Podcast appearances and mentions of Rick Porcello

Welcome to another exciting episode of the MTB Performance Project, where high-performance athletes share their stories and insights. In Episode 14, we're treated to an exclusive interview with my friend and former big league pitcher, Rick Porcello. Let's delve into the highlights and revelations from this conversation. Multi-Sport Exposure and Youthful Development: Porcello's journey kicks off with a discussion about his exposure to multiple sports at a young age. The podcast explores how this diverse background shaped his skills and contributed to his development as a youth ball player. For aspiring athletes, Porcello's early experiences provide valuable insights into the importance of a well-rounded foundation. From High School to the MLB Draft: Listeners get an inside look at the critical decision Porcello faced when opting to forgo college and enter the 2007 MLB draft. The episode highlights the factors that influenced this bold move and delves into the mindset that propelled Porcello from high school to professional baseball in just two short years. 12 Years in the Big Leagues - Building Year Over Year: The conversation transitions to Porcello's impressive 12-year career in the Major Leagues. He shares the intricacies of his development, offering a glimpse into both the physical and mental aspects of the game. This section provides a roadmap for athletes aspiring to achieve consistent growth and success over an extended professional career. Teammate and Competitor Insights: Porcello opens up about his role as both a teammate and a competitor. Listeners gain valuable insights into his approach as a starting pitcher and the meticulous mindset he adopted to hone his craft. Aspiring pitchers and baseball enthusiasts will find this segment particularly enlightening, offering a glimpse into the mindset of a professional athlete striving for excellence. Life Beyond the Diamond: Managing Distractions: In a candid discussion, Porcello shares details about his life off the field and the strategies he employed to manage distractions. This segment serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking tips on focus and discipline in their personal and professional lives. The MTB Performance Project's Episode 14 featuring Rick Porcello is a must-listen for sports enthusiasts, aspiring athletes, and anyone seeking inspiration from the world of professional baseball. The podcast provides a comprehensive exploration of Porcello's journey – from his early exposure to sports, the pivotal decision to enter the MLB draft, to his sustained success in the Major Leagues. Tune in for a front-row seat to the secrets of MLB success and the mindset that sets elite athletes like Rick Porcello apart. I hope you enjoy this episode! Best,  MTB

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August 11 1907: The Cardinals Ed Karger throws a perfect game against the Boston Doves in the second game of a doubleheader. The game was shortened to 7 innings by prior agreement which was commonplace at the time. This is the only abridged perfect game or no hitter that was not shortened by weather in the history of the game. After missing 6 weeks‚ first with broken ribs‚ then a thumb broken in a fight with a butcher's clerk‚ Ty Cobb signs a new 3-year contract and returns to the Tiger's lineup on August 11th, 1914. Cobb would play in only 97 games that season‚ but would still go on win another batting crown hitting .368. Under existing rules his 345 at bats were enough to qualify. Where have you gone Joe DiMaggio? August 11th, 1950. Hitting just .279 and languishing in a 4 for 38 slump, Yankee great Joe DiMaggio is benched for the first time in his career. His replacement‚ Cliff Mapes‚ gives the Yankees a 7 - 6 win over the A's with a mammoth 7th inning homer.1979 Phillies's reliever Tug McGraw surrenders an 8th inning grand slam to the Pirates' Ed Ott as the Bucs win 14 - 11. This would be the 4th grand slam McGraw gave up that season setting a new National League mark and tying with Detroit's Ray Narleski who did it in 1959. The Cubs paraded out 10 pitchers in a 17 inning, 10 to 8 loss to the Pirates on August 11th, 1985. This game is the continuation of a contest that started on April 20 but was suspended because of darkness. Barry Jones‚ the winning pitcher who struck out the side‚ and Barry Bonds‚ who drove in the game-winning run‚ were both in the minors when the game started. The losing Frank DiPino started the season with Houston. August 11th, 2009 Boston's 7 - 5 win over Detroit at Fenway Park is marred by a brawl in the 2nd inning. When Kevin Youkilis is hit by a Rick Porcello pitch, he charges the mound and both benches empty. Both players are ejected, and Youk's replacement, Mike Lowell, hits two home runs to power the Red Sox to victory.

