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.

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.)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Former Red Sox bench coach and interim manager Torey Lovullo returns to the Bradfo Sho to accept his induction into the podcast's Hall of Fame. While visiting Lovullo gives us some insight into what Alex Cora will be facing heading into his third year while also passing along poolside stories from the 2013 Red Sox, how Studio 54 gave him his big break and how managing is changing. The Arizona Diamondbacks skipper delivers once again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Cora is the new manager of the Red Sox ... again. Rob Bradford is joined by John Tomase of NBC Sports Boston to dissect the news of the day, which is Cora returning as manager or the Red Sox. What is the right choice? Whose choice was it? What does it mean for this team going forward? Why is Tomase doing this podcast standing up? All questions are answered during this special emergency Bradfo Sho. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major League Baseball free agency is always one of the most talked about few months of the entire calendar year for those who follow the sport, with the rumors and guessing running rampant. Thanks to the fine folks at MLB Trade Rumors we are given an annual cheat sheet in terms of the Web site's prediction for the Top 50 free agents. Putting together what is almost always an incredibly accurate cavalcade of landing spots and financial figures are Tim Dierkes, Steve Adams and Connor Byrne. Tim and Steve join Rob Bradford to discuss this year's list, with plenty of Red Sox-centric conversation transpiring. Listening will make you a smarter Hot Stove baseball fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo Sho Hall of Famer David Ross makes his first appearance on the podcast since being named manager of the Cubs, now perhaps just a few days away from being named National League Manager of the Year. Ross reflects on his crazy year, which has included a Jim Beam commercial, a most unusual 2020 season and the reality that came with living life with Jon Lester for perhaps the last time. Ross always delivers, and this is no exception. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Jon Lester bought almost 5,000 beers for the city of Chicago the least we could do was buy him one Boom Sauce while devoting an episode to him. Rob Bradford not only buys the beer, but he is joined by The Athletic's Cubs writer Patrick Mooney to dive into all things Lester when it comes to the pitcher's time in Chicago and where he might be going from here. Sit back, crack one open and enjoy Red Sox' fans favorite pastime, some good Jon Lester talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices