Zolak & Bertrand

Latest Episodes:

Alec Pierce Hits The Open Market // What Would An A.J. Brown Trade Look Like? // How Much Would You Spend On Alec Pierce? - 3/4 (Hour 1) Mar 04, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show with Tim McKone and Matt McCarthy in place of Zolak & Bertrand, discussing Alec Pierce who is an unrestricted free agent, if it’s possible for him to land in New England.
(13:17) We talk about AJ Brown and the possibility of the Eagles trading him for the right package.
(23:38) The guys discuss how much they’d be willing to pay per year to WR Alec Pierce should they be in on him and we take calls.
(32:27) We close the hour discussing if the Patriots have a real chance to trade for Maxx Crosby.

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Jed Hoyer Flexing His Muscles? // St. Louis Cardinals’ Food Deal // Today’s Takeaways - 3/3 (Hour 4) Mar 03, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by discussing whether Jed Hoyer was flexing the Cubs muscles a bit with his recent comments about signing Alex Bregman.
(8:06) The guys dive into a feel good story involving Cardinals and food.
(21:03) We finish the hour by reacting to Vincent Goodwill’s theory on how the Celtics will make everything work once Jayson Tatum returns.
(32:12) Today’s Takeaways

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Selling Cars At The Sports Hub // Zo’s World Cup Thought // Loving The New ABS System - 3/3 (Hour 3) Mar 03, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour talking about what Beetle saw in the garage this morning.
(8:28) Zo gives us a thought on the World Cup after hearing some chatter about it.
(21:00) We touched on a very interesting ABS challenge in yesterday’s Red Sox game.
(30:56) The crew finishes the hour by reacting to Walker Buehler crying about the new ABS system last September.

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3/14 Theory Fallout // What’s A Crazy Ask For A.J. Brown? // Backup QB Help - 3/3 (Hour 2) Mar 03, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour talking about the speculation of an A.J. Brown trade and his reported knee injuries.
(10:32) We talk about what would be a crazy return for A.J. Brown after an Eagles’ beat writer said the 31st overall pick wouldn’t be a ridiculous ask.
(21:22) The crew goes back and forth on Taylor Kyles thinking a Stefon Diggs restructure and return is possible.
(30:55) We finish the hour by questioning whether the Patriots need some help at backup quarterback.

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Celtics Keep Blowing Opponents Out // Ranking The Boston Sports Coaches // The 3/14 Theory - 3/3 (Hour 1) Mar 03, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to the Celtics putting a beatdown on the Bucks without Jaylen Brown.
(11:39) We rank all the coaches in Boston sports, with Joe Mazzulla’s stock never being higher and Mike Vrabel fresh off a Super Bowl appearance in his first season with the Patriots.
(22:28) Beetle breaks down his theory on 3/14 and what it might mean for Jayson Tatum’s return.
(31:45) We finish the hour with some paranormal talk after Zo opened up about what happens at 3 AM.

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What Can Marcelo Mayer Be? // Don Sweeney Will Be Passive At The Deadline // Today’s Takeaways - 3/2 (Hour 4) Mar 02, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour talking about Marcelo Mayer and his impressive Spring Training home run and what he will look like as a player.
(12:13) We talk about Bruins GM Don Sweeney’s approach to the upcoming trade deadline and whether the Bruins will buy or sell.
(18:16) The guys discuss the accident in the UConn vs. UMass hockey game where the lights went out.
(30:20) Today’s Takeaways

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Zo On Canteen Trucks // Jersey Number Talk // Wilyer Abreu Goes Viral For ABS Challenge - 3/2 (Hour 3) Mar 02, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour talking about their experience and joys with canteen trucks.
(9:09) We talk about what numbers are good and bad basketball numbers, starting with Neemias Queta’s number 88 and we take calls.
(20:46) The guys discuss the unlikelihood that Roman Anthony could win MVP and what type of performance it would take to be the MVP.
(27:17) Zolak & Bertrand close the hour touching on Wilyer Abreu’s ABS challenge where he walked down to first base before receiving confirmation.

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Is A.J. Brown Too Much Of A Risk? // More Patriots Plane Details // Patriots Pass Rushing Trade Options - 3/2 (Hour 2) Mar 02, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour talking about the speculation of an A.J. Brown trade and his reported knee injuries.
(13:03) We talk about the Patriots team plane and how much the players dislike travelling on it based on the team report card.
(26:39) The guys discuss what big names the Patriots could add in the trade market on the defensive line.
(35:41) Zolak & Bertrand close the hour talking about the increase in season ticket prices for the Patriots next season.

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Will Jayson Tatum Return Against The Mavs? // Does Sunday Night Basketball Feel Like A Big Deal? // Jaylen Brown And The MVP Conversation - 3/2 (Hour 1) Mar 02, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show talking about what day will be the most likely return for Jayson Tatum this season.
(11:22) We discuss whether we believe there’s a big game feel to Sunday night basketball in the NBA.
(22:37) The guys talk about Jaylen Brown climbing the MVP ladder and all the success he has had all season long.
(30:08) Zolak & Bertrand close the hour talking about Neemias Queta’s breakout performance vs the 76ers.

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Head Coaching Grades // Foxboro vs. FIFA // Fake Promo Friday - 2/27 (Hour 4) Feb 27, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour going over the head coach grades the last few years for the Patriots from the NFL report cards
(13:06) We talk about the holdup between Foxboro and FIFA having town security issues as well as a Spring Training collision with Roman Anthony in the Red Sox game.
(24:34) The guys continue discussing the security details within the World Cup as the town of Foxboro continues to push back and we take calls.
(37:31) Fake Promo Friday

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