The Boston Breakdown

For the first time in a few years, the Red Sox didn't do any selling at the trade deadline rather they bought and adding. To help analyze every move, WEEI and WBZ's Joe Weil joins to look at every name that was added and subtracted and if they will make a difference in the Sox push for the postseason.

Feels so long ago when things were awesome with the Red Sox, but now four straight losses have brought the vibes down quite a bit. Joe dives into if things can turn around for the Sox and if Craig Breslow will still invest at the trade deadline. Also, Patriots' Training Camp is underway and if the answer to who currently is QB1 a good one. And, Jaylen Brown's displeasure with Team USA has died dow...

At the All Star break, the Red Sox have surprised most and currently sit in a playoff spot in the American League Wild Card. Joe chats with WEEI Sox host Cooper Boardman about what has the Red Sox where they are and if this can last after the break to keep the fans' faith alive.

The party doesn't stop on this wild Red Sox year as they take it to the Yankees once again this time in the Bronx. Joe explains why no more needs to be shown about the team's direction at the trade deadline and what specifically they need. Also, what is it about Rafael Devers playing against the Yankees?!

Its been a chaotic few days in Boston sports and Joe is here to discuss it all. The Celtics bringing literally everyone back for a run at a repeat and Wyc Grousbeck's decision to put the team up for sale. Then, the Bruins grabbed two of the big fish in NHL free agency, but is there more to do? And, the spotlight on Craig Breslow and Red Sox ownership to make the right moves at the trade deadline.

If you've been caught up with the Celtics and their championship and have wondered about the Patriots, no need to worry. Joe sits down with Pats' writer Mike Kadlick to detail the big takeaways from the first weeks under new coach Jerod Mayo and what to watch for before training camp begins in July.

Let the people of Boston celebrate as the Celtics complete their mission of securing an NBA Championship. We go deep into the archives as to how the Celtics carved their path to banner 18 from the arrivals of Brad Stevens to Jrue Holiday.

The Celtics currently have a 2-0 series lead in the NBA Finals over the Mavericks and have been in firm control from the start. Joe breaks down every element from the first two games including Kristaps Porzingis' return and Jayson Tatum's performance. Joe also looks ahead to Games 3 & 4 and what Boston needs to do get closer to their 18th championship.

Everyone is tired of talking and would rather see the NBA Finals get underway between the Celtics and the Mavericks. However, WEEI's Justin Turpin helps give one last big preview about the biggest keys for the C's and how the return of Kristaps Porzingis will impact both sides.

Its a podcast crossover as two members of the Play Tessie podcast Joe and Nat Gordon look back at the first third of the Red Sox season and if the team is really under-performing like their team president Sam Kennedy said. Joe and Gordo also look ahead to the near and long-term future of the Sox that has shown glimpses here in 2024.

For the second straight season, the Bruins' run at a Stanley Cup ends at the skates of the Florida Panthers. Joe chats with NESN's Content Producer Tim Crowley about how the series was lost and what kind of offseason we could expect from the black and gold.

Sports Illustrated's Celtics' beat writer Bobby Krivitsky joins Joe to talk about the Celtics' cruising towards the conference finals, what challenge the Pacers bring, and when to expect the return of Kristaps Porzingis.

In the midst of a chaotic time in Boston sports, the Patriots are welcoming their new faces to their new era. Alex Barth from 98.5 Sports Hub joins to talk about the first looks at Drake Maye and what else might be concerning in Foxborough.

What a time to be a Bruins' fan! A Game 7 thriller shortly followed by a big Game 1 upset win on the road. WEEI's Sunday Skate's Bridgette Proulx helps break down everything the B's went through from David Pastrnak's exhilarating overtime winner to the youth movement in the series opening win over the Panthers.

With the Miami Heat now in the rearview mirror, WEEI's Justin Turpin helps recap the Celtics' five-game series win in the first round and looks ahead for the team's future that won't include Kristaps Porzingis.

Its a jam-packed time in Boston and Joe breaks it all down from the Celtics & Bruins playoff series, to the Patriots' outlook following NFL Draft, to the one month review of the Red Sox season.

With less than 24 hours before the NFL Draft, Joe previews what the Patriots should do when they are on the clock with the third overall pick and what else Eliot Wolf should target during the seven round draft.

The looming questions for the Bruins is all about how they treat their goalie situation in their first round series with the Maple Leafs. Joe looks ahead on the keys of the first round and how he believes Jim Montgomery should use Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman.

As the Celtics enter the postseason looking unstoppable, Jack Simone from Celticsblog.com joins Joe to preview what could get in the C's own way and if destiny has them winning an NBA Championship.

This is the debut of a brand new series that divulges from the usual Boston sports news and goes off the map. This week, we preview Monster Energy Supercross coming to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough.

On eve of the Red Sox home opener, Joe is joined by Sammy James from "Play Tessie" to talk the first 10 games of the season and looking forward to the celebration of the 2004 championship team.

Joe Braverman gets to discuss all major Boston teams on this episode including the start to the Red Sox season, draft updates from the Patriots, and what else to watch as the Celtics and Bruins end their regular seasons.

Its a brand new show and a brand new format as Let Me Speak becomes "The Boston Breakdown Podcast" which begins by previewing the Red Sox season amidst an offseason of controversy.

This episode looks at the stories in the NBA that are worth monitoring as the playoff chase heats up. Plus, the early headlines to watch for as MLB Spring Training begins. And, how the Celtics can take control of their championship destiny.

The Chiefs took down the 49ers to win their second straight Super Bowl, but did San Francisco help them out during the game? Plus, the winners and losers from last week's NBA trade deadline. And, WEEI's Bruins writer Bridgette Proulx returns to the show to break down the biggest storylines for the Bruins' chase to the postseason.