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They Said It is a quick back and forth on what was said in the sports world yesterday. Today we hear from Charlie Baker, Roman Anthony and the obligatory AJ Brown update.
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Red Sox Outfielder Roman Anthony meets with the Boston media to discuss his experience in the WBC as he arrives back in Red Sox Spring Training 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
Venezuela beat USA in the World Baseball Classic final (2:51)! ... Eduardo Rodriguez and Daniel Palencia both dominated (7:38). ... News (13:24): Seiya Suzuki has a sprained PCL in his knee. ... Chase Burns, Rhett Lowder and Brandon Williamson all made the Reds' Opening Day roster (19:25). ... Let's run through some spring training standouts from Tuesday (24:27). ... Roman Anthony is rising while Zach Neto is falling in ADP (36:03). ... Buy or sell Matt McLain's rise (41:26)? ... Buy or sell Cam Schlittler, Spencer Strider and Tatsuya Imai (45:53)? ... Buy or sell Jac Caglianone, Bubba Chandler, Emmet Sheehan and Jacob Misiorowski (52:03)? ... Are these injured names falling too far (1:02:00)? ... Yay or nay on these late-round players (1:07:18)? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ 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
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to Team USA choking against Team Venezuela last night.(12:08) We touch on Aaron Judge's history of coming up short on the big stage.(23:45) The crew starts going back and forth on the biggest chokers in the history of Boston sports.(36:19) We finish the hour by questioning the expectations for Roman Anthony in 2026.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hart, Fitzy and Ted debate the greatest strengths of the 2026 Red Sox, including the starting rotation, Roman Anthony's growing stardom, and much more.
Should this year have been a rebuild year for the Boston Bruins? They Said It has Joe Mazzulla commenting on Jaylen Browns big night against the Phoenix Suns, Jaylen Brown getting to celebrate with the people of Boston for St. Patrick's Day, and Mark DeRosa gives praise to Roman Anthony. The News holds some motor bikers who caused heavy damage on a golf course.
HR 1 - The Lead: Jaylen Brown should without a doubt, be the MVP HR 2 - How high is Roman Anthony's potential? HR 3 - The Celtics can't have Brown and Tatum both as #1 options HR 4 - Schiemiokie
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): We have arrived at the championship game of the World Baseball Classic, with Team USA slated to face off with Venezuela. Bradfo is boots on the ground in Miami, allowing him to wax poetic about how awesome the scene has been and promises to be. Along the way, one player has made perhaps the greatest impression of all - Roman Anthony. Bradfo catches up with the Team USA outfielder while soliciting the perspectives of David Ross, Sean Casey and Adam Ottavino regarding Anthony. It's some of our favorites all in one very well-timed podcast. 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
The Roman Empire has officially expanded to the global stage! Following a massive Team USA victory over the Dominican Republic, the WEEI team breaks down the breakout performance that has the baseball world buzzing.
The Roman Empire has officially expanded to the global stage! Following a massive Team USA victory over the Dominican Republic, the WEEI team breaks down the breakout performance that has the baseball world buzzing.
