Brian recaps the Bruins’ loss to the Hurricanes, and the Celtics’ loss to the Bucks, which included some bizarre aspects and a lack of hustle from the C's (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh about the Red Sox’s season thus far, how the Sox can replace Trevor Story’s glove, the health of the pitching staff, Tyler O’Neil’s hot start, and more (16:30). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Red Sox’s 20th anniversary celebration of the 2004 World Series champions (51:40). We want ...
Apr 10, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ wins over the weekend before discussing the Sox’s 7-3 West Coast road trip and Tanner Houck’s sizzling start on Sunday (0:50). Then, he gives his Sunday thoughts on the Boston sports scene, including Trevor Story’s shoulder injury and his disappointing Red Sox career, Rafael Devers’s careless defense, the Bruins’ impressive play as of late, Kyle Dugger’s contract extension, and more (13:00). Brian ends with a listener call before Brian and Jamie discuss the NCAA men’s n...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Brian chats with The Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about covering the new Patriots’ regime post-Belichick, Robert Kraft’s bizarre offseason, Doug’s latest Pats mock draft, and more (0:50). Then, Brian gives out his five favorite aspects of this season’s Celtics team, including Derrick White’s breakout and Joe Mazzulla’s eccentricities (53:40). Finally, Brian and Jamie discuss Brian’s list, and also somehow get onto the topic of top Boston-based movies (1:10:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Thunder, which gives them a 60 wins on the season and home-court advantage throughout the playoffs (0:30). Then, he chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s sweep of the A’s, Jarren Duran’s hot start, pitching coach Andrew Bailey’s positive effect on the pitching staff, hype for J.J. McCarthy to the Pats, and more (13:50). Then, Brian and Jamie get to some listener emails on the Pats and Sox (1:05:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian ...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 26 min
Brian chats with Spotrac’s Keith Smith about the Celtics as they gear up for the playoffs, how the front office can possibly keep the team together as players reach the ends of their contracts, a look ahead at the Eastern Conference postseason picture, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about Eliot Wolf’s QB philosophy, the passing of Larry Lucchino, and the NCAA basketball tournaments (56:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or, sen...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Brian gives out some big-picture and small-picture thoughts on Boston sports, discussing a new tool in Jaylen Brown’s repertoire, Kristaps Porzingis’s spotty shooting from deep, Robert Kraft’s bizarre offseason, and more (0:30). Then, Brian reviews the Red Sox’s split of their series versus the Mariners, which included phenomenal pitching from the starters (37:50). Then, Brian answers a listener call about the NFL draft before he and Jamie get to an email regarding Jayson Tatum (54:15). We want ...
Mar 31, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Brian discusses another Celtics loss to the Hawks, which included some poor rebounding, some head scratching matchups, and more poor late game execution (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Red Sox’s opening day win in Seattle, Raffy Devers’ hot start, the Red Sox’s athleticism, Brayan Bello’s solid outing, and more (28:00). Brian ends with a listener call, before he and Jamie chat about Opening Day (50:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send ...
Mar 29, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Brian speaks with NFL Media’s Eric Edholm about the top QBs in the upcoming NFL draft, including LSU’s Jayden Daniels, North Carolina’s Drake Maye, and Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy. They also discuss potential players the Pats could target given their needs at WR, OT, and CB (0:55). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about Robert Kraft’s latest head-scratching comments and the Celtics’ baffling loss to the Hawks on Monday before they give out their season predictions for the Red Sox, who play Thursday night...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Brian discusses Pats head coach Jerod Mayo’s comments at the NFL’s annual meetings on Monday, and what to make of Mayo’s eyebrow raising approach to the media, as well as how his words have stacked up with the teams’ actions up to this point (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Boston Globe’s Conor Ryan about the Bruins as they gear up for the playoffs, which goalie has the inside lane to start during the postseason, the Bruins’ defensive pairings, another stellar season from David Pastrnak, and m...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Brian explains why he thinks Joe Mazzulla has actually been underrated this season, as the Celtics have been playing with an incredible consistency and effort level on a nightly basis (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the Red Sox’s pitching staff, as Garrett Whitlock and Tanner Houck win the final two spots in the starting rotation (33:10). Finally, Brian answers a listener call before he and Jamie get to an email (49:20). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-3...