Top of the Lineup is back baby! We dive into the hot stove and discuss the big moves after the first day of the Winter Meetings. We debate who we would rather have, deGrom or Verlander? We preview the first ever MLB lottery draft. Rick Porcello continues to bully one of the game's best pitchers.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'The BradFo Sho' (subscribe here): Since he last played big league baseball in 2020, few people around the game have laid eyes on Rick Porcello. The former Cy Young Award winner played his last game as a 31-year-old with the Mets and then seemingly disappeared for two years. Now he has reappeared, revealing to baseball fans everywhere where he has been, why he walked away and what his future plans are. The curious case of Rick Porcello has been solved. 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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'The BradFo Sho' (subscribe here): Since he last played big league baseball in 2020, few people around the game have laid eyes on Rick Porcello. The former Cy Young Award winner played his last game as a 31-year-old with the Mets and then seemingly disappeared for two years. Now he has reappeared, revealing to baseball fans everywhere where he has been, why he walked away and what his future plans are. The curious case of Rick Porcello has been solved. 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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'The BradFo Sho' (subscribe here): Since he last played big league baseball in 2020, few people around the game have laid eyes on Rick Porcello. The former Cy Young Award winner played his last game as a 31-year-old with the Mets and then seemingly disappeared for two years. Now he has reappeared, revealing to baseball fans everywhere where he has been, why he walked away and what his future plans are. The curious case of Rick Porcello has been solved. 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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'The BradFo Sho' (subscribe here): Since he last played big league baseball in 2020, few people around the game have laid eyes on Rick Porcello. The former Cy Young Award winner played his last game as a 31-year-old with the Mets and then seemingly disappeared for two years. Now he has reappeared, revealing to baseball fans everywhere where he has been, why he walked away and what his future plans are. The curious case of Rick Porcello has been solved. 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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'The BradFo Sho' (subscribe here): Since he last played big league baseball in 2020, few people around the game have laid eyes on Rick Porcello. The former Cy Young Award winner played his last game as a 31-year-old with the Mets and then seemingly disappeared for two years. Now he has reappeared, revealing to baseball fans everywhere where he has been, why he walked away and what his future plans are. The curious case of Rick Porcello has been solved. 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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'The BradFo Sho' (subscribe here): Since he last played big league baseball in 2020, few people around the game have laid eyes on Rick Porcello. The former Cy Young Award winner played his last game as a 31-year-old with the Mets and then seemingly disappeared for two years. Now he has reappeared, revealing to baseball fans everywhere where he has been, why he walked away and what his future plans are. The curious case of Rick Porcello has been solved. 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 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rick Porcello has pitched alongside Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and the newest Texas Ranger, Jacob deGrom. While it was for only one season, deGrom left as impactful of an impression on Porcello as any of his Porcello's former teammates. That's evident in listening to the former Tiger, Red Sox and Met talk about deGrom. If you're a Rangers fan and you want to get excited about your new ace, these few minutes are worth a listen.     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 'The BradFo Sho' (subscribe here): Since he last played big league baseball in 2020, few people around the game have laid eyes on Rick Porcello. The former Cy Young Award winner played his last game as a 31-year-old with the Mets and then seemingly disappeared for two years. Now he has reappeared, revealing to baseball fans everywhere where he has been, why he walked away and what his future plans are. The curious case of Rick Porcello has been solved. 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

