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Play Tessie - A Red Sox Podcast

The go-to show for Red Sox fans that drown out the screeching of the Greenline with their humming along to the tune that echoes April through October nights. Join Gordo, Sammy, and Pat as they break down every Red Sox game, headline, and rumor. It's all baseball, all throughout the year. Episodes dropping throughout the week!
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Episodes

Episode 124 - Rafael Devers and bats go quiet while Mets sweep Red Sox

We're back! Too bad the Red Sox couldn't turn things around after our one series layoff which saw the Mets sweep Boston right out of Citi Field. Gordo, Pat, and Joe lighten the mood by recapping Gordo's wedding, but then bring it back down by discussing if the season is now officially over for the Sox. Then, the big off-the-field story was Rafael Devers not speaking to the media following the game 2 loss. Does Raffy need to change his ways to talk to the press more and why is everyone seemingly ...

Sep 05, 202447 min

Episode 123 - The 2026 Case for Jarren Duran or Roman Anthony

Its the classic game of "Would You Rather" but with two of the brightest stars in the Red Sox organization and two years down the line. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat debate if they would rather have Jarren Duran or Roman Anthony in the Red Sox outfield in 2026. All the while, the guys compare Duran's monster season to great seasons of the past like Mookie Betts and Jacoby Ellsbury. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abou...

Aug 31, 202445 min

Episode 122 - The good, the bad, and the ugly against Toronto

It was a wild series of emotions while the Red Sox faced the Blue Jays that saw crushing defeats and phenomenal wins. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat break down everything that happened at Fenway and if the Twins being the new target in the standings is more feasible for the Sox. The guys also look at the terrible doubleheader sweep which was followed by a sensational outing from Brayan Bello which eventually leads into a series preview where the Sox take a trip to Detroit to face the surprisingly hot Tig...

Aug 30, 20241 hr 7 min

Episode 121 - Kristian Campbell Making a Monster Minor League Roster

While the big league club is struggling, the Triple-A ballclub in Worcester has been making a lot of noise majorly in part to Kristian Campbell. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat dive into the hot bats of Campbell and Roman Anthony and how exciting it is to add another lethal piece to the depth of the Red Sox farm system. The guys also debate if any of the big 3 plus Campbell could get called up before the end of the Sox season and who is more likely to be promoted first. To learn more about listener data a...

Aug 27, 202432 min

Episode 120 - Sox Struggle with D-Backs Making Playoff Chase Tougher

Good news: the roughest part of the Red Sox schedule is over. Bad news: it ended with getting swept at home by the Diamondbacks. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat detail everything that went wrong for the Sox including the small mistakes like Masataka Yoshida's baserunning piling up and the issues with walks from Tanner Houck and the starting staff. The guys then preview a massive essentially five-game series versus the Blue Jays and why the Sox can't waste this kind of opportunity. To learn more about list...

Aug 26, 202459 min

Episode 119 - The Sox Gauntlet Ends on an Adventure with Arizona

Its been a wild couple of weeks for the Red Sox and the hardest part of their schedule wraps this weekend with the Diamondbacks at Fenway. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat give their predictions for they expect to happen between Boston and Arizona and how far back the Sox could be in the Wild Card standings to be satisfied. The guys also debate if the bullpen can stay hot and make more picks on crystal bomb and guys being dudes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www...

Aug 23, 202455 min

Episode 118 - Bullpen Becomes the Savior in a Sox Series Win

It may have not been the first series win that mattered, but taking two out of three in Houston has injected life into the Red Sox playoff chances. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat detail how the Sox turned things around after Kenley Jansen surrendered a walk-off home run and Luis Garcia leading the turnaround from the bullpen. The guys also praise some sensational defense from Ceddanne Rafaela and critique Nick Pivetta after another rough outing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...

Aug 22, 20241 hr 1 min

Episode 117 - Cooper Criswell's Time as Fifth Starter Ending?

Even though he had just recently recovered from Covid-19, Cooper Criswell has been struggling since taking over for an injured James Paxton in the starting rotation. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe detail how much time they'd give Criswell and decide if Quinn Preister, Richard Fitts, or even Rich Hill are options to replace him. The guys then get into a fierce conversation about the new proposal regarding length for starting pitchers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: http...

Aug 20, 202446 min

Episode 116 - As Triston Casas Returns, Sox Split with Baltimore

Among a crucial series in Baltimore, Triston Casas made his triumphant return to the lineup and helped the Red Sox secure a split with the one of the best teams in the American League. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe talk about being satisfied with what happened against the Orioles and if DFA'ing fan-favorite Dom Smith was the right move to make for Casas. Then, the guys look into Brayan Bello leading the charge of a slightly improved starting rotation and preview the upcoming trip to Houston for another ...

Aug 19, 20241 hr 4 min

Episode 115 - Does Tyler O'Neill Spend 2025 in Boston?

