The Baseball Hour with Tony Mazz: Recent Episodes
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- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy to wrap up the Boston Red Sox 2024 season.
- (14:04) The callers give their thoughts on the Red Sox season and upcoming offseason.
- (25:43) What did the Red Sox brass have to say about goals and expectations for next season?
- (0:00) Mazz, McCarthy & Milliken discuss the Red Sox 2024 performance per position compared to the rest of the league.
- (14:07) Callers weigh in on the state of the Red Sox entering the season finale.
- (25:50) Alex Cora’s 2024 managing flaws are just like his problems of seasons past.
- (42:09) Wrapping up the final Baseball Hour Roundtable of 2024.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour asking the question...what is the final verdict on the Red Sox 2024 season?
- (15:27) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox 2024 season.
- (24:22) What did Craig Breslow have to say about the Red Sox pitching staff going forward?
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins the Baseball Hour to talk about the latest with the Red Sox.
- (12:36) What to make about Cora’s “gratifying” comment after last night’s win.
- (24:48) Looking forward to the Red Sox offseason amid dwindling playoff chances.
- (37:02) Did personnel decisions do the Red Sox in?
- (0:00) Mazz discusses the best development to come out of this Red Sox Season.
- (13:55) Tanner Houck’s season in review + callers.
- (25:03) How do you feel about the performance of the Sox starting pitchers this season?
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing Triston Casas’s big weekend at Fenway and his future with the Red Sox!
- (16:15) Thoughts on Alex Cora’s ejection over the weekend.
- (25:05) Some more thoughts on Triston Casas and looking at his trade value.
- (36:27) Final thoughts from Mazz on the Alex Cora ejection.
- (0:00) Mazz, McCarthy & Milliken discuss the Red Sox roster options going into the offseason.
- (14:27) Callers weigh in on Shohei Ohtani and the Red Sox biggest areas of need.
- (26:13) What do you make of the Red Sox pitching staff and coaches moving forward?
- (38:24) Shohei Ohtani is the greatest baseball player of all time.
- (0:00) Mazz & Carrabis discuss what point the Red Sox are at in their rebuild.
- (13:29) Does it matter whether the Red Sox finish in 3rd, 4th or last in the AL East?
- (26:14) Callers weigh in on the state of the Red Sox and their offseason to-do list.
- (37:56) Is Alex Cora annoyed with Triston Casas?
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour with thoughts on Triston Casas’ future with the Red Sox.
- (13:15) Cora’s comments on Casas’s recent performance and approach.
- (24:44) Which Red Sox player should be dealt this offseason for a premiere pitcher?
- (37:19) Triston Casas has shown a lack of game sense in the majors.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox losing 3 of 4 to the Yankees over the weekend and the Gerritt Cole intentional walk of Rafal Devers.
- (12:01) Did Cole intentionally throw at Rafael Devers on Saturday?
- (25:46) The callers weigh in on all things Red Sox.
- (38:28) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Mazz, McCarthy, & Milliken open the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox and Alex Bregman.
- (12:59) Thoughts on Triston Casas and his future with the Red Sox.
- (26:33) Should Trevor Story be used as a platoon bat in the Sox lineup?
- (37:55) Twins minor league catcher released after tipping pitches to opposing hitters.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox walk off win over the Orioles and Tyler O’Neill.
- (13:04) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (25:10) Thoughts on what Chipper Jones had to say about the younger generation in baseball.
- (37:23) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins the show and the guys open the show discussing the latest with the Red Sox.
- (13:39) What prospects would you trade?
- (23:57) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (33:47) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox win over the Orioles last night.
- (9:08) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (18:00) Ian Browne of MLB.com joins Mazz to discuss the latest with the Red Sox including the decision to not pitch Kenley Jansen on Sunday.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing Alex Cora’s decision to pitch Zack Kelly over Kenley Jansen in Sunday’s loss to the White Sox.
- (12:53) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (23:00) More thoughts from Mazz on Kenley Jansen not being used in Sunday’s loss.
- (36:49) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz, Matt McCarthy, and Tyler Milliken open the Baseball Hour with some thoughts on the Red Sox recent struggles.
- (11:34) Can the Red Sox find a legit pitcher in a trade this offseason.
- (23:14) Some thoughts on the recent poor defensive play this season. Plus, more discussion on the Red Sox pitching.
- (36:29) Final thoughts on the Red Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox getting swept by the New York Mets and the team falling to .500 on the season.
- (11:49) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox struggles.
- (21:54) Some thoughts on what Jared Carrabis had to say last night about the Red Sox spending.
- (35:10) Final thoughts from Mazz on the Red Sox and looking ahead to the weekend set with the White Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Under Fantasy and they open the show discussing the recent slide by the Red Sox.
- (14:49) Some thoughts on the play of Tyler O’Neill in the outfield.
- (30:13) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox struggles in the field.
- (12:48) Mazz gives his thoughts on the Red Sox pulling Cooper Criswell from a perfect start over the weekend.
- (27:29) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox. Plus, some thoughts on the Red Sox pitching staff against left handed hitters.
- (37:59) Final thoughts from Mazz.
- (0:00) McCarthy and Milliken start the show with thoughts about the final month for the Red Sox
- (13:32) The guys react to Alex Cora’s comments on Yoshida
- (27:12) The guys discuss Brayan Bello’s role with the team
- (38:44) McCarthy and Milliken have a catch
- (0:00) Mazz and McCarthy start the show with thoughts after the Red Sox win over the Blue Jays
- (12:35) The guys react to Brayan Bello’s shutout performance against Blue Jays yesterday
- (24:22) The guys react to Chris Sale’s win against the Minnesota Twins
- (37:09) Mazz preview the Red Sox upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers
- (0:00) Mazz and Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy discuss the path for the Red Sox to make the playoffs
- (15:28) Callers ask questions to Jared Carrabis and weigh in about the Red Sox
- (25:26) The guys determine if Jarren Duran is a part of the Red Sox future going forward
- (0:00) Mazz and Matt McCarthy react to the Red Sox doubleheader loss yesterday to the Blue Jays
- (13:29) Mazz and McCarthy determine why the Red Sox are suddenly collapsing
- (22:31) The guys wrap up the show looking over the Red Sox lineup and their recent performances over the past week
- (0:00) Mazz starts the baseball hour reacting to the Red Sox getting swept by the Diamondbacks
- (13:13) Callers determine whether the Red Sox are still in contention for the wild card
- (25:51) Mazz talks about the pitching performance during the Diamondbacks situation while answering more calls
- (40:07) Mazz wraps up the show with thoughts about Marcelo Mayer’s injury
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken open The Baseball Hour discussing how they feel about the current state of the Red Sox.
- (12:51) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (25:44) Matt and Tyler give their thoughts on Marcelo Mayer being injured again.
- (36:42) Tyler Milliken talks about his Old Time Baseball experience on Thursday Night.
- (0:00) Mazz and McCarthy start the show optimistic about the Red Sox going into September
- (14:14) The guys compare the Red Sox to other playoff contenders
- (24:47) Callers weigh in on Red Sox and Trevor Story plus thoughts about Marcelo Mayer and other prospects
- (0:00) Mazz and Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy react to the Red Sox series win against the Astros
- (10:59) The guys discuss the outlook of the Red Sox going into September
- (26:46) Mazz asks Carrabis his thoughts about Triston Casas’ return to Red Sox
- (35:53) Final thoughts about the Red Sox win against the Astros
- (0:00) Mazz and McCarthy start the baseball hour reacting to the Red Sox walk off loss to the Houston Astros
- (13:41) Mazz and McCarthy share thoughts on Lucas Sims and Luis Garcia
- (26:14) Callers weigh in on Red Sox
- (38:20) Mazz and McCarthy wrap up the show discussing Marcelo Mayer’s hip injury
- (0:00) Mazz starts the baseball hour reacting to the Red Sox splitting their 4-game series against the Baltimore Orioles
- (11:35) Mazz gives thoughts on Cora being frustrated with pitching staff plus caller reactions
- (23:04) Mazz gives comments about Triston Casas’ health after his first series back from injury
- (35:47) Jimmy Stewart wraps up the show giving a prospect report on players on the Worcester Red Sox
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins Tony Mazz to revisit Mazz’s reaction to the Astros’ sweep of the Red Sox.
- (12:14) Tony and Jared discuss the rise of Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer, and Kyle Teel to Worcester.
- (24:28) The guys comment on Jarren Duran’s return from suspension. Also, Breaking News: Patriots trade Matthew Judon for 3rd Round Pick.
- (37:25) When will Tristan Casas come back?
- (0:00) Mazz starts the baseball hour reacting to the Red Sox walk off win against the Texas Rangers
- (10:20) Callers weigh in on the state of the Red Sox after last night’s win
- (21:15) Callers take part in Trivia Tuesday
- (33:55) Final thoughts and calls on Red Sox
- (0:00) Tony Mazz opens The Baseball Hour up with his breakdown and reaction to Jarren Duran’s homophobic comments during Sunday’s game.
- (14:23) Mazz highlights the high volume of homeruns that Sox pitchers have let up.
- (24:58) Breaking down the talent gap between the Sox and Astros.
- (36:52) Hitting on Yordan Alvarez’ dominance against the Sox.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken open The Baseball Hour discussing the last week for the Boston Red Sox.
- (12:58) Could Trevor Story make a return in 2024?
- (27:36) Some thoughts on the recent resurgence of Masataka Yoshida. Plus, the latest on Triston Casas.
- (38:28) Final thoughts ahead of the Red Sox and Astros three game set!
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins Tony Mazz to hit on the Sox’ exciting wins the past couple of nights against the Royals.
- (13:27) The guys comment on the excitement that this Sox team brings to fans.
- (25:48) Commenting on Yoshida’s hot stretch and Bello’s continued struggles.
- (37:43) More sox thoughts from Jared and Tony!
- (0:00) Mazz begins the Baseball Hour reacting to Boston’s win against the Kansas City Royals and Alex Cora’s post game speech after getting his 500th career win
- (13:44) More thoughts and calls about yesterday’s win against Royals
- (23:56) Callers take part in Trivia Tuesday
- (35:58) Mazz reacts to Romy Gonzalez’s pinch hit home run in game against Royals
- (0:00) Tony Mazz returns to The Baseball Hour after a week off to give his evaluation of the trade deadline moves from last week.
- (13:27) Breaking down Quinn Priester’s first Sox start in the minors.
- (24:46) Mazz debates whether Craig Breslow truly picked a lane.
- (38:11) Hitting on Wilyer Abreu’s 2 homers from last night.
- (0:00) McCarthy and Milliken kick off The Baseball Roundtable by evaluaitng who the Sox gave up at the trade deadline.
- (12:49) Could any of the Big Three - Marcelo Mayer, Roman Anthony, and Kyle Teel - be called up in September?
- (24:41) The guys comment on Tristan Casas’ rehab assignment.
- (38:02) Previewing the Sox vs. Rangers series in Arlington.
- (0:00) McCarthy starts the baseball hour giving initial thoughts about the trade deadline and the Red Sox walk off win against the Seattle Mariners
- (11:50) McCarthy reacts to Craig Breslow’s comments post trade deadline
- (26:15) McCarthy gives his take on MLB’s playoff format
- (36:50) McCarthy gives preview of Red Sox series against Rangers
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins Matt McCarthy for The Baseball Hour to hit the Sox’ trade deadline moves.
- (13:35) Carrabis and McCarthy emphasize the importance of today’s Red Sox game.
- (24:18) The callers weigh in with their Red Sox take.
- (36:55) The guys comment on Garrett Crochet’s comments about not pitching in October.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy reacts to the Red Sox trade deadline acquisitions
- (13:14) Callers provide takes on the deals made by the Red Sox during the trade deadline
- (25:50) Callers take part in a trade deadline addition of Trivia Tuesday and McCarthy discusses what the Red Sox traded for Reliever Luis Garica
- (37:40) Final calls about the trade deadline
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy opens up The Baseball Hour by questioning the Sox front office’s intentions as the trade deadline is less than 24 hours away.
- (14:17) Will Sam Kennedy let the Sox spend money?
- (26:20) McCarthy evaluates the Nick Yorke for Quinn Priester trade with the Pirates.
- (42:27) Danny Jansen could play for both teams in one game.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken open The Baseball Hour Roundtable by breaking down why Alex Cora signed an extension with the Sox.
- (13:19) McCarthy and Milliken comment on Breslow’s move to acquire James Paxton.
- (24:16) The guys react to Craig Breslow and Sam Kennedy’s comments.
- (35:09) Touching upon the Sox vs. Yankees series.
- (0:00) Mazz starts the baseball hour giving thoughts about Alex Cora’s extension with the Red Sox
- (16:00) Mazz reacts to comments from Sam Kennedy about the relationship between Alex Cora and Craig Beslow
- (27:31) Mazz reacts to Dylan Cease’s no-hitter against the San Diego Padres
- (34:00) Mazz reads another comment from Craig Breslow
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins Tony Mazz to discuss Alex Cora’s surprising contract extension with the Red Sox.
- (12:14) Mazz and Carrabis discuss Breslow’s comments about buying at the deadline.
- (25:52) The guys react to Cora’s postgame comments.
- (35:58) Mazz touches upon the Sox vs. Rockies scuffle in today’s game.
- (0:00) Mazz starts the baseball hour giving his take that the Red Sox won’t buy after their walk-off loss to the Colorado Rockies
- (13:14) Chris Cotillo of Masslive joins the show to discuss the Red Sox bullpen with Kenley Jansen, Chris Martin, and Justin Slaten unavailable
- (26:26) Callers take part in Mazz’s Trivia Tuesday
- (37:39) Mazz gives his final thoughts about the Red Sox pitching going into the trade deadline
- (0:00) Tony Mazz returns to The Baseball Hour as he gives his thoughts on the Red Sox’ disastrous series against the Dodgers over the weekend.
- (15:39) Do you still believe that Craig Breslow will add at the deadline?
- (25:12) The callers weigh in on potential deadline acquisitions for the Sox.
- () Mazz responds to his negative words towards Duran prior to his All-Star Game MVP.
- (0:00) McCarthy, Milliken and Maggiore open up The Baseball Round Table with confidence as they preview the second half of the season.
- (14:01) Milliken lists off some intriguing players that the Red Sox could target.
- (26:56) The guys rehash on the Mookie Betts trade as the Sox visit the Dodgers.
- (38:16) Breaking News: Trevor Story cracked the door open for a return.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Jared Carrabis open the baseball hour discussing the all star game and Craig Breslow ahead of the trade deadline
- (9:57) McCarthy and Carrabis explain how the Red Sox don’t need to acquire a big asset during this season’s trade deadline
- (22:34) McCarthy and Carrabis react to comments from Craig Breslow about the trade deadline
- (32:06) The guys end the show discussing Roman Anthony and why they are still watching the Red Sox
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy starts The Baseball Hour by hitting on both Jarren Duran and Tanner Houck in the All-Star Game.
- (16:55) McCarthy asks whether the Sox should trade one of their “Big 3” prospects.
- (25:38) The callers weigh in with their Red Sox takes.
- (37:20) More Red Sox prospect talk.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy starts the baseball hour reminding listeners about Home Run Derby Champion Teoscar Hernandez wanting to sign with the Red Sox in the offseason
- (16:42) McCarthy debates and answers calls on whether the Red Sox should trade any of their top prospects
- (27:01) Callers take part in an all star edition of Trivia Tuesday
- (36:33) McCarthy previews tonight’s 2024 MLB All Star Game
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy kicks off The Baseball Hour with his excitement over Breslow’s comments about adding to the roster.
- (14:01) Breaking Down Alex Cora’s current contract situation.
- (26:35) Discussing how Craig Breslow has differed from Chaim Bloom.
- (36:22) McCarthy and J-Stew reminisce on Pedro’s 1999 All-Star Game Start at Fenway.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy opens up The Baseball Hour by previewing the Red Sox’ pivotal matchup against the Royals.
