Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Latest Episodes:

Celts Snap the Cavs’ Unbeaten Streak, Jim Montgomery Is Out, and Chris Mason on the State of the Pats Nov 20, 2024

Show notes

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).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Chris Mason

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Maye and Stafford Put On a Show Nov 17, 2024

Show notes

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).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Tatum’s Place Among the NBA’s Best With Michael Pina Nov 14, 2024

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Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ start to the season, Jayson Tatum’s place among the top players in the NBA, the incredible 3-point shooting from the C’s, their biggest rivals in the East, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their top picks for Week 11 (47:15).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Michael Pina

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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A Stinker for the Celts. Plus, the Pats Are Improving. Nov 13, 2024

Show notes

Brian recaps the Celtics’ loss to the Hawks (their worst of the season), including some of their critical mistakes (1:00). Then, Brian discusses some Red Sox free agent news involving Juan Soto, Nick Pivetta, and some of the other top pitchers on the market (17:00). After, Brian chats with the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots’ improvement in recent weeks, reassessing the Pats’ coaching staff, Drake Maye’s effect on the rest of the team, Kayshon Boutte’s development, and more (35:40). Brian takes a listener call before he and Jamie discuss the NBA Cup and the Sox’s free agency plans (1:15:40).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Doug Kyed

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Drake Maye Beats Caleb Williams, and the Celts Come Back to Beat the Bucks Nov 11, 2024

Show notes

Brian talks to three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ upset win over the Bears, Drake Maye’s game compared to Caleb Williams, the Pats’ stout defense, and more (0:35). Then, Brian breaks down the Celtics’ win over the Bucks, and Jayson Tatum’s impressive MVP-type start to the season (35:40). Brian ends with some listener calls, and he and producer Jamie chat about the day in Boston sports (1:01:50).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Drake Maye vs. Caleb Williams with Eric Edholm Nov 08, 2024

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Brian talks to NFL Media’s Eric Edholm about Drake Maye’s promising rookie season, assessing the Patriots’ draft class, Pats vs. Bears, and the rookie QB showdown between Maye and Caleb Williams (0:45). Then, Brian breaks down some Celtics stats and Neemias Queta’s impact on the team (39:10). Brian and Jamie end with the best bets for NFL Week 10, and some more thoughts on Maye vs. Williams (47:40).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Eric Edholm

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Kerr and the Warriors Beat Tatum and the Celtics at the Garden Nov 07, 2024

Show notes

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the Celtics’ loss to the Warriors at home, the Steve Kerr–Jayson Tatum drama, Derrick White’s All-Star case, the Brian Scalabrine–Kendrick Perkins beef, and more (0:45). Then, Brian discusses the Red Sox’s offseason plans, and the Bruins’ shutout loss to the Maple Leafs (32:00). Finally, Brian answers a listener call before he and Jamie wrap with some final thoughts on the game and sports media (50:10).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Justin Verrier

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Maye Magic, But the Pats Come Up Short Nov 04, 2024

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Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ overtime loss to the Titans, including some spectacular plays from Drake Maye, including a last-second, game-tying touchdown, the Patriots inability to run the ball and stop the run, a lack of production from the team’s wide receivers, the upcoming trade deadline, and more (0:50). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics' back-to-back wins in Charlotte and the drama surrounding former Celtic Grant Williams's flagrant foul on Jayson Tatum (30:00) . Brian takes a couple listener calls, before he and producer Jamie wrap up with some final thoughts on the Pats and C’s (48:05).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Drake Maye’s Impressive Start to the Season Nov 01, 2024

Show notes

Brian gives some quick thoughts on Mookie Betts's third title win, and looks back at one of the worst trades in Red Sox history (1:00). Then, he speaks with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about Drake Maye’s promising career start, whether or not he'll play Sunday after last week’s concussion, Ja'Lynn Polk and the rest of the Pats’ underwhelming receiving corps, the upcoming matchup with the Titans, and more (12:00). Brian and Jamie later end with some leftover World Series thoughts, their best bets of Week 9, and some Chiefs-Pats dynasty comparisons (51:10).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Chad Graff

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Celtics Suffer Their First Loss of the Season Oct 31, 2024

Show notes

Brian details the Celtics’ overtime loss to the Pacers, Neemias Queta’s unsung performance, how the Celtics will bounce back, and more (0:30). Then, he discusses a disappointing start to the Bruins’ season, and whether they have enough talent to truly be competitive this year (29:30). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about some new eyebrow-raising comments from Joe Mazzulla (35:10).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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