While the present saw an odd turn for Tyler O'Neill with his leg infection, the future is starting to creep into the conversation where the right-handed slugger fits (if he does at all). Gordo, Sammy, and Pat discuss if bringing back O'Neill for 2025 is the right move and how Masataka Yoshida could factor into his roster spot. The guys also debate if the Red Sox should offer a qualifying offer to Tyler O'Neill and if he should accept it rather than test free agency. To learn more about listener ...

Aug 16, 202443 min

Episode 114 - A Series Won, But a Sweep Slips Away

Yes the Red Sox won their series against the Rangers, but the vibes were killed when a sweep slipped right through their fingers. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat detail the very little ground made up on the Royals in the Wild Card and the continued struggles in the bullpen with Luis Garcia and others. The guys then debate whether Liam Hendriks is enough reinforcement for the pen and then preview a huge four game series in Baltimore with the Orioles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practi...

Aug 15, 202458 min

Episode 113 - Big 3 Bolster Hopes with Recent Call-Ups

Amid the struggles from the Red Sox recently, the team did excite everyone by promoting Marcelo Mayer, Kyle Teel, and Roman Anthony to Triple-A Worcester. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe get everyone pumped for the big 3 of the Red Sox future moving up the ranks and how close they are to making their way to Boston. Also, the guys play out scenarios about what to do with players currently on the major league roster like Connor Wong and Jarren Duran. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practic...

Aug 13, 202453 min

Episode 112 - James Paxton Produces Panic in Astros' Sweep

The vibes are in a really bad place as the Red Sox had a disheartening series at home and were swept by the Astros. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe look at the biggest story from the weekend which was far and away the injury to James Paxton and how this circles back to the moves Craig Breslow didn't make at the trade deadline. The guys then talk about how you replace Paxton for however long he is out and preview the another series with the Texas Rangers at Fenway. To learn more about listener data and our...

Aug 12, 202457 min

Episode 111 - Sox Shake Up Roster with Astros Visiting

Before the Red Sox begin a big series at Fenway with the Astros, they had a bevy of roster moves made. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat look at losing Tyler O'Neill to the injured list but regaining Chris Martin in the bullpen. The guys also debate who should be optioned when Triston Casas returns sooner rather than later and start campaigning for Alex Cora to be manager of the year. Then, a preview of one the other team contending for a playoff spot in the Houston Astros. To learn more about listener data...

Aug 09, 202450 min

Episode 110 - Yoshida Pushes Sox Back in Playoff Conversation

To get themselves back firmly in the playoff hunt, the Red Sox went into Kansas City and took two of three games from the Royals to put themselves within striking distance once again. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat breakdown all the highs and lows from the Sox time in KC including more highlight plays from Ceddanne Rafaela and the signature play of Dom Smith's short time in Boston. The guys also detail another struggling start from Kutter Crawford and if anyone in the starting rotation can be trusted rig...

Aug 08, 202456 min

Episode 109 - Triston Casas Making Waves in Worcester

While the Red Sox continue to push for a playoff spot, they wait for one of their best hitters Triston Casas who began his rehab assignment in Worcester with the Woo-Sox. Sammy, Pat, and Joe break down Casas' first games in nearly four months and Dr. Pat explains how precise Boston needs to be with such a tender injury like torn rib cartilage. The guys also dive into Casas' contradicting comments about how he feels and if this will become an issue when he eventually returns to the Red Sox. To le...

Aug 06, 202440 min

Episode 108 - Wilyer Abreu Beams up the Bats in Arlington

While in Arlington, the Red Sox found some magic in their bats and let the ball fly for a series win over the Rangers. Sammy, Pat, and producer Joe detail everything from the weekend; even the continued struggles from Kutter Crawford and Tanner Houck. Then the guys give praise to Rob Refsnyder and Wilyer Abreu for a newfound surge of power in their bats and preview a crucial series in Kansas City against the Royals. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.a...

Aug 05, 20241 hr 1 min

Episode 107 - Jarren Duran Returns to Arlington

Next up for the Red Sox, a trip to Arlington to face the Rangers where Jarren Duran returns to where he won his All Star Game MVP. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe look ahead to this upcoming road trip and debate who is the most likely bullpen arm that Luis Garcia will be replacing when he is activated. Then the guys predict the series, give their Crystal Bomb picks, and inform you of some former Red Sox and Ranger players you may have forgotten. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices ...

Aug 02, 202443 min

Episode 106 - Chaos Cooled with a Devers' Walk-Off

As always, the week of the trade deadline provides a little bit of chaos in clubhouses and the Red Sox weathered that storm with two out of three wins at home over the Mariners. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe look back on everything that went down at Fenway including Wilyer Abreu starting the shellacking against Logan Gilbert and the re-debut of James Paxton. The guys evaluate Brayan Bello going toe-to-toe with George Kirby and Rafael Devers making Seattle pay for pitching to him with a walk-off. To lear...