- (13:53) McCarthy gives his thoughts on the rise of Rafaela in relation to Red Sox prospects.
- (28:20) Reacting to Sam Kennedy’s recent interview with Tom Caron.
- () Closing with more thoughts on Sox trade deadline acquisitions.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the baseball hour reacting to Sam Kennedy’s comments about what the Red Sox are going to do during the trade deadline
- (13:34) Callers weigh in about the Sam Kennedy comments and moves Craig Breslow made during the offseason
- (26:09) Mazz reacts to Paul Skenes getting pulled while throwing a no-hitter
- (41:59) Mazz previews tonight’s rubber match against the Athletics
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis and Tony Mazz open up The Baseball Hour with their expectations for the Red Sox at the deadline.
- (15:11) The guys break down Craig Breslow’s current situation in relation to John Henry.
- (27:02) Reacting to Sam Kennedy’s comments on the current state of the Sox.
- (39:10) Comparing Kennedy’s comments with Breslow’s the previous day.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour giving his outlook for the Red Sox heading into new week’s all star break and his thoughts on the trade deadline
- (11:16) More thoughts on the outlook of the Red Sox going into the trade deadline plus thoughts from callers
- (24:05) Callers partake in Trivia Tuesday
- (35:19) Brayan Bello takes the mound in the first game of the Red Sox series against the Athletics
- (0:00) Tony Mazz opens up The Baseball Hour by addressing Alex Cora’s current situation and his future plans.
- (13:01) Tony highlights the phenomenal performance from the bullpen this year.
- (24:48) What will the Sox do at the deadline?
- (39:21) Discussing Rafael Devers’ possible MVP candidacy.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken start The Baseball Hour by urging the Red Sox to add pieces at the deadline.
- (16:20) The guys hit on Jarren Duran’s tremendous season so far.
- (26:48) Milliken lists players who the Sox should target at the deadline.
- (40:21) Previewing the Sox Yanks series.
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins Tony Mazz to talk about Alex Cora’s fiery comments.
- (15:10) Can the Red Sox rely on their speed to continue to win?
- (25:01) Mazz and Jared discuss the importance of Brayan Bello’s start tonight.
- (39:15) The guys hit on Jarren Duran’s All-star season.
- (0:00) Mazz starts the Baseball Hour previewing the Red Sox series against the Miami Marlins
- (12:33) Callers weigh in on the state of the Red Sox heading into their 4th of July series
- (26:28) Callers take part in Mazz’s Trivia Tuesday and provide more takes about the Red Sox
- (38:33) Mazz gives final thoughts about what the Red Sox need to do heading into the trade deadline
- (0:00) Tony Mazz starts The Baseball Hour by hitting on the chances of John Henry buying a stake in Celtics Ownership.
- (11:17) Mazz gives a take on the continuous tension between Don Orsillo and the Red Sox.
- (25:00) Is there any indication that the Sox will buy at the deadline?
- (37:37) Tony gives a thought on the Sox and interleague play.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy kicks off The Baseball Hour with thoughts on Bogaerts, Story, and Don Orsillo as the Red Sox host the Padres.
- (14:26) McCarthy looks back to 2022 when signed with the Padres.
- (26:58) Do the Red Sox have the authority to spend at the deadline?
- (39:13) McCarthy reacts to one of the worst calls ever.
- (0:00) McCarthy opens the baseball hour providing his thoughts about Craig Breslow and Alex Cora heading into the trade deadline
- (15:06) McCarthy reacts to recent comments made by Breslow and listens to callers’ takes about the Red Sox
- (28:17) McCarthy discusses whether the Red Sox should trade for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
- (40:19) McCarthy closes out the show.
- (0:00) Mazz reacts to the recent hot streak the Red Sox have been on and outlook going into the trade deadline
- (12:08) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox
- (27:28) Callers answer for Trivia Tuesday
- (35:02) Thoughts on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s home run and final callers
- (0:00) Tony Mazz starts The Baseball Hour with his thoughts on the Red Sox chances of making the playoffs.
- (13:04) Why should the Red Sox buy at the deadline?
- (26:37) Evaluating why the Sox failed to develop players while Bloom was manager.
- (40:50) Mazz closes the show with The Lightning Round.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken kick off The Baseball Hour with their thoughts on the difference between Chaim Bloom and Craig Breslow’s approach to the Sox.
- (15:13) The guys debate whether Chaim Bloom truly pushed the front office to spend like past General Managers.
- (26:53) Which prospects on the Sox should Breslow move?
- (41:32) Final thoughts about the baseball game at Rickwood.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour reacting to the Red Sox 5-game win streak
- (12:52) Mazz shares his thoughts about Jarren Duran’s probability of being an All-Star
- (26:58) Callers weigh in about whether the Red Sox should buy or sell during the trade deadline
- (38:28) Mazz ends the show answering more calls about the Red Sox
- (0:00) Tony Mazz opens up The Baseball Hour with his thoughts on the Red Sox recent success and what it means for the future.
- (12:46) Mazz brings up the issue of trading away players in the midst of a playoff race.
- (26:30) The callers weigh in on the state of the Red Sox and ownership.
- (37:03) Mazz spends some time giving his thoughts about Willie Mays.
- (0:00) Mazz starts the baseball show talking about the Red Sox hot play off the past week
- (14:23) Callers weigh in about the Red Sox and their performance
- (25:22) Mazz brings back Trivia Tuesday
- (37:44) Mazz discusses possible trade deadline acquisitions for the Red Sox
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis joins the show to talk about John Henry and the state of the Red Sox
- (14:31) Mazz and Carrabis continue discussion about John Henry and ownership
- (24:18) Mazz and Carrabis discuss how the Red Sox have spent throughout the years
- (33:03) Mazz and Carrabis wrap up the show talking about David Hamilton and other young players in the Red Sox’s system
- (0:00) Mazz opens the hour reacting to John Henry’s comments and the two upcoming series
- (12:42) Mazz discusses Sam Kennedy’s comments about the Red Sox roster in the winter
- (26:01) Callers weigh in on Red Sox
- (38:47) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy opens up The Baseball Hour with his thoughts on Boston’s love of baseball and The Savannah Bananas at Fenway.
- (15:04) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox and the Savannah Bananas.
- (26:08) Discussing Brayan Bello’s recent struggles and frustration.
- (36:04) McCarthy hits on the popularity of baseball in Boston.
- (0:00) Tony Mazz and Milliken open up the show with their reactions to Red Sox Owner John Henry’s Interview with The Financial Times.
- (15:15) The guys break down the Red Sox’ payroll rankings over the past 20 years.
- (26:40) Tyler Milliken breaks down one of the Red Sox’ rising pitching prospects.
- (0:00) Tony Mazz and Jared Carrabis give their thoughts on the Red Sox being the most mediocre team in the league at 30-30 and 3rd place in the AL East.
- (17:15) Mazz argues that the Yankees are building their team in a different and better way than the Red Sox.
- (25:33) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox’ mediocre record.
- () Why is Bobby Dalbec playing Right Field?
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour questioning why Rafael Devers is still in Boston
- (13:33) Mazz continues his thoughts on Rafael Devers and the calls keep coming in
- (24:57) Thoughts on the right field situation with Wilyer Abreu’s injury
- (37:01) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Tony Mazz opens up The Baseball Hour with questions regarding the Red Sox’ true identity.
- (15:30) Hitting on why Rafael Devers is still on the Red Sox.
- (26:12) The callers weigh in on Rafael Devers’ and the state of the Sox.
- (37:49) Mazz expresses his anger with the middling state of the Red Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz, McCarthy, and Milliken start off The Baseball Hour reviewing Sam Kennedy’s comments regarding the “underperforming” Red Sox.
- (12:31) The Round Table reacts to Alex Cora’s response to Kennedy’s comments.
- (27:24) The guys give their thoughts on Martin’s fiery comments and his subsequent 2 home runs given up.
- (37:17) Previewing Game 2 of the Red Sox vs. Tigers.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing some postgame comments made by Alex Cora following the team's loss on Wednesday night.
- (12:11) Thoughts on Alex Cora calling Jack Flaherty one of the best pitchers in the MLB.
- (23:12) What is Kenley Jansen’s future in Boston?
- (35:21) Why the philosophical change by the Red Sox?
- (0:00) Mazz and Carrabis open up The Baseball Hour with their thoughts on the current Red Sox product.
- (12:59) Mazz brings up some questions about Alex Cora’s coaching situation.
- (25:34) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox with their own takes.
- (38:27) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour asking the question: Why are you still watching the Red Sox based on their season so far?
- (12:00) If you’re facing Chris Martin...don’t bunt. He doesn’t like it.
- (24:30) The discussion continues on the Chris Martin situation with the Brewers bunting.
- (36:42) Will the Red Sox trade Kenley Jansen?
- (0:00) Mazz, Matt McCarthy, and Tyler Milliken open up The Baseball Hour with the lack of Red Sox viewers and the pressure on Breslow to reshape this team.
- (13:31) The guys break down the current state of local broadcasts TV rights in the MLB.
- (25:32) Going in-depth on Alex Cora’s frustration with today’s MLB offensive play style.
- (36:03) Mazz takes an aside from baseball with a story on the Scottie Scheffler arrest.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with his thoughts on the Red Sox sweeping the Tampa Bay Rays.
- (13:21) Thoughts on Alex Cora postgame comments about manufacturing runs over hitting for power.
- (25:12) Mazz has some thoughts on having a power hitter in the lineup.
- (37:05) Final thoughts from Mazz on Alex Cora and if the Red Sox have started to forge an identity.
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis and Mazz discuss the Sox’ recent success and locking up Casas and Houck.
- (15:18) Carrabis talks about Bello’s value given his contract extension and play this year.
- (25:34) Carrabis and Mazz hit on Devers’ Red Sox home run streak.
- (37:27) Carrabis and Mazz evaluate the Sox’ future prospects in AA Portland.
- (0:00) Mazz discusses the reasons why Sox fans should (or shouldn’t) watch the team this year.
- (11:22) Red Sox might stay mediocre just to trade players at the deadline.
- (22:58) Mazz talks about the future state of local broadcasting in the MLB.
- (36:23) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox current situation.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the amount of interest in the Red Sox in 2024.
- (12:40) The callers weigh in on the Interest level of the Red Sox.
- (25:58) Another night, more fielding mistakes for the Red Sox!
- (39:17) Final thoughts with Mazz on the state of the Red Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz and Carrabis try to come up with reasons why we should still watch the Sox.
- (12:08) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox and their current status.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox record vs the Rays since 2019, and Cedanne Rafaela’s almost catch in center field.
- (13:09) Final thoughts from Mazz.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the end of the Red Sox-Nationals game on Sunday.
- (10:06) Look ahead to the Red Sox upcoming matchups against the Rays.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with some thoughts on the Red Sox being swept by the Braves and the rating on the Red Sox game on Wednesday night.
- (13:22) Mazz looks at the massive home runs by the Yankees last night.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy and the guys open the show discussing the legacy of Chris Sale in Boston.
- (15:24) More thoughts on Chris Sale.
- (23:36) The callers weigh in on how they will remember Sale. And final thoughts on the Red Sox from Mazz and Jared.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the attitude and coaching of Alex Cora so far in 2024.
- (12:31) Some thoughts on Chris Sale and his time with the Red Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing Alex Cora and his upbeat mood this season so far.
- (12:50) Reese McGuire’s risky steal in Sunday’s game, and callers!
- (25:11) Some thoughts on Vaughn Grissom and his first series as a member of the Red Sox.
- (36:12) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken and the guys open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox good start to the season.
- (15:52) Are the Red Sox building toward something good?
- (27:40) Thoughts on Craig Breslow calling for an audit of the Red Sox front office.
- (40:15) Final thoughts from the guys on the Sox!
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz and opens the show discussing the Red Sox and how he thinks there are good things going on for the team.
- (14:28) Some more thoughts on how the Red Sox have started the season.Plus, the callers weigh in.
- (25:09) McCarthy will be looking out for Vaughn Grissom as he returns to the lineup this weekend.
- (32:28) Final thoughts from Matt McCarthy on the Red Sox so far and the moves that Craig Breslow has made.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy and the guys kick off the show discussing the Re dSox start to the season.
- (14:06) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox!
- (25:00) Some thoughts on the performance of Wilyer Abreu so far in 2024. Plus, are the Red Sox building something?
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy joins the show and Mazz looks into the odd Masataka Yoshida situation and Alex Cora’s comments in defense of his lineup choices.
- (15:25) Looking forward to tonight’s matchup with the Chicago Cubs, particularly Japanese phenom Shota Imanaga.
- (26:13) Mazz discusses Triston Casas’ injury and how the team moves forward.
- (32:55) Matt McCarthy takes over for Mazz with some final thoughts ahead of tonight’s matchup.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the show discussing the latest with the Red Sox following their series loss to the Cleveland Guardians.
- (12:31) Thoughts on Reese McGuire’s defense behind the plate in Thursday’s loss.
- (21:34) Some thought on what Alex Cora had to say after the Red Sox game yesterday.
- (35:41) Some thoughts on the upcoming matchup with the Chicago Cubs.
- (0:00) Jared carrabis of Underdog Fantasy joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour and they open up the hour discussing the Red Sox sweep of the Pirates over the weekend.
- (12:46) Jared has some thoughts on Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida.
- (24:53) Some thoughts on the current state of the team.
- (36:50) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!
- (0:00) 20 games into the season, Mazz and Tyler Milliken reflect on what has gone right and wrong for the Red Sox so far. Has Alex Cora contributed to the team’s problems?
- (11:02) Breaking down the Red Sox’ defensive struggles, particularly at shortstop. Plus, the callers weigh in.
- (23:07) Mazz and Milliken give their thoughts on Tanner Houck’s masterful start against the Guardians. What has led to his step forward?
- (36:51) Last thoughts on the Red Sox and the callers give their takes.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour with some thoughts on the Red Sox continued struggles in the field.
- (14:59) Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com joins the show to discuss the Red Sox.
- (26:43) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox!
- (37:22) Some thoughts on the upcoming matchup with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy on the Baseball Hour and the guys open the show discussing the Red Sox recent struggles.
- (11:00) Mazz and Jared are finding it hard to find any excitement over the Red Sox.
- (25:48) Thoughts on the Red Sox defense so far.
- (36:11) Some thoughts on the hot start of former Red Sox Mookie Betts.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with some thoughts on the state of the game of baseball.
- (15:05) Mazz has some thoughts on Kenley Jansen.
- (0:00) Mazz reacts to the Red Sox’s shutout loss to Cleveland. Is the offense going to bounce back or do they need help? Plus, thoughts on Red Sox ownership skipping Larry Lucchino’s funeral.
- (12:18) Thoughts from Mazz on Tyler O’Neil’s collision with Rafael Devers and callers give their takes.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken join the show to give their thoughts on the Red Sox season so far. McCarthy explains how the Red Sox aren’t getting enough from their highest paid players and Milliken wants to see Ceddanne Rafaela at shortstop.
- (13:33) Breaking down comments from Lou Merloni, Kevin Millar, and Alex Cora. Are Red Sox ownership pushing narratives through NESN broadcasts?
- (25:33) The guys discuss the league’s rise in pitching injuries, including Nick Pivetta and Lucas Giolito, and whether Andrew Bailey’s new pitching philosophy plays a role. Also, thoughts on the details of Ceddanne Rafaela’s extension.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox blowing a 5-0 lead against the Orioles last night at Fenway.
- (11:32) Some thoughts on the Red Sox in-game pitching.
- (26:05) More thoughts on the Red Sox loss to the Orioles.
- (37:49) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox loss to the Orioles on Opening Day at Fenway.
- (13:03) Some thoughts on the amount of pitcher injuries across the MLB.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Tyler Milliken and Matt McCarthy to discuss the latest with the Red Sox.
- (11:50) What are the guys looking for out of the Red Sox against the Angels?
- (24:10) Thoughts on Ceddanne Rafaela to start the season.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the show with some thoughts on the Red Sox 5-2 start to the season.