Team USA wins a tight World Baseball Classic semifinal 2-1 over the Dominican Republic. Buster Olney and Dave Schoenfield link up following the game to discuss the bad strike call that ended the game, Team USA's outstanding bullpen, the Dominican Republic's missed opportunities, Junior Caminero hitting another bomb, Julio Rodriguez and Aaron Judge making outrageous defensive plays, Red Sox fans salivating over Roman Anthony, USA manager Mark DeRosa making the right move starting Gunner Henderson, and whether Italy or Venezuela has a better shot against the Americans in the WBC final on Tuesday. 0:00 Dave Schoenfield & Buster recap USA-DOM 24:19 New York Yankees preview 25:44 New York Mets preview 26:57 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Team USA wins a tight World Baseball Classic semifinal 2-1 over the Dominican Republic. Buster Olney and Dave Schoenfield link up following the game to discuss the bad strike call that ended the game, Team USA's outstanding bullpen, the Dominican Republic's missed opportunities, Junior Caminero hitting another bomb, Julio Rodriguez and Aaron Judge making outrageous defensive plays, Red Sox fans salivating over Roman Anthony, USA manager Mark DeRosa making the right move starting Gunner Henderson, and whether Italy or Venezuela has a better shot against the Americans in the WBC final on Tuesday. 0:00 Dave Schoenfield & Buster recap USA-DOM 24:19 New York Yankees preview 25:44 New York Mets preview 26:57 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing last night's USA vs Dominican Republic World Baseball Classic game last night and the controversial strike call to end the game. (16:35) The callers give their thoughts on the World Baseball Classic. (24:12) Mazz has some thoughts on Paul Skenes's postgame comments following last night's victory for the Americans. (38:06) Some thoughts on Roman Anthony's home run in last night's game. Plus, thoughts on the performance of the other Red Sox in the tournament.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Toucher and Hardy touch on some things from over the weekend. Do kids still go to the St. Patrick's Day parade? Hardy is heading to Vegas, and is going to a Golden Knights game. (21:47) The guys discuss the US' 2-1 win over the Dominican Republic in the WBC semifinal. Roman Anthony hit the go-ahead home run to put USA in the finals. (33:33) Toucher and Hardy talk about The Players championship, or what many are calling “The 5th Major.” They also talk about the conference championships, and preview the NCAA bracket. 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.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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
C-Lo is here with the sounds of Team USA's win as Roman Anthony homered. Aaron Judge talked about the atmosphere being bigger and better than the World Series. All the locals play Friday in the NCAA tournament. Boomer had to sit in the middle seat on his flight home and he drank canned wine. Sad.
With Gio stuck in Florida, Boomer and Jerry open the show by breaking down Team USA's World Baseball Classic victory over the Dominican Republic and St. John's Big East title win over UConn. C-Lo joins for his first update featuring Roman Anthony's home run, Aaron Judge's high praise for the WBC atmosphere, and Friday's NCAA tournament slate for the local teams. Finally, Boomer recounts a rough flight home in a middle seat fueled by questionable canned wine.
They Said It today hears from Aaron Judge, David Ortiz, Roman Anthony and Vince Carter who is not a fan of the idea to cut NBA games to stop load management.
Hour 1 - America moving onto the Finals. Roman Anthony is that guy! Hour 2 - How can NBA stop load management? Hour 3 - The News! How good can Roman Anthony be? Hour 4 - Who deserves the credit for this Celtics season?
How good could Roman Anthony end up being? Curtis says he could be one of the all-time greats. Scheim gives his lead for the morning.
Has the World Baseball Classic given you more hope for the Sox bats headed into the Baseball season? With Roman Anthony already showing signs of superstardom, how good can he get?
The crew listen back to the best Hill Notes of the day. Hill-Noters try to solve the worlds biggest problem, load management in the NBA while also telling us to slow down on Roman Anthony hype.
Hour 3 - Scheim gives us the News for the morning which includes an Oscars recap. The crew debate just how good can Roman Anthony be and is there even a player-comp for him?
Hour 1 - The crew react to America advancing to the finals of the World Baseball classic. Is this tournament giving you hope for the Red Sox offense and how good can Roman Anthony end up being?
