The Boston Globe Red Sox Podcast

Ep.098 Conversation with Jim Kaat

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 19:36:09 GMT

Daigo Fujiwara and Chad Finn talk with the pitching great and MLB Network analyst on surprise teams, how to fix the Red Sox, and why shutting down Stephen Strasburg was a bad idea.

Ep.097 Spoilers allowed

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 16:47:39 GMT

Nick Cafardo and Chad Finn discuss the Red Sox' role of spoiler in the AL East, whether Rick Peterson would be a good fit as pitching coach, David Ortiz's status, and how Dwight Evans could help the outfielders.

Ep.096 Fact-finding mission

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:07:39 GMT

Tony Massarotti and Chad Finn discuss Bobby Valentine's status, what Dustin Pedroia means to the franchise, and stunning success of the Orioles in the AL East race.

Ep.095 The trade

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:05:19 GMT

Eric Wilbur and Chad Finn discuss the pros and cons of the blockbuster deal that sent Adrian Gonzalez, Josh Beckett, Carl Crawford, and Nick Punto to the Dodgers, and what it means for the Red Sox' future.

Ep.094 Late changes

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 18:30:53 GMT

Peter Abraham and Chad Finn discuss the Red Sox' firing of pitching coach Bob McClure, Carl Crawford's season-ending surgery, and what to look forward to in the remaining six weeks of the season.

Ep.093 Where are the Sox headed?

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 17:18:39 GMT

Tony Massarotti and Steve Silva discuss the troubles of pitchers Jon Lester and Josh Beckett, whether Red Sox have a dysfunctional clubhouse, manager's Bobby Valentine’s status and the team’s troubled bullpen.

Ep.092 Harold Reynolds talks Red Sox

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 19:10:49 GMT

MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds joined Steve Silva and Daigo Fujiwara to talk about the state of the Red Sox, trade deadline possibilities, and keys for the Red Sox to make the playoffs.

Ep.091 Returns and replacements

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 19:08:59 GMT

Michael Vega and Chad Finn discuss the return of Jacoby Ellsbury and Carl Crawford, the curious decision to send Franklin Morales to the bullpen, and options to fill in for David Ortiz.

Ep.090 Conversation with the Eck

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:30:13 GMT

Daigo Fujiwara and Chad Finn talk with Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley about the state of the Red Sox, why Jon Lester and Josh Beckett have failed to pitch up their ability, and Adrian Gonzalez's power outage.

Ep.089 Changing of the guard

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:20:42 GMT

Michael Vega and Chad Finn discuss the Kevin Youkilis trade, what to expect from Will Middlebrooks, and the state of the Red Sox' starting rotation.

Ep.088 Problems and solutions

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 21:05:17 GMT

Tony Massarotti and Chad Finn discuss whether the Red Sox have a "toxic" clubhouse, which players should be untouchable in trade talks, and evaluate the job Bobby Valentine has done so far.

Ep.087 Sinking feelings

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 18:27:37 GMT

Chad Finn and Steve Silva discuss the slumping Adrian Gonzalez and Dustin Pedroia, the upcoming series with Theo Epstein's Cubs, whether the Red Sox will ever get on a roll, and the team's issues with umpires.

Ep.086 Depth perception

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 20:50:57 GMT

Ep.086 Depth perception Nick Cafardo and Chad Finn discuss the Daniel Bard dilemma, Daniel Nava's emergence, the depth of the bullpen and outfield, and the possibility of trading Kevin Youkilis.

Ep.085 Fulfilling promise

Tue, 29 May 2012 21:29:22 GMT

Michael Vega and Chad Finn discuss encouraging signs for the Red Sox, including the emergence of Felix Doubront and Jarrod Saltalamacchia.

Ep.084 Problems and solutions

Tue, 22 May 2012 20:16:52 GMT

Peter Abraham and Chad Finn discuss the Red Sox' depleted outfield, the state of AL East, Andrew Miller and the improved bullpen, and Clay Buchholz's struggles.

Ep.083 A turn around the rotation

Tue, 15 May 2012 19:13:27 GMT

Tony Massarotti and Chad Finn discuss positive signs with the Red Sox rotation, whether Will Middlebrooks has taken Kevin Youkilis's job, and moving Adrian Gonzalez to the outfield during interleague play.

Ep.082 Where there's a Will

Tue, 08 May 2012 19:11:57 GMT

Chad Finn and Steve Silva discuss Will Middlebrooks's arrival and what it may mean for Kevin Youkilis, Clay Buchholz and the problematic starting pitching, and Adrian Gonzalez's recent struggles.

Ep.081 Not half bad

Tue, 01 May 2012 19:43:52 GMT

Nick Cafardo and Chad Finn discuss the work in progress called the Red Sox bullpen, offensive production from unsung players, and the contributions of newcomer Marlon Byrd.

Ep.080 Role players

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:54:57 GMT

Michael Vega and Chad Finn discuss the Red Sox' bullpen, whether Daniel Bard should be a starter or reliever, and the pieced-together Red Sox outfield.

Ep.079 Closing comments

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:29:12 GMT

Peter Abraham and Chad Finn discuss the Red Sox' closer situation, the season debut of Felix Doubront, and positives to be found in the 1-3 start.

Ep.078 Thumbs up, thumbs down

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:54:26 GMT

Chad Finn and Steve Silva discuss the injuries to Josh Beckett and Andrew Bailey, the status of Carl Crawford, and predict how many games the Red Sox will win in 2012.

Ep.077 Short answers

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:28:01 GMT

Nick Cafardo and Chad Finn discuss the decision to go with Mike Aviles over Jose Iglesias at shortstop, whether Ryan Lavarnway should stick, why Daniel Bard and Felix Doubront should be in the rotation, and the strengths and weaknesses as the season nears.

Ep.076 Short-term solutions

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 22:37:22 GMT

Peter Abraham and Chad Finn discuss why Mike Aviles should be the shortstop, what to expect from closer Andrew Bailey, the addition of a wild-card team in each league, and a few thoughts on the Yankees.

Ep.075 Beginnings and an end

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 20:39:41 GMT

Chad Finn and Steve Silva discuss Jason Varitek's legacy, Bobby Valentine's energetic approach to spring training, and potential breakouts and surprises.

Ep.074 Springing into action

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:00:26 GMT

Nick Cafardo and Chad Finn discuss what to watch for at spring training, the possibility of signing Roy Oswalt, the status of Jason Varitek and Tim Wakefield, and the new ballpark in Ft. Myers.