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The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox Podcast
MassLive.com beat reporter Chris Cotillo and MassLive.com supervising reporter/columnist Sean McAdam will be joined by guests from around Major League Baseball to break down the latest news, notes, rumors and opinions surrounding the Boston Red Sox.
Episodes
- The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox Podcast
Ep 403: Recapping a strong Red Sox showing at the World Baseball Classic, plus which roster battles matter most as spring training ends?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap the strong play from Red Sox players in the World Baseball Classic, analyze the Tommy Kahnle signing and discuss…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 402: Reacting to the Red Sox signing Danny Coulombe, Romy Gonzalez having surgery & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to a newsy 48 hours for the Red Sox at spring training, analyzing the Danny Coulombe signing, the news Romy…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 401: With two weeks left, what are the Red Sox roster battles to watch? Plus WBC, Jarren Duran thoughts so far
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back from a brief hiatus with McAdam having returned to Fort Myers for the end of Red Sox spring training. The…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 400: Breaking down Red Sox roster battles midway through camp, plus Isaac Paredes trade rumors & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss what the 2026 Boston Red Sox roster might look like. The writers also break down the newest rumors of Astros…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 399: What does Alex Cora's challenge to Marcelo Mayer mean? Plus breaking down Triston Casas' comments, Johan Oviedo's struggles and more.
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back home after a couple of weeks in Fort Myers. Chris and Sean break down Alex Cora's challenge to Marcelo Mayer…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 398: Takeaways from the first two weeks of Red Sox spring training, plus Masataka Yoshida, Jarren Duran thoughts & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the first few games and how tranquil spring training in Fort Myers was. The writers discuss Masataka Yoshida and…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 397: Roman Anthony talks World Baseball Classic, expectations for Year 2 and becoming a Red Sox leader
Red Sox phenom Roman Anthony joins co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam for a sit-down at JetBlue Park. Anthony discusses his expectations for his first full…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 396: Recapping the first week of Red Sox spring training, including Sam Kennedy's comments, roster battles & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap the first week of spring training in Fort Myers, discussing Sam Kennedy and Tom Werner's comments from the first…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 395: Red Sox trade for Caleb Durbin; thoughts on new-look infield, offseason in review
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are in Fort Myers, where Red Sox spring training opened Monday with the news Boston had acquired young infielder Caleb…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 394: Breaking down Red Sox signing Isiah Kiner-Falefa, plus World Baseball Classic roster thoughts
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the Red Sox signing Isiah Kiner-Falefa to a one-year, $6 million deal and discuss what it means for the rest…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 393: Reacting to the Red Sox trading Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin, plus Eugenio Suárez thoughts & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap an eventful Sunday for the Red Sox, who shipped pitchers Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the White Sox in a…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 392: An early crack at projecting the Red Sox' Opening Day roster; is Eugenio Suárez a target?
With less than two weeks before the start of spring training, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam take a crack at projecting the Red Sox' Opening Day…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 391: With weeks to go before spring training, where will Red Sox turn for infield help? Plus Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette thoughts & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with an action-packed Friday podcast. The writers discuss where Craig Breslow will turn for infield help with…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 390: MassLive's 2026 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot reveal with voters Sean McAdam & Chris Smith
On this episode, MassLive's two Baseball Hall of Fame voters, Sean McAdam and Chris Smith, reveal their 2026 ballots before the results are announced in…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 389: EMERGENCY Pod — Red Sox pivot, make major free agent splash with Ranger Suárez
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam have instant reaction to the Red Sox pivoting after losing out on Alex Bregman and landing free agent starter Ranger…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 388: EMERGENCY Pod — As Alex Bregman goes to Cubs, where do Red Sox go next?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam analyze the breaking news that Alex Bregman is heading to the Cubs on a five-year, $175 million deal after just one…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 387: 26 predictions for the 2026 Red Sox season, including a no-hitter and surprise trades
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss Cotillo's recent story in which he made 26 predictions for the 2026 season. The writers debate everything from a…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 386: Lou Merloni weighs in on the Red Sox' offseason moves, plus makes bold predictions (Alex Bregman)
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by NESN and WEEI's Lou Merloni, who returns to the show to give his latest on the Red Sox offseason to this…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 385: Resetting the Red Sox' offseason (Alex Bregman? Bo Bichette) as 2026 begins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with their first podcast of 2026. The writers reset the Red Sox' offseason after New Year's Day, debating…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 384: EMERGENCY Pod — Red Sox trade for Willson Contreras, make first offensive add of winter
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the news that the Red Sox are acquiring Willson Contreras from the Cardinals for three pitchers, including…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 383: Resetting the Red Sox offseason before Christmas, plus thoughts on Michael King signing with San Diego, Alex Bregman & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the latest hot stove news throughout baseball — and the Red Sox' continued inaction. The writers talk about…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 382: What's the latest on the Red Sox and Alex Bregman? Plus Michael King interest, analyzing an unusual trade & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the latest rumors involving Alex Bregman, who is reportedly talking to the Diamondbacks about leaving Boston for…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 381: Where do Red Sox go next after Winter Meetings, losing out on Kyle Schwarber & Pete Alonso?
