Podcast appearances and mentions of Sam Kennedy

Sam Kennedy said extending Roman Anthony was what the fans wanted and they got it, but are times now changing from the Red Sox front office? Then, Christopher Smith of MassLive joins to talk the Sox mindset regarding the front office and why Roman Anthony's extension won't haunt the Sox at all. And, a celebration segment enjoying the recent struggles from the Yankees.

Sam Kennedy joins, says Roman signing shows commitment to homegrown guys

Sam Kennedy joins, says Roman signing shows commitment to homegrown guys // Hill Notes and fireworks: a winning combination // Greg's off to the island for some R+R //

The Sox break the winning streak but good news as they ink Roman long term! // Greg gets his flowers for predicting the Roman Anthony signing // Scheim is pleased Will Campbell is showing his character in the trenches // The country is torn on the 4 most "major" cities in the US // They Said It: Things getting physical at Pats joint practices // The News With Courtney: Wiggy and Coco argue over pedestrian crossing // Would Wiggy eat it? Ketchup smoothie: NOPE // Joe Milton: better than Drake Maye? One show member vehemently disagrees // Wiggy math puts The Children's Museum above Fenway when it comes to cost // Sam Kennedy joins, says Roman signing shows commitment to homegrown guys // Hill Notes and fireworks: a winning combination // Greg's off to the island for some R+R //

Sam Kennedy echoed a lot of Craig Breslow's comments about the trade deadline and emphasized making moves that the fans want. Does this signify the front office and ownership turning over a new leaf or is there still reason to be skeptical?

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start today's show talking about the Roman Anthony extension and what it means for the Red Sox; Anthony, Craig Breslow, and Sam Kennedy met with the media on Wednesday. (15:57) The crew digs more into the details of the Roman Anthony deal and how it looks for the Red Sox ownership. (22:38) We discuss what a potential salary cap would look like in the MLB. (33:08) The guys finish the hour taking calls and reactions to the Roman Anthony deal. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael

John Henry alerted Roman Anthony via email about the contract extension. We want to see the email. Locking up their core is the Sox strategy. Will it work? Emulating the Atlanta Braves. They won a World Series. 2018 World Series team was very home grown. How much of a comparison is there? If the Red Sox ask you to a commercial, say no! There is some kind of curse there. ALSO, On the Clock, what to expect from Patriots preseason game 2, and some betting tips. Keefer Madness - Radioactive Wasps???

Here is how the show looked today HR 1 - The Roman Anthony Contract Hour HR 2 - Pats defense + Maye won joint practice | Bradfo joins the show HR 3 - Sam Kennedy gives Breslow's deadline props | What to expect at Pats preseason in 60 seconds HR 4 - Pats Preseason watchlist | Smelling salts update | San Diego Guy revisited

Sam Kennedy glazes Breslow's deadline aggression. Nothing is fascinating about failure, says Hart. I guess their deal was not good enough, meaning Breslow was not good enough. What are we missing here? You need a fourth starter for the playoffs! Caller calls out Ted for telling Patriots fans to get over Tom Brady.

Sam Kennedy glazes Breslow's deadline aggression. Nothing is fascinating about failure, says Hart. I guess their deal was not good enough, meaning Breslow was not good enough. What are we missing here? You need a fourth starter for the playoffs! Caller calls out Ted for telling Patriots fans to get over Tom Brady. Quiz with Stiz Odds and Ends

How will the Red Sox' play since the All-Star break affect their plans ahead of the July 31 trade deadline? They won just one game in both Chicago and Philadelphia, but Wednesday's win over the Phillies may have been their best win of the year. Sam Kennedy joins The Greg Hill Show, Rob Bradford joins Jones & Keefe, and Alex Cora joins WEEI Afternoons.

How will the Red Sox' play since the All-Star break affect their plans ahead of the July 31 trade deadline? They won just one game in both Chicago and Philadelphia, but Wednesday's win over the Phillies may have been their best win of the year. Sam Kennedy joins The Greg Hill Show, Rob Bradford joins Jones & Keefe, and Alex Cora joins WEEI Afternoons.

How will the Red Sox' play since the All-Star break affect their plans ahead of the July 31 trade deadline? They won just one game in both Chicago and Philadelphia, but Wednesday's win over the Phillies may have been their best win of the year. Sam Kennedy joins The Greg Hill Show, Rob Bradford joins Jones & Keefe, and Alex Cora joins WEEI Afternoons.

We now sit exactly one week away from the trade deadline and Jeff Passan hinted at another deadline for the Sox that doesn't have any urgency. How frustrating will things get if Sam Kennedy and company once again don't take the big risk they took in the offseason? Then, a tribute to Hulk Hogan and Justin Fields' odd injury timeline in the 6:30 Headlines. And, Jeff Teague hinted that LeBron James took steroids in 2014, but this shouldn't be treated as just a joke.

