Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Latest Episodes:

The Celts Advance to the Conference Finals May 16, 2024

Show notes

Brian breaks down the Celtics' win over the Cavs Wednesday night, which sends them to the Eastern Conference finals for the third straight season (0:40). Then, Brian discusses the wild Bruins-Panthers series, which heads to a Game 6 Friday night at the Garden, and whether Jeremy Swayman can continue his otherworldly goaltending (34:25). Finally, Brian and Jamie answer a C's listener call, discuss the Patriots’ newly released schedule, and talk about Jamie’s new baseball newsletter, ‘Now and Then Baseball’ (47:35)

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Celts Take A Commanding Series Lead. Plus Chris Mason on his Drake Maye Profile May 14, 2024

Show notes

Brian recaps the Celtics game 4 win against a shorthanded Cavaliers team, which featured more stellar play from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum (0:30). Then, Brian chats with MassLive’s Chris Mason about his Drake Maye profile, which gets into Maye’s family and upbringing (33:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Maye some more, and the officiating controversies surrounding the Bruins and the NHL (1:01:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Chris Mason

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Bruins Lose a Controversial Game 4, Plus Three Big Celtics Thoughts May 13, 2024

Show notes

Brian recaps a tough Bruins loss to the Panthers, which included a controversial no-call on the Panthers’ game-tying goal, and discusses whether the B’s have any hope at getting back into the series (0:45). Then, Brian gives out three Celtics thoughts after their Game 3 win in Cleveland, including how Jayson Tatum responded to the criticism he received after Game 2 and his value beyond scoring (16:00). Brian and Jamie then end by discussing Eliot Wolf officially becoming the Pats’ top front office exec, and more (58:20).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Celts Blow Another Game 2, With Justin Verrier May 10, 2024

Show notes

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the Celtics’ shocking blowout loss to the Cavs, which included some sloppy defense, atrocious shooting, and questionable lineups from the Cs (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie answer some listener calls and emails on the game (42:40).

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Guest: Justin Verrier

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Bruins-Panthers Series Is Officially Wild. Plus, a Celts-Cavs Game 2 Preview With Jonathan Peterlin. May 09, 2024

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Brian recaps a wild Game 2 of the Bruins-Panthers series, which included multiple fights and some continued defensive misplays from the B's. He then touches on Chris Sale’s start against the Red Sox and looks back at his Sox tenure (0:30). Brian then chats with 92.3 The Fan’s Jonathan Peterlin about the Celtics-Cavaliers series, how the Cavs can possibly stop Derrick White, and whether they have a shot at winning the series. Finally, they touch on former Browns employees Eliot Wolf and Alex Van Pelt (28:45).

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Guest: Jonathan Peterlin

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Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Celtics Blow Out the Cavs. Plus, Scott McLaughlin on Bruins-Panthers. May 08, 2024

Show notes

Brian recaps another Celtics postseason blowout win, this time to take Game 1 against the Cavaliers (0:30). Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Scott McLaughlin about the Bruins' upset win over the Panthers in Game 1 of their series, which included some sharpshooting from the B’s and a rejuvenated David Pastrnak (28:35). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Netflix’s Tom Brady roast (1:04:15).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Scott McLaughlin

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Sean Grande Previews Celtics-Cavs. Plus, the Bruins Win Game 7!! May 06, 2024

Show notes

Brian chats with Celtics play-by-play voice Sean Grande about the upcoming Cavaliers series, Joe Mazzulla’s performance in the playoffs, the rest of the NBA playoffs, and more (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Bruins' thrilling Game 7 overtime win against Toronto, including Jeremy Swayman’s MVP-like performance and David Pastrnak’s game-winning goal (46:45). Brian ends with listener calls and emails before he and Jamie talk about the Bruins (1:00:45).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Sean Grande

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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B's Come Up Short Again, With Kevin Hench May 03, 2024

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Brian chats with Kevin Hench about another Bruins loss in a series-tying game, setting up a decisive Game 7 at the Garden (0:30). They also discuss the Celtics’ road to the Finals, the Red Sox’s surprisingly good start to the season, and their initial thoughts on new Pats QB Drake Maye (25:50). Brian ends with a couple listener calls on the B's before Brian and Jamie discuss the series and the NBA playoffs (57:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Kevin Hench

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Celts End the Heat, With Michael Pina May 02, 2024

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Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ Game 5 win over the Heat to take the series, how long the Celtics will be without Kristaps Porzingis, and how they will fill his place. They also take a look at the other series in the East, the upcoming Nuggets-Timberwolves series, and more (0:35). Then, Brian takes a listener call on the B's and discusses their series with the Maple Leafs before he and Jamie chat about Jerod Mayo’s new team culture in Foxborough (51:10).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Michael Pina

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Derrick White Goes Off, But Kristaps Porzingis Goes Down Apr 30, 2024

Show notes

Brian chats with Evan Valenti of the 'Celtics Beat' podcast about the Celtics’ rout of the Heat in Game 4, which saw Derrick White go off for 38 points, Kristaps Porzingis go down with an injury, a controversial flagrant foul by Bam Adebayo on Jayson Tatum, some questionable comments from TNT’s Stan Van Gundy, and more (0:30). Then, Brian answers some listener calls before he and Jamie discuss some bets for the series, and more (58:55).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Evan Valenti

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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