gordo is Watching the Rest of the Season Roman Anthony's health and development remain the biggest storyline for Boston. Gordo explains why Anthony could still become the centerpiece of the franchise. Featured Guest Gordo from the Play Tessie podcast Contributor to Baseball Isn't Boring Follow Gordo on X: @BOSSportsGordo Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at baseballbizondeck at gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social
(00:00) What is the deal with all this darn traffic? Hardy's central air is on the fritz and is wondering what's an appropriate time to text the owner of 128 Plumbing, Heating & Cooling to get it fixed.(22:10.498)(35:08.496) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Willson Contreras hit his team-leading 10th homer, and Sonny Gray outpitched Seth Lugo as the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Monday night. Plus, we check in with the NBA and NHL playoffs!Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor 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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today's top stories are a mix of extreme weather, tragic events, and breaking news from across the country. From wildfires in the West to tornadoes and flooding in the Midwest, the nation is bracing for more severe weather conditions. In California, a devastating attack at a mosque has left three people dead, including a security guard who was on the scene. The victims and suspects remain unidentified.This episode covers a range of topics, from the latest news on the national average gas price to the Boston's bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. The Red Sox are also in the spotlight, with an update on Roman Anthony's condition. In the world of entertainment, a new single from Ariana Grande is on the horizon, and a surprising revelation from Benny Blanco about his marriage to Selena Gomez is also making headlines.The speaker discusses the ongoing heatwave, which is expected to continue through tomorrow, with temperatures soaring into the mid-nineties. The country is also grappling with the aftermath of a tragic event in San Diego, where three people lost their lives in an attack at a mosque. In the world of sports, the Red Sox are gearing up for another game tonight.If you want to stay up-to-date on the latest news and updates from around the country, tune in to this episode to hear more about these stories and others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(00:00) Fake Blind Scott called into the LIVE broadcast of the Golf Club! Plus, Wallach can't stop talking about his trip.(18:49.267) IAN BROWNE is the supervising club reporter for MLB.com, covering the Red Sox since 2002. He joins the show to share the latest news on the team!(32:31.990)Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor 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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 619: The notebook is officially dead, at least for this series. The guys break down another Brayan Bello implosion in detail, debate whether Marcelo Mayer could make a move to shortstop right now, and praise the dominance of Aroldis Chapman's tenure on the Red Sox. The crew takes a nostalgic trip back to Dennis Eckersley's time on the Red Sox, learn about their gullible new producer, and even chat about their dream celebrity Red Sox fans. Steve breaks the news of catastrophic weather coming to Kansas City and looks ahead to a series against the Royals. Get Blue Moon Non-Alcoholic Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Brew delivered by visiting http://get.bluemoonbeer.com/JARED for delivery options Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand. Visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code SECTION10 for $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping. This episode of Section 10 is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/ROCKET #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fantasy Baseball Live! – May 17, 2026Segments 1 and 2 – Review of the weekend gamesAdditional Questions:1.Murakami hit's his 17th home run last night – Over/Under 502.More pitchers hurta.Blake Snell – out for a good chunk of the season to remove loose bodies – ala Tarik Skubal. Skubal looks like he's already playing toss, hopefully Snell can following a similar rehab.i.Who gets his starts? River Ryan looked great in his last start in the minor leagues – he's still getting stretched out after having his rehab from TJS halted. He'll likely need another two starts in the minor leagues.b.Clay Holmes will miss two to three months after fracturing his leg with a comebacker. Ugh.i.Any peoples for him in the Mets?3.Trevor Story is out with a groin issue that the Red Sox are implying was the reason for his slow start.a.I know he's cooled off, but I think Franklin Arias could be an option. Yeah, he's only in Double-A, but he can really hit.4.I saw Casey Mize on Saturday and he looked great.5.Spencer Arrighetti – who had him on their bingo card? 5 wins in 6 starts with a 1.5 ERA.a.But, it's a 4.97 xERA. In this pitching climate, would you be moving him?6.I got to see Seth HernandezSegment 3 – Waiver ReportSegment 4 – Closer ReportClose
In Episode 381 of the Hammer Territory Podcast, Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman discuss the Atlanta Braves victorious weekend over the Boston Red Sox, signs of life from Austin Riley, a great week for Mike Yastrzemski, an encouraging start from Grant Holmes, the latest on Ronald Acuña Jr., and much more. MINT MOBILEIf you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory FASTENALIndustrial Supplies, Innovative Solutions. Want to learn more? Visit Fastenal.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WEEI brings you some of the best interviews this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. Hear from Michael McCann, Chad Tracy, Rob Bradford, and Danny Green!