- (13:46) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox!
- (0:00) Mazz and Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy break down today’s win over the Athletics. Are these wins worth celebrating? Also, a look into the Red Sox’s strategic adjustments on the pitching staff.
- (14:54) More on the Red Sox pitching philosophy. Mazz breaks down Brayan Bello’s start vs. the A’s and gives his thoughts on Trevor Story.
- (25:12) Thoughts on Ceddanne Rafaela’s season so far, including his impressive defense. Mazz and Carrabis also weigh in on Kenley Jansen’s odd stretch of games. How is the bullpen around him shaping out?
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox 9-0 win over the Athletics on Monday night.
- (13:57) Some thoughts on the passing of Larry Lucchino.
- (24:13) The callers weigh in on all things Red Sox!
- (36:58) Jarren Duran’s big night in Oakland.
- (0:00) Mazz reacts to the Red Sox’ first series of the year. It's possible the team won’t suck as much as expected. Also, thoughts on the rotation’s unique pitch mix.
- (13:59) Breaking down Alex Cora’s post-game comments and how encouraged fans should be from the team’s 2-2 start. Plus, callers weigh in.
- (0:00) Opening takeaways from the Red Sox season opener. Has the defense improved? A bit of optimism is in the air!
- (12:12) Reacting to Ceddanne Rafaela’s hustle triple and the team’s improved athleticism.
- (23:32) Breaking down Brayan Bello’s performance, Alex Cora’s post-game comments, and the Red Sox’s bullpen decisions.
- (39:12) Final thoughts and input from callers.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox and the team opening the 2024 season.
- (14:37) Is a fast start necessary for the Red Sox?
- (24:33) Final callers and thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) The Baseball Hour is back and Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy to look ahead to the Red Sox season.
- (15:01) Mazz and Carrabis break down the Red Sox farm system, and why its lack of pitching is an issue. Are there potential trades still to be made?
- (27:28) After a disappointing off-season, the guys question what the team owes to the fans. Plus, the callers weigh in.
- (0:00) Tony Mazz, Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken open a special “Hot Stove Edition” of the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox’ lack of urgency. Also, callers react.
- (15:00) The guys look at Shohei Ohtani’s new contract structure.
- (28:00) The show discusses the current state of Alex Cora’s contract. What is his future with the Red Sox.
Tony Massarotti sits down for an off-season edition of The Baseball Hour. Mazz has three big things to watch for as Craig Breslow begins his tenure as the Red Sox chief decision-maker.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis on the final Baseball Hour of the season and they open the show discussing comments made by Sam Kennedy and Alex Cora.
- (9:48) What should the Red Sox do in the offseason?
- (23:33) A thought on the passing of Tim Wakefield and final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Tyler Milliken and Matt McCarthy on the baseball hour.
- (15:04) Callers weigh in on Alex Cora and the Red Sox going forward.
- (28:19) The relationship between Alex Cora and the new GM.
- (37:47) Mazz, McCarthy, and Milliken give their final thoughts on the 2023 Red Sox.
- (0:00) Chris Cotillo of MassLive joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour to discuss the latest on the RedSox.
- (14:00) Mazz and Chris Cotillo continue the conversation on the relationship between Alex Cora and Chaim Bloom.
- (28:00) Mazz and Chris Cotillo take calls on the Red Sox.
- (37:00) Final thoughts from Mazz and Cotillo.
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour to discuss the latest on the RedSox.
- (15:29) Thoughts on the relationship between Alex Cora and Chaim Bloom.
- (25:00) More thoughts on Alex Cora and the Red Sox going forward in their GM search.
- (32:25) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!
- (0:00) Mazz opens baseball hour discussing comments made by Alex Cora about urgency
- (13:59) Was there a disconnect from Chaim Bloom and Alex Cora
- (23:53) Some thoughts on the Red Sox offseason and potential free agent targets
- (38:00) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Tony Mazz starts the Baseball Hour wondering who the next general manager of the Boston Red Sox could be. Mazz gives his thoughts on Sam Fuld.
- (15:00) Ian Browne, who covers the Red Sox for MLB.com, joins the show.
- (30:00) Red Sox fans deserve better. What will ownership do going forward to make the Sox competitive again.
- (37:00) The show wraps with some final calls.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken open The Baseball Hour with the latest on the Red Sox GM search.
- (11:57) Are the Red Sox going to take a shot at signing Shohei Ohtani?
- (24:29) Tyler Milliken the GM - Milliken makes his Red Sox offseason moves.
- (36:21) Final thoughts from McCarthy and Milliken.
- (0:00) How confident are you that the Red Sox will spend this offseason.
- (12:06) Some thoughts on the Red Sox upcoming offseason.
- (22:55) Should the Red Sox be pursuing Yoshinobu Yamamoto?
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour to discuss the latest on the Red Sox.
- (12:52) Some thoughts on comments made by Alex Cora on his relationship with Chaim Bloom.
- (24:16) Brayan Bello and his performances in the day game starts and more thoughts on the Red Sox and replacing Chaim Bloom.
- (37:13) Final thoughts from Mazz and Jared Carrabis!
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour asking: what are the darkest days of the Boston Red Sox?
- (14:09) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (25:00) Mazz has some thoughts on Chaim Bloom and his time in Boston.
- (37:14) Final thoughts from Mazz.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour wondering how the Red Sox can get some buzz back around the team.
- (14:00) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (25:04) Thoughts on Ceddanne Rafaela’s costly error on Saturday.
- (38:28) What is the Red Sox magic number to finish in last place?
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken and the guys open the show discussing the firing of Chaim Bloom.
- (15:55) What is the future of Alex Cora in Boston?
- (24:59) Thoughts on Theo Epstein and the Red Sox.
- (37:02) Final thoughts from Mazz, McCarthy, and Milliken!
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox firing of Chaim Bloom.
- (14:19) What is the future of Alex Cora in Boston?
- (24:53) The Red Sox and championship aspirations.
- (38:43) Final Thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour to discuss the latest with the Red Sox.
- (13:00) Thoughts on Chaim Bloom and the Red Sox front office.
- (26:14) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (37:03) Final thoughts from Mazz and Jared Carrabis.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the news that David Stearns has joined the New York Mets front office.
- (12:49) Thoughts on Alex Verdugo’s double play that ended the game in the series opener with the Yankees.
- (23:25) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (37:55) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox and Yankees opening a series in a battle for last place in the A.L. East.
- (13:33) Thought from Mazz on the top Japanese pitching prospect Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
- (25:38) Thoughts on the recent play of Triston Casas.
- (38:04) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Is Marcelo Mayer’s shoulder injury cause for concern?
- (14:21) Discussing the strained partnership between Cora and Bloom.
- (27:26) Will Chaim Bloom and Alex Cora both be back for the Red Sox?
- (38:52) Final thoughts from the guys.
- (0:00) Could Alex Cora become the GM of the Boston Red Sox?
- (14:49) More thoughts on Cora and possibly becoming a GM.
- (25:36) Is Terry Francona retiring at the end of the season?
- (39:08) Final thoughts from Mazz.
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour and opens the show discussing the Red Sox general manager position.
- (13:09) Some thoughts on Chaim Bloom and his future with the Red Sox.
- (25:02) More thoughts on Chaim Bloom and the Red Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz is back in for the baseball hour so he goes over everything he's missed over the last week including the Ryan Barraclough incident.
- (15:10) Alex Cora and Chaim Bloom's relationship is discussed with calls coming in.
- (24:50) Cora and Bloom's future continues to be discussed with calls coming in on all the Red Sox topics over the last week.
- (33:50 Mazz wraps up the baseball hour with calls and talking about the future of the Red Sox.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Jared Carrabis are in tonight for the baseball hour and start the show talking about the Red Sox falling apart over the last week.
- (15:10) Alex Cora and Chaim Bloom's approach to the Red Sox are discussed with calls coming in.
- (26:30) The Red Sox have been so bad lately McCarthy and Carrabis start to look big picture and discuss what the Sox can do in the offseason to help the team.
- (35:50) Trevor Story's future is discussed to wrap up the show.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz tonight and starts the baseball hour talking about last nights atrocious performance from the team and Alex Cora.
- (15:30) McCarthy continues to talk about last nights disaster at Fenway and Alex Cora leaving Ryan Barraclough in the game.
- (24:50) Chris Sale's struggles are discussed with calls coming in.
- (35:10) Calls come in on the Red Sox performance last night and how fans view the team going forward.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz tonght and starts the show talking about Mookie Betts return to Boston.
- (15:10) Calls come in on everything Red Sox and Mookie Betts.
- (24:50) Red Sox starting pitching issues are discussed with calls coming in.
- (35:40) Red Sox playoff chances are discussed with their upcoming series against the Astros being a make or break series.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox 17-1 win over the Houston Astros and Mookie Betts’ return to Fenway Park this weekend.
- (12:44) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox!
- (24:02) Mazz’s thoughts on the injury to Shohei Ohtani’s elbow.
- (39:38) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing Alex Cora and Alex Verdugo getting ejected in last night’s loss to the Astros.
- (14:02) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (24:57) Mazz’s thoughts on the Red Sox defense.
- (39:16) Final thoughts from Mazz.
- (0:00) Mazz and Joe Murray open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox losing their series opener to the Houston Astros.
- (13:12) Some thoughts on the Red Sox defensive miscues this season.
- (25:44) Discussing the performance of Trevor Story since his return to the lineup.
- (40:26) Final Thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Tony Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis on this Monday edition of the baseball hour to talk all things Red Sox and their sweep of the Yankees over the weekend.
- (16:30) The Red Sox sweep of the Yankees is discussed with calls coming in.
- (25:10) Gerrit Cole's comments on the Red Sox are brought up with the teams constant success against him.
- (34:50) The guys wrap up the show talking about the Red Sox tough upcoming schedule.
- (0:00) Milliken & McCarthy talk about how disappointing the Red Sox have been ahead of a series against the Yankees
- (16:05) As the Sox’ defense gets worse & worse, the guys talk about just how bad it is
- (27:14) The guys dive into the problems with the Red Sox farm system & longevity of prospects
- (39:25) Final thoughts ahead of the Red Sox taking on the Yankees
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins Mazz on tonight’s Baseball Hour
- (13:19) More thoughts on the Red Sox downfall
- (25:57) Callers weigh in with their thoughts on the Sox
- (40:07) Final thoughts from Mazz & Carrabis as the Red Sox take on the Nationals
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with thoughts on the Red Sox bullpen.
- (13:13) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (25:33) Do you believe in the Red Sox being a playoff team?
- (40:20) Final thoughts from Mazz.
- (0:00) Mazz dives into the implications of our lack of action at the deadline
- (15:12) Chris Cotillo of Mass Live joins Mazz
- (26:41) More thoughts on the problems with Red Sox management
- (40:10) Finals thoughts ahead of tonight’s game at Washington
- (0:00) Mazz starts the baseball hour discussing the Red Sox good weekend and the team only being 3 games back of the wild card.
- (15:30) Mazz and Murray continue to talk the Red Sox good weekend and Miguel Cabrera's final at bat at Fenway.
- (24:30) Garrett Whitlock's return is discussed and his role with the team going forward.
- (35:10) Calls come in to wrap up the baseball hour.
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins the show to discuss the Red Sox recent struggles
- () Callers weigh in on the Red Sox
- () Thoughts on the Baltimore Orioles announcer suspension
- () Final thoughts from the guys
- (0:00) Thoughts on Alex Cora’s comments after benching Verdugo
- (15:47) Callers weigh in on anything Red Sox related
- (25:56) Thoughts on Jonathan Pabelbon going in on the Red Sox Organization in the post game live
- (40:04) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Tony & Joe Murray talk about the Red Sox identity following the Trade Deadline
- (15:16) More thoughts on the lack of action at the deadline from the Red Sox
- (26:53) Callers share their thoughts on the Red sox after the MLB Trade Deadline
- (26:37) Thoughts on rumors regarding trades the Red Sox passed up on during the trade period
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins the Baseball Hour with Mazz
- (13:39) Callers weigh in on the Current state of the Red Sox and Chaim Bloom
- (28:25) More thoughts on Chaim Bloom
- (40:44) Final thoughts from the guys
- (0:00) Tony shares his thoughts after a disappointing end to the MLB Trade Deadline
- (14:58) More thoughts on the Red Sox moves, or lack thereof at the trade deadline
- (26:50) Tony & Jim Murray take a look at comments made by Chaim Bloom following the conclusion of the MLB Trade Deadline
- (40:47) Final thoughts of the hour before the Red Sox take on the Seattle Mariners
- (0:00) What do you expect Chaim Bloom to do at the deadline
- (12:57) Chris Cotillo of MassLive joins the show
- (26:38) Callers weigh in on anything Red Sox
- (39:05) MLB Trade Deadline
- (0:00) Opening takes & thoughts ahead of Tuesday’s deadline
- (14:53) Thoughts on making a winning roster under the luxury tax
- (23:53) Thoughts from callers about the Sox’s roster ahead of the deadline
- (38:57) Final thoughts ahead of the Red Sox’s trip to the west coast to play San Francisco
- (0:00) Mazz talks about what the Sox’s recent hot streak could mean
- (14:35) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox this season
- (27:00) Mazz dives into last night’s game at Fenway
- (29:11) Final thoughts from Mazz ahead of tomorrow nights’ game against the Giants
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins the show
- (16:06) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox and what they should do at the trade deadline
- (25:49) Chaim Bloom and his thoughts at the trade deadline
- (39:41) Final thoughts from the guys
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing some comments made by Chaim Bloom recently about the Trade Deadline.
- (13:14) More thoughts on the Red Sox at the Trade Deadline and the trade of Enrique Hernandez.
- (25:32) Thoughts on Chaim Bloom ahead of the Trade deadline.
- (38:45) Final thoughts from Mazz.
- (0:00) Is the Red Sox front office in the top 15 best systems in the MLB?
- (13:14) Are the Red Sox better now than they were in the beginning of the year?
- (26:01) Mazz encourages Bloom to commit on making a deal at the deadline, callers weigh in
- (39:55) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) McCarthy & Milliken hosts tonight’s Baseball Hour Round Table
- (15:37) More thoughts on if the Red Sox should look so sell or buy
- (25:50) Thoughts on Red Sox pitching this season
- (36:23) Final thoughts from Tyler Milliken & Matt McCarthy ahead of tonight’s game against the Mets
- (0:00) Big Jim Murray is in for Mazz on the baseball hour, he starts the show talking about the Red Sox series loss to the Athletics and Sam Kennedy's recent comments.
- (15:10) Big Jim continues to discuss the Red Sox tough series against Oakland as calls come in.
- (24:30) Calls come in on Sam Kennedy's comments and the trade deadline.
- (33:50) Murray wraps up the show talking about the Angels trading Ohtani.
- (0:00) Jim Murray is in for Mazz on the Baseball Hour. He kicks off the show talking about Brayan Bello’s terrible performance tonight against the A’s.
- (15:55) Callers weigh in
- (26:28) Red Sox lose series to the A’s after Brayan Bello tough start
- (34:06) Final thoughts from Jim Murray
- (0:00) We strat today’s Baseball Hour by talking about comments Chaim Bloom made about adding young players
- (13:56) More thoughts on additional comments made by Chaim Bloom
- (28:26) Callers weigh in on possible trades the Red Sox could look to make
- (41:42) Final thoughts with Matt McCarthy ahead of tonight’s game against Oakland
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz today, starts off talking about the Red Sox playing their best baseball all season over the last 2 weeks
- (12:57) Thoughts on Yoshida and his recent performance at the plate
- (25:52) Yankees are the most motivated to go after Ohtani if the Angels look to get rid of him
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken open The Baseball Hour by giving their first half grades for the Boston Red Sox.
- (10:39) Some thoughts on Justin Turner playing second base for the Red Sox on Friday night.
- (22:57) Tyler Milliken leads a segment on the Red Sox prospects, including Roman Anthony.