The Roman Empire has officially expanded to the global stage! Following a massive Team USA victory over the Dominican Republic, the WEEI team breaks down the breakout performance that has the baseball world buzzing.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to Team USA beating Team Dominican Republic in the semifinals of the WBC last night.(10:10) The crew goes back and forth on whether you missed the ABS system in last night's game.(20:15) We touch on Roman Anthony's performance and the hype of the entire tournament.(31:34) The guys finish the hour with the latest from Rapsheet on the AJ Brown front.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Roman Anthony lifts up Team USA in the WBC
Topics discussed: Roman Anthony continues his World Baseball Classic dominance; is he destined for MLB super-stardom? // Has Red Sox player success in the WBC changed your mind about the potential success of the 2026 team? // Evaluating the popularity of the World Baseball Classic, and whether it's growing // NFL insider lays out the blueprint for how a possible A.J. Brown-Patriots trade could play out // Do the Patriots have to complete a trade or A.J. Brown for us to call it a "successful" offseason? // What Jaylen Brown's presence at the Southie St. Patrick's Day parade says about his relationship with Boston // Evaluating Jayson Tatum's performance through four games in return from injury // Sharing bizarre stats about LeBron James, Alex Ovechkin + Joel Embiid // "Fitzy's Five" things you need to know if you missed the 2026 Oscars // Brody Bumila's brillance, Fleet complete comeback + other weekend sports headlines (Odds and Ends) // Three Point Stance, The Drive + much more!
Roman Anthony lifts up Team USA in the WBC // Can the Red Sox build off player momentum at WBC? // Aaron Judge says WBC crowds are better than the World Series //
Estados Unidos derrotó 2-1 a República Dominicana en una emocionante semifinal del World Baseball Classic 2026, avanzando así a su tercera final consecutiva del torneo.  Los cuadrangulares de Gunnar Henderson y Roman Anthony en la cuarta entrada marcaron la diferencia para el equipo estadounidense, mientras que el pitcheo encabezado por Paul Skenes y el bullpen logró contener a la poderosa ofensiva dominicana.  En este episodio de Baseball News analizamos todo lo ocurrido en la jornada del Clásico Mundial de Béisbol: ⚾ Estados Unidos elimina a República Dominicana y clasifica a la Final del WBC
Host Grant Mona reacts to a massive Sunday for American sports, from the high-stakes atmosphere of the World Baseball Classic in Miami to a playoff-level showdown at Crypto.com Arena that saw the Lakers continue their surge up the Western Conference standings. Segment One: Team USA Survives a Nailbiter in Miami Team USA is heading to the WBC Championship! Grant breaks down the U.S.'s gritty 2–1 victory over a star-studded Dominican Republic squad in front of a raucous sell-out crowd. The Skenes Factor: Grant reacts to a dominant outing from Paul Skenes, who lived up to the hype by stifling the Dominican bats for over four innings. The Power of the Youth: Analysis of the solo shots from Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony that provided all the offense the U.S. needed. Controversy at the Cup: Grant discusses the drama surrounding the game's final out—a called strike three against Geraldo Perdomo that has the baseball world buzzing. Segment Two: "We Approached It Like a Playoff Game" The Los Angeles Lakers secured what Grant calls their "win of the year," a thrilling 127–125 overtime victory over the Denver Nuggets. We hear from a fired-up JJ Redick, who discusses the team's mental toughness after blowing a double-digit lead only to reclaim it when it mattered most. The Luka Special: Reaction to Luka Dončić's 30-point triple-double, capped off by his game-winning fadeaway with 0.5 seconds left in OT. The "Perfect Miss": Grant breaks down Austin Reaves' high-IQ play at the end of regulation—intentionally missing a free throw and grabbing his own rebound to force the extra period. Contender Status: With the Lakers officially moving into 3rd place in the West, Grant asks the players if the "boogeyman" narrative surrounding Denver is finally dead. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The MLB season is around the corner and we're kicking off our 2026 MLB Preview Series with special guest Steven Russell. Steven and Josh make their official predictions for the upcoming season including AL & NL MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and World Series champion — plus a dark horse and long-shot pick for every award. We also play Who Would You Rather Have Going Forward featuring a loaded Vladimir Guerrero Jr. edition and a Roman Anthony edition, debating some of the biggest young stars in baseball like Juan Soto, Ronald Acuña Jr., Gunnar Henderson, Julio Rodríguez, Jackson Chourio, and more. Then we debate Way or No Way: which players could realistically be traded during the season, including Tarik Skubal, Sandy Alcantara, Jarren Duran, Byron Buxton, and CJ Abrams. Finally, we close with Hall of Fame or Hall of Very Good: Current Players Edition, featuring debates on Jacob deGrom, Manny Machado, Nolan Arenado, Corey Seager, Paul Goldschmidt, Giancarlo Stanton, and José Ramírez. A packed show to kick off our MLB Preview Series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Brian reacts to Roman Anthony's strong performance in the World Baseball Classic and breaks down why he thinks Anthony can be one of the best players in the league this season (0:00). Then, he chats with MassLive's Chris Mason about the Patriots' offseason, they grade their additions so far, and they talk about what more needs to be done (23:00). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Anthony and answering a listener email about college basketball (1:06:00). 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 www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Mason Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Boston Red Sox are taking over the baseball world as Roman Anthony, Jarren Duran, and Masataka Yoshida have dominated at the World Baseball Classic. Joey Copponi and Scott Neville talk about the tournament, the USA's near miss, manager Mark DeRosa's mismanagement, and much more!
