Best Chad Weaver Podcasts (2025)

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BIB on the Go: Rob Refsnyder Returns To The Playoffs After 10 Years 10:05

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12m ago10:05

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Bradfo and the Boston Media catch up with Rob Refsnyder to discuss finally making the postseason again after 10 years of watching from his couch To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Wesley Beehn 36:12

6h ago36:12

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Wesley Phillip Beehn is a predator that was caught in the 2024 GeneseeCounty, Michigan sting of TruBlu’s Takedown with Chris Hansen. Beehn is best known for repeatedly asking the decoy to call him "daddy" in thechatlog. When Beehn was confronted by Chris Hansen, Chris asked if he wanted him to call him "daddy" to which Wesley responded with"no." Ch…

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Talking With Garrett Crochet And About The Mets Collapse 30:58

12h ago30:58

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On the eve of Garrett Crochet's Game 1 start against the Yankees at Yankee Stadium, we give you Bradfo's exclusive interview with the ace. The guys have an in-depth and honest conversation about how Crochet's season played out, why it worked so well, advice he would give to a pitcher going through what he did, and the potential tattoo commitment th…

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Presser: The Feel-Good Story Of Fill-In Game 162 Pitcher Jose De Leon 7:40

16h ago7:40

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With all the chaos going on during the final day of the regular season, one of the stories that stood out was that of Red Sox starter Jose De Leon. The 33-year-old pitcher, who had just seven big league starts prior to Sunday, was called off the beach in Puerto Rico to take the hill for the postseason-bound Red Sox. De Leon's performance highlighte…

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BIB on the Go: The Harsh Realities Of The Postseason, By Chris Bassitt 10:17

1d ago10:17

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Just because you make the postseason doesn't mean you will remember the season as a success. That's a reality Chris Bassitt wants to remind us. The Blue Jays starter returns to the podcast, sitting down with Bradfo to talk about the hard and sometimes cold reality that comes with living life as a postseason participant. He also explains exactly why…

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What It's Like To Be Introduced To The Postseason For The First Time, By Ryan Pepiot 15:14

21h ago15:14

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One of Baseball Isn't Boring's favorites Ryan Pepiot is back, this time punctuating his breakout 2025 season with a conversation with Bradfo. The Rays pitcher reflects on what life was like in Tampa Bay's makeshift home surroundings this season and how he feels about his season. But the true timely piece of the sitdown was Pepiot reflecting on what…

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Presser: Tigers Manager A.J. Hinch Talks Avoiding Collapse, Making Playoffs 7:39

1d ago7:39

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With the Tigers staring at one of the most potentially epic collapses in MLB history, having blown a 15 1/2-game division lead, their manager A.J. Hinch could celebrate actually making the playoffs after clinching a return to the postseason in Game 161. Bradfo caught up with Hinch as he spoke to reporters immediately after his team punched its tick…

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BIB on the Radio: Fenway Chaos And Hangover Cures 47:32

1d ago47:32

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Bradfo is back with another edition of Baseball Isn't Boring on the radio, this time being joined by Sammy (Play Tessie) to reflect on the Red Sox's playoff-clinching win while also surfacing the best hangover cures for all those teams experiencing clubhouse celebrations. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://ww…

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Two Postseason Wild Cards: The Red Sox And Trey Yesavage 22:56

2d ago22:56

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When it comes to deciphering who will stand out in the postseason, we have been doing our best to identify the difference-makers. With the Red Sox clinching a postseason berth, they have us thinking there might be something there to make a World Series run. But in terms of players, one guy to watch is the pitcher Bradfo sat down with for the podcas…

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BIB on the Radio: What Should We Make Of Toronto And Boston? 13:12

3d ago13:12

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Bradfo is back with the guys on Sportsnet in Toronto, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker, to set the stage for all the postseason theatre. The guys discuss what to make of two mercurial clubs that may be on a collision course: the Red Sox and Blue Jays. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-po…

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BIB on the Go: Rich Hill Won't Retire, But He'll Talk About Clayton Kershaw's Retirement 14:55

3d ago14:55

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Bradfo catches up with BIB Hall Of Famer Rich Hill to discuss ways he could eventually announce his retirement, if he plans on retiring soon, and reflects on his time as a teammate of the soon-to-be-retired Clayton Kershaw To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about yo…

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BIB on the Go: How Craig Breslow Got A World Series Ring Without Throwing A Pitch 5:15

3d ago5:15

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Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow could very well secure a World Series ring without throwing a pitch, thanks to his role in building the roster as the team's top decision-maker. But few know the story of when Breslow earned a WS ring as a player despite not throwing a single pitch or appearing in a game. It's the story you probably didn…

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The Postseason Has Rich Hill Fired Up 44:48