Brian opens by discussing the Patriots' recently released schedule and why the NFL chose the Patriots to face off against the Seahawks to open the season (0:00). Then, he chats with Baseball America's Ian Cundall about the Red Sox's offensive woes, Brayan Bello's shaky spot in the rotation, how much longer the Sox can start Caleb Durbin, Payton Tolle's impressive start on Saturday, and more (14:15). Brian and Jamie answer a couple listener calls to end the show (48:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: John Berman Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WEEI brings you some of the best interviews this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. Hear from Michael McCann, Chad Tracy, Rob Bradford, and Danny Green!
WEEI brings you some of the best interviews this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. Hear from Michael McCann, Chad Tracy, Rob Bradford, and Danny Green!
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich & Ken with Ted Johnson. How can they fix an offense that continues to struggle? Could they trade for Mike Trout? Rich Gedman, former Red Sox catcher and minor league hitting coach, joins The Greg Hill Show live from their first Road Show of the summer.
0:00: Red Sox offensive woes 12:47: Celtics offseason thoughts with Brian Robb of MassLive26:18: Is Jaylen Brown dealing with a double standard vs. Jayson Tatum?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich & Ken with Ted Johnson. How can they fix an offense that continues to struggle? Could they trade for Mike Trout? Rich Gedman, former Red Sox catcher and minor league hitting coach, joins The Greg Hill Show live from their first Road Show of the summer.
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich & Ken with Ted Johnson. How can they fix an offense that continues to struggle? Could they trade for Mike Trout? Rich Gedman, former Red Sox catcher and minor league hitting coach, joins The Greg Hill Show live from their first Road Show of the summer.
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Tyler Milliken on The Baseball Hour and the guys open the hour discussing the Red Sox offensive struggles continuing under interim manager Chad Tracy. (13:54) The thoughts on Chad Tracy continues, this time discussing his managing of the pitching in the lineup. (24:59) Thoughts from the callers and final thoughts from Mazz and Milliken. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Mazz, Michael Holley, and Murray open an Agenda free Friday with their opening takes on the Patriots schedule, Jarren Duran, and the Celtics. (15:00) Thoughts on the Patriots 2026 schedule. Plus, thoughts on other teams schedule release videos and if there were shots taken at Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini. (27:04) Continuing thoughts on the Patriots schedule for the 2026 season. (38:46) Thoughts on the Red Sox continued struggles at the plate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) The second hour of the show opens with the callers giving their thoughts on an Agenda Free Friday. (10:22) Resetting thoughts from yesterday on the amount of days that the NFL is playing games during the season.(17:41) A Lightning Round of callers on an Agenda Free Friday, including thoughts on the Red Sox struggles at home. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tony Massarotti looks deeper into Mike Trout and a potential trade to the Red Sox. Mazz is joined by long time Angels reporter Mike DiGiovanna to discuss Trout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Chris Gasper joins the show in the third hour of the show and he opens up with his thoughts on the Patriots and their 2026 schedule. (12:46) Is there a reason as to why the NFL is kicking the season with a Patriots vs Seahawks Super Bowl rematch? (25:21) Gasper's thoughts on Jaylen Brown and the backlash that he has received over his comments since the Celtics season has ended. Plus, a quick thought on the Red Sox from Gasper. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) No Wallach! But we got Adam 12 sliding from the control to the flash boy chair!