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From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat detail a wild sequence of events from down in Fort Myers headlined by demonstrative comments from Rafael Devers about playing third base. How shocking was it to hear a usually quiet Devers speak so adamantly about being the Red Sox third baseman and is he right to be upset? Also, the best lineup and defensive alignment for the Sox that may...

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Now that we're coming to the end of the offseason and storming into spring training we thought it was a great time to catch up with a man who has helped shape the roster-building conversations, agent Scott Boras. Bradfo talks with Boras at the Alex Bregman press conference, not only detailing the Red Sox' pursuit of the infielder but also reflecting o...

Lou Merloni joins Lyons and Carroll to talk about things Red Sox. How does Alex Bregman change this teams expectations, who should play second base, will Devers ever move to DH and more!

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Red Sox Ace Garrett Crochet discusses his reaction to the Alex Bregman signing, how he dreamed that it would happen earlier this offseason, how Bregman's contract impacts him, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcas...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): The move that nearly everyone wanted has finally happened and Alex Bregman ha signed with the Red Sox. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat celebrate the Sox landing a big name free agent for the first time in a long time and explain just how huge this move is. Also, reports had Bregman turning down bigger and longer offers from other teams which makes some think Boston is an...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): The Red Sox are slowly making their way down to Fort Myers and Gordo, Sammy, and Pat still have lots of questions that need to be answered. Are Craig Breslow and Alex Cora on the same page with what sounded like different visions for what the structure of the roster should look like? Also, there's no clear cut answer as to who the closer in the bullpen will be...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat share their thoughts after speaking with Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow over the weekend and the vague answers he continues to give. Is there anything that can be asked by anyone that will allow Breslow to open up instead of throwing out his usual word salad? Then, Cardinals Live put out on social media that St. Louis has flo...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): On the heels of reports about re-engagement in trade talks between the Red Sox and Cardinals about Nolan Arenado, Gordo offers a proposal to Sammy and Pat on a way to make the deal without sacrificing Triston Casas. Not only would the All Star make his way to Boston, but one of the top relievers in Ryan Helsley would be included that sends Ceddanne Rafaela and...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): It was Truck Day this week which doesn't provide enthusiasm to Gordo, Sammy, and Pat like it did before and didn't feel any better with more Sam Kennedy comments. Should Red Sox fans continue to be angry with these words and could things actually work out for the Sox if a certain team that isn't them sign Alex Bregman? Then, Nolan Arenado is back on the table f...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat talk with producer Joe about his controversial "Who Says No" proposal from last episode and the crazy responses to the idea. Was that the first and last trade idea Joe gives? Then, the guys got a response saying they were being too negative on the Red Sox and the offseason they've had, but being honest might be the better way to put it. An...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo and Sammy get a Who Says No trade proposal from producer Joe that fills the second base need with a former All Star who could be on the market. Would Boston give up a substantial deal to their in-division rival Toronto to make Bo Bichette their new second baseman? Also, the offer might be a big overpay for the Sox, but the perspective can be seen by the B...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo and Sammy still Alex Bregman as a free agent and wonder why he still remains unsigned despite the offers that are available to him. Is Scott Boras playing his usual games or is there more to this story? Also, the guys still don't have a lot of faith that things will change and Bregman will sign with the Red Sox which makes this offseason's plan devalued f...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo and Pat are joined by the podfather and the host of the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast Rob Bradford to get more into the weeds about Alex Bregman. Is the ultimate solution to the Bregman sweepstakes a return to Houston and how much of a mistake are the Red Sox making or already have made? Also, Bradfo explains how perfect of a fit Bregman is for the entire...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are all in their feelings after new reports about Alex Bregman surface including his old team Houston with a big offer still on the table. Are the Red Sox about to waste a golden opportunity and not do what the Astros are doing by listening to their fans? Also, the realistic options are very thin if the Sox lost out on Bregman with only so...

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): A few days after the appearance by his brother, T.J., Pete Fatse jumps into the Baseball Isn't Boring world to talk about how he views his team's goals and approach heading into spring training, specifically when it comes to talented second-year player Ceddanne Rafaela. We also get another commitment when it comes to getting a BIB tattoo! To learn mor...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat chat with newest and returning Red Sox minor league pitcher Robert Stock about his baseball journey. How he went from pitching in Mexico and Japan to returning to the MLB for one more shot all thanks to fixing his sinker. Also, Stock pitched for the Sox back in 2020 and the guys want to know everything about what it was like day to day to...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat hit on the hottest topic in baseball and that's the added moves made by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Is baseball now in a bad spot with the Dodgers adding Roki Sasaki and Tanner Scott to an already loaded roster? Also, the biggest debate rages on if the rest of the MLB can do what LA is currently doing by spending money like crazy to improve t...

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): If you're looking for a player to root for in this upcoming spring training, Robert Stock is your guy. The 35-year-old who was drafted in the second round of the 2009 MLB Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals has found himself in major league camp with the Red Sox. Having gone through years in the minors, the Independent Leagues and, most recently, Mexico,...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Pat proposes a "Who Says No" trade to Gordo and Sammy that includes a name frequently floated in Kutter Crawford heading to St. Louis, but not for who you'd think. Do the Cardinals and Red Sox agree to ship out Crawford to fill a hole in their catching depth with Ivan Herrera? With Connor Wong as the only experienced catcher on the roster, Herrera helps with th...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat once again focus on Alex Bregman and a surprise team with a last-minute push to sign Alex Bregman if its on a shorter term contract. Could the Cubs swoop in and snatch Bregman away from the Red Sox while they play the long game of chicken? Also, Chicago is hoping to sign Bregman to a shorter-term deal that includes opt-outs which sounds li...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat give their reactions from attending Fenway Fest and if the event met or exceeded their expectations. What should we make of the comments by Alex Cora and Sam Kennedy about the future including the now pressing need to give Garrett Crochet an extension before the season? Also, Triston Casas looked to be the star of Fenway Fest which drives...

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Red Sox Manager Alex Cora sits down with Bradfo to discuss the art of recruiting free agents this offseason including the likes of Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes, Walker Buehler, Alex Bregman, among others To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Sammy has a "Who Says No" proposal for Gordo and Pat that beefs up the back end of the Red Sox bullpen with a young established closer. Do the Athletics agree to send Mason Miller to the Sox and do the Sox part with Wilyer Abreu and two rotational pitchers? The response from the guys is a first and might not happen again. Also, the A's have had a specific need...

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Just after Liam Hendriks continued his throwing program in 20 degree weather out on the Fenway Park field, he met with Bradfo and others to offer an update on where he is at physically heading into 2025 spring training. Hendriks, who missed all of 2024, explained that he is ready to compete for the team's closer's role and feels significantly more pre...

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Gordo, Sammy, and Pat get into a busy day of Red Sox news including what the Cardinals are calling the last stand for Nolan Arenado. Why this move makes sense for the Sox if not for one current player clogging up the flexibility to make these kinds of moves. Then, Triston Casas' name continues to be the hot topic of trade rumors, but only one player makes it ma...