Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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Celtics Avoid Elimination With Justin Verrier May 24, 2023

Show notes

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the Celtics' Game 4 win in Miami, Jayson Tatum’s big night, Boston’s hot 3-point shooting, the team’s improved defense, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes some calls (42:30) before finishing up with some leftover Celtics notes, and the news that Tom Brady is going to be a part-owner of the Raiders (56:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Justin Verrier

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Celtics Get Blown Out, and Their Season Is on the Brink May 22, 2023

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Brian discusses a stunning Celtics blowout loss in Miami, why the team looks so disorganized, what is wrong with Jaylen Brown, Joe Mazzulla’s future, and more (0:30). Then, Brian commiserates with some callers about the Celtics loss (30:45). Brian ends with some Sox notes after they take two of three in San Diego (45:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Celtics Are Down 0-2 May 20, 2023

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Brian reacts to another Celtics loss at home to the Heat, and breaks down Joe Mazzulla’s questionable coaching decisions, Grant Williams vs. Jimmy Butler, Jaylen Brown’s alarming play, and more (0:30). Then, he takes a couple listener calls, before Brian and Jamie offer up some closing thoughts on the game (34:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Michael Pina on the Celtics’ Game 1 Loss May 18, 2023

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Brian recaps the Celtics’ Game 1 loss to Miami with The Ringer’s Michael Pina, as they discuss what went wrong for the C’s in the second half, another tremendous Jimmy Butler game, and adjustments Boston must make going into Game 2 (0:30). Then, Brian takes some calls and recaps the Red Sox-Mariners series (39:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Michael Pina

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Eastern Conference Finals Preview With Tim Bontemps May 16, 2023

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Brian chats with ESPN’s Tim Bontemps about the upcoming Celtics-Heat Eastern Conference finals, Jayson Tatum’s postseason so far, Jimmy Butler’s health, and Joe Mazzulla vs. Erik Spoelstra before they give out their series predictions (0:30). Then, Brian reflects on Tatum’s postseason career and how it stacks up against other championship-winning stars (40:30). He ends with a look back at last year’s Heat-Celtics series, which the Celtics won in seven games (48:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: Tim Bontemps

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Tatum Game, Plus Chad Finn on the Biggest Story in Boston Sports Media May 15, 2023

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Brian reacts to the Celtics’ Game 7 beatdown of the 76ers, Jayson Tatum’s otherworldly performance, this Celtics team’s place in franchise history, and more (0:30). Then, he chats with the Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about the game, drama at 98.5 The Sports Hub, the new NESN broadcast booths this season, and the NBA playoff broadcasts so far (33:20). Brian ends with a couple of listener voicemails (1:14:45).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Chad Finn

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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A Tale of Two Tatums With Raheem Palmer. Plus, Ben Lindbergh on the New MLB Rules. May 12, 2023

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Brian is joined by The Ringer’s Raheem Palmer to react to a wild Celtics Game 6 win in Philly. They discuss Jayson Tatum’s rollercoaster of a game, James Harden’s poor performance, and whether or not Joe Mazzulla and Doc Rivers are coaching for their jobs in Game 7 (0:15). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh about the new MLB rules, the surprisingly good Red Sox, and how the team might bolster its starting rotation (31:00). Brian ends with a listener call, and a quick review of the Patriots 2023-24 schedule (1:13:20).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: Raheem Palmer and Ben Lindbergh

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Celtics’ Season Is on the Brink. Plus, John Jastremski on the Top AFC East Offseason Moves. May 10, 2023

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Brian recaps the Celtics' brutal blowout loss to the 76ers, another slow start for Jayson Tatum, Joe Mazzulla vs. Doc Rivers, and more (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the NBA playoffs, the top five AFC East offseason moves, and a highly competitive AL East (36:00). Brian ends with some listener calls and emails, before a quick recap of the Red Sox’s loss in Atlanta (1:01:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: John Jastremski

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Celtics Lose Another During Crunch Time. Plus, Steven Ruiz on Mac Jones Entering Year 3. May 08, 2023

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Brian breaks down yet another close Celtics loss, why this team can’t seem to win these tight games, and Tatum and Brown’s inconsistent play (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz about the Patriots’ offense, their offseason additions, Bill O’Brien as the new offensive coordinator, and Mac Jones as he enters his third season (23:00). Brian ends with a mailbag question, and then recaps the Red Sox’s series against the Phillies (58:15).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Steven Ruiz

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Celtics Take Back Home Court Advantage, and the Sox Make It Seven Straight. May 06, 2023

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Brian recaps the Celtics’ game three win against the 76ers, a great overall defensive performance, Jaylen Brown’s physicality, and more (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the Red Sox’s seven game win streak, Chris Sale’s impressive velocity, the team’s red hot offense, and he also reevaluates Chaim Bloom’s offseason moves (31:40).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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