(21:04.896)(35:00.509) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Kyle Schwarber hit his MLB-leading 18th home run, a two-run blast in the eighth inning, to lift the Philadelphia Phillies to a 3-1 win over the Boston Red Sox. Garrick Higgo penalized for arriving late to tee time at PGA ChampionshipPlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor 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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 618: The Red Sox drop another series against the Phillies, and the guys are here to break it all down. Tyler basks in the glory of his final days working at 98.5 with full-time on the horizon at the 10. The Crew is shocked to find out that Tyler had a nose ring at one point in his life. Jared cracks open the notebook to review the happenings vs the Phillies. Tyler is shocked to find out that he lost an opportunity at $80,000. Coley and Steve praise the success of Ranger Suarez against his old team. And lastly, the guys look for solutions to the Red Sox offensive woes before they look ahead to the next series vs the Atlanta Braves. Get Blue Moon Non-Alcoholic Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Brew delivered by visiting http://get.bluemoonbeer.com/JARED for delivery options. Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand. Visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code SECTION10 for $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping. New customers get 40% Off with code SECTION10 at GLD.com Discover upgraded basics, fresh styles, and more at http://mackweldon.com . Plus, get 20% off your first order of $125 or more with code SECTION10. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 380 of the Hammer Territory Podcast, breaking down the series finale between the Atlanta Braves and Chicago Cubs. Topics include a rare disappearing act from Atlanta's offense, another awesome Chris Sale outing, the upcoming series against the Boston Red Sox, and much more. Fastenal - Industrial Supplies, Innovative Solutions. Want to learn more? Visit Fastenal.com
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk sports betting for Friday. Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Essler are back on the Cash That Ticket podcast for a Friday, May 15, 2026 episode that covers more ground than most, starting with two NBA playoff closeout games and working all the way through the MLB Friday card, a PGA Championship round one update, and a genuine milestone moment as Munaf officially becomes a Pregame Pro on Pregame.com — selling picks for the first time after years of giving them away for free on this pod, and receiving a full public endorsement from Dave that was honest, direct, and exactly what you would expect from a man who has been in the pick-selling business long enough to know the difference between a handicapper and a salesman. On the NBA side, the guys break down Game 6 of Cavaliers versus Pistons at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, where the Cavs hold a three-games-to-two lead after surviving overtime in Detroit behind 30 points from James Harden and a 31-free-throw performance that Dave argues is simply not repeatable — not the free throw volume, not the 40 percent three-point shooting, not the pace that produced 211 points in regulation plus overtime, and both hosts land on the under at 211 and a half as their conviction play, with Dave adding Detroit plus four and a half as his side bet, pointing to the Pistons' history of holding opponents under 101 points in five of their six wins this postseason and the brutal minutes load both rosters are carrying out of an overtime game where Cade Cunningham played 48 of 53 available minutes and Evan Mobley, James Harden, and Donovan Mitchell each logged 43. In the Western Conference, San Antonio leads Minnesota three to two and travels to Target Center as road favorites, and Dave likes the Timberwolves in the spot — citing the loss of emotional fuel that powered the Spurs' 29-point blowout in Game 5 after the Victor Wembanyama ejection, the correctable nature of Minnesota's poor shooting and paint numbers from that game, and his standing rule about backing home underdogs in elimination games, which Munaf reinforces with data showing the Wolves have consistently been excellent coming off losses and pointing to Anthony Edwards as a player who