Welcome to Episode 151 of Tablesetters, where we cover everything happening across the world of baseball. Tonight's WBC special focuses on the dramatic end of pool play in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, where Italy finished a perfect 4–0 in Pool B, Mexico was eliminated, and Team USA advanced to the knockout stage as the quarterfinal bracket was finally set. Italy clinched the group with a 9–1 victory over Mexico in Houston, powered by a historic performance from captain Vinnie Pasquantino. Entering the game without a hit in the tournament, Pasquantino delivered the first three-home-run game in World Baseball Classic history, homering in the second, sixth, and eighth innings to turn a tight game into a runaway. Italy's lineup added to the momentum when Jon Berti homered in the fourth, and a fifth-inning rally widened the gap as Dante Nori executed a bunt that brought home a run before Jakob Marsee followed with a two-run single. On the mound, Aaron Nola gave Italy exactly the start it needed, throwing five innings while allowing four hits and striking out five, keeping Mexico from ever building sustained pressure. The result finalized the Pool B standings with Italy at 4–0, the United States at 3–1, and Mexico eliminated at 2–2. For Team USA, the path through the group included strong offensive production — the Americans scored 35 runs in four games — with contributions from hitters like Aaron Judge, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Roman Anthony, allowing them to advance as the runner-up behind Italy. Now the tournament shifts to the stage where none of the pool-play math matters anymore. The quarterfinals begin in Houston when Team USA faces Canada, while Italy meets Puerto Rico in the second matchup. On the other side of the bracket, Japan faces Venezuela and Dominican Republic meets South Korea, with the semifinals and championship set for Miami at loanDepot Park. From here, the format becomes brutally simple. Eight teams remain, and every game is win or go home.
Welcome to Episode 148 of Tablesetters, where we cover everything happening across the world of baseball. Tonight's WBC special focuses on one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 World Baseball Classic so far — Italy's 8–6 upset of Team USA in Houston, a result that completely reshapes the race in Pool B. For most of the night, Italy controlled the game from the start. The breakthrough came in the second inning when Kyle Teel launched a 347-foot solo home run off Nolan McLean to give Italy a 1–0 lead. Moments later Sam Antonacci crushed a 403-foot two-run homer, scoring Jac Caglianone and suddenly putting the Americans in a 3–0 hole. Italy struck again in the fourth inning, when Caglianone blasted a 403-foot two-run home run off Ryan Yarbrough, stretching the lead to 5–0. Meanwhile, Michael Lorenzen delivered exactly the start Italy needed, throwing 4.2 scoreless innings and holding a lineup featuring Aaron Judge, Bobby Witt Jr., and Kyle Schwarber almost completely silent. The game nearly slipped completely away from Team USA in the sixth inning, when Italy pushed the lead to 8–0. The rally included a fielder's choice that scored J.J. D'Orazio after a Brad Keller throwing error, a Dante Nori sacrifice fly, and Antonacci scoring on a Keller wild pitch. But the Americans finally responded late. Gunnar Henderson put Team USA on the board with a 414-foot solo homer in the sixth, and the comeback accelerated in the seventh when Pete Crow-Armstrong crushed a three-run homer, cutting the deficit to 8–4. The pressure continued in the eighth, when Roman Anthony drove in Kyle Schwarber with an RBI single, bringing the Americans within 8–5. Then in the ninth, Crow-Armstrong struck again, launching a 402-foot solo home run to make it 8–6 and bring the tying run to the plate. But Italy closer Greg Weissert ended the comeback by striking out Aaron Judge, sealing the upset. The final numbers were unusual: Italy scored eight runs on just six hits, while Team USA outhit them 11–6 but committed two costly errors. The loss leaves the United States 3–1 in Pool B, meaning their fate now depends on the final pool game between Italy and Mexico. If Italy wins, Team USA advances as the runner-up. If Mexico wins, all three teams would finish 3–1, forcing a complicated tiebreaker based on runs allowed per defensive out recorded — a scenario made dangerous for the Americans after allowing eight runs in this game. In a tournament where momentum can change instantly, Italy didn't just pull an upset — it turned the entire pool upside down.
