Best Kenley Jansen Podcasts (2024)

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Red Sox Take 2 of 3 from White Sox // Why Didn’t Kenley Jansen Pitch on Sunday? // Red Sox vs Orioles - 9/9 39:57

3d ago39:57

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(0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing Alex Cora’s decision to pitch Zack Kelly over Kenley Jansen in Sunday’s loss to the White Sox. (12:53) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox. (23:00) More thoughts from Mazz on Kenley Jansen not being used in Sunday’s loss. (36:49) Final thoughts from Mazz…

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Kenley Jansen Is Talking About Players' Approach To The Media | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' 16:28

11d ago16:28

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From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Closers in baseball has a pretty cut-and-dried responsibility when it comes to dealing with the media. If they blow the save, they are expected to talk. If they convert a save, it's an earlier exit out of the clubhouse. Kenley Jansen, however, has been around long enough to see the media and player dyn…

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Kenley Jansen struggles // The NFL is Petty // Five questions - 8/31 (Hour 3) 39:39

18d ago39:39

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(00:00) - Matt McCarthy and Alex Barth talk about the Red Sox big win despite Kenley Jansen's recent struggles (11:42) - The guys laugh at the NFL trademarking the "Two minute warning" (19:29) - The guys continue the Patriots conversation (31:36) - McCarthy and Barth answer Five QuestionsBy Beasley Media Group

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Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy Joins the Show! // Should Sox Go All-In This Offseason? // Cora Says Sox Are “Below Average” - 9/18 (Hour 1) 41:27

37m ago41:27

41:27

(0:00) Mazz & Carrabis discuss what point the Red Sox are at in their rebuild. (13:29) Does it matter whether the Red Sox finish in 3rd, 4th or last in the AL East? (26:14) Callers weigh in on the state of the Red Sox and their offseason to-do list. (37:56) Is Alex Cora annoyed with Triston Casas?By Beasley Media Group

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Which Red Sox Players are on the Outs? // The Triston Casas Dilemma // Red Sox vs. Rays - 9/17 42:01

11m ago42:01

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(0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour with thoughts on Triston Casas’ future with the Red Sox. (13:15) Cora’s comments on Casas’s recent performance and approach. (24:44) Which Red Sox player should be dealt this offseason for a premiere pitcher? (37:19) Triston Casas has shown a lack of game sense in the majors.…

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Episode 131 - Red Sox Run Needs to Start in Tampa 47:21

38m ago47:21

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Gordo, Sammy, and Pat give a big preview in what could be the a season crushing series should they lose to the Rays in Tampa. Can the Red Sox put themselves in a good spot that makes the next series against the Twins still important. The guys also do what they can to prevent Sammy from clinching the series predictions and crystal bomb contests. And…

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The Retirement Of The Legendary Joe Castiglione | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' 28:17

1h ago28:17

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From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): As the regular season winds down, Sunday allowed us to stop for a minute and appreciate one of the greats in the baseball broadcasting world with the news that Hall of Famer Joe Castiglione has decided to retire from the booth at the end of this season. The man who has broadcast the Red Sox on the radi…

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Red Sox Playoff Chances Dwindling // Gerritt Cole and Rafael Devers // Future of Triston Casas - 9/16 42:44

7m ago42:44

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(0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox losing 3 of 4 to the Yankees over the weekend and the Gerritt Cole intentional walk of Rafal Devers. (12:01) Did Cole intentionally throw at Rafael Devers on Saturday? (25:46) The callers weigh in on all things Red Sox. (38:28) Final thoughts from Mazz!…

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Episode 130 - Just like Joe Castiglione, the Red Sox might be finished 1:02:31

4h ago1:02:31

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Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are even more frustrated than before (Sammy more than anyone) about the Red Sox dropping yet another series this time to the Yankees and seeing their playoff chance slip further away. The most irritating and anger-driven portions from the Sox and why a seemingly lifeless effort doesn't cut for a seemingly successful season. Th…

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Brady's broadcast debut // Red Sox done? // Five Questions with Gasper(Hour 3) 43:40

4d ago43:40

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0:00: Jim dislikes BC 14:00: Brady's broadcast debut thoughts 2617: Sox thoughts 40:00 Five Questions with GasperBy Beasley Media Group