MassLive's Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are home from Orlando and analyzing where the Red Sox go next after failing to land either Pete Alonso or Kyle…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 380: Reacting to Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso coming off the board — and where Red Sox pivot as Winter Meetings wrap up
Co-hosts Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo recap the big Winter Meetings signings including Kyle Schwarber to the Phillies and Pete Alonso to the Orioles, and what…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 379: Recapping Day 1 of the Winter Meetings, including Ketel Marte trade rumors & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are in Orlando and highlight the first day of the Winter Meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 378: Unpacking the Red Sox' trade for Johan Oviedo, plus where does Craig Breslow go from here at the Winter Meetings?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the acquisition of Johan Oviedo from Pirates in 5-player deal with the Winter Meetings set to begin on Monday…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 377: How the Red Sox will approach the Winter Meetings, plus where does Boston's budget sit as free agency heats up?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down what to expect from the Red Sox as they head into the Winter Meetings. Will they be aggressive in reshaping…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 376: EMERGENCY Pod — Red Sox acquire Sonny Gray from Cardinals in first big winter move
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the pre-Thanksgiving news that the Red Sox have acquired Sonny Gray (and cash) from St. Louis for pitchers…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 375: New Red Sox infielder Tristan Gray on being traded to Boston, his career and what he brings to the roster
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by new Red Sox infielder Tristan Gray, who was acquired in a trade with the Rays on Tuesday. Gray discusses…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 374: Why the Red Sox made four trades this week and what it says about their roster in 2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the Red Sox making several trades this week to reshape their roster, including the moves that sent Brennan…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 373: David Ortiz on his Red Sox targets, Roman Anthony as the 'face of the franchise,' his charity golf tournament & more
Chris Cotillo catches up with three-time World Series Champion David Ortiz during his annual golf charity event in Palm Beach. Ortiz discusses what he hopes…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 372: Red Sox offseason begins with Craig Breslow's GM Meetings wish list
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap Craig Breslow's comments including his desire to acquire "front of a rotation" starter this offseason. Learn more…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 371: Breaking down the Red Sox' decision to not give Lucas Giolito a qualifying offer, plus thoughts on his future and Boston's payroll picture
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam take an in-depth look at Boston’s (lack of) qualifying offer to Lucas Giolito and what it signals about the Red Sox’s…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 370: Reacting to Trevor Story returning to the Red Sox, plus Jarren Duran contract thoughts and more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down Trevor Story’s decision to opt into his contract and return to Boston through 2026. Plus, a dive into Jarren…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 369: World Series thoughts, plus predicting how the Red Sox will handle early decisions on Jarren Duran, Trevor Story, others
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam weigh in on the World Series and discuss what’s next for the Red Sox, including early decisions on Jarren Duran, Trevor…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 368: Projecting how the Red Sox offseason will begin with key decisions on Lucas Giolito, Trevor Story, others
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss how the Red Sox should approach major roster decisions that will shape 2026. The writers discuss everything from…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 367: Red Sox offseason preview: Which infield (Alex Bregman? Luis Arraez?) and outfield (Jarren Duran trade?) moves will they make?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down what the Red Sox will do this winter when it comes to both their infield and outfield, which remain very…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 366: How World Series matchup relates to Red Sox, plus which pitching moves Craig Breslow might make this winter
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the 2025 World Series matchup and what it reveals about the Red Sox’s current roster construction. Plus, how…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 365: What are the chances Alex Bregman re-signs with the Red Sox? Plus front office, Gold Glove thoughts
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss what's next for Alex Bregman after he opted out of his contract. Plus, who is most likely to take home some gold…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 364: Diving into Alex Cora's coaching staff, Jason Varitek's future with Red Sox, upcoming free agency
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the recent coaching moves, as well as who might be making calls in the future to poach members of the staff…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 363: Red Sox report cards (Part II); grading Boston's pitchers from Garrett Crochet, Aroldis Chapman (A+) to Jordan Hicks, Tanner Houck
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam grade the 2025 Red Sox pitchers from Garrett Crochet and Aroldis Chapman to Jordan Hicks and Tanner Houck. The writers…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 362: Red Sox report cards (Part I); grading position players from Roman Anthony (A-) on down
