Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Latest Episodes:

Pats Lose in Crushing Fashion, and Their Season Is on the Brink, with James White Dec 19, 2022

Show notes

Brian recaps a wild Patriots-Raiders game and discusses the final play that doomed the Pats, as well as Mac’s performance and demeanor and Rhamondre’s big game (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the stunning loss, how the Patriots gave up a late fourth-quarter lead, Chandler Jones’s winning TD, and more (17:20). Finally, Brian takes a listener call and talks about another C’s loss to the Magic, plus the Sox signing Justin Turner (35:20).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean Grande on the Historically Great C’s. Plus, How Much Does Mac Miss McDaniels? Dec 15, 2022

Show notes

Brian is joined by the voice of the Celtics, Sean Grande, and they discuss the team's historic start, Robert Williams’s imminent return, Jaylen Brown’s outstanding month, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes a listener call and discusses the impact that the loss of Josh McDaniels has had on the Pats offense this season, before touching on some recent MLB signings (1:03:00).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Sean Grande

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tatum Makes a Statement as the C’s Escape L.A. With a Win. Plus, Pete Abraham on the Sox’s Offseason Dec 13, 2022

Show notes

Brian recaps the Celtics’ wild win over the Lakers on Tuesday night, Jayson Tatum’s clutch performance, and overall thoughts on the Celtics’ road trip before he gives his current rankings of the Boston GMs (0:15). Then, he chats with Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe about the Red Sox’s offseason, why they let Xander Bogaerts walk, the front office’s reputation around the league, and more (26:45). Finally, Brian takes a call and breaks down the Bruins’ shootout win over the Islanders (57:00).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Pete Abraham

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pats Win in Unimpressive Fashion, Plus the Celtics Are in a Funk Dec 13, 2022

Show notes

Brian recaps the Patriots’ win over the Cardinals on 'Monday Night Football,' the mistakes that almost cost them the game, and their upcoming schedule as they fight for a playoff spot (0:30). Then, he sits down with three-time Super Bowl champion James White to talk about the game, the Pats' young RBs that stepped up, the Judon-Uche combo, and the Patriots' upcoming week out West (17:00). Then, Brian takes a couple calls and breaks down the Celtics’ West Coast woes (41:30).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where the ‘22 Celtics and Bruins Rank Amongst the Greatest Boston Teams of the 21st Century. Plus, A Pats-Cardinals Preview Dec 09, 2022

Show notes

Brian marvels at the current success of the Celtics and Bruins, and sees where they fit amongst the best Boston teams of this century across the four major sports (0:30). Then, he sits down with Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com to discuss the upcoming Patriots-Cardinals Monday night game, friction between Kyler Murray and the team, Kliff Kingsbury’s job security, the Pats' offensive struggles vs. the Cards' defensive struggles, and more (18:30). Finally, Brian gives his final thoughts on the Xander Bogaerts disaster, but also looks at some of the other Red Sox free agent signings (37:00).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: Tyler Drake

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons On Xander Bogaerts’ Exit, and the Red Sox’s Fading Place in Boston Sports Dec 08, 2022

Show notes

Brian reacts to the news that Xander Bogaerts is leaving the Red Sox and signing an 11-year, $280 million contract with the Padres (0:30). Then, he chats with Bill Simmons about the Bogaerts news, how it affects the Red Sox’s standing in Boston, and where the team goes from here. Then, they talk about the soaring Celtics and Bruins before commiserating about the lackluster Patriots (21:45).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: Bill Simmons

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlie Weis on the Patriots’ Offensive Issues and Tom Brady Over the Years Dec 06, 2022

Show notes

Brian chats with former Patriots offensive coordinator and three-time Super Bowl champion Charlie Weis about the Patriots’ offensive struggles, how they can fix them, and stories about Tom Brady and the 2000s Patriots dynasty (0:30). Then Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Raptors on Monday night, Blake Griffin’s strong performance, and whether or not Jaylen Brown can make an All-NBA team (28:00). Finally, he takes a listener call and discusses the Red Sox and the MLB Winter Meetings (44:00).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: Charlie Weis

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to "Off the Pike with Brian Barrett" Dec 06, 2022

Show notes

Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, 'Off the Pike' features instant reactions to the biggest games and stories in town, plus unique conversations with local and Ringer personalities.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One-and-Done for Patricia As OC With Khari Thompson. Plus, the C’s Are in Kyrie’s Head! Dec 05, 2022

Show notes

Brian recaps the Celtics’ breezy win over the Nets on Sunday, and how Jaylen Brown shined while Kyrie struggled (0:30). Then, he chats with WEEI’s Khari Thompson about the fallout from the Pats’ loss to the Bills on Thursday, potential discontentment in the locker room, and whether or not Matt Patricia’s days are numbered in New England (17:15). Finally, Brian takes a listener call, discusses the news that the Red Sox are unlikely to retain Xander Bogaerts, and business as usual from the first place Bruins (53:00).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: Khari Thompson

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James White on a Rough Night for the Pats, Plus Andrew Raycroft on the Record-Setting B’s Dec 02, 2022

Show notes

Brian reacts to yet another Bills beatdown of the Patriots (0:30), before breaking it down with three-time Super Bowl champ James White as they discuss the Pats’ dysfunctional offense, potential friction between Mac Jones and Matt Patricia, Devin McCourty’s Patriots career, and more (15:20). Then, Brian chats with Andrew Raycroft about the first-place Bruins, Jim Montgomery’s leadership, and David Pasternak’s chances of winning the Hart Trophy (38:30). Finally, Brian discusses Jayson Tatum’s 49-point game against the Heat and some other Celtics news (1:01:50).

We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172.

Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: James White and Andrew Raycroft

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices