The Bill Simmons Podcast A Sox-Yanks Nail-Biter, Intriguing NBA Story Lines, and Five Biggest Fantasy Football Story Lines With Bill’s Dad, Michael Pina, and Craig Horlbeck
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Oct 1, 2025 
Bill’s Dad joins in with his long-time Red Sox fandom to analyze a nail-biting Red Sox-Yankees playoff game. Michael Pina, an NBA analyst, discusses key preseason storylines and intriguing player developments, like potential trades and team outlooks. Craig Horlbeck shares his memorable experience at an NFL game in Ireland and dives into the top fantasy football headlines, from rookie struggles to unexpected standout players. This episode is packed with passionate sports debates and crucial insights for fans!
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Crochet's Breakout Validates A Risky Trade
- Chris Crochet's season is a rare, start‑to‑finish masterpiece that changed Boston's pitching fortunes.
- The trade for Crochet now looks like one of the best recent Red Sox moves despite earlier questionable deals.
Don’t Rush Tatum Back From Achilles
- Be extremely cautious about rushing Jayson Tatum back from Achilles; prioritize long‑term recovery over short‑term wins.
- Only consider him playing when he demonstrates sustained full‑contact scrimmage fitness for months, not viral clips.
Warriors' Moves Shift Team Identity
- Golden State's offseason moves (Al Horford, role players) change their short‑term identity and rotation flexibility.
- The Kuminga contract standoff signals a deeper fit problem rather than pure financial dispute.