Play Tessie - A Red Sox Podcast

The go-to show for Red Sox fans that drown out the screeching of the Greenline with their humming along to the tune that echoes April through October nights. Join Gordo, Sammy, and Pat as they break down every Red Sox game, headline, and rumor. It's all baseball, all throughout the year.


Episodes dropping throughout the week!

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Bradfo Sho on the radio: How do Bloom and Cora ...
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 social media from the past week.
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Bradfo Sho on the radio: Merloni says, 'Pitchin...
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. 
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Bradfo Sho: We have adopted Red Sox prospect Al...
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 Dominique WIlkins, the big trade and living life as a Red Sox with Bradfo and Coop.
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Bradfo Sho: The great Brock Holt
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.
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Live BP, Ep. 10: David Ortiz is headed to Coope...
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.
59 min
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Live BP, Ep. 9: Christian Arroyo has arrived
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 entertaining, Arroyo is worth a listen.
29 min
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Live BP, Ep. 8: The newest Red Sox Rich Hill
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 surprise appearance from the great Joe Castiglione.)
35 min
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Live BP, Ep. 7: Jonathan Papelbon has announcem...
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.
22 min
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Live BP, Ep. 6: Jon Lester talks Red Sox, retir...
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 golf with Bradfo.
24 min
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Live BP, Ep. 5: Hall of Famer Tom Caron talks H...
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.
35 min
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Live BP, Ep. 4: Looking back at Jon Lester
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.
12 min
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Live BP, Ep. 3: Tanner Houck is ready to race i...
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 Moreland's boat 8:01: 2021, The Year of Tanner Houck 8:30: Houck is working out with Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer this offseason 10:50: 'Adapt or die!' - Tanner Houck 13:25: Houck's evolution: 'Developing that split has set me up for 2022' 15:00: Why Houck is better positioned to be a major league starter than ever before. 16:33: 'It's why 2022 will be my best year' - Tanner Houck 18:02: The potential cause for Houck's forearm issue in 2021 19:17: Why Houck felt better at the end of the season than he did at the beginning. 20:30: Houck's history with Seiya Suzuki 21:51: The story behind Coop's favorite Houck moment, No. 1: Coming in for Sale 24:40: Houck's biggest concern was not looking 'like a dork' while warming up. 'Just don't throw it past Charlie' 26:30: The story behind Coop's favorite Houck moment, No. 2: Game 162 in Washington 28:40: 'I felt like I could do no wrong ... I felt like I was playing with a ping-pong ball' - Tanner Houck 29:39: An unforgettable pregame meeting 31:13: The story behind Coop's favorite Houck moment, No. 3: Pitching in the Wild Card game against the Yankees 33:02: 'My hand was shaking so bad' - Tanner Houck 34:15: Tanner proposes a dual podcast with Garrett Whitlock. 'Maybe we can sell Pay-Per-View tickets for the Great Race'
35 min
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Live BP, Ep. 2: Catching up with Garrett Whitlock
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 and, of course, the evolution of what has become a well-publicized chess game.
33 min
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Live BP, Ep. 1: Joe Kelly has a big announcement
In the first official edition of the Live BP podcast, former Red Sox pitcher Joe Kelly chose the platform for a major announcement: He is determined to save baseball. Kelly announced a "revolution" to help remind people baseball isn't boring, challenging fans to offer their examples to the social media accounts @poutingiscool (Twitter) and @baseballisntboring (Instagram). The best will receive prizes from Joe. It is just the beginning of what Kelly and Co. is hoping is a powerful reminder during these dark days for the sports.
16 min
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Live BP: E-Rod is putting the Red Sox in the re...
Rob Bradford has your emergency Live BP reaction to the Monday news that Eduardo Rodriguez has agreed to a 5-year, $77 million dollar deal with the Detroit Tigers
9 min
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Live BP: Remembering Jerry​ Remy
Rob Bradford and Steve Perrault reflect on what Jerry Remy meant to both of them and the New England sports scene, while revealing their favorite stories involving the iconic broadcaster and former player.
40 min
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Introducing The Run - 2016 Chicago Cubs
