
Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, 'Off the Pike' features instant reactions to the biggest games and stories in town, plus unique conversations with local and Ringer personalities.
Latest episodes

Jun 15, 2025 • 45min
Sox Sweep the Yankees at Fenway
Brian recaps the Red Sox's sweep of the Yankees at Fenway this weekend, including some stellar pitching from the starting rotation (0:35). Then, he discusses some recent NBA trades, what that says about the trade market, and what it could mean for the Celtics’ offseason plans (23:15). He then talks about Brad Marchand’s incredible play in the Stanley Cup Finals (30:55). Finally, Brian and Jamie chat about a solid stretch of baseball for the Sox and what that could mean for the team this summer (33:10).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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Jun 12, 2025 • 1h 34min
The Big Three Finally Together at Fenway
Brian starts with the news that Jaylen Brown underwent knee surgery earlier this week and what that means for the team’s offseason plans (0:45). Then, he chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s series win over the Rays this week, Roman Anthony’s arrival in the big leagues, Marcelo Mayer’s big game on Wednesday night, the upcoming Yankees–Red Sox series, and more (23:15). Brian ends with a listener call before he and Jamie chat about the NBA Finals (1:20:55).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Ian Cundall
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 21min
The McDaniels Offense Is Back, and The Bruins Introduce Their New Head Coach.
Brian discusses the Red Sox’s series with the Rays, including Roman Anthony’s MLB debut, a brutal extra innings loss on Monday, and a solid win on Tuesday (0:35). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Chris Mason about Patriots minicamp, the Josh McDaniels Offense, Marco Sturm’s introductory press conference, and more (26:00). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the Sox and the NBA & NHL finals (1:03:00).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Chris Masob
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 23min
Celtics Trades With Bobby Manning. Plus, a Good Weekend for the Sox.
Brian recaps the Red Sox’s series in New York, where the offense came alive and Boston took two out of three from the Yankees. Then, Brian chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the Celtics' offseason, and some potential trades the team could entertain to ease their payroll problems (20:30). Brian ends with some listener calls before he and Jamie offer some last thoughts on the Red Sox and top prospect Roman Anthony (1:01:20).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Bobby Manning
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 36min
A Red Sox Therapy Session With Julian McWilliams
Brian discusses the Bruins’ new head coach, Marco Sturm, and his résumé before getting to his list of the top five most disappointing Boston teams of the 2000s (0:35). Then, he chats with CBS Sports’ Julian McWilliams about the Red Sox’s baffling season, their woeful starting pitching, Kristian Campbell’s struggles, and whether they have a shot at winning in the Bronx this weekend (31:15). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call about the Sox before discussing Brian’s list from the top of the pod (1:18:00).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Julian McWilliams
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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Jun 3, 2025 • 1h 22min
Pats OTAs Check-In With Mark Daniels
Brian discusses the brain drain happening with the Celtics as coaches and front office execs are poached by other NBA teams, and he gets into how the team must weather this next phase of Jayson Tatum’s career (0:35). Then, he chats with MassLive’s Mark Daniels about Patriots OTAs, Stefon Diggs’s attendance, Drake Maye’s leadership, the Patriots' winnable schedule, and more (24:10). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the College World Series and the NBA Finals (1:05:00).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Mark Daniels
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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Jun 1, 2025 • 1h 26min
Potential Celtics Trades With Justin Verrier. Plus, a Weekend for the Sox.
Brian recaps the Red Sox’s series win in Atlanta, including another dominant start from ace pitcher Garrett Crochet, a Trevor Story resurgence, and Craig Breslow’s media session (0:35). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the Celtics’ offseason, the future of Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum with the team, potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trades, and more (32:05). Brian and Jamie end with a couple listener calls (1:02:30).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Justin Verrier
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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May 29, 2025 • 1h 9min
Somehow Things Are Getting Worse for the Sox
Brian discusses the Red Sox after their disastrous series in Milwaukee, including Wilyer Abreu’s slump, a lack of clutch hitting, and some more defensive mistakes (0:35). Then, Brian compares the OKC Thunder’s current rise to the Celtics’ run in the early 2020s (38:00). Brian and Jamie end by commiserating over the Red Sox’s slump, and hit on the Stefon Diggs controversy (44:25).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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May 27, 2025 • 1h 19min
Previewing A Busy Offseason for the Bruins With Conor Ryan. Plus, Ranking the Top Five Athletes in Boston.
Brian predicts who will be the five most popular athletes in Boston one year from now (0:35). Then, he talks to Boston Globe reporter Conor Ryan about the Bruins’ offseason, potential free-agent targets, Don Sweeney’s contract extension, and the team’s head coaching search (25:30). Brian and Jamie wrap up with some thoughts on the Celtics’ offseason and break down Brian’s top-athletes list (1:03:35).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Conor Ryan
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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May 25, 2025 • 1h 13min
Recapping a Miserable Weekend at Fenway
Brian starts by trying to make sense of the Red Sox’s disappointing season thus far, including subpar starting pitching and a black hole at shortstop (0:35). Then, he commiserates with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the state of the team, why things haven’t worked out as expected, and whether there are any potential fixes (16:55). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Red Sox (54:55).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Kevin Hench
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti
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