Zolak & Bertrand

Latest Episodes:

Breslow Backlash For Early-Mead Trade // The Proper Hitting Approach // Jayson Tatum Takes a Shot at Jaylen Brown - 7/29 (Hour 3) Jul 29, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Bertrand, Hart & McKone reset their thoughts on the Red Sox trade for Curtis Mead. Does Craig Breslow deserve backlash for the deal following Mead wrist injury in Red Sox debut?
(8:26) The guys reference a Dan Shaughnessy article from the MLB Hall of Fame weekend. They take particular interest in the hitting approach from present-day players vs past Hall of Famers.
(19:02) The guys field calls on everything mentioned in the show today.
(28:47) Beetle, Hart & McKone react to Jayson Tatum seemingly taking a shot at former teammate Jaylen Brown over the weekend while speaking to kids.

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Validating The Declining CB Market // Honeymoon Period Between AJ Brown and Drake Maye Over? // Mia Monday on a Wednesday - 7/29 (Hour 2) Jul 29, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Hart & McKone talk about if they are seeing a market correction at the cornerback position.
(9:02) The guys discuss the Drake Maye-AJ Brown connection and how they don’t seem to be on the same page quite yet.
(23:39) The guys talk about John Breech saying Maye won’t live up to the hype.
(34:55) Mia Monday on a Wednesday!

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Mead Headed To IL With Broken Wrist // Red Sox Medical Staff Misdiagnosing Injuries Again // Could Gonzalez Play Out the Year on his Old Deal? - 7/29 (Hour 1) Jul 29, 2026

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(00:00) Marc Bertrand, Andy Hart & Tim McKone talk about Red Sox place newly acquired Curtis Mead on 10 day IL for his wrist.
(10:14) Beetle, Hart & McKone continue to react to Curtis Mead’s wrist injury and how the Red Sox medical staff has misdiagnosed another injury. Should there be concern surrounding the numerous times the Sox doctors have swung and missed?
(24:40) The guys react to Phil Perry’s comments on Christian Gonzalez potentially playing out this season on his rookie deal.
(36:03) How does Denzel Ward signing affect Christian Gonzalez’ market? The guys discuss.

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Patriots Defensive Edge Questions // Red Sox Trade Deadline Focus // Today's Takeaways - 7/28 (Hour 4) Jul 28, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone go to the phones for your thoughts and discuss the departures of Chaisson and Tonga.
(14:19) The guys continue with Red Sox talk and potential deals for a new shortstop, even CJ Abrams. The guys talk about the public's reaction to the Mead trade.
(25:28) More Christian Gonzalez news and discussion on his participation level in practice once pads are on.
(35:04) Today's Takeaways

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Patriots Offense is Getting Some Momentum, LIVE! // Curtis Mead Injured in his Debut - 7/28 (Hour 2) Jul 28, 2026

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(00:00) The guys get a food drop and spend the segment enjoying their lunch and talk about their grooming habits at the barber. Practice begins to slow down, the Patriots and Kayshon Boutte have a big play.
(10:09) The crew talks about Curtis Mead’s injury and his reaction after the game. They also discuss how they want to go when it's all said and done.
(19:28) Zo, Beetle, and McKone talk more about Curtis Mead in comparison with Roman Anthony and their reactions to injury.

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AJ Brown's Comments Already a Cause for Concern? // Kayshon Boutte’s Patriots Future. // ESPN Patriots Reporter Mike Reiss Joins the Show - 7/28 (Hour 1) Jul 28, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone are live from Gillette Stadium, opening the show with AJ Brown comments disappointed that they aren’t letting Drake throw, the guys think that there is no issue between the two.
(14:01) The guys discuss Kayshon Boutte’s future with the Patriots and Tom Curran’s comments that they should not move on from him. Beetle says that Mack Hollins could feel some pressure to perform in the pre-season as well.
(27:36) Mike Reiss joins the show to talk about the Patriots training camp so far. He says that the fireworks have not come yet but they are coming, he also gives a report on second round pick Gabe Jacas and his contract. The guys also talk about the crowded WR room with Mike Reiss and get his thoughts on who should make the team from the current group.

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Was Early Worth More Than the Red Sox Got // Gonzo Speaks Live After Patriots Practice // This or That - 7/28 (Hour 3) Jul 28, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone discuss the Curtis Mead trade and wonder if they got enough from one of their premier trade pieces.
(23:42) The guys discuss Christian Gonzalez's comments in his first media availability since Kraft’s comments on Saturday about his contract negotiations.
(30:29) This or That

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The State of the Red Sox // Roman Anthony Update // LeBron James to Philly // McKone goes to Bar Harbor - 7/27 (Hour 3) Jul 27, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone discuss the fallout of the Red Sox trading Connelly Early
(12:10) The guys give an update on Roman Anthony and discuss the futures of Kristian Campbell and Marcelo Mayer
(24:12) The guys talk about the turn of events that led LeBron James to sign with the Sixers
(35:01) The guys ask McKone some questions about his trip to Bar Harbor

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Opening Thoughts From Training Camp // Christian Gonzalez // Bill Belichick’s Future - 7/27 (Hour 1) Jul 27, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone are live from Gillette Stadium
(14:57) The guys talk about Christian Gonzalez and his pending contract situation
(24:32) The guys address Robert Kraft’s comments from over the weekend about Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation
(35:38) The guys ponder the future of Bill Belichick after Mike Lombardi was placed on administrative leave

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Red Sox Trade for Curtis Mead // AJ Brown Joins the Show // Storylines From Camp - 7/27 (Hour 2) Jul 27, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone break down the Red Sox trading Connelly Early for Curtis Mead
(9:43) The guys continue the Red Sox conversation
(16:45) AJ Brown joins the show
(26:48) The guys continue to hit the storylines surrounding training camp

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