There’s nothing like a great postseason run. Relive the twists and turns of the Cubs curse-breaking 2016 World Series campaign: game-by-game, controversy-by-controversy, heartbreak and triumph, all culminating in the most epic Game 7 ever.   Matt Spiegel (670 The Score) and Roy Wood Jr. (Daily Show) are joined by Cubs legends and celebrity superfans to talk about what the run meant for the city of Chicago, the Cubs faithful -- and everyone around the country who stayed up late during that rain delay. This podcast is not just for Cubs fans, but for anyone who wants to revisit fall of 2016 and be reminded of a moment when baseball showed us how magical a great run can be. “The Run” will be a really fun ride. A new podcast from Audacy and Major League Baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 187: Do free agents still want ...
With Major League Baseball free agency still playing out slower than slow, the question has to be asked: Is Boston and the Red Sox still a preferred destination for these guys. Mike Lowell has some experience when it comes to this stuff, which is why the former Sox third baseman joined the Bradfo Sho for the latest edition of "Uniquely Boston" sponsored by City of Boston Credit Union. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 186: Alex Cora makes his return
It has been a while since Alex Cora, a regular on the Bradfo Sho for years and year, had appeared on the podcast. But he's back! The Red Sox manager joins for the latest City of Boston Credit Union's Uniquely Boston series, breaking down what it takes to function in this town. Cora also takes a deep dive into how the last year has impacted his view of managing this team, and how he sees life going forward, both for himself and the Red Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
50 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 185: The best hoop player in ba...
There is plenty to talk about when it comes to Red Sox bench coach Will Venable. What was his interview with Chaim Bloom like? What has he learned since becoming a big league coach? What have been his first impressions of Alex Cora? But what really is a difference-maker when it comes to this interview is the deep dive Rob Bradford goes into with Venable when it comes to his life as one of the best Ivy League basketball all players of all-time. It's worth a listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
27 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 184: Red Sox Prospectpalooza
So many prospects to talk about, so little time. Fortunately we have SoxProspects.com and their executive editor Chris Hatfield to help guide us through the Red Sox farm system. Hatfield joins Rob Bradford to discuss the best and the brightest of the Sox minor-leaguers, picking through the Sox Prospects' recently-released prospect ranking. This podcast will make you smarter (and that's a good thing). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
69 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 183: The best story of the 2020...
Tanner Houck only started three games for the Red Sox, but he represented perhaps the best story in an otherwise miserable 2020 season. Houck gave up just one earned run over his 17 innings, vaulting him into the conversation for a spot in the Red Sox' 2021 starting rotation. In a lengthy conversation with Rob Bradford, Houck offers insight into what he was thinking all these years leading up to his big chance, what it was like to strike out Mookie Betts and J.D. Martinez in back-to-back at-bats, how he is spending his offseason with some very, very notable names this offseason and what his success has meant to the charity "Tanner Houck's Pitch For Adoption". It's an important listen for an important player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
40 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 182: The return of Rich Hill
Rich Hill was born in Boston. He grew up in Milton. And he once played for the Red Sox. So when it comes to finding a player who can pass along advice to potential free agents about what it is like to play here there is no better than the 40-year-old free agent. Hill kicks off our series "Uniquely Boston" (brought to you by City of Boston Credit Union) to talk about growing up and playing in Boston. Hill also takes a deep dive into his thoughts on the Blake Snell decision along with his approach to picking his next team. (The Red Sox?) It's a good listen ... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
52 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 181: Red Sox assistant hitting ...
Just about 13 years ago Peter Fatse was showing a UConn baseball recruit by the name of George Springer around campus. Now he is serving as Red Sox assistant hitting coach while waiting to see if there will be a reunion with Springer, now a free agent. The 33-year-old Western Mass. native is a fascinating piece of the Sox' puzzle, offering a unique perspective to hitting, which he explains in detail during the podcast. There's talk of Springer, Jackie Bradley Jr., this year's Red Sox hitters and where Fatse believes hitting is going. It's a good listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 180: The man who hired Alex Cor...
Three years ago Dave Dombrowski introduced Alex Cora as the manager of the Red Sox. Now Cora is back, a development that doesn't surprise Dombrowski at all. The former President of Baseball Operations joins Rob Bradford to discuss what he saw in Cora to hire him back before the 2018 season, what surprised him about Cora and how he can understand why Chaim Bloom is bringing him back. Dombrowski also gives an update on his own venture in Nashville, while reflecting on his good friend Tony La Russa being hired by the White Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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