Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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The Celtics Lose Out on Giannis Jun 23, 2026

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Brian reacts to the news that the Heat have traded for Giannis Antetokounmpo and discusses what the Celtics will be missing by losing out on the former MVP (0:00). Then, he chats with The Boston Herald’s Zack Cox about the trade, why Milwaukee went with Miami’s offer over Boston’s, how Jaylen Brown will react to the trade rumors, and whether or not Brown has played his last game in Boston (25:00). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the whole Giannis saga (1:04:50).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Zack Cox

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Giannis Trade Deadline Looms With Evan Valenti Jun 21, 2026

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Brian goes over the latest trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo, and offers up some comparisons to the Giannis situation with other star athletes leaving their original teams in their later years (0:00). Then, he chats with CLNS Media’s Evan Valenti about Giannis, the NBA draft, other big men the Celtics could target instead, and more (22:10). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the World Cup and the USMNT (1:04:50).

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Guest: Evan Valenti

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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How the Pats Stack Up With the Rest of the AFC, With Mike Kadlick Jun 18, 2026

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Brian discusses the Red Sox getting swept by the Blue Jays on Thursday and why the future of the club looks a bit bleak, with many of the team’s former top prospects underperforming at the major league level (0:00). Then, he chats with CLNS Media’s Mike Kadlick about the revamped Patriots offense, how Josh McDaniels will utilize A.J. Brown, how the Pats stack up against the best teams in the AFC, and more (36:30). Brian and Jamie end by talking about the World Cup (1:10:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Mike Kadlick

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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A Busy Celtics Offseason With Michael Pina Jun 16, 2026

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With rumors that Jaylen Brown might be on the move, Brian looks at some of the most painful trades in recent Boston sports history (0:00). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the NBA Finals, whether or not the Celtics should trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, how he would change the Celtics offense, what Brown is thinking about all of these rumors, and more (16:30). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about sports talk radio and the World Cup (1:13:50).

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Guest: Michael Pina

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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Giannis Rumors Heat Up Jun 15, 2026

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Brian opens by discussing the Knicks’ title and how they beat Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs (0:00). Then, he discusses the latest trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Celtics and dives into what he would bring to the C’s (9:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and a chat about the World Cup (41:15).

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The Red Sox Are a Mess With Julian McWilliams Jun 11, 2026

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Brian opens with Sam Kennedy’s latest head-scratching comments after the Red Sox got swept by the Rays as well as early reactions to Drake Maye and AJ Brown on the field together (0:00). Then, he chats with CBS Sports’ Julian McWilliams about the Sox, Garrett Crochet’s nagging injury, Craig Breslow’s job security, and more (16:20). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Knicks’ incredible comeback win in Game 4 of the Finals, and answer a listener email about the Celtics (49:00).

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Guest: Julian McWilliams

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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Will the Finals Have an Impact on the Celtics' Offseason? Plus, the Patriots Open Minicamp. Jun 09, 2026

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Brian begins by discussing the current Celtics team and how they will be remembered compared to other famous championship-winning Boston teams in recent years (0:00). Then he chats with NBC Sports’ Tom Giles about Jaylen Brown’s offseason, the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes, the A.J. Brown trade, and more (21:40). Brian and Jamie end with some notes on Patriots minicamp and some Red Sox news (1:05:20).

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Guest: Tom Giles

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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An Ugly Loss in the Bronx, With Ian Cundall Jun 07, 2026

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Brian opens by discussing the NBA Finals, and compares Jalen Brunson’s game to Jayson Tatum’s (0:00). Then, Brian chats with Baseball America’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox-Yankees series, why the trio of Roman Anthony, Marcello Mayer, and Kristian Campbell has struggled in the big leagues, Caleb Durbin’s improvement at the plate, and whether the Red Sox will be buyers or sellers (13:50). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Red Sox (58:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Ian Cundall

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Pats Offseason Is Complete With Nick ‘Fitzy’ Stevens Jun 03, 2026

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Brian opens by discussing the latest trade rumors swirling around the Celtics and Jaylen Brown, including potential deals for Giannis and with the Pelicans (0:00). Then, Brian chats with Nick ‘Fitzy’ Stevens about the trickle-down effect of the AJ Brown trade on the Patriots offense, how the Pats' receiver group stacks up against the best in the NFL, Christian Gonzalez’s contract, and more (21:45). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on another potential trade involving Brown (1:32:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Nick ‘Fitzy’ Stevens

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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A.J. Brown to the Patriots Jun 01, 2026

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Brian reacts to the Patriots trading a couple of draft picks for star wideout A.J. Brown, and why that shows that the Pats are all in for this coming season (0:00). He compares the trade with other blockbuster moves, including a recent one that put a Boston team over the top (30:30). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Brown trade and touch upon the recent Boston Globe article detailing some of the problems with Craig Breslow and the Red Sox’s front office (37:15).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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