- (35:52) Final thoughts from McCarthy and Milliken
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis joins Mazz & McCarthy to talk all things baseball
- (13:59) The guys talk prospects & the jump between players between A & AA baseball
- (25:12) Callers weigh in on talk about the future of the Red Sox organization
- (38:32) Final thoughts from Jared Carrabis along with Mazz & McCarthy
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz during the Baseball Hour. Kick off the show talking about the Red Sox farm system
- (12:36) Callers weigh in the idea of the Red Sox trading for Shohei Ohtani
- (26:02) Thoughts on the All Star Game only having the best 9 players from each league competing in the game
- (39:30) Final thoughts from Matt McCarthy
- (0:00) Mazz kicks off The Baseball Hour talking about Cora’s comments on the first half of the season
- (14:54) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox
- (26:50) Mazz discusses the fact that the business side of the Red Sox is going down and mentions that the most bought Red Sox jersey is one with no number and no name
- (38:59) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Joe Murray and he opens The Baseball Hour with some thoughts on Chaim Bloom and his trade deadline moves over the years.
- (12:29) Thoughts on Alex Verdugo and the MLB All-Star Game
- (26:00) Some thoughts on the Red Sox defense.
- (41:06) Final thoughts from Mazz and Joe Murray.
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins the Baseball Hour
- (16:05) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox
- (27:50) Thoughts on Garrett Whitlock
- (40:19) Final thoughts from the guys
- (0:00) Mazz opens the show by talking to callers about how the Red Sox are doing this season so far
- (14:19) Mazz talks more about last night’s perfect game by Domingo German
- (24:51) Mazz shares his thoughts on Verdugo this season
- (39:07) Fianl thoughts ahead of the Red Sox / Marlins game tonight
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins the show
- () Callers weigh in
- () Thoughts on Triston Casas
- () Final thoughts from Jared and Mazz.
- (0:00) Mazz opens up the show talking about the Red Sox developmental program & building the roster
- (13:53) Resetting thoughts on Chaim Bloom stating this season is going to be awesome
- (23:42) Mazz shares his thoughts on Chaim Bloom’s career with the Red Sox
- (36:57) Final thoughts on this season’s Red Sox ahead of tonight's game against Miami
- (0:00) Thoughts on Triston Casas and his error in the last game
- () The Red Sox are irrelevant, the ownership doesn't care about the team
- () Callers weigh in on the Red Sox
- () Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy & Tyler Milliken share their opening takes ahead of the Red Sox’s game at the White Sox tonight
- (14:00) The guys draw comparisons between the Red Sox & White Sox this season
- (29:21) Thoughts on comments made by Alex Cora after yesterday’s game
- (39:13) Final thoughts ahead of tonight's game in Chicago
- (0:00) Thoughts on the Red Sox’s loss after a 6 game winning streak
- (13:53) Callers weigh in on Mazz’s take on opening pitchers
- (25:05) The guys share their thoughts on the Red Sox not having a starter in this year’s All-Star Game
- (37:54) Final thoughts on the Red Sox series against Minnesota
- (0:00) Mazz says his confidence in the Red Sox is “shakey”
- (13:34) Chris Cotillo joins Mazz on the baseball hour
- (26:28) Callers weigh in on any thoughts they have
- (38:20) Any finals thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz & Jim Murray talk about the Red Sox’s recent winning streak & what it could mean for the rest of the season
- (13:14) Callers weigh in the future of the Red Sox roster & management
- (24:55) Thoughts on upcoming players a younger players develop with the Red Sox & Chaim Bloom’s future with the organization
- (37:35) Final thoughts from Mazz ahead of tonight’s game at Minnesota
- (0:00) The Red Sox sweep the Yankees in a three game sweep
- (13:10) Thoughts on the Red Sox future
- (25:10) Reese McGuire draws catcher interference
- (37:45) Tanner Houck gets hit in the face with a line drive, leaves the game, suffers broken face
- (0:00) Tyler Milliken join Mazz for a Round Table Friday
- (16:31) More thoughts on comments made by Ken Rosenthal regarding Chaim Bloom’s future with the Celtics
- (29:17) The guys talk about Alex Cora making comments about defensive changes being made
- (38:24) Final thoughts ahead of the Red Sox’s upcoming series against New York
- (0:00) Mazz’s thoughts on Tristian Casas comments about how good he is
- (13:58) Callers weigh in on the state of the Boston Red Sox
- (24:16) Thoughts on Chaim Bloom’s leadership & the front office as a team
- (38:34) Final thoughts on the Red Sox’s performance so far this season
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins Mazz on the baseball hour
- (14:50) A quick thought on Trevor Story not wanting to second base
- (24:08) The Red Sox have been hit or miss in their recent drafts, MLB draft is coming up
- (37:20) Final thoughts from the guys
- (0:00) Mazz shares his thoughts on Alex Cora’s comments ahead of tonight’s game
- (14:47) Callers weigh in on the roster construction of the Red Sox
- (25:18) Thoughts on the relationship between Alex Cora & Chaim Bloom
- (36:14) More thoughts on whether Chaim Bloom or Alex Cora is to blame for the Red Sox poor performance lately
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy kicks off the baseball hour talking about the Red Sox being 33-33 and possibly finishing the season 81-81
- (14:04) A quick thought on Alex Cora potentially taking the head coaching job at the University of Miami
- (25:39) Callers weigh in on anything discussed on the baseball hour
- (37:24) Final thoughts from McCarthy on the baseball hour
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy & Tyler Milliken join Mazz for this Friday Round Table
- (14:30) The guys share what they see are problems with the Red Sox organization
- (25:02) The caller weigh in with their thoughts on why the team is underperforming this season
- (0:00) Mazz shares his thoughts on Alex Verdugo being benched for lack of hustle last night
- (15:13) Julian McWilliams from The Boston Globe joins Mazz to talk about Verdugo’s benching
- (26:26) Thoughts on the Red Sox roster & the core of the organization as a whole
- (37:37) Final thoughts on Verdugo’s benching ahead of tonight’s game
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis and Mazz kick off the baseball hour talking about how dismantled the Red Sox are
- (15:21) Callers weigh in with their opinions
- (26:58) Thoughts on Alex Cora
- (37:56) Final thoughts from Mazz and Jared
- (0:00) Chris Cotillo joins Mazz to talk about how the Red Sox continue to disappoint fans this season
- (12:18) The guys discuss the problems with Red Sox Chief of Baseball, Chaim Bloom
- (27:22) Thoughts on Red Sox management & the future of the organization
- (0:00) Mazz kicks off the baseball hour talking about how badly the Red Sox have been playing and doesn’t know what to think about their future
- (13:51) A quick thought on Alex Cora and Mazz asks the question, “what's he doing here?”
- (24:58) Callers weigh in on the Recent embarrassing play by the Red Sox
- (37:32) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Thoughts on the future of the Red Sox pitching after Sale’s injury
- (16:44) The guys talk about Sale’s comments following his shoulder injury in Game 3 against the Reds
- (28:16) The guys talk about a potential shift in game time starts after the pitch clock rule change
- (0:00) Mazz opens the show discussing the Red Sox recent struggles and asks when will they be good again?
- (13:40) Would you buy a ticket to see this Red Sox team?
- (24:34) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (36:18) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz and Carrabis kick off the baseball hour talking Triston Casas
- (15:47) Callers Reaction
- (25:32) A quick thought on the Red Sox first base situation
- (0:00) The guys talk about the Red Sox’s West Coast trip
- (12:45) Callers weigh in with their thoughts on the Sox this season
- (21:44) Thoughts on Coach Cora’s comments on Mayer
- (28:06) Final thoughts ahead of the Red Sox / Reds game
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz on The Baseball Hour and opens discussing the Red Sox first 50 games.
- (12:10) Some thoughts on the Red Sox lineup.
- (23:20) Matt McCarthy discusses the decision to send Corey Kluber to the bullpen.
- (37:16) Final thoughts from Matt McCarthy
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz and he is joined by Jared Carrabis of DraftKings!
- (13:04) Some thoughts on the Red Sox recent struggles.
- (25:26) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (36:04) Final thoughts from Matt and Jared!
- (0:00) Tyler Milliken joins the baseball hour with Mazz
- (10:03) Mazz and Milliken discuss whether or not it would be a good season if the Red Sox finish the season .500
- (22:29) A quick Tanner Houck thought
- (34:13) Final thoughts
- (0:00) Mazz shares his thoughts on the Red Sox roster this season
- (13:56) Thoughts on Jarren Duran for the Red Sox
- (25:04) Callers weigh in on Jarren Duran
- (37:25) Final thoughts on the Red Sox
- (0:00) Mazz kicks off the baseball hour talking about the decision to sign Corey Kluber instead of Michael Wacha
- (14:00) Callers weigh in on what the Red Sox should do at the trade deadline
- (26:07) More on the weekend series against the Padres
- (38:08) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Matt McCarthy and they discuss the Red Sox standing in the AL East
- (12:21) Discussing Nick Pivetta being moved to the bullpen
- (21:34) More thoughts on the Red Sox pitching
- (34:34) Thoughts on Jarren Duran
- (0:00) Tony Mazz and Jared Carrabis kick off the baseball hour talking about if the Red Sox are a playoff team
- (14:47) They talk about Jarren Duran hitting a very far homerun into the triangle
- (24:55) Discussing the Jansen and Contreras pitch clock incident due to the MLB changing the rule.
- (38:09) Discussing the Aaron Judge “cheating” controversy
(0:00) Mazz opened the Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox latest loss.
(12:35) Mazz and Big Jim took a look at how Nathan Eovaldi is pitching in Texas.
(25:40) Is Tanner Houck a 3 inning pitcher?
- (0:00) Mazz kicked off the Baseball Hour talking about the Willson Contreas and Kenley Jansen incident
- (12:50) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox
- (24:42) Thoughts on Corey Kluber and Bobby Dalbec
- (41:09) Final thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Milliken and McCCarthy and the guys open with thoughts on the Red sox pitching and young talent.
- (14:50) More on Nick Pivetta and his role.
- (25:14) The guys give their thoughts on Kenley Jansen’s 400th career save
- (37:41) Final thoughts from the guys!
- (0:00) Mazz opens the show with thoughts on the Red Sox win over the Braves last night and the production of the young guys in the game.
- (13:11) Kenley Jansen and the Red Sox bullpen.
- (24:35) Final thoughts from the callers and Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz and Jared Carrabis open talking about Pivetta
- (12:39) More on Pivetta and the option of moving him to the Bullpen
- (27:33) Callers chime in on the Pivetta situation and Jared’s thoughts on some of Chiam Bloom’s prospects
- (0:00) Mazz opens the baseball hour discussing Red Sox recent good play
- (11:24) Mazz touches on Chiam Bloom’s impact on Red Sox recent Success
- (22:30) Mazz points out how the Red Sox were able to transition after early season struggle
- (31:56) Final Thoughts from Mazz
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis and Matt McCarthy on The Baseball Hour.
- (12:41) Thoughts on the Red Sox lineup.
- (23:24) Thoughts on Connor Wong and Alex Verdugo.
- (38:49) Final thoughts from the guys!
- (0:00) Tyler Milliken joins the show and the guys discuss when its time to start believing in the Red Sox.
- (14:28) More thoughts on the Red Sox and when to start buying in.
- (25:45) Looking at the recent success of Masataka Yoshida
- (37:10) Final thoughts from the guys.
- (0:00) Looking at Alex Verdugo’s latest walk-off homer!
- (10:43) Is it time to get behind Chaim Bloom?
- (23:30) Enrique Hernandez’s errors at shortstop.
- (35:33) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Mazz leads off today’s show asking an important question: are the Red Sox good?
- (14:31) Mazz gets into Chris Sale and his recent improved performances.
- (23:52) Mazz gets into Brayan Bello and the outlook for him this season and takes phone calls.
- (36:43) Mazz previews the upcoming series against the Blue Jays and explains why it is so important.
- (0:00) Mazz, Matt McCarthy, and Tyler Milliken give their opening thoughts on the Red Sox to open the show.
- (13:42) Some thoughts on the Red Sox pitching and the injury to Garrett Whitlock.
- (24:18) Thoughts on Tristan Casas
- (0:00) Mazz, Murray, and Jared Carrabis reflect on the Sox sitting at .500 through 26 games.
- (17:00) The callers weigh in.
- () The guys discuss Jarren Duran’s strong play as of late.
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray discuss how Alex Cora is retaking charge over the Red Sox decision making.
- (13:56) Mazz discusses his frustration with the Red Sox signing injury prone players.
- (24:15) Mazz and Murray discuss the Red Sox game starting times.
- (35:48) The start time discussion continues.
- (0:00) Mazz and Tim McKone get into the Red Sox winning the series against the Milwaukee Brewers this weekend.
- (14:00) Julian McWilliams of the Boston Globe joins the show!
- (23:38) Mazz takes some phone calls and gets into the Red Sox recent bullpen performances.
- (30:58) Mazz ends the show discussing Masataka Yoshida and how he has begun to swing the bat better recently.
- (0:00) Mazz, McCarthy, and Milliken open the Friday Round Table with their takes.
- (13:04) The guys discuss some starting pitching options for the Red Sox.
- (26:23) The callers weigh in with their thoughts.
- (37:30) Milliken tells the story of how he was fired from the Enchanted Village in Jordan’s Furniture for tweeting about the Red Sox during his shift.
- (0:00) Thoughts on Tanner Houck’s performance in an 11-4 victory over th eTwins.
- (13:21) The callers weigh in on all things Red Sox.
- (25:31) Chris Cotillo of Masslive.com joins the show to discuss the Red Sox
- (37:20) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draftkings joins the show to discuss the state of the Red Sox.
- (14:00) Mazz and Jared take some phone calls and discuss the outlook for Chris Sale.
- (24:32) The guys discuss the Red Sox’ recent catcher interference calls and also the underperformance of some players on the roster thus far.
- (37:07) The guys wrap up the show giving their final thoughts on everything with the Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray discuss a possible new rule change where teams would lose their DH for pulling their starting pitcher before five innings.
- (13:23) The callers weigh in.
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray begin the show discussing the Red Sox loss to the Angels from today.
- (12:16) Mazz gets into the team’s performance over this past weekend against Los Angeles.
- (24:38) The guys get into the sloppy play of the Red Sox and all of their throwing errors made during this series with the Angels
- (36:26) The guys take more phone calls to end the show.
- (0:00) Mazz and McCarthy open the baseball hour discussing the poor product the Red Sox have given fans in 2023.
- (13:24) The guys discuss the building of the Red Sox roster.
- (24:49) Elliot of Jordan’s Furniture joins the show.
- (38:23) Final thoughts from the guys.
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray express their concern that the Red Sox could be a 90 loss team.
- (13:10) Mazz and Murray discuss the possibility of the Sox making some firings in season if the team continues to struggle.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Draftkings and the guys begin by discussing the Red Sox’ lineup for tonight.
- (14:44) Mazz and Jared discuss Garrett Whitlock’s performance from last night and the concern going forward for him, and begin to take phone calls.
- (24:06) The guys get into Xander Bogaerts and his hot start out west in San Diego with the Padres.
- (38:49) Mazz and Jared wrap up the show giving their remaining thoughts on the Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray discuss their enjoyment with the pace of play recently.
- (12:38) The guys discuss the Red Sox’s struggle to develop pitchers.
- (0:00) Mazz begins the hour discussing the most recent news on Adam Duvall, after the team reported he broke his wrist this weekend in Detroit.
- (10:50) Mazz is joined by MassLive’s Chris Cotillo to break down Adam Duvall’s recent injury and how this will impact the Sox going forward.
- (22:27) Mazz takes phone calls.
- (34:48) The guys end the hour discussing the Sox’ starting pitching and the concern going forward with the staff lacking high-end talent.
- (0:00) Mazz, McCarthy, and Milliken open the Baseball Hour with their takes.
- (13:05) The guys discuss the early struggles of Sox pitching and how injuries are impacting them.
- (24:11) The guys discuss the lack of hype around the Red Sox.
