Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

The Ringer

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.

Play

Open in

41 episodes
a few times a week
Avg 1 hr 21 min
English

Episodes 41

Newest Oldest Longest

All20 Unplayed20 In progress0 Played0

Counted on this page — what you have heard stays on this device, so it is not something the list can be paged by.

Tuesday · 1 hr 35 min
A Look Back at the Last Two Pats Games With Chris Mason. Plus, Breslow and Tracy Get Deals
Brian opens by assessing the Red Sox season, whether they have what it takes to make a playoff run, and why the Sox decided to extend Chad Tracy and Craig Breslow now (0:00). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Chris Mason about the Patriots first two games, what is up with Drake Maye, how the Pats will split carries between Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson going forward, Zak Kuhr’s defensive philosophy, and more (26:25). Then, Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the Sox and the NFL (1:10:00). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Mason Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sunday · 1 hr 7 min
Pats Win Their Home Opener, With James White
Brian opens by discussing Drake Maye’s slow start to the season, and why the Patriots offense hasn’t been nearly as productive as last year (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Pats’ win over the Steelers, the defense’s impressive performance, how the offense can get back on track, and more (17:30). Then, Brian and producer Jamie take a listener call about the game, and celebrate the Red Sox clinching a playoff berth (42:40). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 17 · 1 hr 31 min
Patriots-Steelers Preview With Andrew Fillipponi
Brian opens by comparing Mike Vrabel’s coaching style to the NFL’s other top young coaches (0:00). Then, he chats with The Fan’s Andrew Fillipponi about the Pats-Steelers game, Aaron Rodgers’s second year as the Steelers QB, the beginning of the Mike McCarthy era in Pittsburgh, how the Pats offense can get going, game predictions, and more (8:30). Brian and Jamie end with the best bets for Week 2 of the NFL season, and touch on the Robert Kraft-Macklemore controversy (47:50). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Fillipponi Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 15 · 1 hr 18 min
How Do the Patriots and Drake Get Right For Week 2 With Chad Graff.
Brian opens by looking at how the Patriots can weather the AJ Brown injury, and which young players need to step up in his absence (0:00). Then, he chats with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about the Pats’ rushing attack with Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson, how the pass rush fared against the Seahawks, other notable storylines in the AFC in Week 1, and more (16:30). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Paul George’s introductory press conference with the Celtics, and some Red Sox odds and ends (48:00). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Graff Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 14 · 1 hr 30 min
The Sox Starters Dominate The Royals With Ian Cundall. Plus, Life Without AJ Brown
Brian discusses the Patriots’ wide receiver depth following the news that AJ Brown is heading to IR and who needs to step up the most to fill the void (0:00). Then, he chats with Baseball America’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox-Royals series, Payton Tolle’s terrific rookie season, which pitchers could come off the injured list soon to help the Sox as they head towards the postseason, and more (20:50). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Week 1 of the NFL season, and a listener email on the Pats (1:10:35). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 10 · 1 hr 35 min
Drake and the Pats Lose an Ugly One in Seattle, With James White
Brian opens by discussing Drake Maye’s terrible game in Seattle and whether there are serious concerns about him and the Patriots offense going forward (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ loss, the A.J. Brown injury, how the defense fared against the Seahawks offense, and more (27:30). Brian and producer Jamie end with their best bets for Week 1 of the NFL season (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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 8 · 1 hr 31 min
Pats-Seahawks Preview With Steve Muench
Brian discusses cornerback Christian Gonzalez’s new contract extension, why it took so long, and where that leaves the team entering the season. Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Steve Muench about the Patriots-Seahawks game on Wednesday night and how the Pats offense can move the ball against the Seahawks defense (22:30). They assess the Pats offensive line, give predictions and picks for the game, and more. Brian and Jamie end with some last thoughts on the big game (1:14:40). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Steve Muench Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 6 · 1 hr 20 min
Sox Sweep the O’s. Plus, a Look Ahead to the Pats-Seahawks Super Bowl Rematch.
Brian recaps the Red Sox’s four-game sweep in Baltimore over the weekend, including a superb start from Payton Tolle on Sunday (0:00). Then, he goes over some Sunday Thoughts, including how A.J. Brown’s presence will raise Drake Maye’s game and the ramifications of the Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl rematch on Wednesday (21:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the Clippers' punishment and the Sox (55:50). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 3 · 1 hr 40 min
Biggest Pats Questions With Sheil Kapadia
Brian discusses the Red Sox’s recent skid, their injury-depleted pitching staff, and Roman Anthony’s solid return (0:00). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia about the Patriots' upcoming season, how Drake Maye can improve in year three, how good A.J. Brown can be for the team, and other predictions (24:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Patriots' field goal controversy and the latest Dianna Russini news (1:13:30). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sheil Kapadia Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 1 · 1 hr 35 min
Pats Season Preview With Mark Daniels
Brian opens by digging into the high expectations around Drake Maye and just how much he had to carry the Patriots last year, compared to other notable young QBs in recent years (0:00). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Mark Daniels about the Pats, their thin depth at edge, whether their offensive line will be improved this year, where their receiving corps ranks in the NFL, and more (24:50). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the recent controversy revolving around Red Sox radio announcer Will Flemming and the Yankees (1:09:30). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Mark Daniels Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 30 · 1 hr 20 min
