Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian recaps the Celtics' second win over the Cavs in back-to-back games, behind big-time performances from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, before he looks ahead to a couple of tough games against the Magic this weekend (0:30). Then, Brian chats with Alex Gold of 610 Sports in Kansas City about the upcoming Patriots-Chiefs game, the Chiefs' controversial loss to the Bills last week, covering Taylor Swift mania in Kansas City, how the Chiefs have tried to replace Tyreek Hill, and more (23:20). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their picks for Pats and the rest of the NFL in Week 15 (49:20).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: Alex GoldProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Pats get ready to play the Chiefs on Sunday, Brian compares the Chiefs’ current run with the Patriots dynasty, their similarities, and some key differences (0:30). Then, Brian talks about the Red Sox’s quiet offseason, and what that tells us about the Sox’s ownership (29:40). Finally, Brian takes a couple calls, and Brian and Jamie discuss the Sox’s lackluster offseason thus far (45:00).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

Brian opens by discussing the report from NBC Sports’ Tom E. Curran that Bill Belichick and the Pats are headed for a parting of the ways after this season and what it means for the team and Belichick’s legacy (0:40). Then, Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Cavaliers, including a great all-around effort from the starting five (8:55). Then, Brian chats with NESN’s Zack Cox about the Belichick news, the Patriots’ draft position as the season nears its end, which players the Pats might target in the offseason, and more (27:10).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 BarrettGuest: Zack CoxProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian briefly discusses the In-Season Tournament Final in Vegas Saturday night, before taking a closer look at Kristaps Porzingis’ return to the starting lineup for the Cs, and how Jaylen Brown fits into the team’s offense (0:40). Then, Brian chats with The Boston Globe’s Julian McWilliams about Shohei Ohtani’s megadeal, who will win the Yoshinobu Yamamoto sweepstakes, other pitchers the Red Sox should target, the Tyler O’Neill trade with the Cardinals, and more (16:00).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: Julian McWilliamsProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian and James White break down the Patriots' 21-18 victory over the Steelers, including a solid start from Bailey Zappe, Juju Smith-Schuster’s best game as a Patriot, and another strong performance from the defense (0:30). Then, Brian talks about the Yankees' acquisition of Juan Soto and how that changes the balance of power in the AL East (39:00). Finally, Brian and Jamie chat about MLB free agency before giving out their picks for Week 14 (49:30).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: James WhiteProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the news that the Red Sox have traded Alex Verdugo to the Yankees for pitching prospects, before he chats with Andrew Fillipponi of 93.7 The Fan about the upcoming Patriots-Steelers game on Thursday night, whether the Pats have a shot to win, how much longer Mike Tomlin will be the coach of the Steelers, and more (0:30). Then, Brian talks to The Boston Globe’s Conor Ryan about the Bruins and their recent slump, another terrific season from David Pastrnak, and the top teams in the Eastern Conference (33:30). Finally, Brian and Jamie give out their game picks for Pats-Steelers (1:07:40).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 BarrettGuests: Andrew Fillipponi and Conor RyanProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics' IST quarterfinal loss to the Pacers, in which the Celtics exhibited some of the same bad habits that have burned them in the past, including careless turnovers, ill-advised 3-point attempts, and a failure to get to the free throw line (0:15). Then, Brian looks at Bill O’Brien’s job as the Pats’ offensive coordinator and why he has been such a bad fit for the team (30:00). Finally, Brian takes a call before he and Jamie offer up some final thoughts on the Celtics’ run in the in-season tournament (41:10).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

Brian and James White break down another ugly Patriots loss, as they fall to the Chargers 6-0. They discuss Bailey Zappe’s first start of the season, why the offense couldn’t get anything going, the Patriots’ lack of weapons, the College Football Playoff, and more (0:30). Then, Brian chats with Caitlin Cooper of 'Basketball, She Wrote' about the upcoming Celtics-Pacers in-season tournament quarterfinal, Tyrese Haliburton’s impressive season, which Pacer will guard Jayson Tatum, and give out their game predictions (43:20). Finally, Brian and producer Jamie go over a tough day betting-wise, and look at the week ahead in Boston sports (1:15:25).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: James White and Caitlin CooperProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics 14-4 start to the season, Jayson Tatum’s increased physicality, What Kristaps Porzingis has brought to the team, Jaylen’s role on the squad, Al Horford’s work off the bench, and more (0:40). Then, Brian and Jamie answer an email, talk about the upcoming Pats-Chargers game, and give out some bets for Week 13 (56:25).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: Michael PinaProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with his thoughts on the NBA In-Season Tournament, as the Celtics manage to advance with their blowout win over the Bulls. He talks about what he likes about the tournament, as well as an impressive game from Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Jaylen Brown, and Al Horford (0:50). Then, he talks to NFL Media’s Eric Edholm about the Pats, where Bill Belichick might end up coaching next season, the top NFL draft prospects, and more (32:10). Then, Brian discusses the Bruins’ recent losing streak, before he and Jamie give some final thoughts on the In-Season Tournament (1:01:30)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: Eric EdholmProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices