Off The Pike with Brian Barrett
Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, 'Off the Pike' features instant reactions to the biggest games and stories in town, plus unique conversations with local and Ringer personalities.
Episodes
July 17, 2025 • 82 mins
Brian chats with The Sports Hub’s Joe Murray about the MLB All-Star Game, Robert Kraft vs. Bill Belichick, how the Pats offense and defense will fare this upcoming season, who the team's most impactful rookie will be, and more (0:15). Brian then takes a listener call before he and Jamie offer some final thoughts on the MLB All-Star Game (1:04:25).
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July 15, 2025 • 79 mins
Brian chats with CNN’s John Berman about the Red Sox’s first half of the season, and they give out their picks for the team’s MVP, their most fun player, and predict some second-half surprises (0:35). Then, they discuss whether the Sox will make a splash at the trade deadline and if the Sox can make a serious postseason run (37:20). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the MLB Home Run Derby and NBA Summer league (56:00).
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July 13, 2025 • 88 mins
Brian chats with Sox Prospects’ Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s 10-game win streak heading into the All-Star break, Brayan Bello’s recent great starts, Roman Anthony’s mature at-bats, and pitchers the Sox could target before the trade deadline (0:35). Then, Brian looks at the Red Sox’s first two draft picks, pitchers Kyson Witherspoon and Marcus Phillips (57:15). Brian ends with a few listener calls before he and Jamie wrap up with...
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July 10, 2025 • 76 mins
Brian unveils his top ten most intriguing figures in the Boston sports scene that includes players, coaches, and executives (0:45). Next, he and Jamie take a listener email and they discuss the list, including some honorable mentions (58:30).
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July 8, 2025 • 100 mins
Brian discusses the Sox’s impressive play against the Rockies, including an explosive offense and a masterful pitching performance from Brayan Bello (0:35). Then, he chats with CLNS Media’s Adam Kaufman about the upcoming Patriots season, and they give out some bold predictions (27:30). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the Celtics’ offseason (1:24:20).
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July 6, 2025 • 60 mins
Brian discusses the possibility of Damian Lillard coming to Boston, and how that would impact the Celtics (0:35). Then, he chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox’s sweep of the Nationals, Trevor Story’s hot bat, Aroldis Chapman’s dominance, some areas of need that could be addressed at the trade deadline, and more (12:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the Red Sox’s All-Star selections and the MLB A...
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July 3, 2025 • 88 mins
Brian recaps the Red Sox’s series against the Reds, which featured some promising developments in their two wins before a sloppy loss to wrap up the series on Wednesday (0:35). Then, Brian talks to the voice of the Celtics, Sean Grande, about the team’s big offseason, what additional moves the team could make, Al Horford’s decision and his place in Celtics history, as well as some thoughts on this year’s Red Sox team (13:30). Brian...
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July 1, 2025 • 82 mins
Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the start of NBA free agency, Luke Kornet leaving Boston to sign with San Antonio, the Celtics’ recent draft picks, how competitive the C’s will be in the East next year, and more (0:35). Then, Brian discusses the Bruins’ free agent pickups so far this year, their draft picks, and a look back at the Brad Marchand trade to Florida (43:30). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on ...
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June 29, 2025 • 55 mins
Brian shares his Sunday Thoughts, including the Celtics’ big trades thus far, whether Jaylen Brown could be next, and which Celtics free agents could be back with the team (0:35). He also touches on the Bruins’ draft and the reasons behind the Red Sox’s slump (21:50). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and hit on some Tom Brady news and some summer nuptials (39:40).
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Brian discusses the Celtics’ recent trades and how it will affect their strategy going into next season, before highlighting the team's first-round draft pick, Hugo Gonzalez (0:35). Then, he chats with Ian Cundall from Sox Prospects about a woeful West Coast trip for the Sox, who have now lost five games in a row, and what that means with the trade deadline approaching (13:30). Brian and Jamie then answer a listener call before som...