needs a signature moment tonight, with both hosts taking Minnesota plus five and a half and the over at 218 and a half and flagging Naz Reid three-pointers made and Jaden McDaniels points and rebounds as the ancillary prop angles on the Wolves side. On the MLB card, they fade Aaron Nola against the Pirates and Braxton Ashcraft, building the case around Nola's fly-ball evolution, his seven home runs in 42 innings, his trend of pitching worse in back-to-back matchups against the same team, and the road context at PNC Park tonight, preferring the Pittsburgh first-five-innings run line as the cleanest execution vehicle. In the Subway Series, Cam Schlittler — who is putting up historic numbers not seen since Walter Johnson in 1913 — starts for the Yankees at Citi Field against Clay Holmes and the Mets, with cold temperatures, wind blowing in, and a total of seven making the first-five-innings under the natural play for both hosts. Dave's best bet is the over in the Rockies-Diamondbacks game at Coors Field, where Merrill Kelly arrives with a 7.62 ERA and 19 hits allowed in 14 road innings, and Munaf's best bet is the under eight in Atlanta between the Braves and the Red Sox, with Spencer Strider making his third start back from an oblique strain against a Boston offense that has scored five combined runs over its last four games. Use promo code RISE10 at Pregame.com — R-I-S-E-1-0 — to get ten dollars off anything including the rest-of-May all-access package, now available at eighty-nine dollars through May 31, and head to the Buy Picks tab to find Munaf's daily package and Dave's three-star playoff game of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Sale went 5 innings and struck out 8 but an 0 for 6 w/RISP night at the plate put the Braves in the loss column as they drop the final game of the series to the Cubs 2-0. Barrett Sallee joined The Locker Room to talk about the night and the upcoming weekend series against the Red Sox Ford Leadoff Show gets underway at 6p with First Pitch scheduled for 7:15p.Spencer Strider (1-0, 2.89) gets back on the mound for the Braves after a good last outing against the Dodger to face Connelly Early for the Red Sox (3-2, 3.16) Hear Atlanta Braves Today every Mon-Fri at 7:45a during The Locker Room on 680 The FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 - Mego gives us the news for the morning. The tragic boat incident in Boston and one of the greatest city council videos ever from Worcester. Guest leads are not happy with The Red Sox and let it known!
Hour 4 - The crew are joined by former Red Sox catcher Rich Gedman. Why he still thinks Roman Anthony will be a star and his outlook at the modern day game. Hill Notes make Curtis feel at home with all of the negativity and a surprise appearance from Ken Laird!
Hour 1 - Live from The Ground Round! Red Sox are tough to root for Hour 2 - Greg's biggest issue with the Sox! They Said It! Hour 3 - The News! Guest Leads and a Road Show raffle! Hour 4 - Rich Gedman joins the show! Red Sox vitriol from Hill Notes!
Hour 1 - Live from The Ground Round to kickoff Road Show season! Did Vrabel make it through schedule release videos unscathed? How many wins do we predict for the Red Sox? Mego's gripe with the NFL.
Hour 2 - Do you think that John Henry cares about the sell the team chants? Greg's biggest issue with the Red Sox as of today. They Said It hears from hopeful Red Sox players and more!
The Show is live from The Ground Round this morning to kickoff Road Show season!!! Is this the first Red Sox team you have ever actively rooted against?
Frustrations are boiling over with the Red Sox. The sell the team chants are getting louder and louder, but are they falling on deaf ears? Greg's biggest problem with the Red Sox!
The listeners live at The Ground Round get a chance to give their own lead for the morning. They have a lot of problem with the the Red Sox specifically and let it known.
Former Red Sox catcher and current WooSox hitting coach Rich Gedman joins the show! why he thinks Anthony will still be a superstar, the reason why the bats are so cold and more!
The crew listen back to the best Hill Notes of the day. It was like Christmas morning for Curtis listening to all the Hill-Noters ripping this Sox team.
