Rob Bradford talks with both Red Sox pitcher Matt Barnes, and assistant pitching coach Brian Bannister, about the fascinating project the reliever undertook in the final month of 2016. Barnes explains how he, with the help of others, made a concerted effort to emulate Dellin Betances of the Yankees and how that exercise helped turn around the former No. 1 pick's season. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The reigning American Cy Young Award winner (Rick Porcello) and Red Sox set-up man (Joe Kelly) share a meal, some drinks, stories and conversation with Rob Bradford at Twin Peaks Restaurant in Fort Myers. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Lou Merloni to talk life in spring training, his toiletries, sleeping arrangements, and facing off with Red Sox personnel that he might have been critical of. Rob and Lou also get into the dynamic of electronic and print media when it comes to ripping the Red Sox. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford sits down with new Red Sox bench coach Gary DiSarcina to discuss the behind-the-scenes scenario that led him back to the Red Sox, the ins and outs of his job, and his take on the comparison between his former player, Mike Trout, and Mookie Betts. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by former Red Sox catcher, and newly-named ESPN analyst, David Ross to break down the good and the bad when it comes to the two Super Bowl teams' fans. Ross, who grew up near Atlanta and played for the Braves, offers examples of what separates the fan bases. He also adds some interesting insight into how close he came to not retiring at the end of the 2016 season. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi, the player just identified as the top prospect in all of baseball, joins Rob Bradford to discuss (among other things) eating Chick-fil-A, saving per diem, taking ownership for cutting his hair and living with Dustin Pedroia See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox pitcher Rick Porcello to discuss life from the moment when he learned he was the American League Cy Young Award winner until the days just before spring training. Porcello explains how things have changed for him over the past few months, while offering his thoughts on Kate Upton's controversial tweets following the Cy Young announcement, and the actual voting process. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Houston Astros bench coach Alex Cora, who also serves as the man responsible for putting together the Puerto Rico team in the World Baseball Classic. Cora offers evidence that the WBC is actually a meaningful tournament, while Bradford takes the stance of it being an unproductive exercise. Cora also offers an update on Red Sox outfielder Rusney Castillo, who is playing for the former Red Sox' infielder's team in the Puerto Rican Winter League. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox relief pitcher Joe Kelly to discuss middle of the night Pokemon chasing in Central Park on an electronic skateboard, a drastic change he made just moments before the first postseason game and how he views his new lot in life in the bullpen See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford discusses how Alex Speier assembled his ranking for Baseball America of the top 10 prospects in the Red Sox farm system, a list topped by catcher Blake Swihart. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by his WEEI.com colleague Alex Speier to discuss Speier's latest column, explaining exactly how much money the Red Sox have to spend this offseason. Speier dives into the positions and players the Sox are committed to financially, and how they might approach allocating their resources heading into free agency. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by former Red Sox, and current Angel, John McDonald to discuss were his team stands heading into the postseason, his thoughts on its opponent, the Royals, and what the Yoenis Cespedes trade might have meant the A's. McDonald also bemoans the loss of the television show, 'The Baseball Bunch,' which was alive and kicking during Kansas City's last playoff run. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Dr. Evan Schumer of Newton Wellesley Orthopaediac Associates to discuss exactly what kind of surgery was performed on Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia, the recovery time that accompanies such a procedure and why the operation might be just what the doctored ordered. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Turtleboy of TurtleboySports.com to discuss which current major leaguers might be in line to become Hall of Famers. The duo dive into the difficulties facing the current crop of big leaguers when trying to reach Hall of Fame status. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

On today's Bradfo Show we talk to Dr Ken Polivy, Spine Surgeon at the Newton Wellesley Orthopedic Associates, about Shane Victorino's recent back surgery. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox leadoff hitter Brock Holt, who since being inserted into the top spot in the batting order has been among the best leadoff men in baseball. Heading into Tuesday night, no other leadoff hitter has had more hits (77) since May 23, with Holt having played every inning of every game during that stretch. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Torey Lovullo, Red Sox bench coach, to talk about what went wrong with his team and how they might be able to fix it heading into the second half of the season. Included is a special guest cameo by Alex Speier. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by two players from the Major League Baseball All-Star Game who are no strangers to trade rumors: Giancarlo Stanton of the Miami Marlins, and the Red Sox' Jon Lester. Stanton explores his history with trade rumors, going back to the very first one he was ever linked to when the Red Sox were looking to deal Manny Ramirez in 2008. He also once again answers his thoughts on potentially playing in Boston. Lester, meanwhile, explains his approach to answering contract questions throughout the season and All-Star break, while also diving into the communication he has kept with Red Sox management. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

From the All-Star festivities in Minneapolis, Rob Bradford is joined by January Jones ("Betty") of Mad Men fame to discuss her performance in Sunday's Celebrity Softball Game, wrapping up shooting on her show, and the importance of the name "Xander." Bradford also catches up with Alex Speier to break down the chances Henry Owens could actually become a replacement for Jon Lester if he leaves the Red Sox. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by WEEI.com Bruins beat writer DJ Bean, as well as Boston sports fan/blogger Turtleboy to talk all things Bruins free agency. With the B's recent moves, the conversation turns to where the Bruins might next turn and what kind of dent losing Jarome Iginla and Shawn Thornton might make. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox pitchers Rubby De La Rosa and Felix Doubront to talk about their abilities, mindset and history as teammates. The duo explains their goals and their approach to social media. It was 10 solid minutes with Rubby and the man they call "Doubie." See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia to discuss the adjustments he has had to make, and is trying to make. Pedroia explains his thought process while attempting to find a hot streak, and the challenges he has had to face this season. He also once again debates Bradford over the existence of Sasquatch. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by agent Scott Boras to discuss some of the surprises of this baseball season, while also analyzing where the game is headed. Boras dives into the controversial topic of qualifying offers, while giving perspective on the Red Sox' Stephen Drew signing. The agent also presents what states is a previously undisclosed plan to help limit pitching injuries. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Rob Bradford is joined by John Tomase of the Boston Herald to talk about the merits of promoting Mookie Betts, while also discussing possible solutions when it comes to getting the Red Sox out of their season-long rut. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.