3d ago44:48

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There is nothing better than listening to Rich Hill when he gets going on the good, bad and misunderstood world of baseball. That's why it's the perfect time for Bradfo to catch up with Rich. The guys rant about the ABS review system and misperceptions regarding what actually works in the postseason. There is also some very, very interesting retire…

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BIB on the Radio: The AL Cy Young Race Is Down To Skubal And...Crochet?!?! 13:43

4d ago13:43

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Bradfo is back on the radio, this time he joins 'Jones & Keefe' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the AL Cy Young Race, the Red Sox potential clinching their playoff spot, Lucas Giolito's upcoming bonus contract clause, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn mor…

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BIB on the Go: How To Thrive In The Postseason, By George Springer 7:26

4d ago7:26

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When it comes to figuring out just how different playing in the postseason is, there are few active players better equipped to offer advice on the matter than George Springer. Bradfo catches up with the Blue Jays outfielder to discuss exactly how different the dynamic is, with Springer having experienced 67 games in the playoffs. It's a good primer…

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Lessons For A Postseason Run, By Mike Cameron 37:47

4d ago37:47

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If you want to get words of wisdom when it comes to navigating your way through an MLB season, Mike Cameron is the guy to turn to. The veteran outfielder, who played 17 years in the big leagues and now helps advise the red-hot Seattle Mariners, joins Bradfo to reflect on lessons and learned and experiences that should be relished by anyone coming i…

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BIB on the Go: David Popkins On How The Blue Jays Became Elite At Not Swinging And Missing 6:40

5d ago6:40

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Bradfo catches up with Jays hitting coach David Popkins to get the inside story of how his team manages to do something that is ultra-important in the playoffs, not swing and miss along with whether or not he'll get a BIB tattoo if the Blue Jays win the World Series To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.auda…

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BIB on the Go: What Should We Make Of This Historic ABS Decision? Carlos Narvaez Explains 8:56

5d ago8:56

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Right smack dab in the middle of the final regular season week's chaos, Major League Baseball dropped the news that it would be using the ABS ball-and-strike system for 2026. What does this mean? Well, Bradfo talked to a catcher (Carlos Narvaez) and manager (John Schneider) to get the what's what when it comes to the historic move by MLB. To learn …

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What Does Playoff Baseball Really Feel Like? 26:58

5d ago26:58

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We are smack dab in the tournament to get into the tournament. But how is the feeling different now than when the actual postseason begins? Bradfo turned to Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman to give the what's what when it comes to all the feels when you actually play in October. The guys also break down the science of a good champagne celebration. Bra…

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Inside 'Predators': Justice, Controversy & The Legacy Of 'To Catch A Predator' | David Osit 47:50

5d ago47:50

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Chris Hansen has a seat with documentary producer and director David Osit on his new film “Predators”, which dives into the cultural phenomenon of Dateline’s To Catch a Predator. Hansen and Osit discuss the series’ impact, the headline grabbing controversies, and how Hansen’s investigations into crimes against children have evolved over the years. …

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BIB on the Go: Sean Newcomb on Bounce Back Season With The A's & ABS Challenge System 10:14

6d ago10:14

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Bradfo catches up with A's Reliever Sean Newcomb to discuss his bounce back season for the A's and thoughts on ABS Challenge System To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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BIB on the Go: Getting You Ready For The Pitching Matchup Of the Season - Gavin Williams Vs. Tarik Skubal 16:11

6d ago16:11

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It's not hyperbole to suggest that the matchup between Detroit's Tarik Skubal and Gavin Williams of Cleveland is the most noteworthy of the season. It's why Bradfo wanted to bring you a couple of conversations he had with each pitcher, helping you get ready for the showdown that all eyes in the baseball world will be watching. To learn more about l…

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The Eye Test: Covering The Worst Team In Baseball With Thomas Harding 41:26

7d ago41:26

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The Rockies have had a brutal season, so much so that multiple times we have crowned the face of their franchise to be none other than their beat reporter for MLB.com, Thomas Harding. Julian McWilliams sits down with Mr. Harding for the latest episode of The Eye Test. The guys talk about covering the god awful 2025 Rockies, his favorite stories fro…

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BIB on the Go: The Life Of A 2025 2nd-Round Pick, By Henry Godbout 13:05

7d ago13:05

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The first go-round of professional baseball can be dizzying for draft picks, which is why Bradfo wanted to catch up with a player who has lived that life for the last couple of months. The conversation is with Red Sox second-round pick Henry Godbout, an infielder out of Virginia who tore up Single-A in his first 14 games before heading into his fir…

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BIB on the Go: Kristian Campbell Reflects On His Unforgettable 2025 7:49

7d ago7:49

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He started his major league career with an eight-year, $80 million contract extension. Continued his first full month as one of the best hitters in baseball, popping six homers in April. But then came the downturn that ultimately landed Kristian Campbell in Triple-A for the rest of the year. Bradfo caught up with Campbell to reflect on his lessons …