Ben and Carlos talk about the Mock Draft V 3.0, the most recent projection of the first 40 picks for the 2026 draft. The two talk about the latest rumors up top, whether or not Roch Cholowsky and Grady Emerson are in a tier of their own, and then talk through a number of different teams and picks throughout the first round and beyond. —Time Stamps(0:30) Jesus Made as the new top prospect(4:15) Where Roch Cholowsky fits in the Top 100(7:30) Giants SS Luis Hernandez (9:50) Mock draft talk(13:00) Grady Emerson vs. Vahn Lackey(19:00) Twins(23:55) Giants(29:00) Tegan Kuhns(31:30) Royals(35:00) Jared Grindlinger(40:00) Orioles(45:00) Why Eric Booth is going high(50:00) Braves(54:00) Nationals(56:40) Reds(1:04:00) Guardians(1:11:30) Red Sox(1:15:00) Padres(1:28:00) Coleman Borthwick—Do you have feedback for the show or want to ask us a question? Email us: futureprojection@baseballamerica.com.Future Projection Twitter: @FutureProPodBen's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Newsletter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America WebsiteAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour with crisis management expert Molly McPherson joining the show to discuss the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini drama.(14:39) The crew takes a bunch of calls on the Vrabel-Russini drama and it being Milliken's last day.(24:56) We continue to take calls on Milliken's last day and the Red Sox.(35:47) The guys let Zo do a geography test with calls on the Patriots, Celtics, and Red Sox mixed in.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by looking back at Milliken's horrendous geography skills from 2022.(7:04) The crew grades the latest geography test from Milliken.(20:18) We dive into the state of the Red Sox and the “sell the team” chants continue to break through the broadcast.(33:28) The guys finish the hour with Mike Felger getting dork of the week on Foul Territory.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Matt and Jordan discuss the series loss to the Phillies, they do some deep diving into some of the worst teams in recent Red Sox memory, including one title defense team. After talking about the WOATs of 2014, they talk about Phillip Rivers and which retired Red Sox since 2017 they'd add to fix this team.Later, they discuss the report from The Sports Hub's Mike Felger that the Red Sox are interested in acquiring future Hall of Famer Mike Trout, and that the Angels like Jarren Duran and Brayan Bello.Last, they preview this upcoming weekend series against the Atlanta Braves, who are the best team in MLB through the first six weeks. Make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram, @ThePeskyReport. We are officially a part of Beyond The MonsterTwitter: @BeyondtheMnstrSubstack: https://beyondthemonster.substack.com/ This episode is brought to you by TJStats — advanced MLB stats and tools including pitcher summaies, prospect rankings, and live pitch data. Head over to tjstats.ca and use code PESKY for 25% off your first month.
Jones and Keefe got into the Boston Red Sox, the loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in last night's rubber match at Fenway, and Hogdale's latest meltdown. The guys went on to answer a Four-Pack of questions and received a surprise phone call from Baywatch star Traci Bingham.
Jones and Keefe talked about the Red Sox continued offensive struggles and another night of "Sell the Team" chants at Fenway. The guys also received another surprise phone call, this time it was Ben Carr from The Mighty Mighty Bosstones. Before the Clip Du Jour, the guys picked through the Grab Bag.
The Red Sox offense has been historically bad and there isn't a solution for them to get any better. Are the players to blame or should people point fingers at Craig Breslow?
The Red Sox season has been off to a dreadful start and Boston fans are quickly becoming fed up with their miserable baseball team.