Hour 2 - Wiggy is upset that the NBA cancelled Magic City night. They Said It hears from Roman Anthony and Paul Pierce. The crew debate if baseball should move the World Baseball Classic to the middle of the season.
They Said It is a quick back and forth on what was said in the sports world. Today we hear from Roman Anthony after hitting missiles in the WBC and Paul Pierce on the truth about Tatum and Brown.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour talking about the Maxx Crosby trade to the Ravens and adjectives Zo would use for the Pats offseason.(10:37) We touch on the Red Sox showing out in the WBC and whether Roman Anthony is already slow.(21:06) The guys reflect on Paul Pierce saying Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown don't care about who gets credit.(29:28) We close the hour with thoughts on the charges against Christian Barmore being dropped.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Eric discusses the recent game between the USA and Mexico in the WBC. He praises Roman Anthony's performance and Bobby Witt Jr.'s impressive defensive plays. The controversy surrounding Randy Arozarena's snub by Cal Raleigh is also discussed, with Eric suggesting it may be a one-time incident rather than a serious issue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aaron Judge and Roman Anthony homered and Paul Skenes tossed four one-hit innings as the U.S. stayed perfect at the World Baseball Classic. In other WBC action, Venezuela, Korea, Puerto Rico and the D.R. joined Japan with spots in the quarterfinals. 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
El World Baseball Classic 2026 sigue avanzando y ya comienzan a definirse los clasificados a los cuartos de final del torneo. En este episodio de Baseball News analizamos todo lo ocurrido en la jornada del Clásico Mundial de Béisbol. ⚾ República Dominicana y Venezuela aseguran su clasificación y se enfrentarán en un esperado duelo el miércoles.
Eric discusses the recent game between the USA and Mexico in the WBC. He praises Roman Anthony's performance and Bobby Witt Jr.'s impressive defensive plays. The controversy surrounding Randy Arozarena's snub by Cal Raleigh is also discussed, with Eric suggesting it may be a one-time incident rather than a serious issue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to Episode 147 of Tablesetters, where we cover everything happening across the world of baseball. Tonight's WBC special continues our coverage of the 2026 World Baseball Classic as the pool stage moves into its decisive stretch and the knockout picture begins to take shape. We're recording after Team USA's 5–3 victory over Mexico in Houston, a win that pushed the Americans to 3–0 in Pool B and firmly into control of the group. The tone of the game was set by Paul Skenes, who delivered one of the most dominant outings of the tournament so far. In his WBC debut, Skenes threw 4.0 innings, allowing just one hit while striking out seven to keep Mexico's powerful lineup completely off balance. The decisive moment came in the third inning. Aaron Judge launched a two-run home run to open the scoring, and Roman Anthony followed with a towering three-run shot that extended the lead to 5–0 and ultimately decided the game. Mexico attempted a late comeback behind Jarren Duran, who finished 3-for-4 with two home runs, but the United States defense shut the door after a key double play started by Bobby Witt Jr. in the eighth inning. The win leaves Team USA in position to win Pool B outright if they defeat Italy in their final pool game. Elsewhere in the tournament, Puerto Rico has already clinched its quarterfinal berth after defeating Cuba 4–1 in San Juan and improving to 3–0 in Pool A. Cuba and Canada remain locked in a battle for the second spot. In Tokyo, defending champion Japan finished 3–0 in Pool C and continues to look like the tournament standard, while South Korea advanced as the pool runner-up through the tournament's tiebreaker