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With each manager taking a turn in meeting with the media at the Winter Meetings, Aaron Booneused his time to discuss missing out on retaining Juan Soto, the potential players they could pursue, where he sees Jazz Chisholm playing, and other topics regarding the 2025 Yankees roster

The Executive Vice President and Managing Executive At Wasserman, Joel Wolfe, meets with the National Media to answer questions regarding the posting of Roki Sasaki, when he plans to meet with teams and sign, which teams Nolan Arenado and Seiya Suzuki would considering waiving their no-trade clauses for, and much more!

Now that the dust from the big Juan Soto news has settled, it's a great time to reflect on what impact the deal with the Mets had on the world of baseball as we head through the Winter Meetings in Dallas. Bradfo is joined by The Athletic's Tim Britton, who offers insight into the fallout in the world of the Mets since Soto decided New York would be his next home. It's great perspective when it com...

With each manager taking a turn in meeting with the media at the Winter Meetings, Carlos Mendoza used his time to discuss what it would be like to have a player like Juan Soto as he can't comment until it is official, the additions of Frankie Montas and Jose Siri, what he likes about Clay Holmes, and other topics regarding the 2025 Mets roster

With each manager taking a turn in meeting with the media at the Winter Meetings, Alex Cora used his time to reflect on the pursuit of Juan Soto, the merits of free agent target Alex Bregman, how the Red Sox view keeping Rafael Devers at third base and other topics regarding the building of the 2025 Red Sox.

Bradfo joins 'Jones And Keefe' on WEEI, to discuss the Red Sox failed pursuit of Juan Soto, if they deserve credit for their pursuit, and where they should/will pivot now with Soto off the board

The time has finally come: Juan Soto has picked his team. The winner? The Mets. It means that Bradfo is springing into action at the Winter Meetings in Dallas to break it all down, utilizing the services of 'Eye Test' host Julian McWilliams to give an instant reaction to the biggest deal in baseball history. How did it happen? Why did it happen? What does it all mean? Who should be the most frustr...

Julian McWilliams is back with another episode of 'The Eye Test', this time catching up Tidal Sports Agent Brent Warren to discuss the importance of finding the right fit instead of chasing the bag or status, how Brent got into being an agent, how he goes about negotiating with clubs, and much more!

Newly Signed Mets Pitcher Frankie Montas sits down with New York Media to discuss his decision to sign with the Mets, his relationship with Luis Severino and Sean Manaea, the adjustments he plans on making, and much more!

Former Blue Jays general manager and Mets executive J.P. Ricciardi is back on the podcast, this time offering awesome insight into what it is like for a GM to get ready for and then go to the Winter Meetings. J.P. joins Bradfo to reflect on how news and information is circulated throughout the industry, what a front office does leading into those days of living in a hotel suite and how clubs actua...

It seems like the Juan Soto decision is imminent, forcing Bradfo and Gordo into action once again with another Vibe Check. They are workshopping reactions. They are handicapping landing spots. They are talking tattoos. They are trying to figure out how to integrate oxtail stew into the introductory press conference. It's all there for you to enjoy while you wait.

Plenty of former players have said the selection process for entrance into the National Baseball Hall of Fame should include those who actually played in the big leagues. Well, we're giving one of them a chance. Bradfo invites Jonathan Papelbon - who has already been on the Hall of Fame ballot - to pick the 10 candidates from this year's ballot for those who he believes are Hall of Fame worthy. Sp...

Will Sammon covers the Mets along with Tim Britton for The Athletic. These days, he is in the middle of some of the biggest conversations and stories baseball has to offer. So, how did he get here and what does he think of the whole scene? Bradfo sits down with Will to talk about his unique path, the ins and outs when it comes to covering the Mets, and, of course, thoughts on what is going on in r...

Do the Red Sox have a chance at Juan Soto? Who should be viewed as the favorite? Can the lure of Dunedin lure the free agent to Toronto? Why do the Yankees possibly have the upper-hand? All these questions and more are answered in the latest Juan Soto Vibe Check, with Jonathan Papelbon returning to the podcast to give his somewhat controversial takes, with Bradfo once again steering the ship.

If you're offered a qualifying offer in Major League Baseball, you know you're doing something right. That was a reminder Nick Martinez got when the Reds extended their commitment of over $21 million for the 2025 season this offseason. Martinez joins Bradfo to reflect on a journey that started with four years with the Rangers before spending another four in Japan. He ultimately reinvented himself...

We're back with an other midday Juan Soto vibe check, with Bradfo being joined by Producer Evan and Gordo (Play Tessie) to react to the day's Soto news. Along with updating their odds for each team to secure the outfielder, the guys react to Andy Martino's report that there is a perception that the Blue Jays might end up being the highest bidder ... and that all the teams' are on information lockd...

Johnny DiPuglia has made quite a mark in baseball over his time as a scout, playing huge roles in the signing a myriad of future All-Stars out of Latin America. But one of DiPuglia's signees stands out from the rest - Juan Soto. Bradfo catches up with Johnny to reflect on the path that led Soto to the Nationals in 2015 and how he was viewed leading up to the $1.5 million commitment from the Nation...

The waiting is the hardest part - at least for those fans in New York, Boston, Los Angeles and Toronto. Bradfo is joined by Gordo (Play Tessie) to talk one thing and one thing only: Juan Soto and the vibes that are circulating regarding his landing spot. The guys power rank the suitors' desperation and the fan bases' lunacy when it comes to calling Soto their own. While you wait ... listen.

Within the lengthy conversation Bradfo conducted with former Mets GM Jared Porter - who was partaking in his first interview since being let go by the Mets four years ago - there is some valuable perspective on mental health and lessons Porter learned on the subject. Jared goes on to explain how he wants to help others after going through his challenges, explaining a plan to relay some helpful lif...

As part of Bradfo's lengthy conversation with Jared Porter, the former Mets GM explained some valuable lessons he learned about himself and others after being fired by New York. There was plenty of self-reflection, but also the realization of where a lot of his behaviors were coming from. The experiences has allowed Porter to not only help himself, but find ways to try and make others both in and...

We haven't heard from Jared Porter publicly since his dismissal as the Mets' GM on Jan. 19, 2021 ... until now. Porter joins Bradfo on the podcast for an important conversation regarding some important topics. Jared reflects on the transgression involving explicit texts to a reporter in 2016 that led to his firing from New York, while opening up about his mindset in the years after. Porter details...

As family and friends gather for their Thanksgiving dinner get-togethers, it is worth the time to get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the best family dinner scenes in modern movie history - the gathering seen in the comedy 'The Heat'. Friend of Baseball Isn't Boring Nate Corddry joins Bradfo to give a behind-the-scenes look at the dinner - attended by the likes of Sandra Bullock, Melissa McCart...

With all the news percolating about Juan Soto and what team he is going to choose, we bring back Bradfo's conversation with David Ortiz about his protege. Ortiz explains why Soto is the perfect centerpiece for any organization (but particularly the Red Sox) while also detailing his relationship with Soto and his family.

It's a day to give thanks, and there is nobody we can think of who can relay the message of thanks better than Daniel Bard. The relief pitcher joins Bradfo once again, this time to reflect on his memorable ups and downs that came with one of baseball's most remarkable comebacks and relay the thanks that each of those memories deserve. The success. The failures. The perspective. The success again....

When it comes to passion for his craft and the game he is broadcasting, there is nobody better in the baseball broadcasting business than Dave Sims. Dave joins Bradfo to talk about his new job as radio broadcaster for the Yankees. What was his reaction? What differences will he be facing? How did his baseball fandom lead him to this point? It's the kind of conversation that will make you want base...