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Pats thoughts before Week 2 // Drake Maye getting more reps // Robert Kraft HOF push (Hour 2) 42:37

2h ago42:37

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(0:00) Pats thoughts before Week 2 (11:00) Drake Maye getting more practice reps (21:00) Kraft HOF case (35:30) Tom Brady's broadcast debutBy Beasley Media Group

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Celtics sale drama // what will Celtics sell for? // impact on team (Hour 1) 45:38

2h ago45:38

45:38

(0:00) Reacting to NY Post report on looming Celtics sale (15:00) Is Irv Grousbeck demanding team be sold? (30:00) Celtics sale priceBy Beasley Media Group

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Could the Red Sox be Interested in Bregman? // Triston Casas and the Red Sox // Red Sox vs. Yankees - 9/13 41:56

4d ago41:56

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(0:00) Mazz, McCarthy, & Milliken open the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox and Alex Bregman. (12:59) Thoughts on Triston Casas and his future with the Red Sox. (26:33) Should Trevor Story be used as a platoon bat in the Sox lineup? (37:55) Twins minor league catcher released after tipping pitches to opposing hitters.…

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Episode 129 - Wherever the Sox Stand, the Bullpen Needs a Boost 35:40

1h ago35:40

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Gordo, Sammy, and Pat take a close look at the bullpen and how things will change in 2025 whether the Red Sox make or miss the postseason. The types of relievers the Sox should be looking for and the names like Kenley Jansen who could realistically depart the pen. The guys then throw out some free agents that the Sox could target and why Chris Mart…

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Red Sox Take 2 of 3 from Orioles // Chipper Jones on Young Players in Baseball // Big 4 Game Set with Yankees - 9/12 41:11

9h ago41:11

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(0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox walk off win over the Orioles and Tyler O’Neill. (13:04) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox. (25:10) Thoughts on what Chipper Jones had to say about the younger generation in baseball. (37:23) Final thoughts from Mazz!By Beasley Media Group

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Episode 128 - Tyler O'Neill and Red Sox Salvage Playoff Hopes 1:02:01

1d ago1:02:01

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Gordo, Sammy, and Pat look back on the Red Sox winning their series against the Orioles that allows them to live and fight another day in the race for a playoff spot. The guys also break down the offseason dilemma with Tyler O'Neill after a monster series that included the walk-off home run in game 3 and if O'Neill should definitely be brought back…

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Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy // Red Sox Prospects // Red Sox vs Orioles - 9/11 40:22

1d ago40:22

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(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins the show and the guys open the show discussing the latest with the Red Sox. (13:39) What prospects would you trade? (23:57) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox. (33:47) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!By Beasley Media Group

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Pedro Martinez Is Passionate About Pitching 200 Innings | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' 10:55

6d ago10:55

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From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez joins Bradfo for a fascinating discussion regarding what has become a lost art: Pitching 200 innings. Pedro - who managed the feat seven times in his career - has some pointed comments regarding how the approach for pitchers have changed and how important the milestone is. …

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Ian Browne Joins the Show // Red Sox Take Down Orioles // Why didn’t Jansen Pitch on Sunday? - 9/10 (Hour 1) 31:40

2d ago31:40

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(0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox win over the Orioles last night. (9:08) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox. (18:00) Ian Browne of MLB.com joins Mazz to discuss the latest with the Red Sox including the decision to not pitch Kenley Jansen on Sunday.By Beasley Media Group

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Episode 127 - Bobby Dalbec's Boston Era is Over 40:30

3d ago40:30

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Bobby Dalbec was officially DFA'd by the Red Sox ending one of the more controversial timelines of any recent Sox player. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe look back on Dalbec's time in the Red Sox organization and wonder why he had such a long leash despite significantly bad struggles. The guys also debate if Chaim Bloom and the rest of the Sox front office d…

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Episode 126 - A Won Series, But a Lost Opportunity against the White Sox 1:02:50

4d ago1:02:50

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Against a historically bad White Sox team, the Red Sox seemingly missed a golden opportunity to gain ground back in the playoff race by only winning two out of three. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe break down the frustrating series finale loss and if there is any hope left even thought a series with the Twins looms. The guys also praise Trevor Story for mak…