system. In Miami, both Venezuela and the Dominican Republic remain undefeated at 3–0 and have already secured places in the knockout stage, with the Dominican lineup exploding offensively behind Fernando Tatis Jr. With the pool stage nearing its conclusion, the knockout bracket is beginning to form. The top two teams from each pool will advance to the quarterfinals in Houston and Miami before the tournament moves entirely to Miami for the semifinals and championship game. The tournament format also includes relegation. Each pool contains five teams, and the nation that finishes last must return to the qualifying tournaments to reach the next World Baseball Classic. Meanwhile, the top four teams in each pool automatically qualify for the 2029 event. At this stage, Brazil, Czechia, and Nicaragua are among the teams confirmed to be relegated after finishing at the bottom of their groups. With the knockout stage approaching, the remaining games will determine the final quarterfinal matchups and could set up major clashes between teams like Team USA, Puerto Rico, Japan, the Dominican Republic, and Venezuela as the tournament moves toward Miami.
March turns into a sports crossroads, and we lean right into it. We open on the Celtics' post‑All‑Star surge and ask the real question: is Boston's depth finally built to travel through four rounds? From Keta's 27 and 17 against Philly to Hugo's two‑way punch, we break down how unexpected minutes are reshaping matchups, why the Lakers beatdown meant more than the score, and how to reintroduce Tatum without tripping the rhythm that's working.Then we switch diamonds. The Red Sox suddenly have the kind of rotation you can sell in any ballpark—Crochet, Suarez, Sonny Gray, Bayo, and Oviedo—but a lineup with more questions than thunder. We unpack the outfield logjam, make the case for Roman Anthony as an everyday middle‑order bat, and get honest about what happens if Trevor Story can't give you 140 games. It's not just talent; it's sequencing, protection, and the courage to let a young hitter learn under real lights. Along the way, we tip our caps to the World Baseball Classic and why staging it during spring training actually sharpens edges for players and fans.Finally, the NFL refuses to sit quiet. With a thin free agent WR class, we explore why true number ones will cost draft picks, not just dollars, and what that means for New England's chase for a field‑tilter like AJ Brown. We also dive into quarterback musical chairs—processing versus raw talent, Kyler versus Mac in the right system—and why structure plus stars still beats star power alone. If you want a candid look at where Boston teams can separate and how front offices can finish the job, this one's for you.If you enjoyed the show, follow, share with a friend, and leave a quick review. Your notes help us shape smarter, sharper episodes—what should we tackle next?Support the show-----------https://www.MTPshow.comOur Social Mediahttps://linktr.ee/MTPSHOW-----------Hosts: Mike Marcangelo, Dave Clarke, Rayshawn Buchanan, Bob KellyProducer: Craig D'AlessandroInquiries: Craig@mtpshow.com
00:00 - The Red Sox are not far off from a deep playoff run. What more could they need? 19:25 - Is AJ Brown really an upgrade from Stefon Diggs? 38:23 - Maxx Crosby is off the board. Where does Vrabel go from here?
WEEI presents a collection of discussions about the Boston Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons
WEEI presents a collection of discussions about the Boston Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons
WEEI presents a collection of discussions about the Boston Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons
The crew debate if any other Boston athlete has ever had more pressure at such a young than Roman Anthony. Hill Notes are focused with chicken and final predictions for Tatum's possible return.
The crew tries to figure out the closest comparison for Roman Anthony as he bears a massive responsibility with this Red Sox team.