Mar 24, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Brian chats with MassLive’s Mark Daniels about expectations for new Pats head coach Jerod Mayo, the top QB prospects and their pro days, the franchise’s new team-building philosophy and timeline, and more (0:30). Then, Brian chats with Sox Prospects’ Ian Cundall about spring training, the chances Ceddanne Rafaela will be starting CF this season, and updates on the Sox’s other top prospects, like Miguel Bleis and Marcelo Mayer (40:50). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on which franchise is ...
Mar 21, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Brian recaps the Celtics' win over the Bucks Wednesday night and explains why he feels that the Bucks pose the biggest threat to the Celtics in the Eastern Conference (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the NCAA men’s basketball tournament as they give out their picks and best bets for March Madness (31:50). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the tournament (50:20). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or se...
Mar 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Brian recaps another breezy Celtics win over the Pistons on Monday night and explains how the Celtics have generated such efficient offense recently (0:30). Then, he speaks with director Matt Hamachek about the final two episodes of ‘The Dynasty,’ which cover Bill Belichick’s head-scratching decision to sit Malcolm Butler in Super Bowl LII, Belichick’s masterful defensive game plan versus the Rams in Super Bowl LIII, his relationship with Tom Brady as the dynasty came to an end, and more (23:30)...
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Brian talks to Khari Thompson about the Patriots’ offseason, the top QBs in the upcoming draft, wide receivers the Pats could target in the later rounds, and more (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the Red Sox’s undermanned pitching staff, and how things got so bad (40:50). Finally, Brian and Jamie commiserate about the Sox, and answer a listener email about the NFL draft (55:15). 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 m...
Mar 17, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Brian recaps another impressive Celtics win over the Suns Thursday night, in which Jayson Tatum got back on track and Jaylen Brown continued the best stretch of basketball in his career (0:55). Then, Brian talks to the Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about NFL free agency, how the Pats lost out to the Titans on WR Calvin Ridley, whom they can still target to bolster their offensive line, which QB they should take in the draft, and more (20:45). Finally, Brian and Jamie answer a couple Celtics-re...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Jazz Tuesday night. He details how the C's, and Jaylen Brown especially, have been attacking the rim with success since the All-Star break (0:30). Then, Brian reviews day two of NFL free agency, the Patriots' retention of linebacker Josh Uche, wide receivers the team could still target, and a clue about which QB Washington may take at no. 2 in the draft (26:15). Brian and Jamie end with some NFL free agency trivia (45:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Br...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr
Brian recaps the Patriots’ moves on the first day of NFL free agency, including signing former Patriot Jacoby Brissett and resigning Kendrick Bourne and Michael Onwenu (0:30). Brian then speaks with director Matt Hamachek about episodes 7 and 8 of his docuseries ‘The Dynasty’ which cover Deflategate and Tom Brady’s ensuing suspension, Super Bowl 49 and Malcolm Butler’s miraculous interception, the Patriots’ historic comeback in Super Bowl 51, and more (20:35). Brian takes a listener call before ...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Brian details the trade sending Pats QB Mac Jones to Jacksonville for a 6th round pick. He discusses the Mac Jones Era in New England, and why it didn’t work out (0:30). Then, he recaps the Celtics’ win over the Suns on Saturday night, and explains a couple thoughts he has on the Celtics’ two biggest stars, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown (25:45). He also recaps the Bruins’ win over the Penguins on Saturday, and their moves at the trade deadline (42:25). Brian and Jamie end with some final thought...
Mar 10, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Brian breaks down the Celtics' loss to Denver on Thursday night, a shaky performance from Jayson Tatum, a typical stellar game from Nikola Jokic, and why Denver has to be the favorite to win it all (0:30). He also recaps the Bruins' feisty win over Toronto, which could be a playoff series preview (22:50). Then, he chats with Zack Cox about the Pats’ offseason, Bill Belichick’s potential media gigs, who the Pats should target in free agency, and more (30:10). Finally, Brian answers some listener ...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 43 min
Brian breaks down the Celtics’ collapse in Cleveland on Tuesday night and why the team has struggled to score in crunch time (0:40). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Julian McWilliams about the Sox’s spring training so far, Lucas Giolito’s injury and how it affects the pitching staff, Brian Bello’s reported contract extension, Rafael Devers’s season outlook, and more (26:45). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener email and talk about the Pats’ offseason (1:12:50). We want to hear from yo...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 29 min
Brian speaks with filmmaker Matt Hamachek about the latest episodes of his docuseries ‘The Dynasty’ which cover Tom Brady’s ACL injury, Matt Cassel and the 2008 Pats’ surprisingly strong season, and the Aaron Hernandez saga. They then preview the next couple episodes, which cover the Deflategate controversy (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a couple listener emails on the series, and discuss how it portrays different members of the dynasty (42:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a mess...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Brian recaps a dominant Celtics win over the Warriors at the Garden, which featured the largest halftime lead in franchise history, and argues that this team could be an all-time great in Boston sports history (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the NFL scouting combine and which QB he thinks will be available with the third pick: Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels (25:00). Finally, Brian and Jamie discuss the Celtics’ incredible win streak (45:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the lis...
