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, Ep. 36: The definitive Rafael Dever...
Red Sox assistant GM, Eddie Romero, joins Rob Bradford to discuss the decision to promote Rafael Devers. Romero explains what went into the Red Sox deciding that now is the time to make the move. Listen to the behind-the-scenes account of this team's most important decisions of the season. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
21 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 35: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Ed...
Rob Bradford and Tim Britton of the Providence Journal are joined by Dr. Dan Quinn of Newton Wellesley Orthopedic Associates to uncover exactly what Tyler Thornburg is having surgery for, and what it means for the pitcher's future. Bradford and Britton also spin the wheel of relievers to define who has been the biggest surprise for the surprisingly Red Sox bullpen. The duo also breakdown their yearbook pictures. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
49 min
853
Bradfo Sho, Ep. 34: Anatomy of clubhouse confro...
Rob Bradford is joined by WEEI.com's John Tomase to discuss David Price and all the controversy that has come with him in recent days. Bradford and Tomase discuss Price's recent run-in with the media, and their own experiences when it comes to clubhouse confrontations. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
53 min
854
Bradfo Sho, Ep. 33: Talking trade deadline with...
With two months to go before the non-waiver trade deadline, Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski to talk about all the ins and outs of how the Red Sox are approaching the deadline. Dombrowski discusses how the deadline has changed, and how this year might be a bit unique. Bradford also talks with Red Sox pitchers Joe Kelly and Drew Pomeranz about their experiences of being dealt in the days leading up to July 31. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
23 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 32: Partying with Mike Napoli
Texas Rangers first baseman Mike Napoli joins Rob Bradford to talk the art of hugging, why some clubhouses work and some don't, and some previously untold stories about his time in Boston. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
22 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 31: The definitive Rafael Dever...
Red Sox assistant general manager Eddie Romero, the man who had a huge hand in signing top prospect Rafael Devers, joins Rob Bradford to talk all things Devers. Romero explains how the organization locked up the talented third baseman, detailing how he has progressed to this point and how long it might be until the 20 year old becomes a major leaguer. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
29 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 30: Michael Holley talks David ...
Michael Holley, author of the new book, "Papi: My Story" joins Rob Bradford to talk anything and everything about the soon-to-be released David Ortiz autobiography. Holley discusses the twists and turns leading up to actually writing the book, the stories behind putting it all together and the stories behind the stories. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
37 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 29: The Travis Shaw conversation
Milwaukee Brewers third baseman, and former Red Sox, Travis Shaw joined Rob Bradford to discuss his current lot in life, along with his true feelings about how things transpired in 2016 with the Sox. Shaw revisits his good and bad times with the Red Sox, along with his motivation to "win the trade" that sent Tyler Thornburg to Boston. He also identities the American League East team that was truly the Red Sox' rival in '16. WIth the Red Sox playing Shaw's Brewers in Milwaukee, it's a great time to reconnect with the 27 year old. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
27 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 28: Dustin Pedroia talks leader...
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia joins Rob Bradford to clarify where people are right and where they are wrong when talking about leadership in the team's clubhouse. Pedroia also doubles down on his proclamation he is best in the major leagues at making pocket squares and turning double plays. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
16 min
860
Bradfo Sho, Ep. 27: Craig Breslow defends Tom B...
Rob Bradford is joined by Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Craig Breslow, who is one of the foremost authorities among professional athletes when it comes to understanding how charities work. Not only does Breslow head up his own charity, the Strike 3 Foundation, but also proactively has taken the Boston Globe to task via a letter to the editor after a 2013 article criticizing the allocation of funds for high-profile athlete's charities. Breslow digs into the recent controversy surrounding Tom Brady's affiliation with Best Buddies, explaining why the recent Globe article was misguided. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
31 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 26: Merloni, Schilling talk get...
Rob Bradford is joined by both Lou Merloni and Curt Schilling to discuss the recent controversy involving Manny Machado, Dustin Pedroia, Matt Barnes and their respective teams. The two former major leagues offer insight to how baseball handles (and should handle) hitting batters as an act of revenge, with their own stories of involving similar situations as the one that unfolded in Baltimore. They also break down the decision to take Chris Sale out of his last start after eight innings. The former pitcher and batter cover it all from every angle. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
30 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 25: Jerry Remy reflects on Fenw...
