Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

By The Ringer

What's Off The Pike with Brian Barrett about?

Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, 'Off the Pike' features instant reactions to the biggest games and stories in town, plus unique conversations with local and Ringer personalities.

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Off The Pike with Brian Barrett episodes:

05.03.2024
B's Come Up Short Again, With Kevin Hench
Brian chats with Kevin Hench about another Bruins loss in a series-tying game, setting up a decisive Game 7 at the Garden (0:30). They also discuss the Celtics’ road to the Finals, the Red Sox’s surprisingly good start to the...
05.02.2024
The Celts End the Heat, With Michael Pina
Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ Game 5 win over the Heat to take the series, how long the Celtics will be without Kristaps Porzingis, and how they will fill his place. They also take a...
04.30.2024
Derrick White Goes Off, But Kristaps Porzingis Goes Down
Brian chats with Evan Valenti of the 'Celtics Beat' podcast about the Celtics’ rout of the Heat in Game 4, which saw Derrick White go off for 38 points, Kristaps Porzingis go down with an injury, a controversial flagrant foul...
04.28.2024
A Good First Draft For Eliot Wolf. Plus, the Celtics and Bruins Both Pick Up Wins.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ convincing win in Miami, which featured a much better defensive effort from the Cs. Plus another Bruins win in Toronto, putting them ahead in the series three games to one (0:30). Then, he breaks down the...
04.26.2024
Drake Maye Is a Patriot!
Brian reacts to the Patriots' selection of quarterback Drake Maye with the third pick in the NFL draft. He talks about whether Maye or Jayden Daniels will be the better pro, Bill Belichick’s media debut, the other rookie QBs taken...
04.25.2024
An Impressive Win for the B’s and a Brutal Loss for the C’s. Plus, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens on the NFL Draft.
Brian recaps a whirlwind night in Boston sports as the Celtics fall in disappointing fashion to the Heat and the Bruins win a thrilling game in Toronto. Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Nick "Fitzy" Stevens about the NFL draft, Bill...
04.23.2024
Alex Cora on the Red Sox’s Start to the Season
Brian starts with a recap of the Bruins' loss to the Maple Leafs, tying the series at one game a piece (0:30). Then, he chats with Red Sox manager Alex Cora about the Sox’s start to the season, how the...
04.21.2024
C's and B's Both Roll to Game 1 Wins
Brian recaps the Celtics’ dominating win over the Heat on Sunday and discusses Kristaps Porzingis’s importance to the Celtics offense in this series, the Celts' stifling defense, and why this series might not last long (0:30). Then, Brian goes over...
04.19.2024
Bruins Vs. Leafs Preview With Andrew Raycroft. Plus, NFL Draft Preview With Danny Kelly.
Brian starts by looking at the playoff picture for the Celtics and how they match up against their potential opponents, the Heat or the Bulls (0:30). Then, Brian and NESN’s Andrew Raycroft chat about the Bruins’ upcoming playoff series against...
04.17.2024
Seth Wickersham on Bill Belichick Not Landing a Head-Coaching Job
Brian speaks with ESPN’s Seth Wickersham about his latest article detailing Bill Belichick’s search for a head-coaching job this offseason, his interviews with the Atlanta Falcons, Robert Kraft’s role in the process, and where Belichick will go from here (0:30)....
04.15.2024
NBA Playoff Preview With Michael Pina
Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ season, the case for Joe Mazzulla to win Coach of the Year, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s chances of making All-NBA teams, the play-in games and potential first-round opponents for...
04.14.2024
Mike Gorman’s Last Game, Brady Hints at a Return, and Could the Pats Trade for a Receiver?
Brian gives out his Sunday thoughts on the Boston sports scene, including a look back at Mike Gorman’s great career as the Celtics’ play-by-play announcer, Tom Brady’s eyebrow-raising comments about a return to the gridiron, recent rumblings that 49ers WR...