Sam Kennedy joins, says last night's win was a must for morale // Greg is terrified of a robot serving his food and drinks // Hill Noters celebrate the beginning of Pats' training camp //

Sam Kennedy joins, says they are well aware last night's win was a must for morale

The Sox squeak one out in extra innings and stay in the playoff hunt // Courtney efforts to find Scheim predicting 6 wins for the Pats // Courtney loves Drake Maye's confidence, thinks he will excel // Wiggy says the Sox need to take advantage of Dodgers when they are wounded // Greg wants the Sox to go after pitching // The News With Courtney: Baseball fights and serial killer sentencing // Vendors at Fenway are set to strike this weekend. No beer, no food: no fun // Wiggy is looking for a receiver to step it up when Diggs is double covered // After avoiding the sweep, it's on to the Dodgers to stay afloat // Sam Kennedy joins, says last night's win was a must for morale // Greg is terrified of a robot serving his food and drinks // Hill Noters celebrate the beginning of Pats' training camp //

The Red Sox finally won an extra innings road game after rallying back from a five run deficit. Sam Kennedy says the team wants to add pitching, and possibly some catching and first base help. Do we trust Craig Breslow to have a successful deadline?

Sam Kennedy tells the Greg Hill Show that the Red Sox want to add pitching, catching, and first base help. Do we trust Craig Breslow to handle the trade deadline after a dud last year?

Sam Kennedy cites the biggest needs for the Red Sox on the Greg Hill Show. Do we trust they will add? Grab Bag and Clip du Jour

Sam Kennedy says the Red Sox want to add pitching along with help at catcher and first base at the trade deadline. Rob Bradford thinks the Sox will be aggressive at the deadline, and would be fine dealing any prospect in the system for help at the Major League level.

In this episode of The Deal, Alex Rodriguez tells Jason Kelly about his experience at the MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta. Then, they speak with Sam Kennedy about his “bold decision making” as President and CEO of the Boston Red Sox. Kennedy tells the hosts how he handles tough decisions like trading Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants, why buying Liverpool FC is proof that “there's really no bad ideas,” and why he decided to invest in the PGA Tour. You can also watch this interview on the Bloomberg Podcasts YouTube page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone & Paul Perillo begin today's show by discussing where the Red Sox stand right now; Keep rolling against bad teams. (10:24) The guys touch on Chirs Cotillo saying a decision on the outfield roster is coming soon; Jarren Duran or Wilyer Abreau likely to be the odd man out. (23:29) The guys talk about Sam Kennedy and the Red Sox approach at the deadline; What would it take to get Paul Skenes in Boston? (34:55) Zolak & McKone finish off the hour discussing the Robot umps coming to the All-Star Game this year.; ABS system will let players challenge calls.

The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Sam Kennedy joins The Greg Hill Show to discuss the team's approach to the trade deadline. Has this team done enough to warrant buying? Who might they trade if they decide to sell? Why does this team struggle so much with fundamentals?

The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Sam Kennedy joins The Greg Hill Show to discuss the team's approach to the trade deadline. Has this team done enough to warrant buying? Who might they trade if they decide to sell? Why does this team struggle so much with fundamentals?

The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Sam Kennedy joins The Greg Hill Show to discuss the team's approach to the trade deadline. Has this team done enough to warrant buying? Who might they trade if they decide to sell? Why does this team struggle so much with fundamentals?

(0:00) Alex Barth & George Balekji kick-off Hour #2 with the Red Sox catching a stray during the introduction of a Massachusetts participant in the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition. Have the Red Sox become a punchline? (7:56) Barth & Balekji react to a mashup of comments made by Sam Kennedy and Craig Breslow on consecutive days earlier in the week. Is the organization feeling more pressure than it usually does? The duo question what Breslow will do as the trade deadline approaches. They both express the mediocre Red Sox' need to add in order to improve the team's chances of making a run this season. (20:48) Steve Buckley recalls a Larry Lucchino story from "Boston Has Entered The Chat" on NESN. Do the Red Sox need a "bully" like Lucchino in the front office? Barth & Balekji heap praise for the late Larry Lucchino. (30:46) Red Sox open series with (11-2) win over the Nationals in a Fourth of July matinee. Sox bats provide fireworks with a 7-run 5th Inning. Balekji highlights Giolito's recent success on the mound. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @RealAlexBarth | @GeorgeBalekji | @jorgiesepulveda

Sam Kennedy talks trade deadline approach on the Front Office Report

Sam Kennedy talks trade deadline approach on the Front Office Report // Hill Notes takes on the corporate lawyers and Jackson's road show ban // We lost Wiggy as he fell in love with lake life! Happy 4th New Hampshire!!! //

HR1 - KJ Carson is filling in for Christian Arcand on the Eve of July 4th. In the first hour of today's show KJ discusses Sam Kennedy's appearance on The Greg Hill Show this morning where he once again said the team expects to be buyers. But KJ isn't buying it! He explains why he doesn't see how the Sox can buy at the deadline if the team continues to be underwater.