On the 10th year anniversary of an iconic moment in Red Sox television broadcasts, Jerry Remy joins Rob Bradford to reflect on the famous Fenway pizza throw for another Bradfo Sho short. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
11 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 24: '17 Benintendi vs. '12 Trout
In a Bradfo Sho short, Red Sox bench coach Gary DiSarcina joins Rob Bradford to talk about some of his early takeaways from watching his new team, including the comparison of Andrew Benintendi in his first April to Mike Trout when he experienced his first full big league season. DiSarcina also offers interesting insight into how different Xander Bogaerts is now compared to when he was mentoring the shortstop as Pawutcket's manager four years ago See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
12 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 23: Manager Lou's anger, analysis
Lou Merloni joins Rob Bradford once again to discuss the moves that were made, and the moves that need to be made when it comes to the Red Sox. Rob and Lou begin the podcast addressing the controversy the first 'Manager Lou' podcast, in which Merloni believed Bradford was trying to paint him in a corner. Plenty of anger and analysis in this one. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
34 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 22: David Ortiz is having a cel...
Comedian Josh Wolf joins Rob Bradford to announce the news that David Ortiz will be having a celebrity roast at the House of Blues. Wolf, who can be heard on his own podcast with Freddie Prinze Jr. and will be hosting the event, also examines the difference between the celebrity sports fans he sees every day and those in New England, where he grew up. Prior to Wolf joining the podcast Ben Kichen of the Dale, Holley & Keefe Show offers everything you need to know when it comes to the art of executing a celebrity roast. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
32 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 21: Why Chris Sale is good
Tim Britton of the Providence Journal joins Rob Bradford to hold a draft, picking reasons why Chris Sale might actually be a really good pitcher for the Red Sox. Along the way Britton and Bradford divulge behind-the-scenes moments from the Red Sox beat, and previous podcasts. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
29 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 20: First-guessing with Manager...
Rob Bradford is joined by WEEI's Lou Merloni to offer a preemptive strike when it comes to Lou's inevitable criticism of Red Sox manager John Farrell. Rob presents Lou with situations that Farrell could face during the first week of the Red Sox' season, getting Merloni to commit to what paths he would take. It's first-guessing with Manager Lou See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
29 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 19: Being Drew Pomeranz
Rob Bradford is joined by Drew Pomeranz, the Red Sox pitcher who so many are wondering if he will be able to live up the value placed on him by the Red Sox when trading away top pitching prospect Anderson Espinoza last July. Pomeranz goes into detail regarding his injury last season, the stem cell treatment he underwent in the offseason, and how he thinks things stand heading into the 2017 campaign. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
28 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 18: Tom Caron
Rob Bradford is joined by Tom Caron, the man responsible for guiding the ship when it comes to Red Sox pregame and postgame shows, along with various other important duties with the New England Sports Network, including offering the play-by-play for both TV and radio throughout spring training. Tom and Rob discuss a variety of topics, such as nickname conundrums, radio vs. television, criticizing the team, behind-the-scenes for the broadcasts and where the industry is going. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
51 min
870
Bradfo Sho, Ep. 17: The curious case of Carlos ...
Rob Bradford is joined by two-time All-Star outfielder Carlos Quentin, who is attempting a comeback with the Red Sox this spring. Quentin's path back to baseball involves almost quitting the game less than a year ago, losing 40 pounds and trying to sell himself to general managers all over Major League Baseball. Quentin explains his journey, which has led him to the back fields at JetBlue Park. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
27 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 16: Clay Buchholz
Rob Bradford catches up with Clay Buchholz to discuss the former Red Sox pitcher's new lot in life with the Phillies, while reflecting on his up and down tenure in Boston. Philadelphia general manager Matt Klentak also joins the podcast to discuss his team's pursuit of Buchholz. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
21 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 15: Sean McAdam
Rob Bradford is joined by longtime baseball writer Sean McAdam to talk about a variety of subjects, including the inside story behind his parting ways with Comcast SportsNet New England. McAdam explains his exit from CSNNE, why he feels it happened and where he views the industry as the veteran scribe decides on his next challenge. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
62 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 14: A doctor's view of David Pr...
Rob Bradford is joined by Dr. Nick Leong of Newton-Wellesley Orthopedic Associates to discuss all the ins and outs of David Price's injured elbow. Dr. Leung explains why the Red Sox and Price might have taken the course of action they did, what the prognosis could mean and where the pitcher goes from here. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
30 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 13: The man who the Red Sox got...
Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox minor league infielder Josh Tobias, the player the organization got in exchange for Clay Buchholz. Tobias, as it turns out, may be one of the most interesting players in Red Sox camp, not only offering great stories about finding out about the trade, but explaining his interest in space, books and UFOs. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
26 min
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Bradfo Sho, Ep. 12: Dustin Pedroia predicts he ...
Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia to discuss the 33-year-old's longevity, his thoughts on Tom Brady's approach and what the real deal is when it comes to who is the leader in the Red Sox' clubhouse. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
18 min