04.12.2024
Metric Man Breakdown of Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels
Brian recaps a tough night for Boston sports as the Red Sox blow another lead against the Orioles and the Celtics don’t show up to play in a loss to the Knicks (0:30). Then, he breaks down Drake Maye's and...
04.11.2024
Jrue Gets Extended. Plus, the Celtics' Best Path in the Playoffs With Tom Giles.
Brian quickly recaps the Red Sox’s loss to the O’s Wednesday night before discussing Jrue Holiday’s four-year contract extension with the Celtics and how it will affect the team in the coming years (0:30). Then, he speaks with NBC Sports’...
04.10.2024
A Rough Day for the Sox With Ben Lindbergh. Plus, The B’s and C’s Go Down.
Brian recaps the Bruins’ loss to the Hurricanes, and the Celtics’ loss to the Bucks, which included some bizarre aspects and a lack of hustle from the C's (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh about the Red...
04.08.2024
Sox’s 7-3 Start Comes With a Price. Plus, the C's and B's Are Rolling.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ wins over the weekend before discussing the Sox’s 7-3 West Coast road trip and Tanner Houck’s sizzling start on Sunday (0:50). Then, he gives his Sunday thoughts on the Boston sports scene, including Trevor Story’s shoulder...
04.05.2024
Doug Kyed on His Most Recent NFL Mock Draft. Plus, Five Favorite Things From the Celtics’ Season.
Brian chats with The Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about covering the new Patriots’ regime post-Belichick, Robert Kraft’s bizarre offseason, Doug’s latest Pats mock draft, and more (0:50). Then, Brian gives out his five favorite aspects of this season’s Celtics team,...
04.04.2024
Are We Drinking the Sox Kool-Aid? With Ian Cundall. Plus, the Celts Keep Rolling.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Thunder, which gives them a 60 wins on the season and home-court advantage throughout the playoffs (0:30). Then, he chats with Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s sweep of the A’s,...
04.02.2024
The NBA Playoffs and Keeping the Celtics Together Long-Term With Keith Smith
Brian chats with Spotrac’s Keith Smith about the Celtics as they gear up for the playoffs, how the front office can possibly keep the team together as players reach the ends of their contracts, a look ahead at the Eastern...
03.31.2024
A Good Sign for the C's, a Bad Sign for the C’s, and Kraft’s Weird Offseason. Plus, the Sox Split the Series in Seattle.
Brian gives out some big-picture and small-picture thoughts on Boston sports, discussing a new tool in Jaylen Brown’s repertoire, Kristaps Porzingis’s spotty shooting from deep, Robert Kraft’s bizarre offseason, and more (0:30). Then, Brian reviews the Red Sox’s split of...
03.29.2024
A Sox Win On Opening Day. Plus, A Rough Celtics Loss.
Brian discusses another Celtics loss to the Hawks, which included some poor rebounding, some head scratching matchups, and more poor late game execution (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Red Sox’s opening day win in Seattle, Raffy Devers’ hot start, the...
03.27.2024
Daniels, Maye, or McCarthy With Eric Edholm. Plus, Sox Predictions.
Brian speaks with NFL Media’s Eric Edholm about the top QBs in the upcoming NFL draft, including LSU’s Jayden Daniels, North Carolina’s Drake Maye, and Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy. They also discuss potential players the Pats could target given their needs...
03.25.2024
B’s Check-in With Conor Ryan. Plus, Jerod Mayo Speaks to the Media.
Brian discusses Pats head coach Jerod Mayo’s comments at the NFL’s annual meetings on Monday, and what to make of Mayo’s eyebrow raising approach to the media, as well as how his words have stacked up with the teams’ actions...
03.24.2024
Is Joe Mazzulla Underrated? Plus, the Red Sox Rotation Is Set.
Brian explains why he thinks Joe Mazzulla has actually been underrated this season, as the Celtics have been playing with an incredible consistency and effort level on a nightly basis (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the Red Sox’s pitching staff, as...
03.21.2024