(0:00) Michael Holley and Alex Barth - in for Zolak & Bertrand - begin Hour #3 harping on the Red Sox losing the final game of the series to the Reds (8-4) in sloppy fashion. (11:28) Holley and Barth break down comments made by Red Sox President, Sam Kennedy. Kennedy's comments contradict statements made by Breslow post-Devers trade. The duo analyze the Red Sox' current state of affairs. (24:59) Holley and Barth continue with their talk on the Red Sox and go to the phone lines. Are the Red Sox grooming the prospects properly? Barth takes issue with the Sox' approach to each individual prospect and their respective call-ups. (32:57) New England Revolution Head Coach Caleb Porter Joins The Show

It's hard to feel good about the Red Sox even after they won a series against the Reds. Sam Kennedy needs to stop talking. Jon Lyons gives his thoughts on the Bruins' offseason.

Mego and Lyons break down yesterday's Red Sox vs. Reds doubleheader. Although the Sox won the series, it is difficult to overlook the team continuing to struggle with the fundamentals. Sam Kennedy seems to think the team can still contend this season, but should the team buy or sell at the trade deadline?

(0:00) Matt McCarthy begins the show with instant reaction to the Red Sox (7-5) win over the Giants Friday night. Former Red Sox 3B/DH Rafael Devers went (0-5) including a 9th Inning strike out to Sox Closer, Aroldis Chapman. McCarthy highlights the positive momentum the Red Sox have built post-Devers trade, attributing the Sox' recent successes to quality starting pitching and ridding Devers from the ballclub. (14:46) McCarthy analyzes comments made by Raffy Devers pregame yesterday regarding his willingness to play 1B for the Boston Red Sox. McTakey believes Devers is disingenuous when he states he would've been open to playing 1B, if the team would've approached him in Spring Training, highlighting his slow start was because of his lack of presence at Spring Training. Would Devers still be in Boston if he would've transitioned to 1B when the team asked him to? Jeff Passan reports on the Devers saga. (26:40) McCarthy re-hashes the "alignment" moniker made by Sam Kennedy & Craig Breslow during the media call last week following the trade of Devers to SF. Matt references "defensive alignment" and interprets those remarks as tacit shots at Devers' poor defensive reputation. McCarthy continues with the Devers trade fallout by describing how Devers was notified on the team's plane to the smear campaign levied against him. (39:02) McCarthy continues to break down the Rafael Devers trade to SF. He proclaims the situation became personal between Devers and management. More testimonial from the latest Jeff Passan reporting. Callers weigh in on the Devers trade. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @MattMcCarthy985 | @jorgiesepulveda

Today's word of the day is ‘alignment' as in Red Sox as in Rafael Devers as in Sam Kennedy as in Craig Breslow. That was the buzz word. What did Boston's front office have to say? The usual! Another big surprise was how David Ortiz took to the media to defend the Red Sox. Never go against the family! (21:40) The Oklahoma City Thunder have finally taken a series lead! Up 3-2 now after Jalen Williams and SGA had themselves a game. Tyrese Haliburton re-injured his calf and was held without a field goal! (30:20) Review Rolling Along. (35:20) Shohei Ohtani has returned for the Dodgers. He pitched 1 inning. That's it. But he had the juice! (42:40) NPPOD. (45:00) Ippei Mizuhara is on his way to prison. The day Ohtani gets his start. LOL. (48:00) Gage Wood threw a no-hitter in the College World Series yesterday! 19 strikeouts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘alignment' as in Red Sox as in Rafael Devers as in Sam Kennedy as in Craig Breslow. That was the buzz word. What did Boston's front office have to say? The usual! Another big surprise was how David Ortiz took to the media to defend the Red Sox. Never go against the family! (21:40) The Oklahoma City Thunder have finally taken a series lead! Up 3-2 now after Jalen Williams and SGA had themselves a game. Tyrese Haliburton re-injured his calf and was held without a field goal! (30:20) Review Rolling Along. (35:20) Shohei Ohtani has returned for the Dodgers. He pitched 1 inning. That's it. But he had the juice! (42:40) NPPOD. (45:00) Ippei Mizuhara is on his way to prison. The day Ohtani gets his start. LOL. (48:00) Gage Wood threw a no-hitter in the College World Series yesterday! 19 strikeouts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray kick off the show with their thoughts on the state of the Red Sox moving forward from the Rafael Devers trade. (14:32) Reaction to Sam Kennedy’s comments about the Red Sox from last night’s press conference. Plus, caller reactions about the team. (25:11) Discussion about the rumored problems Rafael Devers caused within the Red Sox organization. (38:06) Caller reactions about the Red Sox and Rafael Devers trade.

