
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

Dec 8, 2024 • 1h 22min
Recapping the Celtics' Weekend With Bobby Manning. Plus, Sunday Thoughts.
Brian gives out his Sunday thoughts on Bill Belichick, the Sox, and more (0:45). Then, Brian chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the Celtics’ weekend, including a win against the Bucks and a loss to the Grizzlies (17:00). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the College Football Playoff bracket (1:06:50).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Bobby ManningProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 5, 2024 • 1h 27min
A Drake Maye Comparison, Plus Sox Optimism
Brian looks back at other great athletes that didn’t have a good enough supporting cast and discusses whether Drake Maye could be in for a similar fate (1:00). Then, Brian hits some quick notes on the Celtics continuing their winning ways, the Bruins turning things around, and some optimism around the Sox’s offseason (37:25). Then, Brian and Jamie answer some listener emails and give out their best bets for Week 14 in the NFL (55:55).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 3, 2024 • 1h 9min
Ted Johnson on the Pats' Coaching Staff. Plus, the Sox Make a Signing.
Brian discusses the Celtics’ win over the Heat on Monday night and the benefits of Joe Mazzulla’s intense, competitive mindset (0:45). Then, Brian talks to three-time Super Bowl champ Ted Johnson about the questions surrounding the Patriots’ coaching staff, who on the staff might not survive the offseason, the team’s incredibly leaky defense, Drake Maye’s bright future, and more (20:10). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the Sox's signing of receiver Aroldis Chapman (54:45).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Ted JohnsonProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 2, 2024 • 1h 18min
The Pats Let Drake Down. Plus, the Celts Go Down in Cleveland.
Brian breaks down another frustrating loss from the Pats before he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about how the Pats let the game slip away, Drake Maye’s strong performance, and more (1:00). Then, Brian recaps the Celtics' loss to the Cavaliers, who they are chasing in the Eastern Conference standings (38:00). Brian ends with some listener calls, before he and producer Jamie offer up some final thoughts on the C's and Pats (57:40).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: James WhiteProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 27, 2024 • 1h 19min
A Huge Game for Mayo on Sunday
Brian starts the pod by listing three things he’s thankful for in the Boston sports scene (0:55). Then, he speaks with NBC Sports’ Tom Giles about Patriots vs. Colts, Anthony Richardson vs. Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo’s future with the Patriots, Kristaps Porzingis’s impact on the Celtics, and more (14:35). Then, Brian and Jamie discuss the packed week in sports before giving out their best bets for Week 13 (52:45).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Tom GilesProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 26, 2024 • 1h 51min
The Unicorn Is Back! With Evan Valenti. Plus, the Pats Can’t Get out of Their Own Way.
Brian chats with CLNS Media’s Evan Valenti about Kristaps Porzingis’s return to the court and how special this Celtics team really is (0:40). Then, Brian details all of the issues surrounding Jerod Mayo and why he has struggled so much in his first season as the head coach of the Pats (48:15). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Mayo and the Red Sox’s offseason plans (1:19:45).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Evan ValentiProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 25, 2024 • 1h 6min
Embarrassing Loss for the Pats in Miami
Brian talks to three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots' brutal loss to the Dolphins, which featured a slew of penalties, mental mistakes, coaching lapses, and more (0:45). Then, Brian recaps the Celtics' win over the Timberwolves on Sunday, including a barrage of 3-pointers from the C’s (12:50). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Patriots’ shaky coaching, front office, and ownership and whether the team can properly maximize Drake Maye’s talent (35:20).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: James WhiteProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 37min
Optimism About the Sox’s Offseason With Lou Merloni. Plus, a Pats-Dolphins Preview.
Brian looks at the numbers from the Celtic's big win over the Cavaliers on Tuesday night, and the impact Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have on the team’s offense (0:45). Then, he chats with NESN’s Lou Merloni about Sam Kennedy’s promising comments about the Red Sox’s offseason plan, Juan Soto’s future, the top pitching targets, and more (15:30). Brian and Jamie end with a look at Pats-Dolphins and their best bets for Week 11 in the NFL (1:04:15).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Lou MerloniProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 20, 2024 • 1h 31min
Celts Snap the Cavs’ Unbeaten Streak, Jim Montgomery Is Out, and Chris Mason on the State of the Pats
Brian discusses the Celtics' impressive win over the previously unbeaten Cavaliers, Jayson Tatum’s incredible game, a vintage effort from Al Horford, and more (0:35). Then, Brian details Jim Montgomery’s rocky season with the Bruins, why the team made a change, and whether he deserves the blame for the Bruins’ lackluster season so far (27:50). Then, Brian chats with MassLive’s Chris Mason about the Pats and Drake Maye's and Jerod Mayo’s first seasons (43:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the Red Sox and MLB free agency (1:13:40).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Chris MasonProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 17, 2024 • 1h 10min
Maye and Stafford Put On a Show
Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the Patriots’ loss to the Rams, Drake Maye going toe-to-toe with Matthew Stafford, some more questionable coaching decisions from Jerod Mayo, college football, and more (0:45). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics’ too-close-for-comfort win over the Raptors on Saturday and why they’re giving up so many points in the paint in these games (37:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Pats and talk about Maye’s bright future (53:00).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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: James WhiteProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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