Aug 01, 202456 min

Episode 105 - Craig Breslow Makes Modest Additions

The trade deadline has come and for the first time in years, the Red Sox were looking to add to their roster rather than subtract. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe break down each trade and grade Craig Breslow on adding guys like Quinn Preister and Lucas Sims. The guys also debate if James Paxton was enough of a move for the starting rotation and if Danny Jansen is the right-handed bat they were looking for. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privac...

Jul 31, 20241 hr 1 min

Episode 104 - Sox Shouting for Help

It was a roller coaster of emotions at Fenway, but ended on a sour note with the Red Sox losing two out of their three games to the Yankees. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat detail how Kenley Jansen and company couldn't capitalize on their leads and had to pick up the slack from a suddenly struggling Tanner Houck and Kutter Crawford. Also, Craig Breslow got a head start on the trade deadline by acquiring Danny Jansen and James Paxton, but is that enough to fix the current struggles? To learn more about lis...

Jul 29, 202457 min

Instant Reaction: Red Sox Acquire James Paxton

The first Red Sox trade deadline domino has fallen as the team acquires lefty and familiar face James Paxton from the Dodgers. Gordo and producer Joe give their reaction to Craig Breslow's first move of the deadline and what else can be expected with only a few days left to go. 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...

Jul 26, 202419 min

Episode 103 - Craig Breslow Seemingly Picks His Lane

On the heels of locking up manager Alex Cora, Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow seemed to have indicated that the team will make additions at the trade deadline. Gordo, Sammy, and producer Joe debate if we should believe Breslow's words and the fears some fans may have when it comes to the deadline. Then, Sammy presents a Who Says No trade with another American League team that addresses the needs for a bullpen arm and a right-handed bat. To learn more about listener data and our priv...

Jul 26, 202447 min

Episode 102 - Cora Commits to the Future

While it was a rough time in Denver for the Red Sox against the Rockies, they got some good news in Alex Cora's contract extension. Gordo, Sammy, and producer Joe discuss the importance of Cora securing his spot as manager for the next few years and the direction of the franchise. The guys also look back on the Sox time in Denver including Cooper Criswell's huge shutout and preview another rivalry series at Fenway with the Yankees. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi...

Jul 25, 202453 min

Episode 101 - Names Rise as Needs

With less than a week before the trade deadline, multiple reports have come out about players that the Red Sox have inquired or have shown interest in. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat look at guys like Jameson Taillon as a pitcher to target and Garrett Crochet who haven't. The guys also react to one of their favorite targets Luis Rengifo being held onto by the Angels and debate which is more important between a starting pitcher and a right-handed bat to acquire. To learn more about listener data and our p...

Jul 23, 202442 min

Episode 100 - How Are We Supposed to Celebrate?

In what should be a joyous celebration of a landmark episode for Play Tessie turned sour thanks to the Red Sox getting swept by the Dodgers. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat talk about how demoralizing this series was that saw Kenley Jansen and Kutter Crawford get knocked around. The guys then answer DMs from listeners about the anything Red Sox including trade deadline and look ahead to a sneaky important series in Colorado against the Rockies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices v...

Jul 22, 20241 hr 7 min

Episode 99 - A Lot Lies for Alex Cora in the Second Half

Its time for the Red Sox season to resume and it's no easy task right out of the gate with a trip to LA against one of the league's best. Gordo, Pat, and Joe preview the first series of the second half against the Dodgers and if Boston can keep up their hot streak from pre-All Star break. The guys also debate if extending manager Alex Cora or making a significant upgrade at the trade deadline should be the team's priority. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https:...

Jul 19, 202438 min

Episode 98 - All-Star Duran Shines the Brightest

Even during the All-Star break, the excitement among Red Sox remains palpable thanks to the game's MVP Jarren Duran. Gordo, Pat, and Joe reflect on Duran's time in Texas and if he has done enough to warrant a potential long-term extension. The guys also debate if the Red Sox are ready to take the big plunge en route to a playoff push with nearly two weeks before the trade deadline. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn m...

Jul 18, 202445 min

Episode 97 - Chris Murphy Returns

As he recovers from Tommy John Surgery, Red Sox reliever Chris Murphy joins Gordo, Sammy, and Pat from Fort Meyers to discuss his rehab process and the odd skill he and other injured players have picked up. The lefty Murphy also describes what its been like to watch his team garner much success, but why it's not a surprise to see guys like Tanner Houck, Jarren Duran, and other thrive. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lear...

Jul 16, 202435 min

Episode 96 - Rafael Devers Powers Sox to the Break

In the final series before the All Star Break, the Red Sox asserted themselves in the playoff picture with a big series victory at home against the Royals. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat break down the highlights from the weekend at Fenway including more power from Rafael Devers and another outstanding start from Kutter Crawford. The guys also show love to a resurgent Dom Smith and reflect on the first half of the year by handing out midseason awards. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra...

Jul 15, 202459 min
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