In honor of Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy, the guys rank their top 5 "Tracys" and they have similar picks for the top slot
The Boston Red Sox lose a series to the Philadelphia Phillies because obviously. Joey Copponi and Scott Neville go through the latest twists and turns or the Red Sox' rollercoaster series that seems to have more dips than expected thus far, but could still rise to new heights. Plus, a preview of the upcoming series against the Atlanta Braves. Find all of our links here! linktr.ee/ITMPod Twitter: https://x.com/ITM_pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itm_pod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itm_pod
Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the latest lima-bean-related revelations about Tarik Skubal’s elbow surgery, the Giants’ censored synchronized thrust and the history of homoerotic celebrations in baseball, Coby Mayo’s dog’s devotion, the Orioles’ rotation issues (and a Rico Garcia update), Atlanta’s unexpectedly productive DHs, Ben’s invisible baseball neighbor, and Konnor Griffin’s glow-up, plus (1:12:33) a check-in on the hitters and pitchers who’ve over- or underperformed their projections the most through the first quarter of the regular season, and the players who’ve made cases to become new MLB main characters. Audio intro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Horny)” Audio outro: Austin Klewan, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to The Athletic on Skubal’s surgery Link to Seinfeld squirrel surgery scene Link to Giants celebration clip Link to Key & Peele sketch Link to Baggarly post Link to Baggarly article Link to other article on the edict Link to JHL’s possible smooch attempt Link to new bow celebration Link to Gilbert GIF Link to Vitello thrust Link to Posey ownership story Link to Charles B. Johnson wiki Link to Johnson donations article Link to Mets outfield imitation Link to 2022 Mookie celebration Link to Mookie Twitch stream answer Link to Mookie Twitch clip Link to bukkake wiki Link to Mookie’s Ohtani comment Link to 2024 Dodgers crotch bump Link to 2016 Cubs crotch bump Link to 2014 Mariners celebration post 1 Link to 2014 Mariners celebration post 2 Link to 2019 Rangers crotch grab Link to Red Sox celebration info Link to Dodgers memorial announcement Link to Collins obit Link to MLBTR on Fried’s elbow Link to Mayo game story Link to Mayo quote clip Link to Mayo quote text Link to Argos wiki Link to mid-March team SP projections Link to team SP WAR to date Link to Orioles SP stats so far Link to team hitter WAR Link to Elias’s Eflin/Rodriguez quote Link to 2026 Elias SP quote 1 Link to 2026 Elias SP quote 2 Link to 2026 Elias SP quote 3 Link to team defense leaderboard Link to .000 BABIP streaks Link to MLB.com on Garcia Link to Profar DH article Link to team DH production Link to team LF production Link to 2026 Location+ leaders Link to Link to 2024-26 Location+ leaders Link to latest Skenes gem Link to BP on Griffin’s rookie eligibility Link to Griffin’s early-season sample Link to Griffin’s second sample Link to hitter leaderboard since Griffin’s birthday Link to “quarter pole” definition Link to preseason hitter projections Link to preseason pitcher projections Link to hitter pace leaderboard Link to pitcher pace leaderboard Link to hitter over/underperformers Link to pitcher over/underperformers Link to Hogg on Miz velo post Link to Hogg on Miz velo article Link to Jones on Miz velo Link to Miz vs. Jones velo fun fact Link to Crizer on April 2025 main characters Link to Clemens on Walker Link to Raleigh shower story Link to BP on Turang Link to Blue Jays IP leaders Link to Orioles shutout gamer Link to 2475 Podsednik Stat Blast wiki Link to 1879 Podsednik Stat Blast Link to 1885 Podsednik follow-up Link to Podsednik walk-off Link to corvids wiki Link to icterids wiki Link to Vandy video clip Link to Vandy controversy summary Link to Vandy-Mizzou gamer Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the third hour with their thoughts on the Red Sox following their win over the Phillies last night. (8:21) Reacting to Sam Kennedy saying on NESN last night that he still has confidence in the Red Sox to turn it around. (21:04) 5 questions that have nothing to do with sports with Jim Murray. (26:53) Is the NFL starting to play on too many days during the week and watering down the product?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Roche's walking club is sh*t-stirring right now(19:55.478) TOM CARON is the host/announcer of the Boston Red Sox broadcast on NESN and joins Toucher & Hardy for his weekly segment to talk about all things Red Sox.(35:44.431) Would you rather play a foursome with Fred, Hardy and Wallach OR Felger, Mazz and Big Jim?Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor 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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Hardy returns after helping his daughter move out from UMass Amherst. Fred's trip to Groton to watch his son pitch was a long one.(18:34.483)(34:28.513) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Ceddanne Rafaela hit a two-run homer to help the Boston Red Sox beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 and end Kyle Schwarber's five-game home run streak. Plus, Fred revisits the Mike Trout trade rumors from yesterday's show.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor 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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.