Ken and Tim start the show by discussing the player who helped make the Orioles competitive ten years ago, and the player the franchise hopes can do it now. Manny Machado and Adley Rutschman are both having memorable seasons. Then it's on to the mailbag... -Will the Blue Jays be able to sign their young core long term? -Is baseball trying to eliminate three true outcomes? -Why do current players have so many moving parts in their swings? -Will players try to make pitchers eligible as hitters to save roster spot? -What happened to Rick Porcello? -What happened to protective caps for pitchers? -Best ballpark food Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email tabaseballshow@gmail.com. Follow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_Rosenthal Follow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken and Tim start the show by discussing the player who helped make the Orioles competitive ten years ago, and the player the franchise hopes can do it now. Manny Machado and Adley Rutschman are both having memorable seasons. Then it's on to the mailbag...-Will the Blue Jays be able to sign their young core long term?-Is baseball trying to eliminate three true outcomes?-Why do current players have so many moving parts in their swings?-Will players try to make pitchers eligible as hitters to save roster spot?-What happened to Rick Porcello?-What happened to protective caps for pitchers?-Best ballpark foodThose questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email tabaseballshow@gmail.com.Follow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the third hour of The Program, Soren Petro and Kurtis Seaboldt are joined by Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports to talk about CBS Sports Power Five college coaches ranking. Plus some talk about how rarely we remember MVP and other award winners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Cullen finishes up his series on players that didn't meet fantasy expectations in 2020 with a look at the likes of Mike Minor, Anthony DeSclafani, Rick Porcello, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick talks about which free-agent starting pitchers from MLB Trade Rumors' Top 50 Free Agents list are fits for the San Francisco Giants—and which aren't. Ben discusses whether Taijuan Walker, Garrett Richards, Corey Kluber, and Charlie Morton could be targets for the Giants, and why some pitchers do not fit even though they might seem to from afar. He also discusses the starting pitchers toward the bottom of MLBTR's list, including Adam Wainwright, Mike Minor, J.A. Happ, Jon Lester, and Rick Porcello.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you'll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Mets desperately needed to win a game Wednesday night, but found themselves in a early hole due to another poor start from Rick Porcello. Luckily the team showed great fight, clawing back into the game with great defense and timely dingers.The biggest play of the game was a leaping catch by Michael Conforto, saving three runs and potentially the Mets season. Listen for why the Mets need to spare no expense to keep him in Queens long-term.BombasBombas makes the most comfortable socks in the history of feet. But these socks do more than keep feet cozy. They help give back to the most vulnerable members of our community.Give a pair when you buy a pair, and get twenty percent off your first purchase at Bombas.com/lockedRock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you'll get $10 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Mets were swept in their first double-header of the week, as the Marlins snapped a five-game losing streak to New York with a pair of shutouts. Rick Porcello struggled in another start, but Corey Oswalt and Seth Lugo at least pitched well, showing promise for the rotation moving forward.As the Mets continue to fail with runners in scoring position, it's fair to wonder if the pressure of expectations is getting to them. What will it take to turn things around before it's too late?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you'll get $10 off your first order.FreshlyJoin almost ONE AND A HALF MILLION Satisfied Customers and skip the shopping, prepping, cooking, and clean up.  Freshly is offering our listeners FORTY DOLLARS OFF FOR THEIR FIRST TWO ORDERS at freshly.com/lockedon.Manscaped Go to Manscaped.com and use code LOCKED to get 20% Off and Free Shipping. Manscaped is #1 in men's below the belt grooming and offers precision-engineered tools for your family jewels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rick Porcello has now pitched back-to-back quality starts and has been aided by some exceptional defense behind him. Yet this effort was wasted, as the Mets continue to struggle with runners in scoring position.One promising development for the Mets has been the performance of Edwin Diaz, who has yet to give up a run this month. Is he earning trust to potentially get his closer's role back? Also could we see Robert Gsellman in the starting rotation soon?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! cbdMDOur friends at cbdMD have an amazing duo that can help you relax, regroup, and recharge when life gets chaotic. And to make it even easier cbdMD is offering all our listeners 25% OFF your next order when you use the promo code LOCKED ON MLB at checkout.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rick Porcello had his best start in a Mets uniform thus far on Wednesday, holding the Nationals to just one run across seven innings pitched. Porcello was backed up by outstanding infield defense, particularly by Andres Gimenez and J.D. Davis. Should the Mets look to keep those guys in the infield moving forward?Also New York made a trade to acquire a pitcher from the Rangers that was baffling. Why does the front office continue to make mistakes managing this roster?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PostmatesFor a limited time, Postmates is giving our listeners ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS of free deliverycredit for your first SEVEN days. To start your free deliveries, download the app and use codeLOCKEDONRad Power BikesRight now as a limited time offer, get a free accessory with the purchase of a bike. That's right. And FREE shipping to the lower 48 states. To get this special offer, text the word MLB to 64-000.ManscapedGo to Manscaped.com and use code LOCKED to get 20% Off and Free Shipping. Manscaped is #1 in men's below the belt grooming and offers precision-engineered tools for your family jewels.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Mets are about to start the season with a far inferior rotation then the one they finished with last year. Still, Jacob deGrom, Marcus Stroman and Steven Matz have all returned and will be counted on to produce at an elite level if the Mets want to clinch the NL East.Also newcomers Rick Porcello and Michael Wacha will be looking to have bounce-back years, otherwise the Mets may not have enough pitching to make the playoffs.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On episode 24 of the MetsCast, co-hosts Nick Durst and John Brown discussed:How could the 2019-2020 offseason have been so crazy?Will Jacob deGrom win a third straight CY Young award?Will deGrom be a hall of famer?Could Pete Alonso win MVP in 2020?Are the signings of Rick Porcello, Michael Wacha and Dellin Betances enough to help the Mets win the NL East?Will the Mets be playing in the World Series in 2020?Will Yoenis Cespedes have a huge 2020 season?Will the Mets address their bullpen issues?What can be expected from Jed Lowrie in 2020?Should the Mets have resigned Zack Wheeler?Is there a lot of pressure on Marcus Stroman this season?Should the Mets bench Robinson Cano in 2020?What can you expect from Luis Rojas?Will Steve Cohen still buy the Mets?

