Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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Pats Dynasty Draft With Nick “Fitzy” Stevens Feb 24, 2023

Show notes

Brian recaps the Celtics’ overtime win in Indiana before breaking down the news that the Bruins have acquired defenseman Dmitry Orlov and forward Garnet Hathaway from the Capitols (0:30). Then, he is joined by WEEI’s Nick “Fitzy” Stevens and they discuss the Patriots’ offseason thus far (20:30). Later, they each draft their ultimate Patriots team by picking players from the dynasty years (53:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Nick “Fitzy” Stevens

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Celtics First Half Grades with Brian Robb Feb 22, 2023

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Brian is joined by Brian Robb of MassLive.com and they give out their first half grades for the Celtics roster (0:30). Afterwards, Brian discusses Tanner Houck and the Red Sox pitching staff before recapping the Bruins’ win over the Senators Monday night and previewing the NHL trade deadline (37:30). Brian ends by answering some mailbag questions on the Bruins and Celtics (51:40).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Brian Robb

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Red Sox Season Preview with Steve Perrault Feb 19, 2023

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Brian opens with some thoughts on the Mac Jones trade rumors before touching on the NBA dunk contest and grading Jaylen Brown’s season so far. He also discusses the Bruins’ winning streak and their historic pace (0:30). He then chats with Steve Perrault from the 'ITM Podcast' about the upcoming 2023 Red Sox season, and they project player over/under home run totals and rank the four Sox World Series teams (22:30) He ends by answering some listener voicemails (1:14:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Steve Perrault

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Sam Pollard on Bill Russell’s Brilliance. Plus, Joe Mazzulla Gets Extended. Feb 16, 2023

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Brian opens with the news of Joe Mazzulla’s contract extension, before giving out some individual first-half grades for the Celtics (0:15). Next, Brian chats with director Sam Pollard about his new Netflix documentary 'Bill Russell: Legend,' Russell’s revolutionary approach to defense, his rivalry with Wilt Chamberlain, his activism off the court, and more (26:00). Brian wraps up with a couple of mailbag questions (48:50).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Sam Pollard

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Drew Hanlen on Jayson Tatum’s Development Feb 15, 2023

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Brian recaps the Celtics’ valiant effort in their overtime loss to the Bucks, how the C’s defended Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Derrick White’s impressive play lately. Brian also discusses the Bruins’ overtime win in Dallas (0:30). Then, he sits down with Jayson Tatum’s personal coach, Drew Hanlen, to discuss Tatum’s growth, Tatum’s relationship with Jaylen Brown, what it’s like when two of his clients go up against one another in the playoffs, and more (27:00). Brian ends with a few listener calls (53:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Drew Hanlen

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Sean McDonough on the Bruins, Sox, and Memorable Calls From His Career. Feb 12, 2023

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Brian chats with Sean McDonough about his new role as the voice of the NHL for ESPN and other big calls from throughout his career. They also talk about the Bruins’ season, the Red Sox, and the Big East’s glory days (0:30). Then, Brian answers some mailbag questions and recaps the Celtics’ win over the Grizzlies (49:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Sean McDonough

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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C’s Make a Move. Plus, Super Bowl Memories With James White. Feb 09, 2023

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Brian breaks down the trade deadline moves around the NBA and how the Celtics fared this year compared with recent years. He also recaps the Celtics' win over the Sixers on Wednesday night (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about James’s greatest Super Bowl moments, Tom Brady’s retirement, and the upcoming Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl (34:30). Brian ends with his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week (1:08:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Celtics Trade Deadline Intel with Keith Smith Feb 07, 2023

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Brian starts with Tom Brady’s interview with Bill Belichick and looks back at their relationship in recent years (0:30). Then, he chats with Spotrac’s Keith Smith about the upcoming NBA trade deadline, the Kevin Durant trade rumors, and other moves the Celtics may make (19:00). Finally, Brian takes a listener call, and gives out his top-five best trade deadline moves from the Boston teams (48:45).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Keith Smith

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Ted Johnson on Playing With Tom Brady Feb 05, 2023

Show notes

Brian starts with some thoughts on the Celtics’ loss to the Suns on Friday night, what kind of player they might target at the trade deadline, and the Kyrie Irving trade (0:15). Later, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion Ted Johnson about Tom Brady’s retirement, special moments from their time together in New England, and the current team’s makeup (23:00). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls and discusses the latest Alex Cora news (59:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Ted Johnson

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Alex Cora on the MLB Offseason and the 2023 Red Sox Feb 02, 2023

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Brian talks to Red Sox manager Alex Cora about the team's offseason moves, including Rafael Devers’s big contract extension, Xander Bogaerts’s departure, the revamped bullpen, and more. (0:30). Brian ends with some analysis of the Celtics and Bruins’ wins on Wednesday night (44:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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