Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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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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Mar 21, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
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 NCAA men’s basketball tournament as they give out their picks and best bets for March Madness (31:50). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the tournament (50:20). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: John Jastremski Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 19, 2024 · 1 hr 18 min
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 cover Bill Belichick’s head-scratching decision to sit Malcolm Butler in Super Bowl LII, Belichick’s masterful defensive game plan versus the Rams in Super Bowl LIII, his relationship with Tom Brady as the dynasty came to an end, and more (23:30). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the docuseries (1:05:05). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Matt Hamachek Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 17, 2024 · 1 hr 4 min
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 things got so bad (40:50). Finally, Brian and Jamie commiserate about the Sox, and answer a listener email about the NFL draft (55:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Khari Thompson Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 15, 2024 · 1 hr 20 min
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 Callahan about NFL free agency, how the Pats lost out to the Titans on WR Calvin Ridley, whom they can still target to bolster their offensive line, which QB they should take in the draft, and more (20:45). Finally, Brian and Jamie answer a couple Celtics-related emails (1:00:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 13, 2024 · 59 min
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, the Patriots' retention of linebacker Josh Uche, wide receivers the team could still target, and a clue about which QB Washington may take at no. 2 in the draft (26:15). Brian and Jamie end with some NFL free agency trivia (45:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 12, 2024 · 1 hr 20 min
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 his docuseries ‘The Dynasty’ which cover Deflategate and Tom Brady’s ensuing suspension, Super Bowl 49 and Malcolm Butler’s miraculous interception, the Patriots’ historic comeback in Super Bowl 51, and more (20:35). Brian takes a listener call before he and Jamie end with some last thoughts on the episodes (1:00:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Matt Hamachek Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 10, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
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 Suns on Saturday night, and explains a couple thoughts he has on the Celtics’ two biggest stars, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown (25:45). He also recaps the Bruins’ win over the Penguins on Saturday, and their moves at the trade deadline (42:25). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on Mac Jones’ tenure in New England (48:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 8, 2024 · 1 hr 43 min
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 the Bruins' feisty win over Toronto, which could be a playoff series preview (22:50). Then, he chats with Zack Cox about the Pats’ offseason, Bill Belichick’s potential media gigs, who the Pats should target in free agency, and more (30:10). Finally, Brian answers some listener calls, before Brian and Jamie offer some final thoughts on the Celtics-Nuggets game (1:18:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 7, 2024 · 1 hr 28 min
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 Giolito’s injury and how it affects the pitching staff, Brian Bello’s reported contract extension, Rafael Devers’s season outlook, and more (26:45). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener email and talk about the Pats’ offseason (1:12:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Julian McWilliams Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 4, 2024 · 1 hr 15 min
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 couple episodes, which cover the Deflategate controversy (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a couple listener emails on the series, and discuss how it portrays different members of the dynasty (42:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Matt Hamachek Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 4, 2024 · 58 min
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 NFL scouting combine and which QB he thinks will be available with the third pick: Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels (25:00). Finally, Brian and Jamie discuss the Celtics’ incredible win streak (45:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 29, 2024 · 1 hr 31 min
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 free agency and the draft (0:00). Then, they discuss Joe Mazzulla as head coach, and whether he deserves more credit for the Celtics’ impressive season (40:35). Later, they look at some Red Sox futures bets, as well as which have the best value (1:01:55). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email, and look ahead to the Celtics-Mavericks game on Friday night (1:14:35). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Adam Kaufman Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 28, 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
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 discusses Patriots' de facto GM Eliot Wolf’s press conference, which included insight into how Wolf evaluates talent, the draft, QBs, and also shows just how much power he now wields in Foxborough (27:30). Finally, Brian and Jamie chat about the Celtics and their tough upcoming schedule (51:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 26, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
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 first Super Bowl, Spygate, the ’07 undefeated season, and more (0:15). Then Brian gives out a few leftover thoughts on the show before hitting on some Patriots offseason news, including Eliot Wolf’s drafting process (30:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and some more Pats talk (55:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Matt Hamachek Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 25, 2024 · 1 hr 13 min
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 (0:30), while the Bruins are fading (34:35). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call and touch on the Sox and spring training (49:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 22, 2024 · 1 hr 35 min
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 best 21st-century Boston athletes, before producer Jamie joins to note a few omissions from their squads, and declare a winner (30:10). Brian and Jamie then end with a few leftover thoughts about the draft, and reflect on what an incredible run Boston sports have had since 2000 (1:21:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nick “Fitzy” Stevens Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 21, 2024 · 1 hr 28 min
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 season that started it all back in 2001 (0:40). Then, Brian looks back at Matthew Slater’s incredible career with the news that he is retiring after 16 seasons with the Patriots. He then takes a closer look at the top 3 QBs in the upcoming NFL Draft, and recaps the Bruins’ recent shaky play (39:35). Finally, Brian and Jamie answer some listener emails on NBA All-Star Weekend, the Celtics, and the Sox (55:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Matt Hamachek Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 20, 2024 · 1 hr 35 min
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 that the Red Sox have signed pitcher Liam Hendriks, and some other spring training nuggets (53:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tim Bontemps Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 18, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
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 Jamie touch on the Pats docuseries “The Dynasty” and preview this week’s upcoming podcast with the director of the show, Matthew Hamachek (51:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 15, 2024 · 59 min
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 now sit right behind the Celtics in the East (28:25). Finally, Brian and Jamie answer a listener email regarding Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick and look ahead toward the NBA All-Star Weekend (42:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Brian Robb Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices