Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

TNT’s Liam McHugh joins the show to talk about the Bruins’ record-setting pace, Patrice Bergeron’s greatness, David Pastrnak’s ongoing contract negotiations, who could challenge the B’s in the playoffs, and more (0:30). Then, WEEI’s Khari Thompson chats with Brian about the end of the Patriots' season and they give out final grades to each position group (25:30). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls and recaps the Celtics’ win over the Bulls on Monday night (1:02:15).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Liam McHugh, Khari ThompsonProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Pats’ loss to the Bills, which eliminated them from the playoffs, and reflects on the season as a whole (0:15). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, how the Pats can improve in the offseason on both sides of the ball, Tom Brady’s playoff mentality, and more (22:30). Finally, Brian answers some listener calls about the Pats and offers up a few nuggets about the Celtics’ win over the Spurs on Saturday night (46:15).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: James WhiteProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Michael Pina joins Brian to discuss the Celtics’ win over the Mavs on Thursday night, how Jayson Tatum’s supporting cast compares to Luka’s, the Celtics’ biggest threats in the East, and more (0:30). Then, The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan joins the show to talk about the Patriots-Bills game, how the two teams have been handling the Damar Hamlin situation, potential coaching staff moves in the offseason, and more (32:15). Finally, Brian delivers his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week and predicts how the Rafael Devers deal could affect other players on the Red Sox (1:08:00).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Michael Pina & Andrew CallahanProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lou Merloni joins Brian to discuss the news that the Red Sox have re-signed Rafael Devers to an 11-year, $331 million deal, and they also look at the team overall heading into the 2023 season.We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Lou MerloniProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ embarrassing loss to the Thunder and whether or not there is reason to be concerned about the team (0:30). Then, he chats with WEEI’s Scott McLaughlin about the Winter Classic at Fenway Park on Monday, the Bruins’ impressive depth, a potential contract extension for David Pastrnak, the biggest threat to the B’s in the East, and more (19:50). Finally, Brian discusses the news that the Sox and Rafael Devers reached a one-year deal to avoid arbitration and some trade rumors floating around involving the Marlins (44:00).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Scott McLaughlinProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Pats’ win over the Dolphins, which has them back in the 7th seed for the playoffs (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, Tyquan Thornton’s impact on the offense, the value of Devin McCourty and Matthew Slater’s leadership, and more (18:40). Brian ends with a listener call, and looks ahead to the Pats-Bills game next Sunday (39:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: James WhiteProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian ranks the state for the four major Boston sports franchises, which includes a recap of the Celtics-Clippers game tonight (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the upcoming Patriots Dolphins game, the Pats’ fall from glory in the AFC East, the Yankees and Red Sox’s respective offseasons and more (22:00). Then, Brian gives his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week and discusses the Derek Carr and Josh McDaniels situation in Las Vegas (45:00).  We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Chris MasonProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian talks about the Celtics’ recent wins over the Rockets and Bucks, Robert Williams’ impressive play, their big upcoming game against the Clippers, as well as the Bruins’ shootout loss to the Senators (0:30). Then, he chats with Masslive.com’s Chris Mason about the Patriots’ chances at making the playoffs, Mac’s relationship with his teammates and coaches, Jerod Mayo’s future in the NFL, and more (24:40). Finally, Brian answers some listener calls, and looks at the extremely thin Red Sox rotation (49:15).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Chris MasonProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian tries to make sense of yet another heartbreaking Patriots loss, but also tries to find the positives after the Pats almost came back after trailing 22-0 (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Nora Princiotti about the game, better play and body language from Mac Jones, who might be calling the offensive plays next year, and more (18:00). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls about the game, and previews the Celtics-Bucks showdown on Christmas Day (38:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Nora PrinciottiProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian dissects the reasons for the Celtics’ recent skid after another loss to the Pacers on Wednesday night (0:30). Then, he chats with the Bengals’ play-by-play announcer, Dan Hoard, about the upcoming Patriots-Bengals game, the Bengals’ Super Bowl chances, Joe Burrow’s impact on the franchise, and more (21:45). Brian wraps up with his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week before assessing Mac Jones’s standing and value around the NFL as his disappointing second year comes to a close (39:00).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Dan HoardProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices