
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

Feb 15, 2024 • 60min
Grading the Celtics at the All-Star Break With Brian Robb
Brian is joined by MassLive’s Brian Robb to discuss the Celtics as they enter the All-Star break and to give out grades for each starter and coach Joe Mazzulla (0:50). Then, Brian grades the bench and discusses the Cavaliers, who now sit right behind the Celtics in the East (28:25). Finally, Brian and Jamie answer a listener email regarding Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick and look ahead toward the NBA All-Star Weekend (42:50).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 offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Brian RobbProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 2024 • 1h 15min
Burning Boston Sports Questions!
Brian gives out his top burning Boston sports questions, including: Are the Celtics and Jayson Tatum facing the most pressure across the NBA to win this season? How will Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, and Robert Kraft each come across in the new Pats docuseries, 'The Dynasty,' on Apple TV+? Can Triston Casas save the Red Sox’s season? And more (0:30). Then, Jamie gives his reactions to Brian’s burning questions (54:40).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 mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 16min
The Red Sox’s Lack of Pitching Prospects and an Outlook on the 2024 Season With Ian Cundall
Brian talks with Ian Cundall of SoxProspects.com about why the Red Sox have had trouble developing pitching talent in recent years, whether they can trade their other prospects for other teams’ pitchers, and other moves the Sox may make before the start of the season. They then preview some of the Sox’s other big league talent (0:30). Brian and Jamie end by talking about the Pats and what they may do with the no. 3 pick in the NFL draft (1:01:15).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 mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Ian CundallProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 2024 • 59min
The New-Look Pats Coaching Staff With Joe Murray. Plus, Celtics Escape Miami With a Win.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Heat on Sunday, including a good all-around effort from Jayson Tatum, another shaky game from Jaylen Brown, and why this game reminded Brian of some of the Celtics’ recent playoff performances (0:30). Then, he talks to Joe Murray of The Sports Hub about the Patriots’ offseason, their revamped coaching staff, potential players they could take with the no. 3 pick in the draft, and more (18:40). Brian and Jamie close out the show by chatting about a few leftover Celtics thoughts (51:25).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 offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Joe MurrayProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h
Immediate Reaction to the Trade Deadline. Plus, Super Bowl Picks!
Brian recaps the NBA trade deadline, including a pair of moves by the Celtics and his winners and losers across the league (0:15). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call on Theo Epstein’s role at FSG and preview the Super Bowl, including game picks, prop bets, MVP odds, and more (21:10).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 offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 1min
Celtics Make a Move and Beat the Hawks
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Hawks, including a brilliant game from Kristaps Porzingis and a solid team effort on defense (0:40). Then, Brian takes a closer look at the Celtics’ latest acquisition, Xavier Tillman, from the Grizzlies and other potential moves the team may make before the deadline (21:00). Then, Brian and Jamie discuss the newly announced Red Sox Netflix docuseries, Eliot Wolf’s new role with the Pats, and Jaylen Brown entering the NBA dunk contest (39:00).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 offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 6, 2024 • 59min
Trade Deadline Preview With Justin Verrier
Brian chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the NBA trade deadline, whether or not the Celtics will make a move, what other Eastern Conference rivals may do at the deadline, and more (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the news that Stephen Belichick is leaving the Pats, and gives his thoughts on the renewed Patrick Mahomes versus Tom Brady debate (38:00).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 offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Justin VerrierProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 5, 2024 • 1h 7min
Theo is Back With Lou Merloni. Plus, Marcus Smart’s Return to the Garden.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Grizzlies, which featured Marcus Smart’s return to Boston (0:30). Then, Brian speaks with NESN’s Lou Merloni about the news that Theo Epstein is joining Fenway Sports Group, how it affects the Red Sox, other moves the Sox may make, playing with Pedro Martinez, and more (11:50). Brian ends with some Pats tidbits, including director of scouting Elliot Wolf’s ascent within the organization (50:30).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 offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Lou MerloniProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 10min
The Celts’ Worst Loss of the Season. Plus, the Pats Have an Offensive Coordinator.
Brian recaps a lackluster Celtics loss to the Lakers, and then gives his initial impression of the Patriots’ new offensive coordinator, Alex Van Pelt (0:30). Then, he shares his Friday Thoughts, including the new NFL head coach hirings, the Pats’ coaching staff, and the Sox’s ugly offseason (28:00). Finally, Brian and Jamie discuss their thoughts in greater detail (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 offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 27min
What Went Wrong With Mac, Bill, and the Pats With Mark Daniels
Brian recaps the Celtics’ high-scoring win over the Pacers Tuesday night, which included Kristaps Porzingis’s return to the starting lineup (0:50). He then discusses the latest details surrounding Fenway Sports Group’s purported acquisition of a large stake in the PGA Tour and how that may be influencing its stewardship of the Red Sox (23:00). Then, he speaks with MassLive’s Mark Daniels about his latest story outlining the fractured relationship between Mac Jones and Bill Belichick and where it all went wrong (35:40). Brian and Jamie offer up their final thoughts, including some job ideas for Belichick next year (1:18:00).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 offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Mark DanielsProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices