Boston Has Entered The Chat

Boston Has Entered The Chat

NESN’s daily show of record. It is a conversational debate show setting up the day in Boston Sports. The show incorporates social media and timely guests to inform and entertain fans of New England Sports teams.

Episodes

July 15, 2025 12 mins
Has Hugo Gonzalez earned himself a starting role on the Celtics this upcoming season? A number of new faces on the team are showing out at the summer league so far for Boston! George Balekji & Kasey Hudson weigh in on who may see significant playing time once the NBA season rolls in this year. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NES...
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Jeff Passan reported yesterday on the Pat McAfee Show that the Red Sox should be buying at the trade deadline. The question has now become, who would the Red Sox be targeting? George Balekji & Kasey Hudson discuss who they'd want to see the red sox target before the MLB trade deadline. They also dive into whether or not the Bruins should rush 1st round pick James Hagens, and Ountae Campbell from Hold My Banner joins to talk how Cel...
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Head Coach Khano Smith of the Rhode Island FC joins Travis Thomas and George Balekji to discuss his coaching skills, what Rhode Island sports fans are like, and which players to keep an eye on! Got a Question or Comment for the show? Tweet at us using #NESNChat or email us at thechat@nesn.com   GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/   Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter...
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The Red Sox 10-game win streak is the best they've seen since 2018 riding into the All-Star break. With nine more games until the MLB trade deadline, can the Red Sox keep on winning and look to add to the roster? Travis Thomas & George Balekji react to the Red Sox big finish to the first half of the season. The guys also talk to Rhode Island FC Head Coach Khano Smith, as well as take a look at Patriots training camp, as rookies rep...
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Reports are surfacing that a Celtics & Marcus Smart reunion is entirely on the table. Celtics fans appear to be split, as Marcus Smart is beloved by some fans, while others are fine with him being gone. George Balekji & Travis Thomas talk all the possibilities for Marcus Smart and where he could land, including with the Celtics. We also hear from fans through the voice line and comments, and they take a look at the Red Sox line-up ...
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The Red Sox are riding back to back series sweeps of the Nationals and Rockies. The winning is great, but can the Red Sox sustain it as they get set to face better competition in the Rays and after the All-Star break? Travis Thomas & George Balekji talk the Red Sox recent string of success and what needs to keep happening. We also hear from Red Sox fans reacting to their conversation about Rafael Devers from yesterday, the guys tal...
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After his departure from the Boston Red Sox, Rafael Devers reportedly blew off San Francisco Giants 1B Legend Will Clark. George Balekji and Travis Thomas discuss their thoughts regarding Devers playing for the Giants and if they are even surprised at this point by his behavior on the new field. Got a Question or Comment for the show? Tweet at us using #NESNChat or email us at thechat@nesn.com GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/dow...
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Celtics GM Brad Stevens spoke to the media and made one thing clear, the Celtics are not simply tanking next season. George Balekji & Travis Thomas break down what Celtics GM Brad Stevens had to say in his press conference. They also dive into former Red Sox Rafael Devers continuing to disrespect legends, this time of his new team, as well as Lionel Messi's game in Gillette Stadium tonight against the New England Revolution. GET...
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With the Celtics expected to not be true contenders next season, should Joe Mazzulla's job be at risk at all? Travis Thomas & George Balekji break down what the Celtics season would have to look like in order for Joe Mazzulla to be fired. They also let the fans drive the show with their voicemails, discuss if the Patriots WR room is really the worst in the NFL, and more! GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subsc...
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Celtics & Damian Lillard reports continue to surface regarding mutual interestes between both sides. Could the Celtics really land Damian Lillard despite Lillard expected to miss most, if not all, of next season? Travis Thomas & George Balekji break down the reality around the Celtics interest in Damian Lillard and what the team could look like with him. They also take a look at the surging Red Sox as they've now won five of their ...
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The Red Sox are in "must-win" mode coming into the MLB All-Star break. The team has remained around.500 for the entire season, but the Red Sox are entering a stretch of winnable games that they can't afford to lose. George Balekji and Travis Thomas give their thoughts on the Red Sox upcoming schedule, as well as react to the latest news regarding Damien Lillard and the Boston Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
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The Boston Bruins brought in a total of 10 players between signings and trades day one of NHL Free Agency. Have the Bruins done enough to field a competitive team next season? Travis Thomas & George Balekji take a look at the Bruins moves and share their thoughts. We also hear from Bruins draft picks James Hagens & William Moore as they continue to work through their very first Bruins Development Camp, the guys talk Celtics outlook...
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In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins' acquisitions on the opening day of Free Agency. They discuss the Bruins' growing stockpile of assets, the Jeannot deal, the trade for Arvidsson, Kuraly's return to Boston, adding, competing for spots in the lineup & plenty more ! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit Graciano Construction at gracianocons...
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The Boston Bruins are gearing up for NHL Free Agency and have about $13 million in Cap Space available to spend. Who could the Bruins be targeting, and who is best suited for Marco Sturm's Bruins? George Balekji & Kasey Hudson break down all the possibilities for the Boston Bruins this upcoming free agency period. They also dive into the real possibility of a very dry Free Agency for the Boston Celtics, as they have next to no mone...
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The Boston Bruins had a busy weekend as not only did they draft Boston College Center James Hagens, but they also signed Morgan Geekie to a 6-year contract extension. Travis Thomas, Kasey Hudson, & Adam Pellerin break down all the Bruins news from this past weekend! Travis & Adam also talk Celtics draft pick Hugo Gonzalez and what we know about him, the current state of the Boston Red Sox, and more! GET NESN 360: https://nesn.co...
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The Celtics drafted Amari Williams & Max Shulga after trading back with the Orlando Magic. Alongside Hugo Gonzalez, the future of the Celtics is upon us. Kasey Hudson & Annabelle Hasselbeck are joined by Ountae Campbell to talk the Celtics draft haul. They also talk Bruins draft, and who to keep an eye on at the 7th pick, are joined by Ben Weiner, founder of Jeanius Jackets, and more. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-ne...
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The Celtics drafted Hugo Gonzalez with the 28th pick in the NBA Draft and Celtics fans had a bit of a mixed reaction to the news. George Balekji & Kasey Hudson breakdown the Celtics 1st round draft pick. They also take a look at tomorrow's NHL draft and what the Bruins could be doing, and more! GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NE...
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June 26, 2025 12 mins
The 2025 NHL Draft begins tomorrow and the Boston Bruins currently possess the 7th overall pick. What prospect is headed to Boston? Will the Bruins trade the pick away? George Balekji & Kasey Hudson weigh in with their thoughts on the draft and how they believe the pick will pan out! GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook...
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The Celtics roster flip continues as Brad Stevens traded Kristaps Porzingis not even 24 hours after moving Jrue Holiday. Could Jaylen Brown be next? What could the Celtics be doing in the draft? George Balekji & Lucy Burdge breakdown the Kristaps Porzingis trade, they talk with Celtics beat writer Jay King about what could be next for the Celtics, and much more! GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on ...
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Goldberg vs Gunther is set for Saturday Night's Main Event with the World Heavyweight Championship on the line. After Monday Night RAW, it feels like there's a chance Goldberg could actually upset Gunther and win the title. Athan Hristodulu & Matt Colpitts react to the June 23rd edition of Monday Night RAW as we get set for Night of Champions this weekend. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on You...
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