Play Tessie - A Red Sox Podcast

With the Boston Red Sox season firmly underway there have been a few things that have surprised both Bradfo and Coop. Two of them - Austin 'Big Fudge' Davis' increased velocity and Rich 'Dick Mountain' Hill's new pitch - Bradfo gets the bottom of with sitdowns with each player. The guys also dive into the merits of Kiké Hernandez's mic'd up moment, along with some other eyebrow-raisers from the fi...

In an emergency Bradfo Sho podcast, Bradfo breaks down the news of the Red Sox' four-year contract extension with Garrett Whitlock. It's a deal that has two club options, can make Whitlock as much as $44.5 million and should be a win for both sides. It's more extension talk! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about...

Since Trevor Story has become one of the most significant pieces of the 2022 Red Sox puzzle he obviously was going to make an appearance on the Bradfo Sho with Bradfo and Coop, with the newcomer getting into the weeds when it comes to the art of hitting. Xander Bogaerts, Kike Hernandez and Peter Fatse also join to reflect on a very signficant get-to-know-you car ride with Story. To learn more abou...

In his triumphant return to the Bradfo Sho podcast, Red Sox reliever Matt Barnes doesn't disappoint, offering the truth behind his on-the-field mannerisms, how his dog may have saved his season and the thinking behind signing last year's contract extension. Coop joins Bradfo to break down the entire interview while reflecting on Xander Bogaerts' much-publicized appearance on the podcast. To learn...

Xander Bogaerts sits down with Bradfo for perhaps the longest and most in-depth interview of his career, touching on how far he has come, the shortstop's current lot in life and what the future might hold. It is all punctuated with Bogaerts' favorite cereal, to boot. It's one of the best Bradfo Sho podcasts ever! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy...

The always insightful Rich Hill joins Bradfo and Coop to discuss where pitching is at and where it is going, both on and off the field. The Red Sox hurler offers some pointed takes regarding where teams might be on to something and where they might be going awry. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad cho...

Hailing from North Dakota, new Red Sox pitcher Matt Strahm has found himself as a key part of the Sox's bullpen this season, having blown away baseball with his showcase this offseason. The lefty joins Bradfo and Coop to discuss everything from blackout on the mound, uniquely cursing himself out, an unbelievable commitment to hair growth,  and the evolution of his wildly popular YouTube channel. I...

With Red Sox pitchers Garrett Whitlock and Tanner Houck going back and forth through the Bradfo Sho regarding who would win in a race, challenging one another to a spring training competition, it was time for the two to conduct a Bradfo Sho press conference to lean into the hype. That's exactly what you get, with Bradfo moderating. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:...

Bradfo and Coop soak in quite a day, one which saw top prospect Marcelo Mayer take Nathan Eovaldi deep, and one that included a very humanizing and illuminating interview with new Red Sox pitcher Derek Holland. Bradfo also stumbles upon on his next catchphrase: 'He melted the cheese!' To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn...

Bradfo and Coop take a deep dive into three fascinating pieces of the Red Sox spring training: Bobby Dalbec, Garrett Whitlock and Ryan Fitzgerald. Dalbec joins Bradfo for a wide-ranging interview, touching on everything from Bobby's strategy when it comes to waving to the significant change he has made to his swing. Also discussed is Whitlock's lot in life, more specifically whether or not he shou...

Put Allison from Cabridge in the Caller Hall of Fame! Allison does NOT like the idea that Xander Bogaerts could be out of Boston soon. Why rely so heavily on the future and worry about money? Allison wants fans to LOVE the Sox and Xander is part of that.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Bradfo and Barrett welcome in Red Sox rising-prospect Durbin Feltman who calls in from work in Fort Myers. Durbin talks about the awkward career moment when he expected to be taken in the Rule 5 draft...which was cancelled. He gives some insight into one topic that few go into: the difference between the baseballs used in minor leagues versus the majors. Durbin also talks about what it was like to...