- (36:23) The guys discuss whether Alex Cora could be the next general manager of the Red Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray begin the baseball hour by breaking down Chris Sale’s performance.
- (13:43) Mazz discusses the possibility of the Red Sox beginning to tweak their lineup by moving Duvall up.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of DraftKings to discuss the Red Sox getting swept by the Pirates and the outlook and expectations for the season.
- (13:24) Mazz and Jared begin to take phone calls and discuss the sloppy play of the Sox that has plagued them to begin the season.
- (23:59) The guys take more phone calls and discuss Alex Cora’s recent comments surrounding the team.
- (38:38) The guys wrap up the hour giving more of their outlook on the season.
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray open the show discussing the Red Sox’s early season struggles.
- (12:27) Julian McWilliams of the Boston Globe joins the show.
- (23:50) Mazz discusses the Red Sox struggles on defense.
- (39:45) The guys discuss whether the MLB is juicing the balls again.
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray start the hour discussing the Red Sox’ wins from this weekend.
- (11:34) The guys discuss Adam Duvall and his debut for the Sox this weekend.
- (23:02) The guys discuss the struggles of Chris Sale in his first start of the year.
- (37:06) Mazz gets into Giancarlo Stanton’s 485 foot home run from this weekend against the Giants.
- (0:00) Mazz, McCarthy, and Milliken open the show with their takeaways from opening day.
- (11:23) The guys discuss Chris Sale not getting the start on opening day.
- (23:15) The guys discuss the impact of the pitch clock.
- (36:40) The guys discuss their levels of concern for the Red Sox.
- (0:00) Mazz voices his concern for the Red Sox this season after their opening day loss.
- (12:01) Mazz discusses Corey Cluber’s rough day.
- (0:00) The Baseball hour is back with Tony Massaroti and he starts the show discussing opening day and the outlook for the 2023 Red Sox season.
- (11:30) Chris Cotillo from the Boston Globe joins the show to talk all things Red Sox leading up to opening day.
- (24:50) Chris Cotillo stick around to take phone calls and continue to discuss his thoughts on the upcoming Red Sox season.
- (33:10) MLB's new pitch clock is discussed and how it will impact length of games this season.
Tony Mazz listens to Chaim Bloom's Press Conference prior to the start of 2023 Spring Training. Spoiler Alert....he doesn't love what he's hearing from Bloom.
- (0:00) Mazz, McCarty, and Milliken open the show discussing the latest on the Xander Bogaerts contract negotiations.
- (15:08) Thoughts on the signing of Kenley Jansen.
- (23:43) The Red Sox sign Japanese outfielder Masataka Yoshida.
Mazz checks in with a special podcast-only edition of "The Baseball Hour," covering the latest on the Red Sox' off-season and the overall outlook for 2023. It's not looking good.
The biggest topic at the moment: Xander Bogaerts, and the increasing likelihood of his departure from Boston. Has the veteran All-Star shortstop really "severed ties" with the Red Sox? Mazz gives his thoughts on that, plus the Red Sox' overall approach for 2023, as they've already let big-name free agents slip away.
(0:00) Discussing the Red Sox press conference comments from today.
(13:07) The Red Sox need to take a risk.
(24:48) Do the Red Sox have a plan when it comes to Bogaerts?
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of DraftKings joins the show and they open the show discussing Alex Cora and the 2022 Red Sox season.
- (14:23) Tyler Milliken, Chief Nerd, joins the show to discuss the Red Sox analytics.
- (24:55) The future of Xander Bogaerts with the Red Sox.
- (36:56) Thoughts on Dennis Eckersley retiring from the booth!
(0:00) Alex Speier’s comments on the Red Sox.
(13:00) Callers weigh in on the upcoming Red Sox offseason.
(23:39) Jen McCaffrey from The Athletic calls in and gives her thoughts on a possible Bogaerts extension.
(36:58) Mazz and the callers give their final thoughts.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with some thoughts on the 2022 Red Sox season as a whole.
- (11:42) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
- (24:33) Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s monster home run on Friday night.
- (38:21) Final thoughts from Mazz!
(0:00) Red Sox spending discussion.
(15:00) McCarthy gets the caller's reactions.
(25:26) McCarthy and Stewart build the next Red Sox dream team.
(38:08) McCarthy closes the Baseball Hour.
(0:00) Discussion on Sam Kennedy’s comments.
(12:37) Mazz gets the caller's reactions.
(24:48) MVP race between Ohtani and Judge.
(36:54) Mazz gets the caller's final thoughts.
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings on The Baseball Hour!
- (16:21) Aaron Judge is stuck on 60 home runs.
- (25:45) Thoughts on Trevor Story at second base in 2022 and callers.
(0:00) Red Sox's biggest issues that need to be addressed.
(11:08) Callers weigh in during the baseball hour.
(23:38) MLB Playoff Format.
(36:41) Mazz gets the caller's final thoughts.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox being officially eliminated from the playoffs.
- (14:01) Aaron Judge fails to homer off the Red Sox.
- (23:55) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox disappointing season.
- (37:02) Final thoughts from Mazz.
(0:00) Red Sox viewers went up last night.
(12:20) Is Ohtani an MVP candidate?
(22:56) The performer of the week.
(37:38) Mazz and McCarthy take to the callers.
(0:00) Jared Carrabis’s thoughts on Aaron Judge.
(13:05) Carrabis and Mazz take to the callers.
(25:30) Could Aaron Judge come to the Red Sox?
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz on tonight's edition of the baseball hour and he starts the show discussing Aaron Judge's homerun chase.
- (15:10) McCarthy continues to discuss Aaron Judge's homerun chase with calls coming in.
- (27:10) Calls continue to come in on Aaron Judge's homerun chase and if fans want him on the Red Sox.
- (34:30) Matt wraps up the baseball hour taking calls on all things Aaron Judge.
(0:00) Is Bryan Bello in the Red Sox rotation next year?
(13:16) Garrett Whitlock hip surgery.
(24:01) Aaron Judge got his 59th home run.
(34:24) Upcoming Red Sox games.
- (0:00) Mazz and Jim Murray start Monday's edition of the Baseball Hour with the Red Sox release of Kevin Plawecki and how the team is responding to it.
- (15:10) Red Sox players are upset with how the team treated Kevin Plawecki.
- (24:50) Mazz continues to discuss the Red Sox dysfunction between players and the front office with calls coming in.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy Joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour.
(14:52) Mazz and McCarthy get the caller's thoughts on Bogaerts.
(24:26) Discussing the new MLB rule Changes.
(35:41) Mazz’s Upcoming book.
(0:00) Will Bogaerts stay with the Red Sox?
(11:22) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox.
(24:17) Casas at bat issues.
(35:36) Red Sox bullpen.
(0:00) Are these games Xander Bogaerts last?
(11:10) Mazz and Murray take to the callers during the baseball hour.
(23:40) Joey Votto’s Opinion on MLB Rule Change
(30:39) Xander Bogaert's potential new contract?
- (0:00) Mazz and Muray start monday's edition of the Baseball hour talking all things MLB rule changes.
- (14:50) Mazz continues to discuss the MLB rule changes with calls coming in.
- (25:10) The MLB rule changes continue to be discussed with calls coming in and Mazz revisiting CC Sabathia's commments on the changes.
(0:00) What is the future of baseball?
(10:58) McCarthy takes to the callers as they weigh in.
(24:56) Discussing the new MLB rule changes.
(36:12) Callers weigh in.
(0:00) Are the nerds controlling the lineup?
(12:40) Dennis Eckersley comments on Xander Bogaerts.
(23:09) Joe Maddon thoughts on nerds in baseball.
(35:43) Give the game back to the players.
- (0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour.
- (13:54) Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers contracts going forward.
- (23:59) Thoughts on Triston Casas a few games into his maiden MLB stint.
- (35:27) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!
(00:00) Do the Red Sox have hope when it comes to making the postseason?
(11:31) Red Sox outfield shortage.
(22:15) Is it worth signing both Bogaerts and Devers?
(28:59) The collapse of the Yankees.
(00:00) What is Cora’s longterm goal with the Red Sox?
(12:12) McCarthy fields calls
(26:45) Bloom's job is at risk. Could Cora eventually take over as CBO?
(36:54) McCarthy's 'Performer of the week'
- (0:00) Mazz and Murray start Thursday's edition of the baseball hour discussing the Red Sox struggling in the local media market survey.
- (14:50) Red Sox fans seemed to be most upset with Chaim Bloom in the media market survery, is this fair?
- (29:30) The Red Sox rankings in the media market survey continue to be discussed with calls coming in.
- (0:00) Mazz and Adam Jones are joined by Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings on The Baseball Hour.
- (15:28) Are Chaim Bloom and Alex Cora a good match?
- (25:58) The callers weigh in on all things Red Sox.
- (38:04) Final thoughts from the guys.
- (0:00) Mazz and Adam Jones open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox struggles and who is to blame.
- (13:49) Looking at the Red Sox mistakes in their loss to the Twins.
- (24:28) Final thoughts from Mazz.
- (0:00) Mazz and Adam Jones start Monday’s edition of the baseball hour talking about Rich Hill’s impressive performance over the weekend.
- (15:10) Chaim Bloom’s future with the Red Sox is discussed with an interesting quote from the Jared Carrabis podcast about his job security potentially being in jeopardy.
- (24:30) Mazz and Adam Jones react to the breaking news from Ken Rosenthal that Chaim Bloom and Alex Cora will both be returning to the Red Sox in 2023.
- (33:10) The Red Sox pitching staff is discussed to wrap up the show.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour by taking a look at Brayan Bello’s start last night.
- (11:56) The callers give their thoughts on the Red Sox.
- (24:50) James Paxton ,who was already injured, is now out for the season.
- (36:58) Final thoughts from Mazz!
- (0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings and they open the show discussing the struggles of the Red Sox.
- (13:21) The callers weigh in on all things Red Sox.
- (27:10) Looking at the Red Sox struggles against the AL East.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the current state of the Red Sox and the interest level.
- (12:01) The callers weigh in with their thoughts on the Red Sox.
- (24:41) Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic joins the show!
- (0:00) Tony and Jim start the baseball hour talking about the Red Sox frustrating weekend against the Orioles and Xander Bogaerts letting that frustration get to him.
- (15:30) Xander Bogaerts ejection on Friday night is discussed with his overall frustrating season in general.
- (25:50) Mazz takes calls on the Red Sox frustrating season and players being disappointments and how that bodes for the future of the roster.
- (36:10) Calls come in to wrap up the baseball hour.
(0:00) Red Sox win their second straight game over the Pittsburgh Pirates
(11:57) Tyler Milliken joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(22:41) Dennis Eckersley’s comments on the Pittsburgh Pirates
(34:01) Nathan Evoldi will miss his start tonight
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(14:04) Looking at the lack of power from J.D. Martinez and Xander Bogaerts
(24:33) Red Sox take the first game against the Pittsburgh Pirates
(38:43) Jared Carrabis’ big day at Fenway Park
- (0:00) Tuesday’s edition of the baseball hour starts with Mazz discussing the Sox getting some players back from injury heading into a must win series against the Pirates.
- (15:10) The baseball hour continues with Mazz taking calls on the Red Sox playoff chances and how the roster has been constructed this season.
- (27:30) Chris Cotillo from Masslive.com joins the show to talk all things Red Sox and the teams outlook heading down the stretch.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour. Red Sox playoff hopes are still alive – but for how much longer?
(14:08) Red Sox started the season without a legitimate first baseman or right fielder. They also butchered the decision to make Whitlock a starter. Seems like the team is just now figuring these issues out.
(25:04) Mazz takes calls on the current state of the Red Sox.
(26:02) Mazz wraps up the program.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy fills in for Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(13:14) Looking at the moves Chaim Bloom has made
(28:47) Thoughts on the Field of Dreams game played last night
(37:07) Baseball movies
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(12:54) Chris Sale’s breaks his wrist while riding his bike
(25:20) Comparing Rafael Devers and Austin Riley of the Atlanta Braves
(38:04) Carrabis shares his thoughts on the Red Sox players mindset at the trade deadline
0:00 – Mazz and McCarthy open the show discussing Chris Sale's season ending wrist injury, obtained in an alleged bike accident.
14:42 – Red Sox made it clear they expected Chris Sale to pitch again this season.
23:52 – Alex Speier of the Boston Globe wrote a story that indicates possible concern upstairs regarding Chaim Bloom.
37:09 – Chris Sale has suffered multiple injuries this year.
0:00 – Mazz and Murray are joined by John Tomase of NBC Sports Boston to talk about the Red Sox struggles.
13:01 – Where is management taking this team?
24:43 – Red Sox aren't extending the resources for high end players.
39:38 – The Red Sox direly need to turnaround.
(0:00) Tim McKone fills in for Mazz on The Baseball Hour
(9:52) Tyler Milliken joins McKone
(27:53) Jen McCaffary of the Athletic joins the show
(37:26) Red Sox plan for the future
(0:00) Chaim Bloom is starting to remind Mazz of someone familiar
(12:56) The Red Sox release Jackie Bradley Jr
(26:59) Chaim Bloom’s approach to building the team
(40:23) Listeners call in
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(14:50) Red Sox bring in Eric Hosmer from the Padres
(25:53) Brayan Bello injures his groin in today’s loss to Houston
(40:06) Thoughts on Tommy Pham
0:00 – Mazz and Murray open the show analyzing the Red Sox trade deals.
13:47 – Red Sox only address a need when the price is right.
26:21 – Chaim Bloom traded Christian Vázquez with no replacement in sight.
38:36 – Red Sox focused on the future over the present.
0:00 – Mazz and Murray open the show with thoughts that the Red Sox should sell at the deadline.
13:53 – Breaking news that the Red Sox trade Christian Vázquez to the Houston Astros.
25:08 – Atlanta Braves sign Austin Riley to a 10-year contract worth $212 million.
39:21 – Callers weigh in with final thoughts for Mazz and Murray.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy fills in for Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(13:28) Thoughts on the Red Sox splitting the series against the Guardians
(27:13) Does Chaim Bloom believe in this Red Sox team?
(39:04) Performer of the week
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(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(13:02) Red Sox plans at the trade deadline
(25:15) What is the future of Rafael Devers and Xander Bogaerts?
(37:02) Chaim Bloom’s comments on the Red Sox at the deadline
0:00 – Mazz and Murray open the show discussing the possibility of the Red Sox as buyers and sellers at deadline.
14:18 – The guys look into the Red Sox player rotations.
27:07 – Garrett Whitlock gets taken out of the bullpen.
38:00 – Callers weigh in to wrap up the hour.
0:00 – Mazz and Murray open the show saying there's no defending the disaster that ensued this past weekend.
11:56 – Jarren Duran’s missed fly ball catastrophe.
24:40 – The guys discuss various Red Sox topics with callers.
36:31 – Looking at Alex Cora's plans for the trade deadline.
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Matt McCarthy on the Baseball Hour
(13:44) What will the Red Sox do with Rafael Devers?
(27:10) Matt McCarthy chooses who he believes is the player of the week
(37:36) Calls on the Red Sox
(0:00) Mazz opens the show discussing if the Red Sox should be in on Juan Soto
(11:42) Juan Soto’s future with the Nationals
(24:36) Could the Red Sox make a significant trade at the deadline?
(37:34) Callers share their thoughts
(0:00) Looking at the front office of the Red Sox
(14:54) The Red Sox plan for resigning their star players
(25:35) How the Red Sox are building the team
(37:37) Mazz shares his final thoughts on the Baseball Hour
0:00 – Mazz opens the hour discussing Xander Bogaerts saying the Red Sox should get help, similar to last year.
11:36 –The Red Sox failed to give Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers the offers they deserve.
24:45 – Would the Red Sox pay Juan Soto at his current contract?
36:55 – Mazz closes the hour with callers' thoughts.
0:00 – Mazz and Murray open the show discussing what the Red Sox should do going into the trade deadline.
12:10 – Garrett Whitlock was taken out of the bullpen and placed in the rotation.