Mark Daniels on the Pats’ Offseason. Plus, Ian Cundall Previews the Sox.
Brian chats with MassLive’s Mark Daniels about expectations for new Pats head coach Jerod Mayo, the top QB prospects and their pro days, the franchise’s new team-building philosophy and timeline, and more (0:30). Then, Brian chats with Sox Prospects’ Ian...
03.21.2024
March Madness Picks With John Jastremski. Plus, the Celtics Beat the Bucks.
Brian recaps the Celtics' win over the Bucks Wednesday night and explains why he feels that the Bucks pose the biggest threat to the Celtics in the Eastern Conference (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the...
03.19.2024
Matt Hamachek on the Final Two Episodes of ‘The Dynasty’
Brian recaps another breezy Celtics win over the Pistons on Monday night and explains how the Celtics have generated such efficient offense recently (0:30). Then, he speaks with director Matt Hamachek about the final two episodes of ‘The Dynasty,’ which...
03.17.2024
Figuring Out The Pats’ Direction With Khari Thompson.
Brian talks to Khari Thompson about the Patriots’ offseason, the top QBs in the upcoming draft, wide receivers the Pats could target in the later rounds, and more (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the Red Sox’s undermanned pitching staff, and how...
03.15.2024
Andrew Callahan on NFL Free Agency. Plus, the Celtics Stomp the Suns.
Brian recaps another impressive Celtics win over the Suns Thursday night, in which Jayson Tatum got back on track and Jaylen Brown continued the best stretch of basketball in his career (0:55). Then, Brian talks to the Boston Herald’s Andrew...
03.13.2024
A New Element to the Celtics Offense. Plus, the Pats and Eliot Wolf Stay Busy.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Jazz Tuesday night. He details how the C's, and Jaylen Brown especially, have been attacking the rim with success since the All-Star break (0:30). Then, Brian reviews day two of NFL free agency,...
03.12.2024
Matt Hamachek on Episodes 7 and 8 of ‘The Dynasty’. Plus, Day One of NFL Free Agency.
Brian recaps the Patriots’ moves on the first day of NFL free agency, including signing former Patriot Jacoby Brissett and resigning Kendrick Bourne and Michael Onwenu (0:30). Brian then speaks with director Matt Hamachek about episodes 7 and 8 of...
03.10.2024
The End of The Mac Jones Era.
Brian details the trade sending Pats QB Mac Jones to Jacksonville for a 6th round pick. He discusses the Mac Jones Era in New England, and why it didn’t work out (0:30). Then, he recaps the Celtics’ win over the...
03.08.2024
Tatum and Celts Come Up Short in Denver. Plus, Pats Offseason With Zack Cox.
Brian breaks down the Celtics' loss to Denver on Thursday night, a shaky performance from Jayson Tatum, a typical stellar game from Nikola Jokic, and why Denver has to be the favorite to win it all (0:30). He also recaps...
03.07.2024
Fort Myers Check-In With Julian McWilliams. Plus, Late-Game Woes for the C's.
Brian breaks down the Celtics’ collapse in Cleveland on Tuesday night and why the team has struggled to score in crunch time (0:40). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Julian McWilliams about the Sox’s spring training so far, Lucas...
03.04.2024
Matt Hamachek on Episodes 5 and 6 of ‘The Dynasty’
Brian speaks with filmmaker Matt Hamachek about the latest episodes of his docuseries ‘The Dynasty’ which cover Tom Brady’s ACL injury, Matt Cassel and the 2008 Pats’ surprisingly strong season, and the Aaron Hernandez saga. They then preview the next...
03.04.2024
Celts Make History at the Garden, Roll the Warriors. Plus, Maye vs. Daniels
Brian recaps a dominant Celtics win over the Warriors at the Garden, which featured the largest halftime lead in franchise history, and argues that this team could be an all-time great in Boston sports history (0:30). Then, Brian discusses the...
02.29.2024
Adam Kaufman on the NFLPA Survey. Plus, Is It Time to Give Mazzulla Credit?
Brian chats with WRKO’s Adam Kaufman about the NFLPA survey that had the Patriots ranked near the bottom across most categories, whether or not this has affected the on-field product, and how the Pats can bounce back this offseason through...
02.28.2024