Red Sox prospect (and possible 2022 big leaguer) Durbin Feltman joins Bradfo and Barrett to talk just how strange the Rule 5, lockout, and promotion process has been for him. Bradfo and Barrett also discuss the likelihood (or lack of) that Xander Bogaerts fits into Chaim Bloom's future plans for the Red Sox. Coop Leonard also joins to share what he saw as the most important/viral baseball clips on...

Rob Bradford and Brian Barrett here for you with everything Red Sox from Xander Bogaerts future, prospects climbing the rankings, and where the Sox go to improve on last year and avoid a backslide. Lou Merloni joins the guys from Fort Meyers and shares his thoughts on guys he has already seen down there, the question marks for the pitching staff, and who the Sox need to prioritize in the long-term...

Alex Binelas, the power-hitting corner infielder who came to the Red Sox from Milwaukee along with Jackie Bradley Jr., has a new family - the Bradfo Sho. Binelas has officially been adopted by the show and podcast for the 2022 season. It is a perfect fit, as the 2021 third-round pick showed in his first appearance on the podcast talking TikTok, races with Marcelo Mayer, his father guarding Dominiq...

Former Red Sox Brock Holt joins Bradfo and Coop to re-introduce himself to the Bradfo Sho audience. In a must-listen hour-long podcast, Holt offers behind-the-scenes insight into some of his most memorable moments while giving updates on his son Griff, along with Griff's best friends, Mookie Betts and Andrew Benintendi. He also reveals the real reason the Flo Bros. came to an end. To learn more ab...

Bradfo and Coop get together to reflect on the news that David Ortiz is heading into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, revisiting what the former Red Sox slugger meant and exactly how unique he was. Also, Coop has already booked his room for the ceremony. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices....

One of the breakout players for the Red Sox in 2021 was second baseman Christian Arroyo. He jumped aboard the Live BP Podcast Express with Bradfo and Coop to talk his love for Tom Brady, the inside story of his best big league season ever, and a very heartfelt reaction to the passing of Jerry Remy. He also weighed in on the big Garrett Whitlock vs. Tanner Houck race controversy. Always entertainin...

What led Rich Hill back to the Red Sox this offseason? The lefty hurler joins Bradfo and Coop to explain the behind-the-scenes workings that went into Hill's return to the Sox. He also serves as a super double-secret agent, explaining the secrets behind being a Tampa Bay Rays pitcher. You aren't going to find a more insightful current player than this podcast guest. (Spoiler: There is also a surpr...

Former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon joins Bradfo to talk retirement (or lack thereof), Bryce Harper, Phillies fans, and how he blew out his arm throwing out the first pitch. It's pure Papelbon. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off his retirement announcement, former Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester joined Bradfo and Coop to reflect on why he didn't end up becoming a Red Sox for life, offering behind the scenes information regarding the path that he took to Chicago. Lester also dives into why players aren't taking contract extensions, the first and second biggest beer tabs he ever picked up, and the one time he played go...

NESN's Tom Caron, an inductee into the Maine Athletic Hall of Fame, joins Bradfo and Coop to break down Bradfo's ballot, debate this very controversial HOF class and offer his own unofficial submissions. Coop also offers a perfect argument for wanting many of these candidates in Cooperstown. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy...

After a memorable 13-year career, former Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester has retired. Bradfo reflects on the many impactful moments - both on and off the field - the lefty turned in as a member of the Red Sox. All in all, he was one of the most impactful pitchers in the Sox' organiization's history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-pol...

Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck joined Bradfo and Coop. There was a lot to discuss: :39: Who is faster, Whitlock or Houck. "One hundred percent me." - Tanner Houck 2:25: "We have to have one be-all, end-all race." 4:14: Jarren Duran has to be the fastest, although Nathan Eovaldi would give him a run for his money. 5:38: The great 'Is Marcelo Mayer fast?' Controversy  6:40: The legend of Mitch Morelan...

One of the best stories in all of Boston sports in 2021 was the emergence of Garrett Whitlock as one of the best relief pitchers in all of Major League Baseball. Whitlock joined Bradfo and Coop to offer the stories behind the stories when it comes to his first major league season. The pitcher takes us behind the scenes when it comes to key moments, teammate interactions, races with Tanner Houck an...