24:49 – If the Red Sox lose Xander Bogaerts and J.D. Martinez, who is taking their place?
38:09 – Final thoughts by Mazz and Murray.
(0:00) Last night's game was a dumpster fire. Where did they go wrong?
(13:00) Who's to blame? All arrows point to the ownership.
(27:00) Red Sox payroll.
(0:00) What kind of money are the Red Sox willing to spend?
(13:49) Red Sox sloppy play of late
(22:58) Red Sox drop their third straight game to the Rays
(37:24) Mazz shares his final thoughts
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(11:50) Thoughts on Chris Sale’s return
(23:31) Reaction to last nights loss the the Rays
(36:19) Callers share their thoughts
0:00 – Chris Sale returns from injury tonight.
12:45 – Red Sox set up for the season banking on Chris Sale.
22:59 – Why didn’t Chris Sale get surgery before March 2020?
37:03 – Thoughts on the Red Sox loss in the first game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
0:00 - Mazz and Murray open the hour discussing the Red Sox potential looking at the upcoming trade deadline.
12:47 - The Red Sox have three of the top thirty prospects.
25:37 - The guys break down the Red Sox defense in the first two games of the series against the Yankees.
40:34 - The Red Sox ceiling is high.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy fills in for Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(15:28) Red Sox drop the series opener last night to New York
(25:47) McCarthy shares his thoughts on the Red Sox rotation
(40:56) McCarthy gives his closing thoughts on the Baseball Hour
(0:00) Mazz previews the upcoming series to the Yankees
(12:44) Listeners call in
(25:35) What additions to the Red Sox need to make to their roster?
Mazz ends the show with the performer of the week
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins the show
(11:31) Thoughts on Brayan Ballo’s big league debut tonight
(22:57) Joe Mcdonald of the Worcester Telegram joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(34:52) Callers share their thoughts
0:00 - Mazz and McCarthy open the hour looking at the Red Sox pitching development and the teams overall goals.
14:11 - The guys discuss changing the Red Sox bullpen as the top priority.
28:23 - Biggest concern with Trevor Story is the kinds of pitches he hits.
41:04 - Brayan Bello makes his debut tomorrow against the Tampa Bay Rays.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy fills in for Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(9:27) Thoughts on Chris Sale returning to the Red Sox
(21:35) Bill Koch of the Providence Journal joins Matt
(0:00) Mazz opens the show with thoughts on last night's win
(11:20) Thoughts on the Red Sox pitching staff
(25:21) Alex Verdugo and the dugout clearing
(37:50) Calls and the performer of the week
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz on the Baseball Hour
(12:10) Thoughts on last night's loss to Toronto
(26:56) Red Sox vaccination status
(36:47) Mazz and Jared give their final thoughts
0:00 — Mazz and Murray open the hour discussing the Red Sox achieving what they were designed to do.
13:26 — Are the Red Sox still in the market for the big picks?
24:34 — Looking into a couple of Red Sox players' contributions.
38:40 — Final thoughts from Mazz and Murray.
0:00 — Mazz and McCarthy open the hour discussing the Red Sox winning record.
14:05 — Looking at the Red Sox ownership and upper management.
26:34 — Now is the Red Sox chance to win.
37:59 — Final thoughts from Mazz and McCarthy.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy fills in for Mazz on The Baseball Hour to preview the Red Sox next few weeks
(13:07) What holes do the Red Sox need to fill?
(27:19) Thoughts on Red Sox possible interest in Aaron Judge
(39:41) McCarthy wraps up the show with the performer of the week
(0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz as he previews the next few weeks for the Red Sox
(10:34) Jeter Downs tough first Major League game
(24:08) Shohei Ohtani’s amazing last two games
(34:51) Calls on the Red Sox
(0:00) Jared Carrabis joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour
(11:36) Could the Red Sox bring in Aaron Judge?
(24:32) Trevor Story’s impact on the Red Sox this season
(37:03) Closing thoughts on the Red Sox ahead of tonight's game against the Tigers
(0:00) Mazz and Adam Jones open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox win over the Tigers last night at Fenway Park. (12:43) Tyler Milliken joins the show to discuss the Red Sox spending and Chaim Bloom’s moves. (26:23) Thoughts on Manny Ramirez on the NESN broadcast last night. (36:37) Final Thoughts from Mazz.
(0:00) Mazz and McKone open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox weekend series win over the Cardinals. (11:31) Looking at the Red Sox and the upcoming trade deadline. (24:12) The callers weigh in on the trade deadline and the Red Sox Bullpen. (33:09) Final Thoughts from Mazz.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy joins Mazz as they open with Trevor Story’s struggles
(13:41) Thoughts on Chris Sale returning from his injury
(26:15) Mazz takes calls on the Red Sox and topics around the MLB
(36:43) Thoughts on the Red Sox farm system
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins The Baseball Hour
(11:56) Thoughts on Chris Sale returning from injury
(24:54) Expectations for the Red Sox at the trade deadline
(37:09) Mazz and Jared gives their final thoughts ahead of tonight's game
0:00 — Red Sox had a good West Coast trip going 8-2.
11:04 — Alex Cora’s frustrated postgame comments.
23:55 — Rob Refsnyder’s great catch against the Seattle Mariners Sunday.
34:50 — Mazz gives performer of the week.
0:00 — Matt McCarthy opens the hour looking at if the red sox are ready to win.
11:55 — The Red Sox need more sustainable players.
26:46 — Rafael Devers resigning and Xander Bogaerts contract.
37:32 — Final thoughts from McCarthy.
Bill Koch of the Providence Journal joins Matt McCarthy for an in-depth discussion on the state of the American League playoff race and the Red Sox excellent west coast trip. They fawn over the brilliance of Shohei Ohtani (2:20), dive in on the Red Sox playoff chances (9:10), and discuss the keys to the Red Sox turnaround (14:45), Franchy Cordero's performance (20:35), Jarren Duran's future (22:00), Chaim Bloom's approach to the upcoming trading deadline (29:40), and Chris Sale potentially returning as a reliever (38:00)
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Tony
(11:17) Callers share their thoughts on the Red Sox
(24:54) Reaction to the Red Sox seventh straight win
(35:28) Preview of tonight's game against Ohtani
0:00 — Mazz opens up the hour discussing the Red Sox five straight wins.
12:02 — Joe Maddon gets fired from the Los Angeles Angels.
23:50 — Alex Verdugo scored the only run of last night’s win over the Los Angeles Angels.
36:18 — Final thoughts from Mazz.
0:00 — Mazz opens up the hour discussing the Red Sox potential for the playoffs.
10:36 — Franchy Cordero’s recent play.
22:37 — Discussing whether the Red Sox are in position to make the playoffs.
34:54 — Red Sox set to take on Los Angeles Angels.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy joins the Baseball Hour
(11:36) Reaction to Bloom’s comments
(23:23) Mazz takes calls on the Red Sox
(36:03) Mazz gives his final thoughts
(0:00) Mazz gives his thoughts on the Red Sox future this season
(13:21) Trevor Story’s struggles
(23:09) Garrett Whitlock in the rotation
(37:10) Mazz gives his thoughts on Josh Donaldson
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins the show
(13:27) Thoughts on the Red Sox loss to the Reds
(23:05) Callers Share their thoughts
(35:14) Mazz gives his final thoughts
(0:00) Mazz and Murray open The Baseball Hour by taking a look at the Red Sox dropping three of five games to the Baltimore Orioles. (11:42) Rich Hill gave up six runs over four innings on Memorial Day Monday. (24:10) Bullpen struggles for Red Sox. (36:40) Final thoughts from Mazz.
Alex Barth joins Matt McCarthy to talk about the Red Sox turnaround (3:00), if the Red Sox should buy at the trading deadline (8:50), Trevor Story's red-hot May (13:35), Alex Verdugo's 2022 (22:00), the Red Sox inability to win close games (26:00), the bullpen (31:00) and what Chris Sale's role should be if he returns (32:00).
(0:00) Matt McCarthy joins the show
(12:49) Thoughts on Trevor Story
(24:31) Callers weigh in on everything the guys have talked about
(37:10) Mazz shares his final thoughts
(0:00) Mazz opens the show with thoughts on last night's loss
(9:56) Tyler Milliken joins the show
(22:30) Mazz talks Josh Winkowski’s MLB debut
(34:06) Mazz shares his final thoughts
(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz and Murray
(12:23) Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers contract situation
(22:27) Trevor Story’s recent play and the callers share their thoughts
(35:29) Mazz shares his final thoughts
(0:00) Mazz and Murray open The Baseball Hour by taking a look at the Red Sox recent hot stretch. (11:16) Some thoughts on the recent good play of Trevor Story. (23:58) Thoughts on Xander Bogaerts and his contract situation in Boston. (37:04) Final thoughts from Mazz.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox sweep of the Mariners and the team's current hot streak. (11:59) Trevor Story’s big weekend and callers weighing in on the Red Sox. (24:56) Some thoughts on Garrett Whitlock as a starting pitcher. (31:19) Final thoughts from Mazz.
(0:00) Mazz starts the Baseball Hour talking about Trevor Story’s 3-HR performance on Thursday. (12:42) Tyler Milliken (@tylermilliken_) of Zolak & Bertrand joins the program. (24:56) Jen McCaffrey (@jcmccaffrey) of The Athletic calls in from Fenway Park. (34:33) Mazz finishes The Baseball Hour taking Red Sox calls.
(0:00) Mazz and Matt McCarthy start the Baseball Hour talking about Nick Pivetta’s complete game last night and how rare it is in baseball these days. (14:10) Calls come in on Pivetta’s complete game and if fans still enjoy pitching duels. (23:50) Rafael Devers hot streak continues, calls come in on Pivetta and how pitching has changed in baseball. (34:10) Mazz and McCarthy finish the baseball hour with their thoughts on the roster as a whole.
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings and they open the show discussing the Red Sox being so far back in the standings so early. (10:25) Looking at the big picture of the Red Sox. (21:11) Chaim Bloom on the Xander Bogaerts contract. (37:02) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!
(0:00) Mazz and Murray open The Baseball Hour discussing Xander Bogaerts and the Red Sox win over the Houston Astros. (13:52) Looking back on some moves made by Chaim Bloom. (24:37) Thoughts on the recent play of Trevor Story. (31:43) Final thoughts from Mazz
(0:00) Mazz and Murray open The Baseball Hour discussing the weekend that Xander Bogaerts had. (10:55) More on Xander Bogaerts and contract talks with the Red Sox. (21:41) Looking at the Red Sox bullpen. (34:53) Final thoughts from Mazz.
Tyler Milliken returns to Hardcore Baseball to discuss the state of the Red Sox with Matt McCarthy and if Chaim Bloom is destined to start trading off pieces at the deadline. They discuss Bloom's missteps in 2022 (2:20), Trevor Story (11:35), the lineup (18:10), if the Sox can contend for a playoff spot (21:10), if the Sox will be sellers at the deadline (24:00), what Xander Bogaerts' trade value might be (26:30), Franchy Cordero (29:10), and comparing Andrew Benintendi and Alex Verdugo (30:50).
(0:00) Mazz and Matt McCarthy open the show discussing the Yankees 23-8 record and if it’s already over for the Red Sox. (12:36) Has Trevor Story turned a corner or will his struggles continue? (22:33) The callers give their thoughts on the Red Sox. (35:33) Final thoughts from Mazz and McCarthy!
(0:00) Mazz and Murray open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox and their current pitching situation. (12:43) Trevor Story finally got his first homerun with the Red Sox and the callers to the Red Sox struggles.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz and he is joined by Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings to discuss the role of Garrett Whitlock. (14:00) Looking at the future of Xander Bogaerts in Boston.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with his thoughts on Garrett Whitlock in the starting rotation. (12:43) More on Garrett Whitlock’s role and the Red Sox and Braves upcoming series.
(0:00) Mazz and Murray open The Baseball Hour asking, what does the Red sox front office want the team to be? (13:15) Garret Whitlock and the Red Sox Bullpen. (22:19) Trevor Story’s struggles at the plate and questioning, why is he in Boston?
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Matt McCarthy and they open the show with thoughts on the Red Sox current losing streak.
(13:34) The callers weigh in on what has been a slow start to the Red Sox season.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with his thoughts on the Red Sox pitching staff. (12:53) Some thoughts on the signing of Trevor Story and caller reaction! (22:51) Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic joins the show to discuss the Red Sox. (36:56) Final thoughts on the Red Sox struggles.
(0:00)Mazz and Murray start the show talking about the Red Sox beating the Angels last night 4-0 and Midday Show’s Tyler Milliken joins the show (12:24)Red Sox’ Identity this year compared to last year’s
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings and they open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox recent struggles. (16:30) More thoughts on the Red Sox slow start to the season.
(0:00)Mazz and Murray start the show talking about the Red Sox series against the Orioles (11:22)Is it time to hit the Panic button on the Red Sox
Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald returns to Hardcore Baseball to discuss the Red Sox turning in a disappointing April. He and Matt McCarthy discuss whether or not it’s time to be concerned about the Red Sox (2:05), Alex Cora’s importance (7:00), the Devers/Bogaerts contract situations (10:30), what 2022 means for Chaim Bloom (13:15), second guessing the Red Sox roster construction (22:50), Garrett Whitlock’s role (25:15), the first base situation and whether Triston Casas should be called up (30:10), and Jackie Bradley Jr. and the Red Sox lack of depth in the outfield (36:45).
(0:00) Matt McCartthy is in for Mazz and he opens The Baseball Hour with some thoughts on the Red Sox current makeup of the roster. (12:19) More roster thoughts and calls on the Red Sox.
(0:00) Mazz and Murray open The Baseball Hour with their thoughts on the Red Sox loss to the Blue Jays. (11:45) Looking at the Red Sox offense and their current first base situation.
(0:00)Mazz and Murray start the show talking about the Red Sox blowing their lead and losing to the Blue Jays 6-5 (11:14)Analyzing the Red Sox Lineup and the relation to Chaim Bloom to it (23:54)Red Sox Pitching or hitting being on but never at the same time (37:51)Red Sox Defense
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings and they open the show discussing the Red Sox loss to the Blue Jays. (13:33) Thoughts on Nathan Eovaldi being pulled early in the Red Sox loss to the Jays.
(0:00) Mazz and McCarthy open the show discussing the slow start of the Red Sox. (12:42) More thoughts on the Red Sox start to the 2022 season. (23:21) Mazz and McCarthy are joined by Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic! (34:24) Final thoughts from Mazz and McCarthy.
(0:00) Mazz and Murray open The Baseball Hour with thoughts on the Red Sox slow start to the season. (12:53) More thoughts on the Red Sox and their loss to the Blue Jays
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings and they open the hour discussing the start of the Red sox season. (12:47) Thoughts on the Red Sox upcoming series with the Blue Jays. (23:49) Looking at Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (37:17) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis.
(0:00)Mazz and Murray start the show talking about the Red Sox lost today on Patriots Day against the Twins 8-3 (12:52)A lot of teams are at .500 around the MLB but where do the Sox stackup (21:02)Minor League baseball games being shortened due to a new pitch clock (28:58)Angels Manager Joe Maddon makes controversial play call
Matt McCarthy and Bill Koch of the Providence Journal sit down for an in-depth discussion on the Xander Bogaerts contract situation (2:50) and Rafael Devers' future with the Red Sox (19:05). Plus, they also get into Garrett Whitlock's performance and what's in store for the Red Sox bullpen (33:05) and the Christian Arroyo experiment in right field (41:40)
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Matt McCarthy and they open the show discussing the Red Sox home opening loss to the Twins. (9:54) Some thoughts on Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers. (22:12) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins the show! (31:19) Final thoughts on the Red Sox loss to the Twins.
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Tylerr Milliken on The Baseball Hour and they open up discussing the Bogaerts and Devers contract situations. (13:00) Milliken gives us a look at some advanced stats in baseball!
