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Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, 'Off the Pike' features instant reactions to the biggest games and stories in town, plus unique conversations with local and Ringer personalities.
Episodes
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
An Epic Celtics Collapse With Michael Pina. Plus, Khari Thompson on What the Pats Should Do at 14.
Brian and The Ringer’s Michael Pina react to a stunning Celtics loss to the Hawks and discuss what exactly went wrong (0:30). Then, Radio Boston’s Khari…
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Drew Bledsoe on His Pats Career and the Kraft-Belichick Relationship. Plus, a Boston Trifecta as the C's, B’s, and Sox All Win!
Brian talks about the Celtics’ solid win in Atlanta, the team’s increased physicality, and Jaylen Brown ditching the mask and having a big game (0:30). Then…
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The Celtics Lay an Egg, and The B’s Bounce Back in Florida.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ loss in Atlanta, their poor team defense, Jaylen Brown’s disappointing performance, and more (0:30). Then, he reacts to the news that…
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C’s Take a Commanding 2-0 Lead. Plus, Conor Ryan on the Bruins’ Game 1 Win and the Rest of the Series.
Brian reacts to another dominant Celtics win over the Hawks and discusses Derrick White’s great game, Trae Young’s struggles, and Jaylen Brown’s hand (0:15)…
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Bill Simmons on the Celtics’ Game One Win. Plus, Liam McHugh Previews Bruins-Panthers.
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons joins Brian to break down the Celtics’ game one win over Hawks, and afterwards, they talk about the Sox, Bruins, and even a little…
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Celtics-Hawks Playoff Preview With Zach Klein. Plus, Sale and the Sox Get Embarrassed at the Trop.
Brian offers up his Starting Five reasons that he is optimistic about the Celtics’ playoff run (0:30). Then, he chats with WSB-TV Atlanta’s Zach Klein about…
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Patriots Position Grades Heading Into the Draft With Zack Cox. Plus, the C’s Catch a Break!
Brian reacts to the Hawks’ upset win in the play-in game in Miami, which sets up a favorable Celtics-Hawks first-round matchup (0:30). Then, he chats with…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Celtics Pressure Meter Heading Into the Playoffs, the Bruins Make History, and Adam Duvall Goes Down
Brian looks back at the Bruins’ historic season as they win a record-setting 63rd game (0:15). Then, he looks at the three Celtics figures with the most…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Four Reasons the Celts Can Win the Title With Tom Giles. Plus, Recapping the First Week of the Sox With Steve Perrault.
Brian shares his four reasons that the Celtics can win the title with NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Giles, and they also discuss the Patriots’ QB drama (0:30). Next…
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Are the Pats Shopping Mac? Plus, Celtics Look Comfortable Against the Sixers, and Andrew Raycroft on the Bs.
Brian recaps the Celtics loss in Philly Tuesday night, but explains why he isn’t that worried about a potential Celtics-Sixers playoff matchup (0:30). Then…
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The Celtics Own the Bucks With Michael Pina. Plus, Where The 2022-23 Bruins rank in Boston Sports History.
Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the recent Celtics-Bucks game, how the two teams match up, whether or not the Celtics are better off as the…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
The Celtics’ Five Advantages Over the Bucks. Plus, Sox Come Up Short on Opening Day.
Brian lays out the five advantages the Celtics have over the Bucks following their 41-point blowout win in Milwaukee on Thursday night (0:30). Then, Brian…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Nora Princiotti on Lamar to the Pats. Plus, the Celtics’ Unconventional Path to a Title.
Brian goes over a disappointing Celtics loss in Washington before sharing some thoughts on this team’s unusual place among title winners in recent NBA history…
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Sox Season Predictions With Tyler Milliken. Plus, Jaylen Brown Looking Like a Young D Wade.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ dominating win over the Spurs, which included another incredible game from Jaylen Brown, and he also takes stock of Derrick White’s…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Chad Finn on the WEEI Controversy, and Pete Abraham on Yoshida Hype. Plus, All In on Lamar Jackson!
Brian kicks off the pod by explaining why the Pats should sign Lamar Jackson (0:30). He then discusses the latest controversy at WEEI with the Boston Globe’s…
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Celtics Blow Out the Kings. Plus, Brian Robb on Jaylen Brown, and Eric Edholm on the Pats’ Draft Targets.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ blowout win in Sacramento and shares some thoughts on the World Baseball Classic (0:30). Then, he chats with MassLive.com’s Brian…
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Justin Verrier on the Struggling Celtics. Plus, the Sox’s Underrated Signing.
The Ringer’s Justin Verrier joins the show to discuss the slumping Celtics, Jayson Tatum’s ongoing shooting woes and what may be causing them, Jaylen Brown’s…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Andrew Callahan on JuJu vs. Jakobi. Plus, Is Jaylen Brown Playing the Best Basketball of His Career?
Brian breaks down the Celtics’ win over the Timberwolves on Wednesday night as well as Jayson Tatum’s continuing struggles and Jaylen Brown’s stellar play…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Michael Pina on Whether We Should Be Worried About the C’s. Plus, Jakobi Meyers Signs With Vegas.
