The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox Podcast
MassLive.com beat reporter Chris Cotillo and MassLive.com supervising reporter/columnist Sean McAdam will be joined by guests from around Major League Baseball to break down the latest news, notes, rumors and opinions surrounding the Boston Red Sox.
Episodes
February 5, 2026 • 34 mins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the Red Sox signing Isiah Kiner-Falefa to a one-year, $6 million deal and discuss what it means for the rest of the infield. The writers dive into how Kiner-Falefa fits the team, and which moves could be coming next, then talk about the disaster that has unfolded when it comes to World Baseball Classic eligibility.
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Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap an eventful Sunday for the Red Sox, who shipped pitchers Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the White Sox in a salary dump trade and watched potential target Eugenio Suárez sign with Cincinnati. The writers discuss the deal and where the Sox go next, plus give their instant reactions to the news the Cardinals traded Brendan Donovan to Seattle.
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January 28, 2026 • 33 mins
With less than two weeks before the start of spring training, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam take a crack at projecting the Red Sox' Opening Day roster. Cotillo and McAdam discuss Eugenio Suárez as a potential fit for the Sox while also discussing the other moves Craig Breslow could make to finish the offseason.
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Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with an action-packed Friday podcast. The writers discuss where Craig Breslow will turn for infield help with the Red Sox in need of help before Opening Day, plus give their thoughts on Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers, Bo Bichette to the Mets and other big moves around baseball in the last 10 days.
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January 19, 2026 • 41 mins
On this episode, MassLive's two Baseball Hall of Fame voters, Sean McAdam and Chris Smith, reveal their 2026 ballots before the results are announced in Cooperstown on Tuesday. McAdam and Smith discuss who got their votes, who didn't and where Dustin Pedroia stands as he continues his journey on the ballot.
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January 14, 2026 • 22 mins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam have instant reaction to the Red Sox pivoting after losing out on Alex Bregman and landing free agent starter Ranger Suárez on a five-year, $130 million deal. The writers break down the move and what's next for the Red Sox, who still need to add a bat.
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January 11, 2026 • 34 mins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam analyze the breaking news that Alex Bregman is heading to the Cubs on a five-year, $175 million deal after just one season in Boston. The writers react to the Sox losing another free agent battle, discuss where the club will go next and analyze the big-picture implications of Bregman leaving.
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January 9, 2026 • 43 mins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss Cotillo's recent story in which he made 26 predictions for the 2026 season. The writers debate everything from a Brayan Bello trade to Masataka Yoshida's future and weigh in on what they think will happen in the upcoming year. Plus, a quick preview of Saturday's Fenway Fest event.
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Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by NESN and WEEI's Lou Merloni, who returns to the show to give his latest on the Red Sox offseason to this point. Merloni discusses why he thinks the Red Sox are better than they were in 2025 and gives a bold prediction on Alex Bregman's free agency.
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January 2, 2026 • 30 mins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with their first podcast of 2026. The writers reset the Red Sox' offseason after New Year's Day, debating whether Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman is the best fit for the roster.
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December 22, 2025 • 35 mins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the news that the Red Sox are acquiring Willson Contreras from the Cardinals for three pitchers, including Hunter Dobbins. The writers talk about how Contreras fits in Boston, the return to St. Louis, where the Red Sox go next and more.
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Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the latest hot stove news throughout baseball — and the Red Sox' continued inaction. The writers talk about Michael King landing back with the Padres, the latest on Alex Bregman and much more.
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Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the latest rumors involving Alex Bregman, who is reportedly talking to the Diamondbacks about leaving Boston for Arizona. The writers also get into the Red Sox' reported interest in Michael King and analyze the unusual Monday trade that sent a pitching prospect to the Nationals for ... another pitching prospect.
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December 12, 2025 • 30 mins
MassLive's Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are home from Orlando and analyzing where the Red Sox go next after failing to land either Pete Alonso or Kyle Schwarber. The writers discuss the ongoing pursuit of Arizona's Ketel Marte, plus what the events of last week mean for Alex Bregman and much more.
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Co-hosts Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo recap the big Winter Meetings signings including Kyle Schwarber to the Phillies and Pete Alonso to the Orioles, and what it means for the Red Sox, who missed out on two big bats so far this offseason.
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December 8, 2025 • 15 mins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are in Orlando and highlight the first day of the Winter Meetings.
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Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the acquisition of Johan Oviedo from Pirates in 5-player deal with the Winter Meetings set to begin on Monday.
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Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down what to expect from the Red Sox as they head into the Winter Meetings. Will they be aggressive in reshaping the roster?
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November 26, 2025 • 30 mins
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the pre-Thanksgiving news that the Red Sox have acquired Sonny Gray (and cash) from St. Louis for pitchers Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke. The writers break down the move, what it means for the rest of Boston's offseason, Gray's value, the return, Craig Breslow's payroll and much more.
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Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by new Red Sox infielder Tristan Gray, who was acquired in a trade with the Rays on Tuesday. Gray discusses his new opportunity in Boston, what he's learned from bouncing around to different organizations, his expectations for his role and much more.
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