A Rough Weekend for the Sox in the Bronx With Chris Hatfield.
Brian chats with Sox Prospects' Chris Hatfield about the Red Sox-Yankees series, the Sox’s quiet bats, what is up with Willson Contreras, and what we can expect from Roman Anthony and Trevor Story now that they’re back with the team (0:00). Then, Brian discusses UNC and Bill Belichick’s win over TCU to open the college football season, and Christian Gonzalez’s contact negotiations (45:25). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the disappointing Sox-Yanks series (59:00). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Hatfield Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 27 · 1 hr 27 min
The Top 10 Boston Athletes
Brian opens by recapping the Red Sox-Marlins series, including a couple exciting wins before a disappointing loss. The Red Sox head to the Bronx next for a pivotal four-game series against the Yankees (0:00). Then Brian unveils his list of the top 10 Boston athletes, along with some honorable mentions (32:15). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the list, and Jamie adds in a few more names (1:04:50). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 25 · 1 hr 22 min
Breaking Down the Kayshon Boutte Trade With Doug Kyed
Brian opens by discussing Eliot Wolf’s press conference, including Christian Gonzalez’s contract negotiations and the Kayshon Boutte trade. He then talks about some interesting comments from Jayson Tatum’s camp and Payton Pritchard (0:00). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots, the Boutte trade, Gonzalez returning to practice, the running back depth chart, and more (19:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on Jarren Duran (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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 24 · 1 hr 5 min
The Sox Sweep Raffy and the Giants, With Kevin Hench
Brian discusses the Patriots’ preseason game against the Eagles on Saturday night and some surprising comments from Mike Vrabel after the game about the team’s lack of depth (0:00). Then, he chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox’s sweep of the Giants over the weekend, Craig Breslow’s redemption, how the Sox stack up with the other top teams in the American League, and more (14:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about Jamie’s recent piece on Fenway Franks in The Boston Globe (55:10). Fenway Franks story: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/17/magazine/onions-hot-dog-condiments-fenway/ 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 20 · 1 hr 23 min
Previewing the Sox’s Stretch Run With Chris Cotillo
Brian opens by sharing his approval ratings of the four Boston coaches for the Patriots, Bruins, Celtics, and Red Sox (0:00). Then, he chats with MassLive’s Chris Cotillo about the recent drama between the fans at Fenway and Willson Contreras, Garrett Crochet’s rehab progress, what to do with Trevor Story, Rafael Devers’s return to Fenway, and more (21:45). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Devers’s Red Sox career (1:13:40). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Cotillo Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 18 · 1 hr 16 min
Three Pats Takes With Nick "Fitzy" Stevens
Brian opens with some thoughts on the Celtics’ offseason and why the team ultimately decided to split up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown (0:00). Then, he chats with Nick "Fitzy" Stevens about the Pats, and they each share three predictions for the upcoming season about players who could make the year two leap, who will win the AFC East, and which wide receivers will shine the brightest (24:30). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Christian Gonzalez’s contract negotiations and some summer travels (1:08:00). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nick "Fitzy" Stevens Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 17 · 53 min
Patriots Predictions, Celtics Role Players, and Are the Sox in Trouble?
Brian Barrett opens the pod with Patriots talk before handing out some predictions. Will Drake Maye regress coming off a Super Bowl run? How soon can the Patriots and Christian Gonzalez resolve his contract extension issue? Will Derrick White have a bounce-back season for the C’s? Plus, are the Red Sox in trouble after their recent struggles? (00:38) - The Patriots' possible regression (05:44) - Derrick White's upcoming season (10:15) - Christian Gonzalez's contract situation (15:59) - Eli Raridon’s role on the Patriots (39:51) - How Paul George can help the Celtics The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Clifford Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 14 · 1 hr 32 min
Reacting to the Celtics Schedule With Evan Valenti. Plus, the Sox Avoid a Sweep.
Brian Barrett kicks off the podcast by breaking down how the Red Sox avoided a sweep and the biggest takeaways from the series. Then, he gets into the Patriots and Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation. Plus, Evan Valenti of CLNS Media joins the pod to react to the Celtics schedule and go over the key dates to watch for (Jaylen Brown’s return), then discuss the tough Eastern Conference slate. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Evan Valenti Producer: Clifford Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 12 · 1 hr 33 min
Pats Predictions With Tate Frazier. Plus, the Sox Lose Their Fourth Straight.
Brian discusses the Red Sox’s four-game skid as well as Adley Rutschman’s Sox debut behind the plate (0:00). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Tate Frazier about the Patriots' upcoming season, what to expect from Drake Maye, some of their favorite futures bets for the Pats and the rest of the NFL, and more (22:00). Brian and Jamie end with some last thoughts on the NFL and NBA schedules (1:16:30). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tate Frazier Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 9 · 1 hr 29 min
A Rare Series Loss for the Sox, With Ian Cundall
Brian opens by discussing Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s relationship, Christian Gonzalez’s impact on the Patriots defense, and Adam Vinatieri’s eyebrow-raising Hall of Fame speech (0:00). Then, he chats with Baseball America’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s series loss to the A’s, breaking a streak of nine wins. They also chat about which players could come off the injured list and make an impact, like Roman Anthony, Curtis Mead, and Trevor Story (23:00). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Sox (1:21:00). 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Showing 1–20 of 41 episodes