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam grade the 2025 Red Sox position players, from Roman Anthony to Connor Wong and Masataka Yoshida. The writers discuss…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 361: Wrapping up the 2025 Red Sox season, awards & thoughts on a big offseason for Craig Breslow
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back from New York to wrap up the 2025 season. The writers discuss what went wrong for Boston in the Bronx, hand out…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 360: Red Sox season ends with sleepy Game 3 loss to Yankees, Cam Schlittler (RECAP)
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap the game that ended the Red Sox' season, a 4-0 loss to the Yankees in Game 3 of the Wild Card round. The writers…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 359: Alex Cora pulls Brayan Bello early as Red Sox lose to Yankees in Game 2 of Wild Card Series (RECAP)
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap a 4-3 Red Sox loss to the Yankees in Game 2 of the Wild Card Series on Wednesday. The writers discuss Alex Cora's…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 358: Red Sox beat Yankees in Game 1 of Wild Card Series (RECAP)
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down a 3-1 Red Sox win in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium. The two writers, both in the Bronx…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 357: Reacting to the Red Sox making the playoffs and previewing a first round matchup with the Yankees
It's an action-packed podcast after Game 162 of the season as co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap a busy weekend that saw the Red Sox clinch their…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 356: Handicapping the final week of the Red Sox' playoff push; plus Kristian Campbell thoughts, predictions & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap a winning weekend for the Red Sox in Tampa and look ahead to a massive series in Toronto as the final week of the…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 355: With a week to go, will the Red Sox make the playoffs? Plus rotation concerns, Alex Bregman's struggles, the Tampa series & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap a shaky week for the Red Sox, who lost two of three to the A's before a big win in Tampa on Friday night. The…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 354: Handicapping the Red Sox' playoff chances with two weeks to go; who needs to step up? Who won't make the postseason roster?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap the weekend that was for the Red Sox, who dropped two of three to the Yankees but still kept their head above…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 353: Recapping the Red Sox' series in Sacramento (and opener vs. Yankees); should Boston be concerned about making the playoffs?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap an interesting series in Sacramento, including Connelly Early's stellar debut, Kyle Harrison's strong performance…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 352: Recapping a disappointing Red Sox series in Arizona, plus how will Boston fill its open rotation spots? Replace Roman Anthony?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap an underwhelming series for the Red Sox, who dropped two of three games against the Diamondbacks in Arizona. The…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 351: Will Roman Anthony return this season? Plus thoughts on Jordan Hicks, Red Sox rotation decisions, Kristian Campbell & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the latest in the world of the Red Sox heading into a West Coast trip that will take the club to Phoenix and…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 350: Roman Anthony is injured, plus thoughts on Red Sox promoting Payton Tolle, cutting Walker Buehler and extending Aroldis Chapman
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back to recap a very busy week for the Red Sox, who promoted Payton Tolle, cut Walker Buehler and extended Aroldis…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 349: Naming the Red Sox Quarter-Century Team, with the best contributor at each position since 2000
In a differently themed edition of the podcast, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam name their Red Sox Quarter-Century teams, breaking down the best players…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 348: How will the Red Sox set up their rotation for the playoffs? Plus thoughts on Yankees series, Dustin May, Aroldis Chapman & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back to recap a solid few days for the Red Sox in New York and Baltimore and to look ahead at a team that's going to…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 347: Reacting to a flurry of Red Sox roster moves (including The Password's promotion), plus thoughts on Sox-Yankees, Walker Buehler & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down a big win in the Bronx on Thursday night and set expectations for the final three games of a clutch series in…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 346: Should the Red Sox be worried about their bullpen? Plus thoughts on Nathaniel Lowe, Marcelo Mayer & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to back-to-back poor performances from the bullpen for the Red Sox, who are 4-7 in their last 11 games. The…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 345: Thoughts on a (2-4) Red Sox road trip; plus could a roster shake-up be coming with Walker Buehler, Abraham Toro?
On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap a Red Sox road trip in which Boston went 2-4 in San Diego and Houston. The hosts talk about where…
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox PodcastEp 344: Reacting to Roman Anthony's stunning extension with the Red Sox
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the big, shocking news of the week and react to Roman Anthony signing an eight-year, $130 million extension with…