Baseball Isn’t Boring

With the big news breaking just before Thanksgiving that Dylan Cease will be joining the Toronto Blue Jays on a seven-year contract, we felt it was a great time to resurface Bradfo's latest sit-down with someone we consider one of the most fascinating players in Major League Baseball.

Dominic Leone had a memorable career as a baseball player, going from Clemson to pro ball, where he pitched in the big leagues for 10 years. But now Leone is retired and moving on to his next challenge - content creation. The affable former big league hurler joins Bradfo to reflect on his decision to move on from playing baseball to jumping on social media to keep the baseball fires burning. It's...

There is simply nobody better in the world of baseball to capture the spirit of Thanksgiving than Daniel Bard. That's why Bradfo is catching up with the recently-retired pitcher for a second straight year to reflect on how baseball allows us to give thanks in so many ways (even when we don't realize it). For instance, Bard highlights how and why those Blue Jays will look back at 2025 with such gra...

Brandon Nimmo met with the Texas/New York media to discuss his shocking trade to the New York Mets, how it came about, what he is looking forward to, and much more!

Things are looking up for the White Sox, and now Chris Murphy is going to get a chance to experience the possible resurgence of Will Venable's team. In the latest edition of 'Pitch and Moan', Courtney Finnicum catches up with the lefty pitcher who was just traded to the White Sox from the Red Sox. It's a conversation that offers some great insight into why Murphy might be a find for Chicago, the s...

Meeting with the media, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow detailed how the trade for Sonny Gray came about, why Boston targeted him and how he fits into the current starting rotation. There is also talk of where the Red Sox go from here.

With the big news that Sonny Gray was being traded to the Red Sox, Bradfo jumped on with the guys from the 'Gashouse Gang' on KMOX in St. Louis to offer some insight into who exactly the Cardinals are receiving in the form of pitchers Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke.

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time he joins 'Jones & Keefe' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Red Sox trade for Sonny Gray, how it came about, the Red Sox interest in J.T. Realmuto, and much more!

So, what are the Mets getting in Marcus Semien? How will Brandon Nimmo fit with the Rangers? Why was this trade made? Texas broadcaster Jared Sandler returns to the podcast with Bradfo to discuss all the ins and outs of the big deal.

Brandon Nimmo met with the Texas/New York media to discuss his shocking trade to the Texas Rangers, how it came about, what he is looking forward to, and much more!

Mets POBO David Stearns met with the New York media to discuss the trade of Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers, what it means for the Mets offseason plans, and more!

With the big trade sending Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers in exchange for Marcus Semien, who heads to the Mets, it's a great time to get to resurface a sit-down Bradfo did with the new Texas outfielder. As you can hear from the tone, tenor, and context of the conversation, this is a guy who truly loves the great game ... and is pretty good at it, as well. It's a worthwhile discussion to digest.

You didn't think the guys were going to let the big trade between the Mets and Rangers - that saw Marcus Semien go to New York and Texas get Brandon Nimmo - slide by without some passionate analysis, did you? Of course not. Bradfo is joined by Mets loyalist Producer Evan and Julian McWilliams of CBS Sports to rant and rave about every nook and cranny of this one-for-one mega-deal.

One of the more interesting coaching hires in Major League Baseball season has been new Nationals pitching coach Simon Mathews. The 30-year-old Georgetown product met with the media to detail how he viewed his new job and where baseball - and the Nationals - might be going.

Bradfo caught up with Michael Petersen just after he was called up for his major league debut at the age of 30. Since then, Petersen has bounced around a bit, playing for the Marlins, Angels, and Braves. But it was this conversation that should be bottled, thanks to Petersen's inspiring story, which includes his remarkable journey to the 2023 World Baseball Classic with Great Britain.

WBC expert Shawn Spradling rejoined the podcast to talk all things World Baseball Classic, including which players and teams might be some pleasant surprises when the tournament rolls around in March. One team to watch, according to Spradling? Great Britain. To listen to the entire conversation between Shawn and Bradfo, click here.

The Royals are a fascinating team heading into 2026, having unearthed some next-level young talent while still operating under the leadership of Salvador Perez. Bradfo caught up with KC president of baseball operations J.J. Picollo to talk about Perez, the importance of actually trying to win a World Series, and the quest for another outfield bat.

The Atlanta Braves were busy this past week thanks to one signing and one trade. The signing was actually a re-signing, with closer Raisel Iglesias rejoining the Braves on a one-year, $16 million deal. The trade was for a potential starting shortstop, Mauricio Dubon. Atlanta president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos met with the media to explain the moves and what might be coming this offs...

Just hours after being officially named as the Mets' new pitching coach, Justin Willard joined Bradfo to talk about all things pitching. One topic that continues to be of particular interest in baseball is the obsession with velocity. Willard explains how he views the search for maximum velocity and his perspective on the need for elite starters and relievers. To listen to the entire conversation,...

Dustin Pedroia accomplished the first goal a year ago, remaining on the Hall of Fame ballot with 11.9 percent of the voters casting a vote for the former second baseman. Pedroia is back on the podcast with Bradfo to talk about his candidacy, with our host explaining why he will continue to vote for him. There is also some great golf talk.

Jameson Taillon has experienced a lot since being the second overall pick in the 2010 MLB Draft. Ups. Downs. Resurgence. Revelations. All of it has led him to this moment ... reappearing on the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast. Taillon joins Bradfo once again, this time to reflect on a memorable 2025 season and postseason, offer insight into the Cubs and Shota Imanaga, share his ever-evolving perspec...

As part of a wildly entertaining conversation with Red Sox rookie Payton Tolle, Bradfo asks the pitcher about how he has been dealing with all the trade rumors. Tolle explained his perspective on all the scuttlebutt, which truly amped up the last trade deadline. To listen to the entire podcast with Tolle, click here.

Payton Tolle was one of a few pitchers from the 2024 MLB Draft class to be counted on to help carry their team to, and through, postseason glory. So, what was the whirlwind like? The Red Sox rookie joined Bradfo for an entertaining and enlightening look at life during that whirlwind 2025 season, with plenty of stories and lessons revealed throughout the conversation. It's always a good time when t...

Bradfo catches up with Mets Pitching Coach Justin Willard to discuss his pitching philosophy, the super powers of Tong, Sproat, McLean, & Senga, and more!

Just before he was officially announced as the new pitching coach of the Mets, Justin Willard sat down with Bradfo for an extensive interview on all things pertinent to the 35-year-old's past, present, and future. Willard talks philosophy, approach, and history in pitching, and also details how he views some of his new pitchers with the Mets. It's a great introduction to modern-day pitching thanks...