Baseball Isn’t Boring

Bradfo catches up with Red Sox First Baseman Triston Casas to discuss making his return to the field, his role on the team, and his mask

Isiah Kiner-Falefa has lived a fascinating baseball existence. The player they call Izzy (or IKF), sat down with Bradfo to talk about his journey from Hawaii to Boston and all the stops in between. Izzy offers some next-level insight into both his time with the Yankees and Blue Jays, with the kind of stories and lessons that make you understand the value he brings to an organization. There was als...

One of the most shocking managerial hires this offseason was made by the Nationals when they hired Blake Butera to be their new manager at the age of 33. Butera joined Courtney Finnicum for another episode of 'Pitch and Moan' to talk about his experience becoming a manager, his time working under Mike Piazza for Team Italy in 2023 WBC, and where he aims to reach in his first year on the job, and m...

Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen is once again bringing his excellence to the podcast, joining Bradfo for another unforgettable back-and-forth head into spring training. The guys don't disappoint, with the talk ranging from Hazen's doppelganger, to an unforgettable offseason, to the Zac Gallen drama, to the possibility of the two guys switching places. It's always a good time with Mike, and...

Newest Padre Nick Castellanos met with the San Diego media to discuss signing with the Padres, how it came about, his exit from the Phillies, and much more!

Mets Stars Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto met with the New York media to discuss the news surrounding them, the clubhouse dynamic, how this year's squad compares to last season, and much more!

Bradfo and Gordo (Play Tessie) were back for another hour of Baseball Isn't Boring on the Radio, with the topic quickly turning to the comment made by Red Sox president Sam Kennedy regarding Alex Bregman landing with the Cubs. With Kennedy saying if the third baseman really wanted to be in Boston, he would be in Boston, there was immediate eyebrow-raising. Spring training news and reaction is the...

Red Sox farm director/dream-maker Brian Abraham is back on the Baseball Isn't Boring Radio Show with Bradfo and Gordo (Play Tessie) to discuss his team's top prospects - such as Kristian Campbell and Mikey Romero - while giving the lay of the land for camp, so far.

James Paxton had quite a major league career before retiring after the 2024 season, inspiring Canadian baseball players for years while turning in some dominant seasons in Seattle, New York, Boston, and Los Angeles. Now, Paxton is planning to pitch one last time, joining Team Canada for the World Baseball Classic. Big Maple joins Bradfo to explain how this WBC opportunity came about, what life has...

Dodgers Pitcher Alex Vesia discusses the family tragedy he dealt with during last year's World Series publicly for the first time

With Spring Training Underway in Fort Myers, Bradfo offers up his latest takes on the Jones and Keefe Show on WEEI. There is 2025 versus 2026 Red Sox talk, the need for pop in the lineup, and more!

Jonah Tong is one of the most intriguing young pitchers in baseball these days, in large part because of his Tim Lincecum-like delivery, but also due to the kind of talent that might lead him to sizable big league things in 2026. Bradfo sits down with the young Canadian to talk about his upbringing, maple syrup acumen, decision not to play in the WBC, and a new world in a spring training big leagu...

Bradfo catches up Twins Pitcher Mick Abel discusses the evolution of his pitch repertoire, how he can use Joe Ryan to help his sweeper, his draft story, and more!

As you probably know by now, we have classified Red Sox rookie pitcher Payton Tolle as one of the best personalities in baseball. That's why it only made sense for Bradfo to continue his first week in spring training by sitting down with Tolle. Once again, he doesn't disappoint.

Caleb Durbin had to do an about-face when it came to planning for spring training, shifting his focus from going to the Brewers' camp in Arizona to flying across the country to join his new team, the Red Sox, in Fort Myers. Durbin made it to JetBlue Park to answer some questions about his trade, his journey, and his admiration for Dustin Pedroia.

Newest Tiger Framber Valdez and Tigers POBO Scott Harris met with the Detroit media to discuss signing with the Tigers, how it came about, his thoughts on the Tigers roster, and much more!

Anthony Siegler was a first-round pick in the 2018 MLB Draft, having defined himself as not only a standout all-around player, but also someone who could throw upwards of 90 mph with both arms. Now Siegler has found himself with the Red Sox, having been part of a six-player trade that ended his run in Milwaukee. Anthony joins Bradfo to reflect on his journey and new lot in life.

One of the latest Red Sox to move to the southside of Chicago is pitching prospect David Sandlin, who was traded along with Jordan Hicks to the White Sox from the Red Sox for Gage Ziehl. Sandlin joined Courtney Finnicum for another episode of 'Pitch and Moan' to talk about his experience being traded again, what he knows and needs to know about Chicago, and bidets. It's a great way to kick off spr...

Mets POBO David Stearns met with the New York media to discuss Francisco Lindor's early injury, Juan Soto's move to left field, Carson Benge's chances to make the team, and much more!

New Red Sox Isiah Kiner-Falefa met with the Boston media to discuss signing with the Red Sox, his role on the Red Sox in 2026, his experience in the postseason, and much more!

There are a few young players in MLB with higher expectations than Roman Anthony, who, one year ago, was living life as baseball's top prospect. So, it only made sense for Bradfo to kick off his spring training coverage by sitting down with Anthony to reflect on his wild year, while also taking a deep dive into his new existence. It's always entertaining when these two get together, and this is no...

Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow met with the Boston media to discuss rtrading for Caleb Durbin, other potential moves to improve the team, and much more!

The baseball world got a nice boost of adrenaline with the World Baseball Classic revealing its rosters for next month's tournament. Bradfo was joined by Shawn Spradling (WBC Central) and Alonso Sarinana (West Coast Bias) to talk about the announcements, which included a very important question: Did seeing the actual teams change anyone's mind about the WBC outcome? To listen to the entire convers...

As part of a lengthy conversation between White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil, Bradfo and Courtney Finnicum, a very interesting question was posed: What is more impressive, David Ortiz's grand slam in Game 2 of the 2013 American League Championship Series or Malcolm Butler's interception in Super Bowl XLIX? After identifying it as maybe the best question he has ever been asked, Vasil offers his take (alo...

One of the rising stars in MLB media is Brooke Fletcher, who is gearing up for another season covering the White Sox for the Chicago Sports Network. The former Miss Georgia, and daughter of longtime MLB infielder Scott Fletcher, joined Courtney Finnicum for another episode of 'Pitch and Moan' to talk about Fletcher's journey, perspective and vision for the future. It's a great way to get you ready...