Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

The Ringer

  • 1 hour 23 minutes
    Jaylen Gets Ejected in the Battle of the 2-Seeds, With Justin Verrier. Plus, a Recap of the Pats’ Moves.



    Brian recaps the Patriots’ free agent signings, and explains why he likes the moves (0:00). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the Celtics’ loss to the Spurs on Tuesday night, Jaylen Brown’s fiery ejection, ranking the top teams in the East, and more (28:50). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Pats’ offseason moves (1:11:45).


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Justin Verrier

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    11 March 2026, 4:13 am
  • 1 hour 18 minutes
    Tatum and the Celts Win in Cleveland With Chad Finn.


    Brian highlights the top needs that the Patriots must address once free agency gets underway this week (0:00). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about the Celtics’ win over the Cavs on Sunday, Jayson Tatum’s strong play in his first two games back, how he and Jaylen Brown will mesh, and Joe Mazzulla’s growth as a head coach (19:10). Brian and Jamie end by talking about the Celtics game and the World Baseball Classic (1:09:45).



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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Chad Finn

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    8 March 2026, 9:59 pm
  • 34 minutes 27 seconds
    Jayson Tatum’s Triumphant Return. 

    Brian breaks down Jayson Tatum’s long-awaited and impressive return as the Celtics beat the Mavericks at the Garden on Friday night. 

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    7 March 2026, 4:52 am
  • 1 hour 28 minutes
    Sox Predictions With Tyler Milliken. Plus, Tatum is Back!



    Brian opens with the news that Jayson Tatum will play this season, perhaps as soon as Friday night, before discussing the news that the Patriots are releasing Stefon Diggs (0:00). Then, he chats with Section 10’s Tyler Milliken about the upcoming Red Sox season and they give out some predictions for team MVP, best offseason addition, how many games the Sox will win, and more (27:20). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Tatum news (1:20:25).


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Tyler Milliken

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    6 March 2026, 12:07 am
  • 1 hour 52 minutes
    Sean Grande on the “Gap-Year” Celtics


    Brian chats with Sean Grande, the voice of the Celtics, about how Jayson Tatum is handling the mental aspect of his Achilles injury, Hugo González’s tenacity and defensive effort, Jalen Brown’s invaluable leadership this season, the ’24 Celtics championship, and more (0:30). Then, Brian does a Metric Man breakdown of Trevor Story and what we can expect from him this upcoming season (1:11:40). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email about the Patriots’ top offseason needs (1:29:20).


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Sean Grande

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    4 March 2026, 5:39 am
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    A Big Night for Queta and the Celtics. Plus, News from the NFL Combine.


    Brian recaps another Celtics win over the 76ers, including a big night from big man Neemias Queta (0:00). Then, Brian gives out some Sunday Thoughts, including the latest NFL trade rumors swirling around A.J. Brown, some potential edge rushers that the Patriots could target in the draft, and why Wilson Contreras and Jarren Duran could be primed for big seasons for the Red Sox (25:15). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the NFL combine (58:30).


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    2 March 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 33 minutes
    Celtics Check-In With Chris Forsberg


    Brian starts with a comparison between Tom Brady’s deep threats in his later years and Drake Maye’s, and he talks about how the Pats can upgrade that part of the offense next season (0:00). Then, he chats with NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg about the Celtics’ recent road trip, Derrick White’s great all-around game, when Jayson Tatum might return, and who could lose minutes when he does (16:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the Celtics and discuss the different sports TV broadcasts (1:09:50).


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Chris Forsberg

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    27 February 2026, 4:34 am
  • 1 hour 25 minutes
    NFL Combine Primer With Mike Kadlick. Plus, a Breakout Candidate for the Sox.


    Brian explains why Wilyer Abreu could be primed for a breakout season for the Red Sox and takes a closer look at new Sox pitcher Ranger Suárez. Then, he chats with SI Now’s Mike Kadlick about the NFL combine, how the Patriots can avoid a Super Bowl hangover, potential upgrades at edge and receiver for the Pats, Will Campbell’s future on the offensive line, and more (30:20). Brian and Jamie end with some final NFL thoughts and talk about the recent nor’easter (1:12:20).



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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Mike Kadlick

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    24 February 2026, 8:30 pm
  • 1 hour 21 minutes
    Celts Keep Rolling, With Justin Termine. Plus, USA!



    Brian opens by reacting to Team USA’s exciting win over Team Canada in the Olympic gold medal game for men’s ice hockey before looking at a few wide receiver options that the Patriots could target (0:00). Then, Brian chats with SiriusXM’s Justin Termine about the Celtics’ win over the Lakers on Sunday night, Hugo González’s energy making an impact, where Jaylen Brown ranks among the NBA’s best, how Jayson Tatum and Brown will mesh if Tatum returns, and more (19:20). Brian and Jamie wrap up with some final thoughts on Team USA’s big win (1:05:15).


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Justin Termine

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    23 February 2026, 4:04 am
  • 1 hour 36 minutes
    Pats Offseason Predictions With Andrew Callahan. Plus, Olympic Hockey and the B’s With Conor Ryan.


    Brian and The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan give out some Patriots offseason predictions about Stefon Diggs’s future with the team, the Maxx Crosby sweepstakes, contract negotiations with Christian Gonzalez, and more (0:00). Then, Brian chats with The Boston Globe’s Conor Ryan about Olympic hockey, the U.S.'s and Canada’s overtime wins in the quarterfinals, and the Bruins' better than expected season thus far (34:00). Brian and Jamie end by taking a listener email on Jayson Tatum and talking about the Winter Olympics (1:18:45).




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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guests: Andrew Callahan and Conor Ryan

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    19 February 2026, 7:21 pm
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    Sizing Up the East Contenders. Plus, Sox Predictions With Adam Kaufman.

    Brian opens with a potential trade the Patriots could make for star receiver AJ Brown and why the Celtics duo of Jalen Brown and Jayson Tatum need to win another championship to cement their legacy (0:00). Brian chats with NESN’s Adam Kaufman about the retooled Red Sox rotation, their new infield, and potential breakout candidates (18:00). Then, they try to predict when Tatum might return, his new docu-series with NBC, and assessing the Celtics’ top Eastern Conference rivals (44:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the NFL offseason, and the looming MLB labor battle (1:14:15).


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Adam Kaufman

    Producer: Jamie McClellan


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    17 February 2026, 5:30 pm
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