Felger & Massarotti

• (0:00) The third hour of the show begins with a reaction to John Henry’s comments about not speaking to the local media anymore.
• (13:42) Conversation on the future of the Red Sox front office and what the rest of the Red Sox season could look like after their recent success.
• (28:32) Caller reactions on the Red Sox, Celtics, and more.

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• (0:00) The second hour of the show begins with a conversation about the Patriots as training camp approaches.
• (10:35) The guys break down the Patriots and what to expect next year in the second year of Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel.
• (25:05) Reactions to the latest on Kayshon Boutte as his offseason drama continues.
• (33:48) The hour closes with an Anti-Felger and Mazz segment on parasites, smoking, and the sun.

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• (0:00) McCarthy and Hart begin the show discussing the World Cup and the impact it has had on sports fans.
• (12:57) Reactions to English Sports Radio following the England loss to Argentina.
• (30:08) The guys react to Jayson Tatum’s comments at the ESPYS about Jaylen Brown’s exit.
• (38:16) The hour finishes discussing the underachievement of past Boston Sports teams.

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• (0:00) The fourth of the show begins with a discussion on the direction of the Red Sox franchise.
• (14:05) Caller reactions to the Red Sox, Celtics, and more.
• (24:49) The Email of the Day and The Final Word!

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• (0:00) The third hour of the show begins with a conversation on the continued Christian Gonzalez contract dispute.
• (11:32) The guys discuss Gonzalez and Witherspoon attempting to reset the cornerback market.
• (23:53) Discussion on what Tom Brady was in his prime.
• (33:49) Caller reactions to the Red Sox, Celtics, and more.

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• (0:00) The second hour of the show begins with caller reactions to Mazz’ Tiers.
• (9:19) The guys react to reports of the 76ers players, including Jaylen Brown, trying to recruit Lebron James to Philadelphia.
• (17:59) Discussion on the Red Sox young core and how the Red Sox should handle them.
• (27:52) The hour closes with a reaction to Kylian Mbappe’s comments after the France loss on Bastille Day.

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• (0:00) Mazz, Perillo, and McCarthy open the show reflecting on Craig Breslow’s comments about stacking wins.
• (17:58) Could the recent Red Sox success save Craig Breslow’s job?
• (30:03) The guys discuss the Red Sox young core and how the Red Sox should handle them.
• (38:04) Mazz’ Tiers on the most disappointing players in Boston Sports history.

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In this Breaking Balls All-Star Edition, we break down the Red Sox’ late first-half surge (9 in a row, 14 of 16) and the biggest shift behind it: a philosophical change on offense. From embracing small ball to rethinking extra-innings strategy, this team is starting to play to its strengths — and it’s working.

We also dive into roster decisions, trade deadline pressure, and why this upcoming 10-game homestand could define the season.

🔑 Key Topics Covered:

The Red Sox’ winning streak and momentum entering the All-Star break

Why small ball and bunting are back (and actually working)

Alex Cora vs. Chad Tracy — is this a managerial shift or front office direction?

Extra innings strategy change: trusting pitching & defense over power

Why roster construction is forcing a philosophical adjustment

Upcoming 10-game homestand vs. Rays, Orioles, Blue Jays

Trade deadline implications and potential moves

Lineup battles: Cheng vs. Marcelo Mayer and more

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Intro & All-Star week schedule

01:00 – Red Sox first-half surge recap

02:00 – Contreras suspension strategy

04:00 – Chad Tracy on small ball approach

05:00 – Bunting trends & MLB context

08:00 – Extra innings philosophy shift

10:30 – Roster strengths vs. early-season approach

12:30 – Why the Red Sox are winning differently

14:00 – Crucial 10-game homestand preview

17:30 – Trade deadline outlook

18:30 – Roster decisions & lineup questions

19:40 – Outro & fan feedback

📺 More from Breaking Balls:

Weekly Red Sox breakdowns

Trade deadline coverage

Game-by-game analysis

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• (0:00) The final hour opens with the guys resetting their thoughts on Wilson Contreras’s comments about the current state of the Red Sox prior to the Home Run Derby.
• (13:10) Callers continue the discussion. 
• (23:29) Email of the Day and The Final Word!

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• (0:00) The third hour begins with the guys discussing the relationship between Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. 
• (14:58) Thoughts on comments made by Bill Chisholm last week about the decision to trade Jaylen Brown. 
• (24:27) The callers continue the conversation around the Celtics.
• (34:55) The guys react to breaking news that Willson Contreras will not waive his no-trade clause. 

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