(0:00)Mazz and Murray start the show talking about the Red Sox win and momentum coming from last night's game against the Tigers (10:16)Jackie Bradly JR. coming in clutch for the Sox today (22:56)Jen McCaffrey of the Athletic joins the show (36:47)Clayton Kershaw gets pulled during a perfect game
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with thoughts on the Red Sox win over the Tigers and how Christian Arroyo looked in right field. (10:45) The J.D. Martinez double that was reviewed and thoughts on Garrett Whitlock.
(0:00)Mazz and McCarthy start the show talking about the Red Sox Opening Series against the New York Yankees ()Tanner Houck takes advantage of Giancarlo Stanton ()The Red Sox Offense and Defense in the opening series ()Umpires being Mic’d Up and Kike Hernandez having an in game interview on the broadcast last night
(0:00) Mazz is joined by Matt McCarthy and they open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox opening day loss to the Yankees. (11:59) More thoughts on the Red Sox loss to the Yankees on Opening Day
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the contract status of Rafael Devers. (12:02) More on Rafael Devers and his contract status with the Red Sox. (24:11) Thoughts on the contract status of Xander Bogaerts. (36:09) The Red Sox and being competitive in 2022.
Hardcore Baseball returns for 2022, with Jimmy Stewart joining Matt McCarthy to discuss the upcoming season. McCarthy and Stew hit on their expectations for the Red Sox (4:00), the AL East (7:00), defensive improvements for the Sox (14:00), the Bogaerts and Devers contract situations (18:40), Alex Cora's impact (33:45), and what Triston Casas could bring to the table (40:40).
(0:00)Mazz and McCarthy start the show with their expectations for the Red Sox this year (12:38)Midday show’s Tyler Milliken joins Mazz and McCarthy and talk Cora’s concern about the bullpen (23:56)The Athletic’s Jen McCaffrey joins Mazz and McCarthy and go over the Sox’s lineup to see where they look good and where they may need help (36:30)Mazz, McCarty, and Milliken wrap up the show discussing Theo Epstein’s comments on an hour and 52 minute podcast
Red Sox Manager Alex Cora joined Tony Mazz on The Baseball Hour Podcast to preview the 2022 season. Cora discussed the defensive improvement of Rafael Devers, bunting against the shift and the baseball not flying as much this year. Cora also explained why the bullpen is his biggest concern for the Red Sox heading into Opening Day.
To begin Wednesday's Felger & Mazz program, Tony Massarotti addressed reports that he could be joining NESN's broadcast booth for Red Sox games in 2022. Here is what Massarotti had to say.
Tony Massarotti joins Matt McCarthy for their annual Hall of Fame class reaction. Mazz discusses his ballot, the election of David Ortiz, and why it's bad for baseball that Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens have been rejected by a final time by the writers.
Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken emerge from lockout to discuss the moves the Red Sox made before the shutdown, preview what the Sox could do next, and talk about the upcoming Hall of Fame election. They detail the Renfroe-Bradley trade (4:10), Kyle Schwarber and Seiya Suzuki (17:50), the Wacha/Paxton/Hill signings (30:40), the plan for Garrett Whitlock and Tanner Houck in 2022 (39:00), and the Hall of Fame ballot (40:10).
Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken react to the Red Sox ALCS loss, take a look ahead to the offseason, and preview the World Series between the Braves and Dodgers.
(00:20) In the final edition of the Baseball Hour for the 2021 season, Tony Massarotti discussed the end of the Boston Red Sox season after losing Game 6 of the ALCS to the Houston Astros. Did the Red Sox exceed your expectations? (15:26) Mazz and Murray continued to talk about the Red Sox ALCS loss and looked ahead to what the team needs to address in the offseason.
(00:20) In an abbreviated edition of the Baseball Hour, Tony Massarotti and Matt McCarthy previewed tonight’s ALCS Game 6 matchup between the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros. (12:21) The guys also discussed tonight’s Red Sox lineup.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show breaking down last night’s Boston Red Sox Game 5 loss to the Houston Astros. (25:58) Mazz also talked about Kyle Schwarber’s struggles at first base.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing last night’s Boston Red Sox Game 3 win, Eduardo Rodriguez’s taunt towards Carlo Correa, and tonight’s Game 4. (13:37) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to further the conversation about the ALCS. What are Jared’s expectations going forward in the ALCS? (26:02) Mazz also discussed the Red Sox offensive power surge.
(0:00) Mazz and Murray start Monday night’s edition of the baseball hour with Alex Cora’s impact on the roster and the teams approach at the plate so far in the playoffs. (13:10) The Astros gamesmanship in game 2 trying to mess with Eovaldi is discussed with Mazz and Murray giving their thoughts on what MLB could do about it. (24:30) Nathan Eovaldi’s postseason success continues and his impact on the staff and team overall are discussed.
Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken break down the ALCS and the Red Sox chances to win the pennant. Did Alex Cora mismanage Game 1? What will Chris Sale's availability be for the rest of this series? Do the Red Sox have the pitching advantage over the Astros? Plus, McCarthy and Milliken take a look at the NLCS and examine if the Braves have a chance to upset the Dodgers.
(00:20) In an abbreviated edition of the Baseball Hour, Tony Massarotti and Matt McCarthy previewed tonight’s ALCS Game 1 matchup between the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros. What is the Red Sox path to winning this series?
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox decision to start Chris Sale in Game 1 against the Houston Astros. (23:11) Mazz was joined by Joon Lee, of ESPN.com, to preview the ALCS.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing comments from manager Alex Cora about the Boston Red Sox upcoming ALCS with the Houston Astros. (13:53) Mazz also talked about the atmosphere at Fenway Park. (23:46) Tony continued to discuss the comments from Alex Cora about playing down in Houston.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show breaking down the Boston Red Sox Divisional Round victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. (11:33) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about the Red Sox ALDS win and a probable ALCS matchup with the Houston Astros. (26:02) Mazz also discussed the performances of Garrett Whitlock and the Red Sox pitching staff.
(0:00) Mazz and Big Jim Murray start Monday night’s show discussing the Red Sox winning a 13 inning thriller against the Rays to take a 2-1 series lead in the ALDS. (13:30) Mazz and Murray relive the crazy ground rule double, the ruling by the umps and the reaction in both dugouts afterwards. (24:50) Calls come in to discuss the Red Sox win last night and the upcoming game tonight.
Tyler Milliken, filling in for Matt McCarthy, breaks down the first two games of Red Sox-Rays and previews the rest of the series.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour looking at the Red Sox and Rays in the ALDS after the Rays game 1 win. (14:01) The Rays pitching staff at home and pitching and hitting matchups. (23:42) Looking at Tropicana Field and how it can affect games.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour taking a look at the Red Sox and Rays ALDS series. (14:44) Are The Red Sox carrying momentum into this series? (23:40) Looking at the pitchers mound at Tropicana Field and the Rays ERA during home games.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox taking down the Yankees last night in the wild card play-in game. (14:11) The callers weigh in on last nights win over the Yankees. (35:55) Comments on the Yankees postgame and Red Sox front office.
(0:00) Mazz opens the show discussing the Red Sox Yankees wild card game. (11:44) Jared Carrabis of Barstool Sports joins the show! (23:14) The callers weigh in on the game.
Matt McCarthy previews the American League Wild Card game in a mini-episode of Hardcore Baseball. He looks at pitching matchup and discusses what the J.D. Martinez injury means for the Red Sox.
(0:00) Mazz and Big Jim start Monday night’s baseball hour with Red Sox come from behind win against the Nationals yesterday afternoon to clinch a playoff spot and host the wild card game at Fenway. (14:30) Calls come in upset with the Red Sox for celebrating winning the first wild card game spot. (24:45) How confident should Red Sox fans be with Eovaldi going against Cole tomorrow night?
(00:20) Tony Massarotti and Matt McCarthy opened up the show discussing last night’s Boston Red Sox 6-2 loss to the Baltimore Orioles. Have the Red Sox players checked out? (12:09) Mazz and McCarthy previewed tonight’s Red Sox lineup in their series opener with the Washington Nationals. (22:25) Could Bobby Dalbec get playing time at second base?
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing last night’s Boston Red Sox 6-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Has last night’s win changed your confidence in the Red Sox? (12:17) Mazz also talked about the Nathan Eovaldi’s performance in last night’s Red Sox win. (24:32) Tony discussed the comments made by Alex Cora about second base and Christian Arroyo’s playing time.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the state of the Boston Red Sox after last night’s loss to the Baltimore Orioles. (13:11) Mazz continued to talk about last night’s loss and the performance of the Red Sox lineup in the bottom of the 8th (22:11) Tony also discussed the performance of Chris Sale in last night’s loss to Baltimore.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox and the current wild card race with the Yankees and Blue Jays. (11:44) Jared Carrabis of Barstool Sports joins the show! (25:38) More thoughts on the Red Sox final week of the season and a lineup change for tonight’s game.
Matt McCarthy and Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald preview the final week of the baseball season. They discuss how the schedule positions the Red Sox to make the Wild Card game, what the consequences should be if they fail to get a spot, and whether the Yankees or the Blue Jays would be a better matchup in the one-game playoff.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show breaking down the New York Yankees sweep over the Boston Red Sox this weekend. (25:10) Mazz also talked about Kyle Schwarber’s play at first base and the television ratings for this weekend’s series.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show previewing the Boston Red Sox upcoming series with the New York Yankees. (13:25) Brendan Kuty, of NJ.com, joined Mazz to discuss the state of the New York Yankees. (23:55) Which team needs to win this series more?
(00:20) Tony Massarotti and Matt McCarthy kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox, their 7-game winning streak, and their yellow jerseys. (13:02) Mazz and McCarthy talked about the play of Jose Iglesias and the Red Sox options at second during the playoffs. (24:04) Finally, the guys discussed the play of the Red Sox defense.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing last night’s Boston Red Sox win over the New York Mets and tonight’s lineup. (13:24) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about the Red Sox playoff expectations and potential matchups. (24:57) Mazz also discussed the Bobby Dalbec turnaround and how it’s impacted the Red Sox lineup.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox lineup in tonight’s series opener with the New York Mets. (11:38) Mazz continued to talk about tonight’s lineup, the recent play of Bobby Dalbec, and the future of the first base position. (23:53) Tony also discussed pitcher Garrett Whitlock being placed on IL and his workload before getting injured.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox weekend sweep over the Baltimore Orioles. (12:23) Mazz also talked about the improved play of Bobby Dalbec and the return of Xander Bogaerts. (23:22) Tony discussed the return of Xander Bogaerts and the latest playoff picture for the Red Sox.
Tyler Milliken returns to Hardcore Baseball to discuss the American League wild card race, the impact of Bobby Dalbec and Kyle Schwarber, and the tough decisions Alex Cora would face in a one-game playoff.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti and Matt McCarthy opened up the show discussing the state of the Boston Red Sox as they approach the final two weeks of the regular season. (13:42) Mazz and McCarthy also talked about the Red Sox pitching staff and how they will be used as the regular season winds down. (23:55) Finally, Tony and Matt discussed the fan interest level in the Red Sox.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox, taking two of three from the Seattle Mariners, and the Red Sox playoff picture. (13:47) Mazz continued to talk about the Red Sox playoff picture and how they would matchup against certain teams. (22:36) Finally, Mazz previewed the Red Sox upcoming homestand and if fans are interested in attending these games.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti and Adam Jones kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox, last night’s win over the Seattle Mariners, and the latest playoff picture. (12:01) Mazz and Jones continued to talk about last night’s Red Sox win and the play of Kyle Schwarber. (23:17) The guys discussed Nathan Eovaldi’s performance last night and the Red Sox defensive struggles.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and last night’s loss to the Seattle Mariners. (12:39) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about the latest with the Red Sox. (27:46) Finally, Tony talked about the defensive struggles for the Red Sox.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and their weekend series with the Chicago White Sox. (14:57) Mazz also talked about the play of Bobby Dalbec and the latest in the Chris Sale’s COVID absence. (24:46) Finally, Tony discussed Garrett Whitlock and his role going forward.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox COVID outbreak and MLB’s testing protocols. (15:16) Marc Bertrand, of the Zolak & Bertrand Show, joined Mazz to talk about Chris Sale’s positive COVID-19 test. (24:20) Mazz and Jones continued to talk about MLB’s testing protocols and comments made by Hunter Renfroe.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox come from behind win over the Tampa Bay Rays avoiding the sweep. (14:21) Mazz and Matt McCarthy continued to talk about last night’s Red Sox win and the play of Hunter Renfroe. (23:40) Finally, the guys discussed Nathan Eovaldi’s performance last night.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox, last night’s 12-7 to the Tampa Bay Rays, and which members of the team have been underachieving. (13:44) Mazz got into the approach of the Red Sox at the MLB trade deadline. (24:48) Tony also talked about the Red Sox defense and the play of Alex Verdugo.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and yesterday’s loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. (10:22) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about yesterday’s loss and the state of the Red Sox. (25:53) Mazz continued to share his takeaways from yesterday’s loss.
Amid a COVID outbreak and following a tough August, the Red Sox have opened September on a winning streak. Bill Koch of the Providence Journal joins Matt McCarthy to discuss this mini-turnaround, the impact of Kyle Schwarber and Chris Sale, whether the Red Sox will hold on for one of the wild card spots, and what a wild card game in Yankee Stadium would look like.
(00:20) Matt McCarthy opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and last night’s 4-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. (15:14) Matt also talked about the performances of Garrett Richards since he was moved to the bullpen.. (25:42) Finally, Matt got into the play of Bobby Dalbec and the latest in the Red Sox COVID outbreak.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and last night’s 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. (11:55) Mazz also talked about the Red Sox COVID outbreak and how it could impact the team’s defense. (33:18) Retired General Jack Hammond, executive director of the Home Base program, joined Tony to discuss the 12th annual Run to Home Base at Fenway Park on September 25, 2021.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and last night’s loss. (15:01) Mazz also recapped Chaim Bloom’s meeting with the media and the team’s approach at the trade deadline. (24:29) Tony discussed the play of Kyle Schwarber since being acquired by the Red Sox.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing last night’s Boston Red Sox loss and their positioning in the playoff picture. (12:35) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about the Red Sox business model compared to the Rays, concerns after the MLB trade deadline, and his confidence in this year’s team.
(0:00) Mazz and Joe Murray start Monday’s show talking about the Red Sox loss yesterday to the Indians and their upcoming series against the Rays (15:45) The Tamps Bay Rays have been a model organization for years but is their model ruining baseball? (25:30) The Red Sox COVID issues continue to pile up with Martin Perez being added to the COVID list today, with some breaking news of Matt Barnes being added to the COVID list as well.
(0:00) Mazz and Big Jim Murray start tonight’s edition of the Baseball hour with the Red Sox COVID issues. (15:10) Mazz gives his take on Chris Sale’s immaculate inning last night with calls coming in. (24:30) Bobby Dalbec has been on a tear lately but Mazz isn’t buying it.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti and Matt McCarthy opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and last night’s loss to the Minnesota Twins. Does Alex Cora deserve blame for the Red Sox struggles? (14:10) Mazz and McCarthy looked back at the acquisition of Kyle Schwarber and his play since coming to Boston. (24:12) When will Schwarber play first base?
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing last night’s Boston Red Sox win over the Texas Rangers and the continued struggles of closer Matt Barnes. Who should be the Red Sox closer? (13:39) Mazz continued to talk about the Red Sox bullpen situation and who could take over the role of closer. (23:47) Mazz also talked about the defensive play of first baseman Bobby Dalbec.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox bullpen and Matt Barnes’ role as the team’s closer. Who should be the Red Sox closer? (10:15) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about the eyeball test vs. analytics and the Red Sox closer situation. (25:02) Mazz also looked back at yesterday’s Red Sox walk-off win over the Texas Rangers.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing today’s Boston Red Sox walk-off win over the Texas Rangers and looking back the MLB trade deadline. (15:57) Mazz also talked about Bobby Dalbec and his defensive struggles at first base. (24:59) Tony discussed the performance of pitcher Garrett Whitlock in today’s win.
