Baseball Isn’t Boring

Team Italy closer Greg Weissert has had quite a ride in the last few weeks, leaving Red Sox camp to become the closer for the Cinderella Italians in the WBC. Bradfo caught up with Weissert to get his take on the experience, how it has shape him heading into the 2026 season and exactly how nervous he was in the big game against Puerto Rico.

Bradfo catches up with Tigers Prospect and West Point Grad Derek Berg to talk Connelly Early, his transfer from Army to Virginia, his debut in the Big Leagues, and more!

Bradfo and Shawn Spradling stood on the field at LoanDepot Park still in awe of what they just saw. As Team USA manager Mark DeRosa said after his team beat the Dominican Republic, 2-1, in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic, "Just a game we'll remember forever." The guys took some time after the USA win to reflect on a memorable tilt between many of the best baseball players in the world...

Bradfo and the Play Tessie guys (Sammy and Gordo) are back for another Baseball Isn't Boring on the Radio, this time coming out hot with some fiery takes on the World Baseball Classic. The guys simply can't understand how anyone could fail to embrace the WBC as a premier sporting event.

There is a lot going on in the world of baseball these days, and Bradfo is boots on the ground in Florida to give you the pulse of all the activity. First off, he sets the scene for the WBC semifinals in Miami, where BIB will be well-represented. Then he talks to Tampa Bay's Chandler Simpson about all the stolen-base news from this spring training. Izzy Kiner-Falefa joins to give a next-level pers...

Romy Gonzalez went to Alabama for shoulder surgery, not knowing what to expect. As it turned out, the trip resulted in the best-case scenario for the Red Sox infielder. Bradfo was there when Gonzalez returned to Fort Myers and offered a very optimistic view of his situation.

The Play Tessie guys (Gordo, Sammy and Pat) are back with their latest BIB Notes, this time taking on the baseball topic everyone was talking about all week long - Mark DeRosa's mess-up. Even though Team USA has rebounded to make the semifinals, should we ever forgive the Americans' manager and how bad a mistake are we talking about when it comes to his blunder against Team Italy? It's another gre...

Red Sox pitcher Brayan Bello showed up back in Fort Myers unexpectedly after having been embedded with the Dominican Republic's WBC team. Bradfo was there when Bello explained why he rejoined the Red Sox and what his plan was in the coming days if the DR advances.

MLBPA Executive Director Bruce Meyer meets with the media to discuss the potential of an upcoming lockout, how the PA are approaching this talks, and more!

Friend of the podcast Adam Ottavino is back, this time from smack dab in the middle of Team Italy's World Baseball Classic run. The host of 'Baseball and Coffee' joins Bradfo to reflect on the Italians' big wins over Team USA and Team Mexico, with plenty of stories along the way. Who is giving the best speeches? What were the Team Italy players thinking when watching Team USA's approach to the two...

Bradfo sits down with Garrett Crochet to discuss his switch over to New Balance, why he chose New Balance, and more!

Spring Training keeps rolling on so Bradfo offers up his latest takes on all things Red Sox in his latest appearance on the Jones and Keefe Show on WEEI. The trio dives into the WBC, Roman Anthony's experience at the WBC, Marcelo Mayer's chances to make the roster, and more!

So, how much do performances in these spring training games matter? How should we view stats when gauging if a player is making an impression on a team? Bradfo catches up with three intriguing spring training participants - Tigers manager A.J. Hinch, Red Sox outfielder Braiden Ward, and veteran outfielder Austin Slater - to take a deep dive into both the managers' and players' views of using sprin...

Bradfo caught up with Red Sox Pitcher and Team Italy's Closer Greg Weissert prior to the WBC to discuss how he landed on Team Italy, his role, and much more!

Julian McWilliams of CBS Sports is back, this time letting if fly regarding his thoughts on the World Baseball Classic. How could anyone compare this to the Olympics? How dare these media members try to shove these WBC narratives down our throats? Julian is reunited with Bradfo for the most spirited WBC conversation you're going to find.

In his meeting with the media before Tuesday's game against the Tigers, Red Sox manager Alex Cora all but officially announced that Caleb Durbin will be playing third base, with Marcelo Mayer likely landing at second base. The Sox manager also explains how he views the last few available spots in the bullpen, while singing the praises of the WBC version of Brayan Bello.

If you want to know what's what when it comes to what promises to be the toughest division in baseball, the American League East, you are going to want to listen to this podcast. Bradfo sits down with Ryan Ripken of the Ryan Ripken Show and MASN to take a deep dive into the realities that are lingering in the AL East.

Bradfo catches up with Marcelo Mayer to discuss his confidence heading into this season, what role he expects to potentially have, and more

If there are players being talked about, we're there to talk to them. Case in point: This podcast. Bradfo catches up with the top two prospects in all of baseball, Pittsburgh's Konnor Griffin and Kevin McGonigle of the Tigers. Both players are on the verge of making their respective teams' Opening Day roster, so it's a perfect time to get their perspective on all things baseball. To top things off...

The talk of spring training is what the Pirates might do with MLB's top prospect Konnor Griffin to begin the 2026 season. That's why it's great timing for Bradfo to sit in on the press conference held by Pirates GM Ben Cherington. There is also plenty of other talk regarding where Pittsburgh is at heading into the world of post-WBC baseball.

Pitch And Moan Host Courtney Finnicum reports live from Angels Camp with a short, quick hitting interviews with Angels Bench Coach John Gibbons, Shortshop Zach Neto, and infielder Nick Madrigal

It's a week into March and there are still plenty of free agents out there. Welcome to the new world of Major League Baseball. The Play Tessie guys (Gordo, Sammy and Pat) are doing an expert job in predicting where each of these players is going to end up. It's a worthwhile exercise at a perfect time.

Pitch And Moan Host Courtney Finnicum reports live from Padres Camp with a short, quick hitting interviews with Padres Infield Coach Nick Punto, Pitcher Triston McKenzie and Outfielders Nick Castellanos and Gavin Sheets

Just a few hours before the Red Sox faced off against the Tigers, Alex Cora discussed Yoshida's participation in the WBC, Caleb Durbin's position going forward, Braiden Ward's impressive play, and more!

In this 'Pitch and Moan', Courtney Finnicum is joined by MLB Hall Of Famer Trevor Hoffman to discuss his experience in Padres camp, his thoughts on the new ABS challenge system and the pitch clock, his Hall Of Fame induction, and more!