Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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A Rare Series Loss for the Sox, With Ian Cundall Aug 09, 2026

Show notes

Brian opens by discussing Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s relationship, Christian Gonzalez’s impact on the Patriots defense, and Adam Vinatieri’s eyebrow-raising Hall of Fame speech (0:00). Then, he chats with Baseball America’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s series loss to the A’s, breaking a streak of nine wins. They also chat about which players could come off the injured list and make an impact, like Roman Anthony, Curtis Mead, and Trevor Story (23:00). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Sox (1:21:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Ian Cundall

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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How Craig Breslow and the Sox Turned Their Season Around With Tyler Milliken Aug 06, 2026

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Brian examines some developments out of Pats training camp, including Kayshon Boutte’s value to the offense and what to expect from rookie tight end Eli Raridon (0:00). Then, Brian chats with Section 10’s Tyler Milliken about the Red Sox’s hot streak, Craig Breslow’s trade deadline acquisitions, the Red Sox’s lights-out bullpen, and more (16:00). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls on the Sox (1:13:20).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Tyler Milliken

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Sox Make a Splash at the Deadline Aug 04, 2026

Show notes

Brian discusses the moves that Craig Breslow and the Red Sox made at the trade deadline—including the major package they put together for All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman and the trade for Giants reliever Erik Miller that sent Marcelo Mayer away (0:00). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the moves and the Sox down the stretch (33:15).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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Sox Sweep the Dodgers. Plus, Getting Ready for the Trade Deadline With Chad Finn. Aug 03, 2026

Show notes

Brian starts by discussing some new things the Patriots offense is trying out this year at training camp (0:00). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about the Red Sox’s sweep of the Dodgers this weekend and some hitters the team might target before the trade deadline on Monday (8:20). Brian and Jamie end with some listener calls on Red Sox manager Chad Tracy and the Pats’ all-time rushing leaders (47:45).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Chad Finn

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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Summer Boston Sports Questions With Joe Murray Jul 30, 2026

Show notes

Brian opens by looking at the best QB and front office combinations in the NFL and what NBA stars the Celtics could target to improve their team (0:00). Then, he goes over some Boston sports questions with 98.5 The Sports Hub’s Joe Murray. They talk about which Pats running back will have the most rushing yards this year, whether Garrett Crochet will pitch again this season, who the second-best scorer on the C’s will be behind Jayson Tatum, and more (17:00). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls (55:55).

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Guest: Joe Murray

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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What to Expect from the Pats’ Rookies and Sophomores, With Eric Edholm. Plus, an Injury for the Sox. Jul 29, 2026

Show notes

Brian recaps the first two games of the Red Sox-A’s series and then reacts to the news that the Red Sox’s brand new infielder, Curtis Mead, is headed to the IL with a fractured wrist after less than one full game with the club (0:00). Then, he chats with Yahoo Sports’ Eric Edholm about the youngest Patriots players along the offensive line, the wide receiver corps, and more (21:50). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the latest drama surrounding Bill Belichick’s staff at North Carolina (57:25).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Eric Edholm

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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Jaylen Teams Up With LeBron , With Bobby Manning. Plus, the Sox Make a Trade! Jul 27, 2026

Show notes

Brian recaps the Red Sox’s trade that sends rookie pitcher Connelly Early to Washington in exchange for infielder Curtis Mead (0:00). Then, he chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the news that LeBron James is heading to Philly to join forces with Jaylen Brown, before they look at the Celtics heading into the 2026-27 season and whether they’re still true title contenders (29:45). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email about the MLB trade deadline (1:24:30).

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Guest: Bobby Manning

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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Patriots Training Camp Preview With Andrew Callahan Jul 24, 2026

Show notes

Brian chats with the Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about the Patriots as they open up training camp this weekend, their most anticipated games on the schedule, whether Drake Maye is overrated or underrated heading into his third season, the offensive ceiling for this team, and more (0:00). Brian and Jamie end by discussing this summer’s sports stories (48:15).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Andrew Callahan

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Sox Make History Before the Streak Comes to an End, With Kevin Hench Jul 23, 2026

Show notes

Brian chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox’s incredible 15-game win streak—which came to an end Wednesday night—and the top reasons for the Sox’s great run (0:00). Then, Brian looks at a few bats the Red Sox could target at the trade deadline and touches on Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation (35:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and talk about the win streak (53:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Kevin Hench

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Sox Win 13 in a Row! Jul 20, 2026

Show notes

Brian discusses the Red Sox’s sweep of the Rays coming out of the All-Star break, which extends their winning streak to 13 games in a row (0:00). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about the World Cup final and the tournament overall before returning to the Sox’s amazing and improbable winning streak (32:45).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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