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Red Sox pitcher Drew Pomeranz May 18, 2017

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CSNNE.com Red Sox Insider Evan Drellich sits down with pitcher Drew Pomeranz to talk about his short time so far in Boston, the controversial trade, his health, and his interest in photography/

S2 E19: Pitching Problems May 15, 2017

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On this episode of The Baseball Show podcast... 0:14 - A discussion about Drew Pomeranz only pitching 3 innings before leaving the game with tight triceps and Dave Dombrowski evaluating medical history. 4:39 - Merloni, Drellich, and Carrabis talk about David Price's scheduled return to the Red Sox at the end of May after pitching a simulated game in Pawtucket on Sunday. 11:48 - With John Farrell bringing in Craig Kimbrel during the 8th inning and a tie ballgame, Lou Merloni and Evan Drellich get into a spirited debate about how managers should use their closer and in what inning.

Brewers GM David Stearns: Tyler Thornburg was healthy at time of trade May 10, 2017

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CSNNE.com Red Sox Insider Evan Drellich talks with Milwaukee Brewers General Manager David Stearns about the health of Tyler Thornburg, the Brewers' shoulder program, what he saw in Travis Shaw, what's with all the home runs in baseball, whether the Red Sox' interest in Eric Thames was a factor in his own pursuit of the slugger, what he misses most about Boston from his days at Harvard and that time he was a college sports writer interviewing Dan Shaughnessy.

S2 E17: Shuffle Up the Lineup May 08, 2017

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On this episode of The Baseball Show Podcast... 0:30 - The Red Sox lineup gets shuffled up and breaks out against the Twins. How much credit does Farrell deserve for the offensive break out? Meanwhile, Jackie Bradley Jr sits down as he struggles at the plate. 4:26 - The guys debate if Andrew Benintendi or Mookie Betts is currently the Red Sox best player. Also, a discussion about Chris Sale letting up 4 runs but again striking out 10 batters. 8:36 - The Red Sox have 3rd base problems. What is the solution? Trade deadline acquisition? Is Rafael Devers the answer? 14:10 - A debate on ranking the top 5 players in the MLB that are under 25 years old. 17:15 - David Price is throwing simulated games and Dave Dombrowski says he is throwing 95 MPH. Lou Merloni does not like how Dombrowksi is talking about Price as he continues to recover.

Super agent Scott Boras: 'I fully intend to work at this job for years to come' May 04, 2017

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CSNNE.com Red Sox Insider Evan Drellich talks with one of the most powerful men in Major League Baseball, agent Scott Boras. Boras talks about the recent back and forth between the Red Sox and Orioles, and whether there's a place for that in the game; whether he has had clients talk to him about the racial climate in Boston; the contract situations of clients Xander Bogaerts, Jackie Bradley, Jr. and other Red Sox; thoughts on labor relations; and whether he sees himself shifting focus within the game.

S2 E15: Leadership Problems May 01, 2017

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On this episode of The Baseball Show Podcast, Lou Merloni, Evan Drellich, and Jared Carrabis discuss... 0:16 - Life after David Ortiz: Are there leadership problems in the clubhouse with him there? Discussion on who should step up in that role. 6:23 - Theo Epstein’s legacy with the Red Sox and what could have happened if he never left for Chicago. 13:04 - Merloni and Carrabis get into a debate about if Red Sox fans want to see David Price succeed, or if fans would rather see him fail. 19:12 - Will the bad blood between the Red Sox and Orioles carry over into this week with a four-game series starting on Monday?

S2 E14: An interview with David Ross Apr 28, 2017

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Red Sox Insider Evan Drellich talks with former Red Sox and Cubs catcher David Ross about his loyalties during this weekend's series against the defending champs, his feelings on the Pedroia /Matt Barnes situation with the Orioles, and "Dancing with the Stars".

S2 E13: Base Brawl Apr 24, 2017

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On this episode of The Baseball Show Podcast, Lou Merloni, Evan Drellich, and Jared Carrabis discuss... 0:30 - Manny Machado sliding into Dustin Pedroia spikes up at 2nd base, if the slide from Machado was dirty and what his intention really was. 8:58 - Dustin Pedroia’s reaction in the dugout after Manny Machado was thrown behind by Matt Barnes, as Pedroia was seen saying that it was not him making that call. 11:41 - John Farrell's decision last Thursday to remove Chris Sale after 8 innings and bring in Craig Kimbrel for the 9th inning, where he proceeded to blow the save. 17:42 - Caller: Bogaerts’s had a bad feed to Pedroia which led to Machado’s slide. And if Matt Barnes will be suspended for intentionally throwing behind Machado.

S2 E12: Carl Willis interview with Evan Drellich Apr 17, 2017

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In this podcast of The Baseball Show, Evan Drellich interview Red Sox pitching coach Carl Willis and discusses... 1:21 - Typical day for coaches on the staff 3:36 - When and how Willis got into coaching 6:38 - What happened during his prime years of his playing career 9:01 - Playing under Pete Rose as a manager when he was on the Reds 14:28 - What it means when a pitcher says he did not execute his pitches 18:10 - The latest on Red Sox pitchers Drew Pomeranz, David Price, and Craig Kimbrel 22:40 - On how the Mets develop pitchers 24:08 - On relationships with pitchers outside of the park

S2 E11: Platoon the Panda Apr 17, 2017

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This week on The Baseball Show Podcast with Lou Merloni, Jared Carrabis, and Evan Drellich… 0:30 - Leading off thoughts: Red Sox offense, evaluation of Mitch Moreland, and Pablo being unlucky. 3:19 - Debate if it is time to have a platoon at third base, with Pablo Sandoval taking a seat on the bench against left handed pitching. 6:46 - Mitch Moreland has been a doubles machine early on this season and is showing how he is built for playing in Fenway Park. 09:20 - What the main concerns are for the Red Sox rotation besides Chris Sale. Also discuss Drew Pomeranz start against the Rays and if Andrew Benintendi was to blame for Pomeranz only going 4.1 innings. 16:13 - Evan Drellich makes Buck Showalter angry due to his questioning and Hanley Ramirez seems to not want to play first base. 20:06 - Craig Kimbrel getting the job done and how small sample sizes from the closer may have rattled some Red Sox fans prematurely.

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