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Pats opener preview // Drake Maye // Five Questions with Gasper (Hour 3) 44:22

6d ago44:22

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(0:00) Pats-Bengals preview (24:00) Drake Maye (37:00 5 Questions with GasperBy Beasley Media Group

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Brandon Aiyuk's Pats offer // NFL Ambush // Belichick joins Instagram (Hour 2) 44:40

6d ago44:40

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0:00 Brandon Aiyuk's offer from Pats 13:40) NFL ambush for Gasper 24:14 Belichick joins Instagram 34:00 More Pats thoughtsBy Beasley Media Group

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NFL rule changes // Jerod Mayo's first game // Tom Brady on Drake Maye (Hour 1) 45:02

6d ago45:02

45:02

(0:00) Analyzing NFL rule changes (15:45) Mayo's coaching debut (26:00) Tom Brady on Drake Maye (36:18) Pats season outlookBy Beasley Media Group

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Red Sox Pitching // Baseball Hour Roundtable // Red Sox Fielding Mistakes - 9/6 40:31

10d ago40:31

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(0:00) Mazz, Matt McCarthy, and Tyler Milliken open the Baseball Hour with some thoughts on the Red Sox recent struggles. (11:34) Can the Red Sox find a legit pitcher in a trade this offseason. (23:14) Some thoughts on the recent poor defensive play this season. Plus, more discussion on the Red Sox pitching. (36:29) Final thoughts on the Red Sox.…

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Episode 125 - A White Sox Sweep Could Save the Season 41:41

7d ago41:41

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If the Red Sox have any chance to save their playoff hopes, then a sweep against the historically-bad White Sox would help the cause. Gordo, Pat, and Joe preview everything about this weekend's matchup in Fenway and wonder if the White Sox are indeed the worst team in MLB history. The guys also reflect on former Red Sox and White Sox players that a…

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Red Sox Swept by the Mets // Sox Pitchers Walk In 3 Runs // Alex Cora Postgame Comments - 9/5 39:28

13d ago39:28

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(0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox getting swept by the New York Mets and the team falling to .500 on the season. (11:49) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox struggles. (21:54) Some thoughts on what Jared Carrabis had to say last night about the Red Sox spending. (35:10) Final thoughts from Mazz on the Red Sox and looking ah…

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Episode 124 - Rafael Devers and bats go quiet while Mets sweep Red Sox 50:22

8d ago50:22

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We're back! Too bad the Red Sox couldn't turn things around after our one series layoff which saw the Mets sweep Boston right out of Citi Field. Gordo, Pat, and Joe lighten the mood by recapping Gordo's wedding, but then bring it back down by discussing if the season is now officially over for the Sox. Then, the big off-the-field story was Rafael D…

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Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy // Are the Red Sox Done? // Tyler O’Neill’s Fielding - 9/4 42:41

8d ago42:41

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(0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Under Fantasy and they open the show discussing the recent slide by the Red Sox. (14:49) Some thoughts on the play of Tyler O’Neill in the outfield. (30:13) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!By Beasley Media Group

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Red Sox Fielding Issues // Cooper Criswell Pulled From Perfect Start // Red Sox vs Mets - 9/3 42:55

15d ago42:55

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(0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox struggles in the field. (12:48) Mazz gives his thoughts on the Red Sox pulling Cooper Criswell from a perfect start over the weekend. (27:29) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox. Plus, some thoughts on the Red Sox pitching staff against left handed hitters. (37:59) Final thoughts from Mazz.…

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McCarthy and Barth learn how to count // Caller reaction // Accidentally solving a mystery - 8/31 (Hour 2) 44:57

13d ago44:57

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(00:00) - Matt McCarthy and Alex Barth discuss the concept of zero and take calls (13:10) - The guys continue the Patriots conversation (22:20) - The guys give a college football update and talk about the state of the Patriots offensive line (37:22) - The guys receive a very interesting phone callBy Beasley Media Group

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Drake Maye and jersey talk // What's the better catch? // Who's in charge here? - 8/31 (Hour 1) 44:44