Tim McKone returns to Hardcore Baseball to discuss the Red Sox struggles since the deadline. Are they done? Plus, examining ownership's role in the collapse, Chaim Bloom's ability to build rosters, and how Kyle Schwarber's inability to play the field is hurting the Red Sox.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy, filling in for Tony Mazz, thinks Chaim Bloom has hurt the Red Sox with the moves he made at the trade deadline. (15:33) We dive into Tanner Houck continuing to be shuffled between the bigs and AAA, as he’s screwed by roster manipulation. (25:55) Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald joins the show to discuss Chris Sale’s start tonight, whether the Red Sox are worse after the trade deadline, and if the organization’s outlook on versatility is wrong. (38:40) A caller sparks a conversation on whether Chaim Bloom should get more credit for the state of the Red Sox farm system.
(00:20) Matt McCarthy opened up the show discussing yesterday’s New York Yankees doubleheader sweep over the Boston Red Sox. (13:51) Matt also talked about MLB’s proposal to introduce a salary minimum and a new tax on teams spending over $180 million. (25:20) Matt previewed tonight’s Red Sox series finale against the Yankees.
(00:20) Matt McCarthy kicked off the show breaking down today’s Boston Red Sox loss to the New York Yankees. (14:02) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined the show to discuss the Red Sox, today’s loss, the performance of Chaim Bloom at the MLB trade deadline. (27:38) Matt continued to share his takeaways from today’s Red Sox loss and his concerns with the Red Sox bullpen.
(00:20) Matt McCarthy opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox weekend sweep over the Baltimore Orioles. (13:43) Matt also talked about the return of pitcher Chris Sale and his performance in Saturday’s win over the O’s. (24:14) Matt discussed the return of infielder Travis Shaw.
(0:00) Jim Murray and Joe Murray have the call for The Baseball Hour and they start off discussing the Red Sox series with the Baltimore Orioles. (14:55) Can Kyle Schwarber and Chris Sale save the season? (23:12) The “Field of Dreams” Game took place last night in Iowa. (33:10) Looking at the comeback win stat for the Red Sox.
(0:00) The Baseball Hour opens up Mazz breaking down the Red Sox current struggles. (14:42) Jared Carrabis of Barstool Sports joins the show to discuss the Red Sox. (26:00) The Callers weigh in on the Red Sox! (33:20) Garrett Richards is being sent to the bullpen.
(0:00) The Baseball Hour opens up with Mazz breaking down the Red Sox tough weekend in Toronto. (11:00) Looking at comments from Chaim Bloom about the recent Trade Deadline. (22:17) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox struggles.
(0:00) On the Baseball Hour, with Matt McCarthy filling in for Tony Mazz, he discusses where the Red Sox currently stand after their nightmare weekend and who’s to blame. (12:07) McCarthy dives into Chaim Bloom’s shortcomings at the trade deadline and the impact of those failures. (24:19) McCarthy lets his excitement be known about Chris Sale's return and what it could mean for the Red Sox down the stretch. (31:54) McCarthy gives his thoughts on Barstool and Major League Baseball being in talks to broadcast games on their platform, along with Triston Casas taking home a silver medal from the Olympics.
Matt McCarthy is joined by Tom McCarthy, better known as Tom in Quincy, to break down the Red Sox struggles after the trading deadline.
(0:00) On The Baseball Hour, Matt McCarthy filling in for Tony Mazz, starts questioning whether the Red Sox are done after their most recent struggles. (14:38) McCarthy discusses if it’s fair to raise expectations for the 2021 Red Sox, after so many people were down on them entering the season. (26:54) McCarthy reacts to Martin Perez being booted from the Red Sox rotation, as callers offer up their thoughts. (34:49) McCarthy gives his thoughts on Buster Olney obliterating the Red Sox approach at the trade deadline.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the state of the Boston Red Sox after dropping two of three to the Detroit Tigers. Who’s to blame for the Red Sox struggles? (25:45) Mazz continued to break down Red Sox manager Alex Cora’s postgame comments after today’s loss.
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour talking about the Red Sox current struggles. (12:57) Mazz’s thoughts on Garrett Richards and his struggles. (24:40) Looking at the latest on Kyle Schwarber.
(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the debut weekend of first baseman Anthony Rizzo for the New York Yankees. (12:48) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about the takeaways from the Red Sox trade deadline. (25:35) Tony also discussed the latest on Chris Sale’s return to the Major League club.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz and starts Monday night’s show talking about the Red Sox being swept by the Rays over the weekend and the team’s lack of moves at the deadline. (15:30) Red Sox ownership and Chaim Bloom’s approach to the trade deadline are discussed with calls coming in. (26:50) The Yankees, Blue Jays and Rays all made significant moves at the deadline and some are already paying major dividends, how do these moves impact the race for the AL East?
The trading deadline has come and gone, and the Red Sox were nowhere near as aggressive as the other contenders in the American League. Tyler Milliken joins Matt McCarthy to explain why even he is critical of Chaim Bloom's approach (2:30). McCarthy and Milliken also discuss the role the luxury tax played in the Red Sox thought process (5:10), the Kyle Schwarber addition (15:00), Jarren Duran's struggles (18:25), how Red Sox players might feel about the front office (24:40), Aldo Ramirez (30:30), Anthony Rizzo (33:50), and takeaways from a busy deadline around the league (39:00)
- (0:00) Mazz and Matt McCarthy are in for the baseball hour and they start the show reacting to the MLB trade deadline and the moves or lack thereof from the Red Sox.
- (14:50) Mazz and McCarthy react to Chaim Bloom’s post deadline press conference.
- (24:30) Trade deadline reactions continues with calls coming in.
- (00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and their approach heading into tomorrow’s MLB trade deadline.
- (14:36) Mazz also talked about the play of Jarren Duran and the return of Chris Sale.
- (25:21) Tony continued to talk about the moves that are being made around the league including Anthony Rizzo to the New York Yankees.
- (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with thoughts on the Red Sox and the upcoming trade deadline.
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(14:37) Thoughts on Chris Sale as he gets closer to a return to the starting rotation.
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(25:53) Looking at the Red Sox and Jays two game series.
- (35:45) The Red Sox are finding their groove at home.
- (0:00) The MLB trade deadline is approaching and the Red Sox continuing to win has forced Chaim Bloom into a position to add to this team, so what are realistic options they should target?
- (14:30) Jared Carrabis from Barstool Sports joins the show to talk about the MLB trade deadline and possible Red Sox acquisitions.
- (24:10) The Red Sox are 17-7 at home since Fenway has been back at full capacity.
Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald and the Locked On Red Sox podcast joins Matt McCarthy to preview the MLB trade deadline. Will the Red Sox be aggressive and what is their biggest need? McCarthy and Mastrodonato discuss Anthony Rizzo, Max Scherzer, Whit Merrifield, Jose Berrios, Trea Turner, and more. Are the Nationals about to sell everything off? Are the Rays done? And should the Yankees really be buyers at the deadline?
- (0:00) Starting off the Baseball Hour, Matt McCarthy in for Tony Mazz alongside Brendan Glasheen, discuss the Red Sox dramatic series against the Yankees and how they lead baseball in “it” factor.
- (15:10) The crew goes back and forth on what the Red Sox should do ahead of the trade deadline, and whether Chaim Bloom will be willing to deal certain prospects.
- (25:41) After Chris Sale’s most recent rehab starts, McCarthy admits he’s finally getting excited about his return, while Glasheen is a bit less optimistic.
- (34:36) We finish the show by circling back to the Red Sox beatdown of the Yankees over the weekend, and Michael Kay's comments about Fenway Park.
- (00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the wild end to last night’s Boston Red Sox win over the New York Yankees.
- (14:49) Mazz also talked about the Tampa Bay Rays acquisition of designated hitter Nelson Cruz and what it means for the Red Sox approach at the MLB Trade Deadline.
- (25:54) Mazz previewed tonight’s Red Sox lineup against the Yankees and pitcher Gerrit Cole.
- (00:20) Tony Massarotti and Matt McCarthy opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox lack of production from the first base position.
- (14:37) The guys also talked about the performance of Garrett Richards in last night’s win over the Toronto Blue Jays.
- (00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussed the Boston Red Sox and their approach at the upcoming MLB Trade Deadline.
- (22:50) Tony continued to talk about the Red Sox Trade Deadline approach and whether they should hold on to their prospects or go over the luxury tax.
- (31:40) Mazz discussed the return of Chris Sale and last night’s rehab start for the Portland Sea Dogs.
- (0:00) Mazz is back and the Red Sox offense exploded last night against the Blue Jays, but Mazz wants to start tonight’s show discussing the Yankees series over the weekend.
- (14:50) Jared Carrabis from Barstool Sports joins the show to talk about the Sox after the break and his ongoing feud with Felger.
- (27:10) The Red Sox offense bounced back last night with three homeruns in the first inning including Jarren Duran hitting his first career HR.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz and starts the baseball hour talking about the Red Sox struggling in New York over the weekend.
- (16:30) The Alex Verdugo incident from over the weekend is discussed with calls coming in.
- (24:45) The Red Sox upcoming series against the Blue Jays is discussed with the Red Sox trade deadline options being brought up as well.
- (00:00) Matt McCarthy and Sean Sylver discuss the importance of this weekend’s series between the Sox and Yankees.
- (15:06) The guys discussed Dave Dombrowski’s role in building the Red Sox current farm system.
- (26:15) Baseball’s TV ratings continue to improve.
- (0:00) Mazz and Adam Jones react to the breaking news from Marly Rivera that one of the Yankees who attended the All-Star game has tested positive for COVID .
- (15:45) Jared Carrabis from Barstool Sports joins the show to talk about all the breaking COVID news around the Red Sox and the rest of MLB.
- (24:45) Jared sticks around for another segment to discuss Jarren Duran being called up by the Sox and the Red Sox draft picks.
- (0:00) Mazz and Adam Jones start the Baseball Hour with the breaking news of the team calling up Jarren Duran and they are joined by Joe McDonald who broke the news for the Worcester Telegram and Gazette.
- (16:10) Jarren Duran will join the Red Sox tomorrow night so Mazz and Jones revisit some of Alex Cora’s comments about him as he was progressing.
- (24:45) Duran’s expectations with the Sox and his home road splits with the WooSox are discussed with calls coming in.
- (0:00) Mazz is back for the Baseball Hour and is joined by Adam Jones, they start Tuesday’s show breaking down Shohei Ohtani’s impact on the Homerun Derby and All-Star game.
- (13:45) The Red Sox struggling before the All-Star break and their tough stretch of games against the AL East after the break are discussed with calls coming in.
- (25:10) Red Sox drafted Marcelo Mayer with the 4th pick in the draft on Sunday, Mazz and Jones give their thoughts on his future with the Sox.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz on tonight’s edition of the Baseball Hour and he starts the show discussing the Red Sox struggles heading into the All-Star Break.
- (13:10) The Red Sox drafted Marcelo Mayer with the 4th pick in the draft last night who a lot of reports had as the #1 prospect in the draft.
- (24:45) Shohei Ohtani is the coolest athlete on planet earth and he takes center stage at the Homerun Derby tonight.
Matt McCarthy and Tyler Milliken break down the 2021 MLB Draft and what it all means for the Red Sox with the 4th overall pick. Will Jack Leiter fall to the Sox? Plus:
Projecting the picks ahead of the Red Sox (12:00)
Marcelo Meyer and Jordan Lawlar (17:00)
Henry Davis (21:00)
Kumar Rocker (30:00)
Will the Sox go underslot at 4? (33:50)
Predictions (37:50)
- (00:00) Enrique Hernandez complains about the Red Sox shortened All-Star Break.
- (11:29) What the Red Sox need to do to keep up their win pace after the All-Star Break.
- (20:52) The Red Sox have the highest pick they’ve ever had in the MLB Draft on Sunday.
- (00:00) Mazz and Matt McCarthy discussed where the Sox are at heading into the All-Star break, and whether the pitching is good enough to make a run.
- (12:13) Boston fans never second guess the manager anymore.
- (33:36) Mazz gave his thoughts on the west coast road trip.
- (00:00) McCarthy gave his thoughts on Shohei Ohtani's performance last night.
- (24:55) Should the Red Sox trade for Craig Kimbrel?
- (00:00) Matt McCarthy, in for Mazz, can’t wait to watch Shohei Ohtani pitch tonight.
- (14:07) Jared Carrabis from Barstool Sports joins the show.
- (25:40) McCarthy and Big Jim discuss what they’d like to see the Sox do at the trade deadline.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy, filling in for Tony Mazz, discusses Jarren Duran not being on the U.S. Olympic Team and what it means for his timeline in terms of getting called-up.
(13:36) With the Trade Deadline less than a month away, McCarthy discusses potential targets for the Red Sox, along with what Chaim Bloom needs to do to satisfy fans.
(24:38) As the MLB Draft inches closer, McCarthy gushes over Jack Leiter and offers a second option that could make a lot of sense for the Red Sox, if Leiter is off the board.
(37:46) McCarthy dives into Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers being named starters for the American League in the 2021 All-Star Game and the Yankees being an embarrassment.
- (0:00) The Red Sox are exceeding expectations and Alex Cora has started to talk about the playoffs and the World Series, how much pressure does this put on Chaim Bloom to improve the roster.
- (17:10) Nathan Eovaldi has been great his last few starts giving the Red Sox and their bullpen the starts they need, how long can he keep this up and how much more pitching do the sox need?
- (26:30) The Yankees continue to struggle with Aroldis Chapman blowing a 4-run lead in the 9th last night, just how bad are things in the Bronx?
- (00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the play of the Boston Red Sox at the midway point of the season.
- (12:38) Mazz also talked about the return and the expectations of pitcher Chris Sale.
- (21:03) What are the plans for Chris Sale going forward?
- (00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the performance of pitcher Garrett Richards in last night’s Boston Red Sox come from behind victory over the Kansas City Royals.
- (12:56) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about last night’s Red Sox win and Garrett Richards.
- (26:24) Tony also discussed the play of outfielder Hunter Renfroe.
- (00:20) Matt McCarthy kicked off the show discussing the Boston Red Sox weekend sweep over the New York Yankees.
- (15:50) McCarthy and Jim Murray got into the performance of Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole in yesterday’s Yankees 9-2 loss.
- (25:44) The guys previewed Garrett Richards start tonight against the Kansas City Royals.
Alex Barth of 98.5TheSportsHub.com joins Matt McCarthy to react to the last week of Red Sox baseball and what is to come for the Sox with the trading deadline and the MLB Draft. They also reflect on Dustin Pedroia’s career and discuss whether Pedroia should have his number retired or should be elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
- (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz tonight on the Baseball Hour and he starts the show discussing Alex Cora pulling Nick Pivetta while he was throwing a No-Hitter and the upcoming series with the Yankees.
- (14:30) Calls come in on Alex Cora taking Pivetta out while throwing a No-Hitter.
- (26:30) Dustin Pedroia Day is taking place at Fenway Park and McCarthy discusses his hall of fame candidacy with callers weighing in.
- (00:20) Tony Massarotti kicked off the show discussing Garrett Richards’ performance in last night’s Boston Red Sox loss to the Tampa Bay Rays and Richards’ postgame comments.
- (11:26) What’s next for Garrett Richards?
- (22:33) Mazz also talked about how the new rules and penalties could impact the MLB Trade Deadline.
- (00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the Boston Red Sox and last night’s win over the Tampa Bay Rays. Is the Red Sox success sustainable?
- (13:54) Mazz also talked about some of the player reactions to MLB’s new penalties and umpire inspections.
- (33:27) Tony also recapped Pedro Martinez’s comments about the use of rosin.
- (0:00) Mazz opens the Baseball Hour with thoughts on the importance of the Red Sox and Rays series.
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(13:03) Jared Carrabis of Barstool Sports joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour to discuss the Red Sox, Rays, Yankees, and the AL East.
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(25:21) More thoughts on the series between the Red Sox and the Rays.
- (32:53) When does Jarren Duran get the call up to the Red Sox?