Baseball Isn’t Boring

Bradfo is doing another extensive sit-down with one of the best pitchers in baseball, Garrett Crochet. This time the guys are reflecting on the realities that came with his first season in Boston, with a behind-the-scenes look at the real what's what. There is fantastic insight into Crochet's current lot in life, along with the story behind the story regarding his shaved head. Much like the pitche...

The Baseball Isn't Boring Radio Show was back, this time broadcasting just as the men's Gold Medal hockey game was coming to a dramatic conclusion. With Bradfo looking on from JetBlue Park with Blue Jays players filtering in, and Sammy and Gordo back in the BIB Studios, there is plenty of talk about lineup construction, iconic Olympic/home run calls and how we should view 19-year-old Red Sox prosp...

As part of the meeting with the media before the Red Sox's first Grapefruit League game Sunday, Alex Cora suggested the lineup he is using against the Blue Jays will resemble what he rolls out for Opening Day. There is also some next-level Brayan Bello evolution talk.

It's a perfect way to kick off your weekend, with the Play Tessie guys (Sammy, Gordo and Pat) reflecting on some of the chaos that took place in baseball over the previous week. This time the topics include the Bryce Harper saga and a hard-to-figure Twins offseason. It's always good to hear from Play Tessie ... now officially a Baseball Isn't Boring joint.

Bradfo catches up with a favorite of ours here at BIB, Orioles Pitcher Zach Eflin, who talks pitching, hitting, and his second go-round in free agency.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora met the media before his team's first Grapefruit League game to talk Marcelo Mayer, Tyler Uberstine, how he views the infield configuration, and more!

One year ago, Kristian Campbell was navigating his first big league spring training while learning a fairly new position and a whole room of new teammates, while also negotiating a life-changing contract. Now? He is still trying to make the Red Sox, but is entering this round of spring training games with a wealth of lessons, experience, and confidence, all of which he has gained over the last 12...

Spring Training is officially upon us 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 "Is __ on the team on Opening Day?" questions, Caleb Durbin's height, and more!

Brendan Rodgers has experienced a lot since being taken third overall in the 2015 MLB Draft, ultimately landing this spring training with the Red Sox. Rodgers joins Bradfo to talk about his journey, including how a horrific collision derailed his season last year.

The Orioles' clubhouse became a very interesting place this offseason, especially since the addition of Chris Bassitt. This dynamic is on full display in this podcast, with Bassitt returning not only to offer a next-level perspective on the chaos surrounding the MLBPA but also to deliver a masterclass on lessons learned during his World Series run a year ago. To top it off, Bradfo also catches up...

Bradfo catches up with friend of the BIB brand, Anthony Banda, who hashes out possible plans to get his promised Baseball Isn't Boring tattoo while also talking about the path he took to landing with Minnesota.

A year ago, Bradfo predicted Joe Ryan would be in the Cy Young conversation. He wasn't wrong. But since then Joe's name has been in the headlines not only because of his excellence, but also because of trade rumors and his commitment to playing for Team USA in the WBC. It's all on the table once again as Bradfo sits down with the Twins' ace. The podcast doesn't stop there. We also catch up with an...

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!