The Celts Keep on Winning! Plus, Eliot Wolf’s First Big Press Conference.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ ninth straight win, how the C's won this game over the 76ers in a different way than they usually do, and why this way bodes well for the team heading into the postseason (0:30). Then, Brian...
02.26.2024
Matt Hamachek on the Pats’ Super Bowl XXXVI Win and Spygate
Brian talks with filmmaker Matt Hamachek about Episodes 3 and 4 of his docuseries 'The Dynasty.' They touch on Bill Parcells's relationship with Robert Kraft, the birth of the "Patriot Way" as the team beat the Rams to win its...
02.25.2024
The Celtics and Bruins Are Heading in Opposite Directions
Brian discusses the Celtics' and Bruins’ recent play and what about their performances indicates that they are trending in opposite directions; the Celtics are playing their best basketball of the season and some of the best basketball in franchise history...
02.22.2024
Top Boston Athletes Draft With Nick “Fitzy” Stevens
Brian is joined by WEEI’s Nick “Fitzy” Stevens to talk about the Patriots, 'The Dynasty' docuseries, and what the team should do with the no. 3 pick in the NFL draft (0:55). Then, they go back and forth drafting the...
02.21.2024
Matt Hamachek on His Pats Docuseries “The Dynasty”
Brian quickly addresses Rafael Devers’ comments about the Red Sox’s lackluster offseason, before he speaks with filmmaker Matt Hamachek about the first two episodes of his new docuseries “The Dynasty” which chronicles the Patriots’ dynasty, beginning with the Pats’ Cinderella...
02.20.2024
Previewing the Celtics Stretch Run With Tim Bontemps
Brian chats with ESPN’s Tim Bontemps about NBA All Star Weekend, Bontemps recent’ NBA MVP straw poll, how the Celtics are shaping up for the stretch run of the season, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie discuss the news...
02.18.2024
Could The Red Sox Actually Be Good? Plus, A Question Celtics Still Need To Answer With Kevin Hench.
Brian talks with Kevin Hench about the Red Sox’s upcoming season and reasons there might be slivers of hope for the team, the Celtics’ impressive season thus far, their chances at winning a title, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and...
02.15.2024
Grading the Celtics at the All-Star Break With Brian Robb
Brian is joined by MassLive’s Brian Robb to discuss the Celtics as they enter the All-Star break and to give out grades for each starter and coach Joe Mazzulla (0:50). Then, Brian grades the bench and discusses the Cavaliers, who...
02.14.2024
Burning Boston Sports Questions!
Brian gives out his top burning Boston sports questions, including: Are the Celtics and Jayson Tatum facing the most pressure across the NBA to win this season? How will Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, and Robert Kraft each come across in...
02.13.2024
The Red Sox’s Lack of Pitching Prospects and an Outlook on the 2024 Season With Ian Cundall
Brian talks with Ian Cundall of SoxProspects.com about why the Red Sox have had trouble developing pitching talent in recent years, whether they can trade their other prospects for other teams’ pitchers, and other moves the Sox may make before...
02.11.2024
The New-Look Pats Coaching Staff With Joe Murray. Plus, Celtics Escape Miami With a Win.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Heat on Sunday, including a good all-around effort from Jayson Tatum, another shaky game from Jaylen Brown, and why this game reminded Brian of some of the Celtics’ recent playoff performances (0:30). Then,...
02.08.2024
Immediate Reaction to the Trade Deadline. Plus, Super Bowl Picks!
Brian recaps the NBA trade deadline, including a pair of moves by the Celtics and his winners and losers across the league (0:15). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call on Theo Epstein’s role at FSG and preview the...
02.08.2024
Celtics Make a Move and Beat the Hawks
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Hawks, including a brilliant game from Kristaps Porzingis and a solid team effort on defense (0:40). Then, Brian takes a closer look at the Celtics’ latest acquisition, Xavier Tillman, from the Grizzlies and...