13d ago44:44

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(00:00) - Matt McCarthy and Alex Barth discuss Drake Maye and how many jerseys Barth has in his inventory (12:16) - The guys ask if adults show play more catch and which catch is better- baseball or football? (22:02) - McCarthy asks who is in charge of the Patriots (36:18) - The guys continue the patriots conversation…

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Episode 123 - The 2026 Case for Jarren Duran or Roman Anthony 47:41

17d ago47:41

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Its the classic game of "Would You Rather" but with two of the brightest stars in the Red Sox organization and two years down the line. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat debate if they would rather have Jarren Duran or Roman Anthony in the Red Sox outfield in 2026. All the while, the guys compare Duran's monster season to great seasons of the past like Mookie …

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The State of the Red Sox // The Yoshida Problem // McCarthy and Milliken share a moment - 8/30 43:30

14d ago43:30

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(0:00) McCarthy and Milliken start the show with thoughts about the final month for the Red Sox (13:32) The guys react to Alex Cora’s comments on Yoshida (27:12) The guys discuss Brayan Bello’s role with the team (38:44) McCarthy and Milliken have a catchBy Beasley Media Group

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Episode 122 - The good, the bad, and the ugly against Toronto 1:09:30

18d ago1:09:30

1:09:30

It was a wild series of emotions while the Red Sox faced the Blue Jays that saw crushing defeats and phenomenal wins. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat break down everything that happened at Fenway and if the Twins being the new target in the standings is more feasible for the Sox. The guys also look at the terrible doubleheader sweep which was followed by a s…

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Red Sox victory against Blue Jays // Brayan Bello Shutout // Chris Sale’s Victory against Twins - 8/29 41:34

18d ago41:34

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(0:00) Mazz and McCarthy start the show with thoughts after the Red Sox win over the Blue Jays (12:35) The guys react to Brayan Bello’s shutout performance against Blue Jays yesterday (24:22) The guys react to Chris Sale’s win against the Minnesota Twins (37:09) Mazz preview the Red Sox upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers…

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Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy // Path to Playoffs for Red Sox // Is Jarren Duran part of the Red Sox Future? - 8/28 45:12

21d ago45:12

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(0:00) Mazz and Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy discuss the path for the Red Sox to make the playoffs (15:28) Callers ask questions to Jared Carrabis and weigh in about the Red Sox (25:26) The guys determine if Jarren Duran is a part of the Red Sox future going forwardBy Beasley Media Group

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Red Sox on 5 Game Losing Streak // Why are the Red Sox Falling Apart? // Red Sox vs Blue Jays - 8/27 40:21

17d ago40:21

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(0:00) Mazz and Matt McCarthy react to the Red Sox doubleheader loss yesterday to the Blue Jays (13:29) Mazz and McCarthy determine why the Red Sox are suddenly collapsing (22:31) The guys wrap up the show looking over the Red Sox lineup and their recent performances over the past weekBy Beasley Media Group

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Episode 121 - Kristian Campbell Making a Monster Minor League Roster 34:50

23d ago34:50

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While the big league club is struggling, the Triple-A ballclub in Worcester has been making a lot of noise majorly in part to Kristian Campbell. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat dive into the hot bats of Campbell and Roman Anthony and how exciting it is to add another lethal piece to the depth of the Red Sox farm system. The guys also debate if any of the big…

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Red Sox swept by Diamondbacks // Pitching Issues // Marcelo Mayer injury - 8/26 45:05

18d ago45:05

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(0:00) Mazz starts the baseball hour reacting to the Red Sox getting swept by the Diamondbacks (13:13) Callers determine whether the Red Sox are still in contention for the wild card (25:51) Mazz talks about the pitching performance during the Diamondbacks situation while answering more calls (40:07) Mazz wraps up the show with thoughts about Marce…

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Episode 120 - Sox Struggle with D-Backs Making Playoff Chase Tougher 1:01:46

24d ago1:01:46

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Good news: the roughest part of the Red Sox schedule is over. Bad news: it ended with getting swept at home by the Diamondbacks. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat detail everything that went wrong for the Sox including the small mistakes like Masataka Yoshida's baserunning piling up and the issues with walks from Tanner Houck and the starting staff. The guys t…