Host Ryan Finkelstein talks about the Mets surprising signing of Rick Porcello, giving them six potential starting pitchers for their rotation. Also talks about the potential of Dom Smith and Jed Lowrie being packaged in a trade for Jose Leclerc of the Texas Rangers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the show Jake and Matt spend most of this episode reminiscing about Rick Porcello's time with the Red Sox and what his future may hold.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the show Jake and Matt discuss the first good start in a long time from Rick Porcello leading to a Red Sox win.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the show Jake and Matt discuss the amazing pitchers duel between Rick Porcello and Jose Berrios which resulted in a Red Sox victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the show Jake and Matt discuss the 4-3 victory over the Rangers including Rick Porcello battling back from early struggles.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the show Jake and Matt dive into the the absolute gem tossed by Rick Porcello and other positives from the 5-1 victory.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is this it? Is this the long-awaited turning of the corner?? Rick Porcello went AL Cy Young mode vs Oakland Tuesday night and Mookie homered again. Josh recaps (from an airport hotel parking lot strangely enough) and rolls in sound from Porcello and Alex Cora.  

The Sox score nine unanswered runs to swamp the A's and maybe… MAYBE… spark the turnaround we've all been waiting on.  Chavis continues to rake, JD returns to the lineup, but not all is rosy: Josh explores some of the uglier April issues, looks ahead to the Rick Porcello start on Tuesday and checks in with Alex Cora.

In the first segment of the show Jake and Matt discuss the Chris Sale signing and what it means for the team moving forward. How does this signing affect the upcoming free agents Xander Bogaerts, J.D. Martinez, and Rick Porcello. In the second segment they discuss the opening day roster with a focus on the bullpen. Can the bullpen hold up and what adds can be made to the pen later in the year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For a third straight spring training, the BradfoSho kicked off the new baseball season with a remote podcast at Twin Peaks in Fort Myers. Once again joining Rob Bradford was Rick Porcello, who hand-picked Red Sox teammates Brian Johnson and Bobby Poyner to replace Joe Kelly for what is always one of the more insightful and entertaining podcasts of the year. The foursome touched on a variety of topics, including little-known facts about spring training, behind-the-scenes stories from last year's World Series run, a hard look at the state of baseball and Porcello's mindset heading into his contract year.