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Off The Pike with Brian Barrett episodes:

B's Come Up Short Again, With Kevin Hench

The Celts End the Heat, With Michael Pina

Derrick White Goes Off, But Kristaps Porzingis Goes Down

A Good First Draft For Eliot Wolf. Plus, the Celtics and Bruins Both Pick Up Wins.

Drake Maye Is a Patriot!

An Impressive Win for the B’s and a Brutal Loss for the C’s. Plus, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens on the NFL Draft.

Alex Cora on the Red Sox’s Start to the Season

C's and B's Both Roll to Game 1 Wins

Bruins Vs. Leafs Preview With Andrew Raycroft. Plus, NFL Draft Preview With Danny Kelly.

Seth Wickersham on Bill Belichick Not Landing a Head-Coaching Job

NBA Playoff Preview With Michael Pina

Mike Gorman’s Last Game, Brady Hints at a Return, and Could the Pats Trade for a Receiver?

Metric Man Breakdown of Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels

Jrue Gets Extended. Plus, the Celtics' Best Path in the Playoffs With Tom Giles.

A Rough Day for the Sox With Ben Lindbergh. Plus, The B’s and C’s Go Down.

Sox’s 7-3 Start Comes With a Price. Plus, the C's and B's Are Rolling.

Doug Kyed on His Most Recent NFL Mock Draft. Plus, Five Favorite Things From the Celtics’ Season.

Are We Drinking the Sox Kool-Aid? With Ian Cundall. Plus, the Celts Keep Rolling.

The NBA Playoffs and Keeping the Celtics Together Long-Term With Keith Smith

A Good Sign for the C's, a Bad Sign for the C’s, and Kraft’s Weird Offseason. Plus, the Sox Split the Series in Seattle.

A Sox Win On Opening Day. Plus, A Rough Celtics Loss.

Daniels, Maye, or McCarthy With Eric Edholm. Plus, Sox Predictions.

B’s Check-in With Conor Ryan. Plus, Jerod Mayo Speaks to the Media.

Is Joe Mazzulla Underrated? Plus, the Red Sox Rotation Is Set.

Mark Daniels on the Pats’ Offseason. Plus, Ian Cundall Previews the Sox.

March Madness Picks With John Jastremski. Plus, the Celtics Beat the Bucks.

Matt Hamachek on the Final Two Episodes of ‘The Dynasty’

Figuring Out The Pats’ Direction With Khari Thompson.

Andrew Callahan on NFL Free Agency. Plus, the Celtics Stomp the Suns.

A New Element to the Celtics Offense. Plus, the Pats and Eliot Wolf Stay Busy.

Matt Hamachek on Episodes 7 and 8 of ‘The Dynasty’. Plus, Day One of NFL Free Agency.

The End of The Mac Jones Era.

Tatum and Celts Come Up Short in Denver. Plus, Pats Offseason With Zack Cox.

Fort Myers Check-In With Julian McWilliams. Plus, Late-Game Woes for the C's.

Matt Hamachek on Episodes 5 and 6 of ‘The Dynasty’

Celts Make History at the Garden, Roll the Warriors. Plus, Maye vs. Daniels

Adam Kaufman on the NFLPA Survey. Plus, Is It Time to Give Mazzulla Credit?

The Celts Keep on Winning! Plus, Eliot Wolf’s First Big Press Conference.

Matt Hamachek on the Pats’ Super Bowl XXXVI Win and Spygate

The Celtics and Bruins Are Heading in Opposite Directions

Top Boston Athletes Draft With Nick “Fitzy” Stevens

Matt Hamachek on His Pats Docuseries “The Dynasty”

Previewing the Celtics Stretch Run With Tim Bontemps

Could The Red Sox Actually Be Good? Plus, A Question Celtics Still Need To Answer With Kevin Hench.

Grading the Celtics at the All-Star Break With Brian Robb

Burning Boston Sports Questions!

The Red Sox’s Lack of Pitching Prospects and an Outlook on the 2024 Season With Ian Cundall

The New-Look Pats Coaching Staff With Joe Murray. Plus, Celtics Escape Miami With a Win.

Immediate Reaction to the Trade Deadline. Plus, Super Bowl Picks!

Celtics Make a Move and Beat the Hawks

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