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Summer of Jaylen Brown // Celtics' Concerns // Five Questions with The Sylver Fox - 8/24 (Hour 3) 41:16

25d ago41:16

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(0:00) Sean Sylver, in for Gasper & Murray, opens up the final hour of the show discussing Jaylen Brown's summer. This offseason, since becoming a snub for the USA Olympic Team, JB has kept himself busy with underwater workouts and the release of a song titled, "Just Do It". (15:14) Sylver continues with the Celtics topic, to address any concerns w…

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Potentially Depressed Watching Patriots // Lauren Campbell Joins The Show // What's Holding Maye Back? - 8/24 (Hour 2) 36:18

26d ago36:18

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(0:00) Sean Sylver, in for Gasper & Murray starts off the show with the callers & their thoughts. (7:43) Sylver continues entertaining callers' thoughts. One caller makes the choice of watching the Patriots over other seasonal activities reluctantly. (13:58) Lauren Campbell, from MassLive, joins the show. Topics discussed include: Red Sox recent pl…

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Red Sox Drop Home Opener // When To Play Drake Maye? // Mason Sousa Joins The Show - 8/24 (Hour 1) 45:02

26d ago45:02

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(0:00) Sean Sylver, in for Chris Gasper & Jim Murray, starts off the show recapping the Red Sox loss against the Diamondbacks, to begin their home stand. (11:12) Sylver breaks down comments made by former Patriots franchise QB, Drew Bledsoe on Drake Maye. (26:11) Sean Sylver discusses the Patriots' QB situation, asks - "When is it the right time to…

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The Baseball Hour Roundtable // Red Sox vs Diamondbacks // Marcelo Mayer Injured Again - 8/23 42:22

26d ago42:22

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(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken open The Baseball Hour discussing how they feel about the current state of the Red Sox. (12:51) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox. (25:44) Matt and Tyler give their thoughts on Marcelo Mayer being injured again. (36:42) Tyler Milliken talks about his Old Time Baseball experience on Thursday Night.…

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Episode 119 - The Sox Gauntlet Ends on an Adventure with Arizona 58:07

27d ago58:07

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Its been a wild couple of weeks for the Red Sox and the hardest part of their schedule wraps this weekend with the Diamondbacks at Fenway. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat give their predictions for they expect to happen between Boston and Arizona and how far back the Sox could be in the Wild Card standings to be satisfied. The guys also debate if the bullpen…

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Red Sox Win Series against Astros // Red Sox as Championship Contenders // Red Sox vs Diamondbacks - 8/22 41:40

26d ago41:40

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(0:00) Mazz and McCarthy start the show optimistic about the Red Sox going into September (14:14) The guys compare the Red Sox to other playoff contenders (24:47) Callers weigh in on Red Sox and Trevor Story plus thoughts about Marcelo Mayer and other prospectsBy Beasley Media Group

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Episode 118 - Bullpen Becomes the Savior in a Sox Series Win 1:03:43

28d ago1:03:43

1:03:43

It may have not been the first series win that mattered, but taking two out of three in Houston has injected life into the Red Sox playoff chances. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat detail how the Sox turned things around after Kenley Jansen surrendered a walk-off home run and Luis Garcia leading the turnaround from the bullpen. The guys also praise some sensa…

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Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy // Red Sox win series against Astros // Casas return to Lineup - 8/21 41:24

27d ago41:24

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(0:00) Mazz and Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy react to the Red Sox series win against the Astros (10:59) The guys discuss the outlook of the Red Sox going into September (26:46) Mazz asks Carrabis his thoughts about Triston Casas’ return to Red Sox (35:53) Final thoughts about the Red Sox win against the Astros…

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Red Sox Walk Off Loss to Astros // Lucas Sims and Luis Garcia’s Performance // Marcelo Mayer injury - 8/20 42:44

28d ago42:44

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(0:00) Mazz and McCarthy start the baseball hour reacting to the Red Sox walk off loss to the Houston Astros (13:41) Mazz and McCarthy share thoughts on Lucas Sims and Luis Garcia (26:14) Callers weigh in on Red Sox (38:20) Mazz and McCarthy wrap up the show discussing Marcelo Mayer’s hip injuryBy Beasley Media Group

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