Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

The Ringer

  • 1 hour 47 minutes
    Breaking Down the Draft and the Joe Milton III Trade With Danny Heifetz. Plus, Kristian Campbell!!!


    Brian breaks down the Red Sox’s series win in Baltimore, including Kristian Campbell’s red-hot bat, Garrett Crochet’s dominant start, Alex Bregman’s big game, and Tanner Houck’s continued struggles (0:40). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Danny Heifetz about the Patriots trading Joe Milton III to the Cowboys, the upcoming NFL draft, Mike Vrabel’s coaching style, some AL East talk, and more (28:00). Brian and Jamie end with some Sox thoughts, including the upcoming first home stand of the season (1:32:40).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Danny Heifetz

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    3 April 2025, 9:22 pm
  • 1 hour 40 minutes
    Gearing Up for the Celtics Playoff Run With Michael Pina. Plus, the Sox Struggle, but Extend Crochet.


    Brian discusses the news that the Red Sox and Garrett Crochet have agreed to a six-year contract extension, before getting into the Red Sox’s four-game losing streak and Raffy Devers’s struggles (0:40). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about ‘Celtics City,’ Jayson Tatum’s MVP chances, Al Horford’s rejuvenation, Jaylen Brown’s troublesome knee, potential playoff matchups, and more (22:25). Brian and Jamie end with a couple listener calls and some thoughts on the NFL annual meetings in Florida (1:16:15).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Michael Pina

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    1 April 2025, 6:48 pm
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    A Rough Weekend in Texas for the Sox With Ian Cundall


    Brian chats with SoxProspects.com’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox's disappointing series against the Rangers, Rafael Devers’s historically bad start to the season, Kristian Campbell’s strong play, initial thoughts on the Sox’s pitching, and more (0:40). Then, Brian looks at Jayson Tatum’s hot streak and his much-improved passing abilities and discusses the news that the Patriots have parted ways with Ja’Whaun Bentley (54:15). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Pats, Sox, and the Stephen A. Smith vs. LeBron James feud (1:02:05).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Ian Cundall

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti



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    30 March 2025, 11:20 pm
  • 1 hour 24 minutes
    Red Sox Win Their Opener With Tyler Milliken

    Brian talks to The Sports Hub’s Tyler Milliken about the Red Sox’s exciting Opening Day win over the Rangers on Thursday, Wilyer Abreu’s incredible game, a lights-out performance from the bullpen, the ceiling for this team, and more (0:40). Then, Brian does some quick-hitting thoughts on the Pats, Celtics, and Bruins (53:30). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and some final thoughts on Opening Day (1:13:55).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Tyler Milliken

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    27 March 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 25 minutes
    Sox Season Preview With Julian McWilliams. Plus, the Pats Land a Receiver.


    Brian breaks down the Pats signing wide receiver Stefon Diggs, before getting to Jayson Tatum’s injury scare in Sacramento (0:40). Then, he talks to CBS Sports’ Julian McWilliams about the Red Sox’s upcoming season, and they make some predictions, including team MVP, breakout player, and more (20:25). Brian and Jamie end by talking about the Sox and the latest episode of ‘Celtics City’ (1:01:50).


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Julian McWilliams

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti



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    26 March 2025, 12:52 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Sunday Thoughts on Tatum’s Superpower, the Sox’s Roster, and Travis Hunter’s Unique Talents


    Brian recaps the Celtics’ win in Portland on Sunday, a nice shooting night from Sam Hauser (0:40). Brian gives out his Sunday Thoughts on Travis Hunter’s unique skill set, the Celtics sale, March Madness, Jaylen Brown’s availability heading into the playoffs, and more (14:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and some thoughts on the upcoming Red Sox season and March Madness (54:55).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    24 March 2025, 1:24 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    The Celtics’ Record Sale.Plus, the Pats' Offseason With Mark Daniels.


    Brian discusses the news that Bill Chisholm has bought the Celtics for $6.1 billion over Steve Pagliuca’s rival bid, and what that means for the franchise going forward. Then, he talks to Mass Live’s Mark Daniels about the Patriots' remaining to-do list this offseason, their efforts to land a top wide receiver, the draft, and what a successful 2025-26 season looks like for the Pats (8:30). Then, Brian does a Metric Man breakdown of Alex Bregman’s upcoming season before he and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Celtics’ sale (50:50).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Mark Daniels

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    20 March 2025, 6:45 pm
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    Previewing March Madness With Tate Frazier. Plus, Baylor Scheierman!!


    Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Nets on Tuesday night, including a big game from rookie Baylor Scheierman (0:40). Then, Brian chats with Tate Frazier about the NCAA men’s basketball tournament, and they each give out their best bets for the upcoming games (15:45). Brian then discusses the Patriots signing a new center, Garrett Bradbury, before he and Jamie discuss some Red Sox roster news and the latest episode of ‘Celtics City’ (57:45).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Tate Frazier

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    19 March 2025, 2:44 am
  • 1 hour 27 minutes
    Celtics Check In With Bobby Manning


    Brian chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the Celtics, Kristaps Porzingis’ return to the starting lineup, Jrue Holiday’s shaky shooting, wear and tear on Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, and more (0:45). Then, Brian discusses the Rafael Devers’ drama around his willingness to DH for the Red Sox, and does a Metric Man preview of Tanner Houck’s upcoming season (48:15). Brian ends with some listener calls (1:13:35). 


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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Bobby Manning

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    16 March 2025, 8:51 pm
  • 52 minutes 44 seconds
    Todd McShay on the NFL Draft and the Pats’ No. 4 Pick


    Brian talks to The Ringer’s Todd McShay about the upcoming NFL draft, McShay’s thoughts on Drake Maye last year vs. now, some players that the Pats could target with the fourth pick, Mike Vrabel’s reputation around the league, and more (0:40). Then, Brian and Jamie offer up some final thoughts on McShay’s draft analysis (37:15).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Guest: Todd McShay

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti



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    13 March 2025, 7:00 pm
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Concerns After the Celtics Fall to the Thunder


    Brian discusses the Celtics’ disappointing loss to the Thunder on Wednesday, why Boston is getting out-muscled by some of the other top teams, his confidence level for the team looking ahead to the playoffs, and more (0:55). Then, Brian discusses the Bruins’ surprisingly strong play following their sell-off at the trade deadline (38:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Episode 2 of ‘Celtics City’ and the potential groups vying to buy the Celtics (44:15).

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    Host: Brian Barrett

    Producer: Jamie McClellan

    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti



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    13 March 2025, 4:46 am
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