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray begin the fourth hour reacting to Sam Kennedy’s comments on the Red Sox’s success this century, plus caller reactions on all the guys have talked about. (13:04) More caller reactions from today’s conversations. (20:40) The guys answer more calls about the Red Sox. Plus, the Email of the Day! (34:04) The Final Word!

(00:00) The guys open the show talking about the Costco Guys, Starbucks’ overpriced drinks, and more! (21:10) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Craig Breslow and Sam Kennedy take questions from the media in a zoom call for the first time since trading Rafael Devers to the Giants. Roman Anthony hits his first home run in the major leagues and Lucas Giolito strikes out 10 over 6 shutout innings as the Red Sox beat the Mariners for their 6th win in a row. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin today's show by reacting to the press conference about the Devers trade by Kennedy and Breslow. (12:34) The guys discuss what happened on the inside that led to the Devers trade. (26:00) The guys continue to talk about the Devers trade. (36:39) Zolak & Bertrand finish off the hour debating on whether they think Breslow and Kennedy are good communicators.

What went on in the Kennedy-Breslow press conference on Zoom? It was the wild wild west out there. Boston's hottest club is the Sam Kennedy press conference on Zoom. It has angry old beat writers, IP addresses, unmuted conversation and images of JetBlue Park. Don't forget the useless questions! Are Breslow and Kennedy on the same page? No one knows. Is Kennedy the Guy Fieri of baseball? A lot of new fresh flavors! It is important that the Giants were able to eat the entire contract. Was that the main reason for the trade? Why did Breslow say that the contract was not a factor... lies. Why did the Red Sox return suck? It would have been better if the Sox ate some of the contract. Breslow got called a stiff. Inside the Joon Lee article which was mostly pro Devers. Was this a Red Sox hit piece? Jones bets all the stories about Devers are true.

What went on in the Kennedy-Breslow press conference on Zoom? It was the wild wild west out there. Boston's hottest club is the Sam Kennedy press conference on Zoom. It has angry old beat writers, IP addresses, unmuted conversation and images of JetBlue Park. Don't forget the useless questions! Are Breslow and Kennedy on the same page? No one knows. Is Kennedy the Guy Fieri of baseball? A lot of new fresh flavors!

Craig Breslow and Sam Kennedy are avoiding the media by holding a Zoom call at 8:00pm to address the Rafael Devers trade. How much will the team try to slander Devers?

Why are Craig Breslow and Sam Kennedy holding a Zoom call to address the Devers trade so late? Did Theo Epstein have any say in the trade? More callers react to the deal.

The Red Sox trading Devers is a terrible look. Why are Sam Kennedy and Craig Breslow addressing the media so late? Fitzy ranks the top five most painful Boston sports trades.

Greg says there's definitely a rift between Sam Kennedy and Craig Breslow

Greg says there's definitely a rift between Sam Kennedy and Craig Breslow // Determining what would be a successful season for Mike Vrabel // The News With Courtney: Lots of issues in the air and at airports //

Live from The Beachcomber in Wellfleet for Road Show #5! // Scheim says Jamie Drysdale should have won the NHL MVP // Coco claps back at a reporter who had a problem with Lia Anthony interview //15 Greg says there's definitely a rift between Sam Kennedy and Craig Breslow // Determining what would be a successful season for Mike Vrabel // The News With Courtney: Lots of issues in the air and at airports // Wiggy thinks the lone plane crash survivor is fraudulent // Fact or fraudulence about the Cape with Wiggy and the people of the Cape // Talking clamming with a real clam fisherman! // Courtney says Devers is getting special treatment // Hill Notes: Cape Cod edition // Thank you Cape Cod, you have our hearts! //

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin today's show by reacting to the Red Sox taking the series vs. the Rays and Marcelo Mayer homering twice in the game. (11:38) The guys discuss Sam Kennedy’s comments on Rafael Devers. (23:26) The guys touch on the claims that Hunter Dobbins made about his father; Says he’s not worried about the NY Post disproving his story. (33:44) Zolak & Bertrand finish off the hour talking about the Pacers win in Game 3 of the NBA Finals with huge help off the bench.

Will Devers play the field this season? He has been taking grounders! Why would he play a new position if he won't play his old position? Kennedy said he is going to play the field! We are not going to give this up. We are not pulling this out of the sky. Abraham Toro is a beast. The GOAT. Toro is way better than Dom Smith was. He is a vibes guy. You can't cut the vibes guy. What is the ideal Red Sox lineup? Will Toro ever stop being the GOAT?