Brian opens with the news that Jakobi Meyers is leaving the Pats for the Raiders and other updates from NFL free agency (0:30). Then, The Ringer’s Michael Pina…
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Pats Offseason Preview With Doug Kyed. Plus, Busy Weekend for the B’s and C’s.
Brian starts off by recapping the Celtics’ win over the Hawks Saturday night, Tatum’s impressive shooting and playmaking, and a new effective rotation the team…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Fort Myers Vibe Check With Julian McWilliams. Plus, the C’s Bounce Back.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Trail Blazers Wednesday night—which broke a three-game losing streak—and takes a closer look at Jayson Tatum’s play…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Conor Ryan on the B’s Stretch Run. Plus, the C’s Lose on the Free Throw Line.
Brian recaps another Celtics loss, this time to the Cavaliers. He goes over their poor 3-point shooting, Grant Williams’s struggles, and the team’s rebounding…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Celtics Lose to the Knicks Again! Plus, Zach Kram on Malcolm Brogdon and the Sox.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ loss to the Knicks in double overtime and tries to make sense of the team’s recent struggles (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Sean Grande on the Celts … Plus, Pasta Gets Paid
Sean Grande, the voice of the Boston Celtics, joins Brian to discuss the C’s rotation as the playoffs inch closer and closer. Who’s going to be in and who's…
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Jayson Tatum Is in a Funk. Plus, Chris Cotillo on Triston Casas’s Bizarre Pregame Routine.
Brian recaps the Celtics' loss to the Knicks on Monday night and discusses Tatum’s slump post-All-Star break (0:15). Then, he chats with Chris Cotillo of…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Celtics Beat the Sixers in Prime Time … Again
Brian breaks down the Celtics’ win over the 76ers Saturday night, Derrick White versus Marcus Smart in the starting lineup, and potential playoff seeding in…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Pats Dynasty Draft With Nick “Fitzy” Stevens
Brian recaps the Celtics’ overtime win in Indiana before breaking down the news that the Bruins have acquired defenseman Dmitry Orlov and forward Garnet…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Celtics First Half Grades with Brian Robb
Brian is joined by Brian Robb of MassLive.com and they give out their first half grades for the Celtics roster (0:30). Afterwards, Brian discusses Tanner Houck…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Red Sox Season Preview with Steve Perrault
Brian opens with some thoughts on the Mac Jones trade rumors before touching on the NBA dunk contest and grading Jaylen Brown’s season so far. He also…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Sam Pollard on Bill Russell’s Brilliance. Plus, Joe Mazzulla Gets Extended.
Brian opens with the news of Joe Mazzulla’s contract extension, before giving out some individual first-half grades for the Celtics (0:15). Next, Brian chats…
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Drew Hanlen on Jayson Tatum’s Development
Brian recaps the Celtics’ valiant effort in their overtime loss to the Bucks, how the C’s defended Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Derrick White’s impressive play…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Sean McDonough on the Bruins, Sox, and Memorable Calls From His Career.
Brian chats with Sean McDonough about his new role as the voice of the NHL for ESPN and other big calls from throughout his career. They also talk about the…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
C’s Make a Move. Plus, Super Bowl Memories With James White.
Brian breaks down the trade deadline moves around the NBA and how the Celtics fared this year compared with recent years. He also recaps the Celtics' win over…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Celtics Trade Deadline Intel with Keith Smith
Brian starts with Tom Brady’s interview with Bill Belichick and looks back at their relationship in recent years (0:30). Then, he chats with Spotrac’s Keith…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Ted Johnson on Playing With Tom Brady
Brian starts with some thoughts on the Celtics’ loss to the Suns on Friday night, what kind of player they might target at the trade deadline, and the Kyrie…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Alex Cora on the MLB Offseason and the 2023 Red Sox
Brian talks to Red Sox manager Alex Cora about the team's offseason moves, including Rafael Devers’s big contract extension, Xander Bogaerts’s departure, the…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Instant Reaction Pod: Tom Brady Retires
Brian reacts to the news that Tom Brady is calling it a career, and discusses his final years in Tampa Bay compared to the end of his time in New England…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Jaylen Brown Bounces Back, and Andrew Callahan on Patriots Dysfunction.
Brian breaks down the thrilling Celtics overtime win over the Lakers, Jaylen Brown’s impressive performance down the stretch, and how the Celtics-Lakers…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
C’s and B’s Both Lose, and Eric Edholm on Pats' Needs in the Draft
Brian breaks down the Celtics’ overtime loss to the Knicks, Jaylen Brown’s subpar game, and another lackluster third quarter from the Celtics (0:30). Then, he…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Instant Reaction Bill O’Brien Podcast With Doug Kyed
Brian chats with Pats Chat’s Doug Kyed about the news that Bill O’Brien is returning to New England as the Patriots’ new offensive coordinator, how the hiring…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Should the C’s Stand Pat at the Trade Deadline? Plus, Chad Finn on the New Red Sox NESN Booth.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ gritty win in Toronto on Saturday night and discusses any moves the team might make before the trade deadline (0:30). Then, he chats…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
A Wild Celtics-Warriors Finals Rematch. Plus, Julian McWilliams With a Great Chaim Bloom Story and Other Sox News
Brian recaps an electric Celtics overtime win against the Warriors, and also covers the Bruins’ win over the Rangers on Thursday night (0:30). Then, he chats…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Tatum Taking Over as the Face of Boston. Plus, Zack Cox on the Patriots' Offseason.
