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Live BP, Ep. 10: David Ortiz is headed to Cooperstown Jan 26, 2022

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Bradfo and Coop get together to reflect on the news that David Ortiz is heading into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, revisiting what the former Red Sox slugger meant and exactly how unique he was. Also, Coop has already booked his room for the ceremony.

Live BP, Ep. 9: Christian Arroyo has arrived Jan 21, 2022

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One of the breakout players for the Red Sox in 2021 was second baseman Christian Arroyo. He jumped aboard the Live BP Podcast Express with Bradfo and Coop to talk his love for Tom Brady, the inside story of his best big league season ever, and a very heartfelt reaction to the passing of Jerry Remy. He also weighed in on the big Garrett Whitlock vs. Tanner Houck race controversy. Always entertaining, Arroyo is worth a listen.

Live BP, Ep. 8: The newest Red Sox Rich Hill Jan 19, 2022

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What led Rich Hill back to the Red Sox this offseason? The lefty hurler joins Bradfo and Coop to explain the behind-the-scenes workings that went into Hill's return to the Sox. He also serves as a super double-secret agent, explaining the secrets behind being a Tampa Bay Rays pitcher. You aren't going to find a more insightful current player than this podcast guest. (Spoiler: There is also a surprise appearance from the great Joe Castiglione.)

Live BP, Ep. 7: Jonathan Papelbon has announcements Jan 17, 2022

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Former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon joins Bradfo to talk retirement (or lack thereof), Bryce Harper, Phillies fans, and how he blew out his arm throwing out the first pitch. It's pure Papelbon.

Live BP, Ep. 6: Jon Lester talks Red Sox, retirement, beer tabs Jan 14, 2022

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Fresh off his retirement announcement, former Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester joined Bradfo and Coop to reflect on why he didn't end up becoming a Red Sox for life, offering behind the scenes information regarding the path that he took to Chicago. Lester also dives into why players aren't taking contract extensions, the first and second biggest beer tabs he ever picked up, and the one time he played golf with Bradfo.

Live BP, Ep. 5: Hall of Famer Tom Caron talks Hall of Fame controversies Jan 13, 2022

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NESN's Tom Caron, an inductee into the Maine Athletic Hall of Fame, joins Bradfo and Coop to break down Bradfo's ballot, debate this very controversial HOF class and offer his own unofficial submissions. Coop also offers a perfect argument for wanting many of these candidates in Cooperstown.

Live BP, Ep. 4: Looking back at Jon Lester Jan 12, 2022

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After a memorable 13-year career, former Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester has retired. Bradfo reflects on the many impactful moments - both on and off the field - the lefty turned in as a member of the Red Sox. All in all, he was one of the most impactful pitchers in the Sox' organiization's history.

Live BP, Ep. 3: Tanner Houck is ready to race into 2022 Jan 10, 2022

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Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck joined Bradfo and Coop. There was a lot to discuss:

:39: Who is faster, Whitlock or Houck. "One hundred percent me." - Tanner Houck

2:25: "We have to have one be-all, end-all race."

4:14: Jarren Duran has to be the fastest, although Nathan Eovaldi would give him a run for his money.

5:38: The great 'Is Marcelo Mayer fast?' Controversy

6:40: The legend of Mitch Moreland's boat

8:01: 2021, The Year of Tanner Houck

8:30: Houck is working out with Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer this offseason

10:50: 'Adapt or die!' - Tanner Houck

13:25: Houck's evolution: 'Developing that split has set me up for 2022'

15:00: Why Houck is better positioned to be a major league starter than ever before.

16:33: 'It's why 2022 will be my best year' - Tanner Houck

18:02: The potential cause for Houck's forearm issue in 2021

19:17: Why Houck felt better at the end of the season than he did at the beginning.

20:30: Houck's history with Seiya Suzuki

21:51: The story behind Coop's favorite Houck moment, No. 1: Coming in for Sale

24:40: Houck's biggest concern was not looking 'like a dork' while warming up. 'Just don't throw it past Charlie'

26:30: The story behind Coop's favorite Houck moment, No. 2: Game 162 in Washington

28:40: 'I felt like I could do no wrong ... I felt like I was playing with a ping-pong ball' - Tanner Houck

29:39: An unforgettable pregame meeting

31:13: The story behind Coop's favorite Houck moment, No. 3: Pitching in the Wild Card game against the Yankees

33:02: 'My hand was shaking so bad' - Tanner Houck

34:15: Tanner proposes a dual podcast with Garrett Whitlock. 'Maybe we can sell Pay-Per-View tickets for the Great Race'

Live BP, Ep. 2: Catching up with Garrett Whitlock Jan 07, 2022

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One of the best stories in all of Boston sports in 2021 was the emergence of Garrett Whitlock as one of the best relief pitchers in all of Major League Baseball. Whitlock joined Bradfo and Coop to offer the stories behind the stories when it comes to his first major league season. The pitcher takes us behind the scenes when it comes to key moments, teammate interactions, races with Tanner Houck and, of course, the evolution of what has become a well-publicized chess game.

Live BP, Ep. 1: Joe Kelly has a big announcement Jan 05, 2022

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In the first official edition of the Live BP podcast, former Red Sox pitcher Joe Kelly chose the platform for a major announcement: He is determined to save baseball. Kelly announced a "revolution" to help remind people baseball isn't boring, challenging fans to offer their examples to the social media accounts @poutingiscool (Twitter) and @baseballisntboring (Instagram). The best will receive prizes from Joe. It is just the beginning of what Kelly and Co. is hoping is a powerful reminder during these dark days for the sports.

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