Mar 04, 2024•58 min
Brian chats with WRKO’s Adam Kaufman about the NFLPA survey that had the Patriots ranked near the bottom across most categories, whether or not this has affected the on-field product, and how the Pats can bounce back this offseason through free agency and the draft (0:00). Then, they discuss Joe Mazzulla as head coach, and whether he deserves more credit for the Celtics’ impressive season (40:35). Later, they look at some Red Sox futures bets, as well as which have the best value (1:01:55). Bria...
Feb 29, 2024•1 hr 32 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ ninth straight win, how the C's won this game over the 76ers in a different way than they usually do, and why this way bodes well for the team heading into the postseason (0:30). Then, Brian discusses Patriots' de facto GM Eliot Wolf’s press conference, which included insight into how Wolf evaluates talent, the draft, QBs, and also shows just how much power he now wields in Foxborough (27:30). Finally, Brian and Jamie chat about the Celtics and their tough upcoming sche...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Brian talks with filmmaker Matt Hamachek about Episodes 3 and 4 of his docuseries 'The Dynasty.' They touch on Bill Parcells's relationship with Robert Kraft, the birth of the "Patriot Way" as the team beat the Rams to win its first Super Bowl, Spygate, the ’07 undefeated season, and more (0:15). Then Brian gives out a few leftover thoughts on the show before hitting on some Patriots offseason news, including Eliot Wolf’s drafting process (30:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and so...
Feb 26, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Brian discusses the Celtics' and Bruins’ recent play and what about their performances indicates that they are trending in opposite directions; the Celtics are playing their best basketball of the season and some of the best basketball in franchise history (0:30), while the Bruins are fading (34:35). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call and touch on the Sox and spring training (49:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your q...
Feb 25, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Brian is joined by WEEI’s Nick “Fitzy” Stevens to talk about the Patriots, 'The Dynasty' docuseries, and what the team should do with the no. 3 pick in the NFL draft (0:55). Then, they go back and forth drafting the best 21st-century Boston athletes, before producer Jamie joins to note a few omissions from their squads, and declare a winner (30:10). Brian and Jamie then end with a few leftover thoughts about the draft, and reflect on what an incredible run Boston sports have had since 2000 (1:21...
Feb 22, 2024•1 hr 35 min
Brian quickly addresses Rafael Devers’ comments about the Red Sox’s lackluster offseason, before he speaks with filmmaker Matt Hamachek about the first two episodes of his new docuseries “The Dynasty” which chronicles the Patriots’ dynasty, beginning with the Pats’ Cinderella season that started it all back in 2001 (0:40). Then, Brian looks back at Matthew Slater’s incredible career with the news that he is retiring after 16 seasons with the Patriots. He then takes a closer look at the top 3 QBs...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 29 min
Brian chats with ESPN’s Tim Bontemps about NBA All Star Weekend, Bontemps recent’ NBA MVP straw poll, how the Celtics are shaping up for the stretch run of the season, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie discuss the news that the Red Sox have signed pitcher Liam Hendriks, and some other spring training nuggets (53:30). 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 [email protected]. The Ringer is committed...
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 36 min
Brian talks with Kevin Hench about the Red Sox’s upcoming season and reasons there might be slivers of hope for the team, the Celtics’ impressive season thus far, their chances at winning a title, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie touch on the Pats docuseries “The Dynasty” and preview this week’s upcoming podcast with the director of the show, Matthew Hamachek (51:40). 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 mai...
Feb 18, 2024•1 hr 3 min
