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Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Masob Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Bobby Manning Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Julian McWilliams Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Mark Daniels Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Justin Verrier Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Conor Ryan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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