Evan Drellich and Lou Merloni break down the most talked-about topics from the week in Red Sox nation:0:20 - With Hanley Ramirez being designated for assignment, Evan and Lou discuss why they think it was a bad move for Dave Dombrowski and the Red Sox.6:50 - After Chris Sale's poor performance on Sunday vs. the Braves, Evan and Lou look at his numbers through May from his first two seasons with Boston. They also talk about David Price's recent success and Rick Porcello's up-and-down season.14:14 - Evan and Lou quickly go around the horn to look at storylines around Boston and the rest of the majors: Five new inductees into the Red Sox Hall of Fame; Mookie Betts scratched from Sunday's game with tightness in his left side; Red Sox and Astros will clash late this week.

This week on The Dude & Bird Show, they get loud about the Boston Red Sox's chase of the AL EAST Pennant and they take a look back at Rick Porcello's loses to give proper blame. Plus they discuss the hot topic of NFL Protests following President Donald Trump's comments. After that they take a trip to The Razor to hit on Patriots vs. Texans/Panthers. Plus this week we lost a legend in Hugh Hefner, so they take a look back at some of their favorite cover girls. AND of course they hit on your favorite segments #JustForFood, "Bird Cage" and "Slammin' Slewbanger of the Week!" Ya never know what these Townies will talk about! Hit us on the email thedudeandbirdshow@gmail.com, Twitter & Instagram @ DudeAndBirdShow and Facebook! **MAY CONTAIN EXPLICIT CONTENT** Thank you to bensound.com for the royalty-free music beds.

0:14 - Lou Merloni, Evan Drellich, and Tim Britton debate what the playoff rotation should look like and discuss if Doug Fister has earned a spot over Rick Porcello. 5:12 - It's looking like the Red Sox will have to play either the Indians or the Astros in the ALDS. Which team would you rather face? The guys break it down. 9:54 - Britton talks about how David Price might be more effective pitching out of the bullpen in the postseason but Drellich does not agree. 15:48 - Has Corey Kluber overtaken Chris Sale as the favorite to win the A.L. Cy Young award winner? Lou Merloni believes so.

0:14 - With Aaron Judge slumping since the All-Star break and Andrew Benintendi on a hot streak, Lou Merloni, Evan Drellich, and Dan Shaughnessy discuss if Benintendi could overtake Judge for Rookie of the Year by the end of the season. 3:55 - Red Sox owner John Henry says that he would like to change the name of Yawkey Way. Should they change the name and if so, what should they rename the street? 9:12 - Merloni, Drellich, and Shaughnessy talk about Rafael Devers and how impressive he has been in his short time in the major leagues. 13:21 - Could David Price be out for the remainder of the season? Lou Merloni thinks it is possible now that Price has hit a snag in his rehab. 15:24 - Rick Porcello seems to have gained some confidence. The guys on The Baseball Show discuss where in the rotation Porcello might be pitching in the playoffs.

This week the Red Sox didn't do so hot an we break it all down! From the bullpen blowup on Wednesday to Rick Porcello finally pitching well WITH run support we're covering it all!  We go on to cover the two signings by the Sox, Sonny Gray trade rumors and if the Sox should be interested (they are per reports).  Finally we wrap up the show with some sad news in baseball, and a SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT that you don't want to miss!  Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to us on iTunes as well as follow us on Twitter @Redsox_beat

This week Jared and Jess hold down with fort while Lauren is away!! They talk the great week for the Red Sox that brought them to a tie for first place! Xander and Betts are hot, Vazquez might have earned himself the starting gig permanantely and more! This week did have some negatives as well and Jared makes sure to shine a light on those along with the big question of if the Yankees decline is happening! Listen to the all new RSB and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to us on ITUNES!