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Thomas Soetaert 39:45

7d ago39:45

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Thomas Jerome Soetaert is a predator caught in a Marquette County, Michigan investigation of Takedown with Chris Hansen. He is notable for wanting to take the decoy into the middle of the woods to have sex with her. At the time of the sting, Thomas lived in Skandia, Michigan. He previously had a live-in girlfriend, but the relationship failed. He a…

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We're Identifying The Postseason Contenders And Pretenders 55:24

8d ago55:24

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Julian McWilliams of CBS Sports is back, this time to have a fiery conversation with Bradfo about which of the teams still in the postseason should be taken seriously and which ones are simply too flawed to be legit contenders. There is a lot of ranting about team-building (especially regarding the Mets), trade deadline regrets, and what skillset i…

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BIB Vault: It's Time To Appreciate Charlie Morton 36:12

8d ago36:12

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With Charlie Morton being designated for assignment by the Tigers, it is a great time to resurface the latest sitdown Bradfo had with the veteran pitcher. The conversation is a great example of why Morton is one of the best to ever do it when it comes to relaying his thoughts on the great game of baseball. To learn more about listener data and our …

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BIB Vault: Yankees Potential Savior Cam Schlittler 13:38

8d ago13:38

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With all the rookie pitchers coming up to help save their respective teams' seasons, one is right at the top of the list in terms of importance - Yankees starter Cam Schlittler. Bradfo caught up to the New York hurler to talk about his evolution, the art of selling Christmas trees, and how he is approach this big league life heading into crunch-tim…

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How These Young Pitchers Are Saving Teams' Seasons 22:47

8d ago22:47

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Just about two months ago, everyone was obsessing over which starting pitchers teams did or didn't get at the trade deadline. Now we know the focus should have been elsewhere. The Mets. The Red Sox. The Blue Jays. They have all turned to their rookies/young pitchers to help save their seasons, and, for the most part, the strategy has worked. So, ho…

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Baseball Fans Aren't Boring: The Heartbreaking/Heartwarming Story Behind 'Red Sox Jesus' 13:49

8d ago13:49

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Diehard fans stand out in all different ways. For Chad/'Red Sox Jesus', he does it not only because of his enthusiasm and appearance, but also because of the impetus for all of it. Chad joins Bradfo, along with the Play Tessie Guys (Gordo and Sammy), to explain the heartbreaking yet heartwarming story behind his notable fandom, which has followers …

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BIB on the Go: Get To Know Soon-To-Be Rookie Of The Year Nick Kurtz 9:08

9d ago9:08

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It's been a minute since Nick Kurtz joined us on the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast, with the first baseman first appearing on " target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">BIB with Bella Geskos when the current A's slugger was still at Wake Forest. A lot has happened since then, which is why it was a great time for Bradfo to catch up with Kurtz. On th…

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Prospects. Promotions. Triple-A Manager Chad Tracy's Crazy Season 23:16

9d ago23:16

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There are many who contribute significantly to a major league team's successful season. However, one who has lived a very unique existence for the past seven months is the Triple-A manager. Chad Tracy is living proof. The manager of the Red Sox's Triple-A team in Worcester joins Bradfo to reflect on maybe his most memorable season, one in which he …

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BIB on the Radio: Is It Time To Be Worried About The Red Sox?! 16:34

9d ago16:34

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Bradfo is back on the radio, this time he joins 'WEEI Afternoons' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Red Sox latest rough stretch, whether it's time to start worrying, the job security of the Sox brain trust, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about …

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BIB on the Go: The Art Of Catching A Baseball In The Broadcast Booth (And Loving Baseball), By Dallas Braden 12:27

10d ago12:27

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So, what is it like to catch a baseball when broadcasting a baseball game? Fortunately, we now have an idea thanks to A's broadcaster Dallas Braden. Dallas joins Bradfo to reflect on his most recent grab, snagging a Romy Gonzalez foul ball, while explaining the feeling that comes with such a moment. The co-host of the 'Baseball Is Dead' podcast als…

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It's Time To Truly Appreciate Clayton Kershaw 38:28

11d ago38:28

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Clayton Kershaw is retiring. It's an announcement the Dodgers pitcher made Thursday, holding a press conference to declare his intentions. The question is, does the baseball world understand what an iconic pitcher we're talking about? Alonso Sarinana of 'West Coast Bias' joined Bradfo to give the what's what when it comes to exactly how elite Kersh…

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Presser: Clayton Kershaw Announces His Retirement From MLB 15:32

10d ago15:32

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Dodgers Legendary Pitcher Clayton Kershaw addressed the Los Angeles media to discuss his decision to retire, why now was the right time, and more To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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BIB on the Go: What To Make Of The Playoff-Bound Cubs 12:20

