Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian talks about the news that the Patriots are interviewing offensive coordinator candidates and negotiating a new contract with Jerrod Mayo, and what that says about Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick’s relationship (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about Jayson Tatum’s chances of winning MVP, Jaylen Brown’s strength around the rim, how Rob Williams has given the C’s offense a boost, the Celtics’ biggest threats in the East, and more (13:30). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls, previews Tom Brady’s game against the Cowboys, and talks some Sox news (36:00).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Justin VerrierProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons and Kevin Hench join Brian to vent about the recent troubles befalling the Red Sox, including the news that Trevor Story will miss most—if not all—of the 2023 season, the terrible return on investment in the Mookie Betts trade, and Chris Sale’s albatross of a contract, and to debate whether or not Chaim Bloom is the worst GM in recent Sox history (0:30). Then they turn their attention to Patriots woes since Brady’s departure, how their strengths in special teams and situational football have turned into weaknesses, Mac’s future with the team, friction between Kraft and Belichick, and more (29:40).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Bill Simmons and Kevin HenchProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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