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June 24, 2025 • 87 mins
Brian reacts to the Kristaps Porzingis trade before chatting with Mass Live’s Brian Robb about the Celtics trading Jrue Holiday to Portland for Anfernee Simons and some draft picks (0:35). Then, they discuss who else could be on the move on the Celtics, Jayson Tatum’s recovery, the intricacies of the NBA’s luxury tax penalties, and more. Then, Brian tries to understand the raft of injuries that have plagued the NBA playoffs in rece...
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June 22, 2025 • 82 mins
Brian chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about the Red Sox-Giants series, how the Sox’s defense probably cost them the series, how Boston's clubhouse has responded to the Rafael Devers trade, how the trade has been covered by the media, and more (0:35). Brian and Jamie end by touching on the Kevin Durant-to-Houston news, and some final thoughts on a frustrating Sox series (1:10:15).
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June 19, 2025 • 94 mins
Brian discusses the Red Sox’s series win in Seattle this week, players’ reaction to the Rafael Devers trade, Garrett Crochet’s dominant outing on Wednesday, Walker Buehler’s struggles, and more (0:35). Then, he chats with Jake Asman, the host of The Jake Asman Show, about the AFC East, which team has the best coach and best quarterback, which teams’ stock is rising, which is falling, and who will win the division (28:30). Brian and...
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June 17, 2025 • 95 mins
Brian starts by discussing Rafael Devers’s introductory press conference in San Francisco, where he said he was willing to play wherever the Giants need him to play (0:45). Then, he chats with MassLive’s Chris Cotillo about the trade, who deserves the most blame for the way things devolved, Craig Breslow’s tenure, Fenway Sports Group’s plan for the Red Sox, and more (17:15). Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie wrap ...
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June 15, 2025 • 27 mins
Brian reacts to the shocking trade that sends Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants.
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June 15, 2025 • 45 mins
Brian recaps the Red Sox's sweep of the Yankees at Fenway this weekend, including some stellar pitching from the starting rotation (0:35). Then, he discusses some recent NBA trades, what that says about the trade market, and what it could mean for the Celtics’ offseason plans (23:15). He then talks about Brad Marchand’s incredible play in the Stanley Cup Finals (30:55). Finally, Brian and Jamie chat about a solid stretch of basebal...
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June 12, 2025 • 95 mins
Brian starts with the news that Jaylen Brown underwent knee surgery earlier this week and what that means for the team’s offseason plans (0:45). Then, he chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s series win over the Rays this week, Roman Anthony’s arrival in the big leagues, Marcelo Mayer’s big game on Wednesday night, the upcoming Yankees–Red Sox series, and more (23:15). Brian ends with a listener call before he a...
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June 10, 2025 • 80 mins
Brian discusses the Red Sox’s series with the Rays, including Roman Anthony’s MLB debut, a brutal extra innings loss on Monday, and a solid win on Tuesday (0:35). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Chris Mason about Patriots minicamp, the Josh McDaniels Offense, Marco Sturm’s introductory press conference, and more (26:00). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the Sox and the NBA & NHL finals (1:03:00).
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June 8, 2025 • 83 mins
Brian recaps the Red Sox’s series in New York, where the offense came alive and Boston took two out of three from the Yankees. Then, Brian chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the Celtics' offseason, and some potential trades the team could entertain to ease their payroll problems (20:30). Brian ends with some listener calls before he and Jamie offer some last thoughts on the Red Sox and top prospect Roman Anthony (1:01:20)....
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June 5, 2025 • 95 mins
Brian discusses the Bruins’ new head coach, Marco Sturm, and his résumé before getting to his list of the top five most disappointing Boston teams of the 2000s (0:35). Then, he chats with CBS Sports’ Julian McWilliams about the Red Sox’s baffling season, their woeful starting pitching, Kristian Campbell’s struggles, and whether they have a shot at winning in the Bronx this weekend (31:15). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call a...
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