11d ago12:20

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As part of a long conversation centering on newly retired Anthony Rizzo, Bradfo and Matt Spiegel (670 the Score) break down the merits of this current Cubs team. It's a timely topic considering Chicago just clinched a spot in the postseason. To listen to the entire podcast, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vis…

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BIB on the Radio: Could We See A Potential Joe Kelly First Pitch If Red Sox Face Yankees In The Wild Card Series?! 14:56

11d ago14:56

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Bradfo is back on the radio, this time he joins 'Jones & Keefe' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Red Sox latest stretch, his take on the Bregman, Giolito, Story contract options, Joe Kelly potentially throwing out a first pitch, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-po…

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The Once And Future Rookies Of The Year 30:42

12d ago30:42

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Bobby Crosby lived the life. Nick Kurtz is about to. No matter what happens in your big league career, once you are named Rookie of the Year, nobody can take that away. Bradfo catches up with both Crosby, the 2004 American League Rookie of the Year (and current A's first base coach), and Kurtz, the runaway favorite to win this season's award, to ta…

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BIB on the Go: Payton Tolle On His Transition To Relief Role 5:28

12d ago5:28

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Bradfo sits down with Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle to discuss his transition to the bullpen and his walk in music To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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BIB on the Go: Adam Ottavino Is Ranking The Rookie Starters 10:33

12d ago10:33

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Brandon Sproat. Nolan McLean. Connelly Early. Payton Tolle. Trey Yesavage. Adam Ottavino has taken a deep dive into each one of these rookie starting pitchers' stuff so far and has his take on which ones stand out from the rest. The host of 'Baseball and Coffee' joins Bradfo to break down the bunch, while also reflecting on one of his more memorabl…

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BIB on the Go: Pennant Race Lessons From Torey Lovullo 12:56

12d ago12:56

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With his team surprisingly right smack dab in the middle of the postseason hunt, Arizona manager Torey Lovullo sat down with Bradfo to offer some perspective on what it's like to live the life of a skipper who is guiding his team to a playoff spot, and then that life you live once in the October mix. To listen to the entire conversation, click here…

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Child Rescue Coalition | Have A Seat 52:49

12d ago52:49

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Chris Hansen has a seat with Carly Yoost and Greg Schiller of the Child Rescue Coalition, a nonprofit organization that rescues children from sexual abuse by building technology for law enforcement, free of charge, to identify, arrest and prosecute child predators. This episode will leave audiences shocked and stunned at the amount of child sexuall…

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Who Will Be The Postseason Breakout Stars? Adam Ottavino Weighs In 32:30

13d ago32:30

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The postseason is where legends and heroes are made, sometimes out of nowhere. It's a dynamic that happens every season. It's also why Bradfo tapped into the expertise of Adam Ottavino to identify some players who are seemingly lining themselves up to become household names come the first few weeks of October. It's some education, insight, and ente…

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Presser: David Stearns On Mets Late Season Collapse 17:16

13d ago17:16

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Mets POBO David Stearns addressed the New York media to discuss the Mets collapse, what he would've done differently, the things he can do to improve their playoff chances now, and more To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastc…

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BIB on the Go: How West Point Shaped Red Sox Phenom Connelly Early 9:35

13d ago9:35

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Connelly Early is one of the many rookies who are being called up by teams in the pennant race to help get them over the hump. The Red Sox pitcher turned in a gem in his first outing, receiving praise from all corners not only for his results, but the level of preparation he showed from the get-go. Bradfo caught up with Early to talk about how his …

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Power Ranking The Most Panicked MLB Fans 50:59

14d ago50:59

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With less than two weeks left in the regular season, it's a great time to power rank something that should be top of mind for the entire baseball world: Which fan bases are panicking more than all the rest? That's what Bradfo and Producer Evan are here for. Some teams have found themselves so close to the postseason (the Rangers), and some clubs ar…

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BIB Vault: The Newest Giants Slugger, Bryce Eldridge 16:17

14d ago16:17

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In this BIB Vault, Bella Geskos catches up with the newest call up for the Giants Bryce Eldridge to discuss his journey from Single-A to Triple-A last season as a 19-year old, look forward to upcoming play in the Arizona Fall League, his love of the Baltimore Ravens, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: …

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BIB on the Go: Lucas Giolito Talks Rookies, Being A Rookie And 'Go-Time' 11:44

14d ago11:44

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The always entertaining and insightful Lucas Giolito returns, this time to reflect on the dynamic presented by such rookies as Connelly Early, who has both Giolito and Bradfo fascinated by his West Point roots. How the dynamic for such players changed during Giolito's career. How Max Scherzer had to teach Giolito to digest a scouting report. And wh…