Brian breaks down Jayson Tatum’s 51-point game in the Celtics’ win over the Hornets on MLK Day and makes the case for Tatum as the most important athlete in…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Justin Verrier on Jayson Tatum’s MVP Case. Plus, Kraft Takes Back His Team.
Brian talks about the news that the Patriots are interviewing offensive coordinator candidates and negotiating a new contract with Jerrod Mayo, and what that…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
The State of the Red Sox and Patriots With Bill Simmons and Kevin Hench
Bill Simmons and Kevin Hench join Brian to vent about the recent troubles befalling the Red Sox, including the news that Trevor Story will miss most—if not…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Liam McHugh on the B’s Historic Run and Their Biggest Threats Around the NHL. Plus, Pats Season Grades With Khari Thompson.
TNT’s Liam McHugh joins the show to talk about the Bruins’ record-setting pace, Patrice Bergeron’s greatness, David Pastrnak’s ongoing contract negotiations…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
The Patriots’ Season Comes to an End. Was It a Failure?
Brian recaps the Pats’ loss to the Bills, which eliminated them from the playoffs, and reflects on the season as a whole (0:15). Then, he chats with three-time…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Michael Pina on the Celtics’ Bounce-Back Win in Dallas. Plus, Andrew Callahan on a Potential Shakeup in Foxborough.
The Ringer’s Michael Pina joins Brian to discuss the Celtics’ win over the Mavs on Thursday night, how Jayson Tatum’s supporting cast compares to Luka’s, the…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Emergency Rafael Devers Pod With Lou Merloni
Lou Merloni joins Brian to discuss the news that the Red Sox have re-signed Rafael Devers to an 11-year, $331 million deal, and they also look at the team…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
The C's Get Embarrassed in OKC. Plus, Scott McLaughlin on the Winter Classic and the Record-Setting B’s
Brian recaps the Celtics’ embarrassing loss to the Thunder and whether or not there is reason to be concerned about the team (0:30). Then, he chats with WEEI’s…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
The Pats Stay Alive in the Playoff Hunt, But Are They Really a Playoff Team? With James White
Brian recaps the Pats’ win over the Dolphins, which has them back in the 7th seed for the playoffs (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
The State of Each Boston Franchise Entering 2023. Plus, Dolphins Super Fan John Jastremski Previews Pats Dolphins
Brian ranks the state for the four major Boston sports franchises, which includes a recap of the Celtics-Clippers game tonight (0:30). Then, he chats with The…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Rob Williams Is a Game Changer & Jaylen and Tatum Go Off Again. Plus, Chris Mason on the Pats’ Playoff Chances
Brian talks about the Celtics’ recent wins over the Rockets and Bucks, Robert Williams’ impressive play, their big upcoming game against the Clippers, as well…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Pats Fumble the Game Away. Plus, Nora Princiotti On What’s Next for the Team
Brian tries to make sense of yet another heartbreaking Patriots loss, but also tries to find the positives after the Pats almost came back after trailing 22-0…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Should We Be Worried About the C’s? Plus, Pats vs. Bengals Preview With Dan Hoard
Brian dissects the reasons for the Celtics’ recent skid after another loss to the Pacers on Wednesday night (0:30). Then, he chats with the Bengals’…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Ted Johnson on Whether Mac Deserves a Mulligan. Plus, Does Chaim Have a Plan?
Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ Ted Johnson about the Patriots’ disastrous last-second loss to the Raiders, whether Belichick set Mac up to fail…
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Pats Lose in Crushing Fashion, and Their Season Is on the Brink, with James White
Brian recaps a wild Patriots-Raiders game and discusses the final play that doomed the Pats, as well as Mac’s performance and demeanor and Rhamondre’s big game…
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Sean Grande on the Historically Great C’s. Plus, How Much Does Mac Miss McDaniels?
Brian is joined by the voice of the Celtics, Sean Grande, and they discuss the team's historic start, Robert Williams’s imminent return, Jaylen Brown’s…
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Tatum Makes a Statement as the C’s Escape L.A. With a Win. Plus, Pete Abraham on the Sox’s Offseason
Brian recaps the Celtics’ wild win over the Lakers on Tuesday night, Jayson Tatum’s clutch performance, and overall thoughts on the Celtics’ road trip before…
- Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Pats Win in Unimpressive Fashion, Plus the Celtics Are in a Funk
Brian recaps the Patriots’ win over the Cardinals on 'Monday Night Football,' the mistakes that almost cost them the game, and their upcoming schedule as they…