The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox Podcast
MassLive.com beat reporter Chris Cotillo and MassLive.com supervising reporter/columnist Sean McAdam will be joined by guests from around Major League Baseball to break down the latest news, notes, rumors and opinions surrounding the Boston Red Sox.
Ep 465: Takeaways from Craig Breslow meeting the media on Day 1 of the GM Meetings in Vegas
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are on the scene at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas, breaking down everything Craig Breslow had to say earlier today. Stay tuned for more instant reaction episodes throughout the week!
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Ep 464: Reacting to the Red Sox making three small trades, plus bold predictions for the offseason
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss a few minor moves the Red Sox made earlier this week, plus give their hot takes on how this offseason will transpire for Craig Breslow and the club.
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Ep 463: Who won't survive the Red Sox roster crunch next week? Plus thoughts on Alex Cora's first interview since being fired, the coaching staff & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the upcoming roster moves for the Red Sox and talk about where things will stand after the tender deadline in November. Plus, the writers talk about Alex Cora breaking his silence and takeaways from his interview with Rob Bradford.
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Ep 462: Reacting to Red Sox coaching changes, plus how to fix the offense this winter & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam give their thoughts on the recent coaching changes for the Red Sox, plus discuss how Craig Breslow can improve the offense this offseason and much more as hot stove season nears.
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Ep 461: Which pitching moves will the Red Sox make this winter? Plus World Series thoughts & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam dive into how the Red Sox can bolster their rotation and bullpen this offseason. Plus, the two dive into the World Series and give their predictions for the Rays- Brewers matchup.
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Ep 460: Red Sox 2026 report cards Part II: Grading position players
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam finish their two-part series of end-of-season Red Sox report cards, this time giving their grades for each of Boston's position players.
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Ep 459: Red Sox 2026 report cards Part I: Grading the pitching staff
It's report card season. In the first half of a two-part series, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam hand out grades to the 2026 Red Sox pitching staff.
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Ep 458: Recapping the Red Sox' end-of-season press conference; what's the No. 1 offseason priority for Craig Breslow?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the Red Sox' end-of-season press conference after being eliminated in the AL Wild Card series and discuss what the priorities need to be this offseason for CBO Craig Breslow.
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Ep 457: Wild Card Game 2 recap — Red Sox' season ends with another bad loss to the Yankees
MassLive's Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo react to the Red Sox' season-ending loss to the Yankees in Game 2 of the Wild Card Series. The writers discuss more questionable managerial decisions from Chad Tracy and the postgame comments from Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras, who both ripped the team.
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Ep 456: Wild Card Game 1 recap — Red Sox blown out by Yankees, Cam Schlittler and lose Roman Anthony, too
MassLive's Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam instantly react to a brutal night in the Bronx for the Red Sox, who were blown out by the Red Sox, 9-0, in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series. The writers discussed the offensive struggles against Cam Schlittler and some questionable managerial decisions and analyzed the news that Roman Anthony is once again down with a hand injury.
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Ep 455: Red Sox-Yankees Wild Card preview and predictions, plus thoughts on Payton Tolle, Garrett Crochet & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam dive into this week's Red Sox-Yankees Wild Card series and give their predictions for how things will go in the Bronx. The writers also give their thoughts on Payton Tolle getting the Game 1 start, Garrett Crochet's status & more.
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Ep 454: Discussing the Red Sox playing Game 162 at the Trop, plus injury updates and rotation talk ahead of the Wild Card Series
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the Red Sox playing Game 162 at the Trop in Tampa Bay because of a Nor'easter, injury updates, and rotation talk ahead of the Wild Card Series with the Yankees on Tuesday.
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Ep 453: EMERGENCY Pod — Red Sox name Chad Tracy full-time manager (and extend Craig Breslow), plus what to watch in the final week of the season
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the Red Sox removing the interim tag from manager Chad Tracy and the extension of CBO Craig Breslow.
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Ep 452: Should we be worried about the Red Sox' offense? Plus thoughts on Willson Contreras' hand injury and a potential clinch in St. Pete
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss if recent play should make fans worried about the Red Sox offense, Willson Contreras' injury and when the Sox might clinch a playoff spot.
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Ep 451: Analyzing Payton Tolle's breakout rookie year, plus who is the Red Sox MVP in 2026?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss Tolle's immaculate inning and overall season, who has an argument to be the 2026 Red Sox MVP, and much more!
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Ep 450: Reacting to a good week for the Red Sox, plus what are reasonable expectations for Garrett Crochet, Curtis Mead and others?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the Red Sox' sweep of the Orioles and discuss their expectations for Garrett Crochet, Curtis Mead and other injured players who are trying to make their way back.
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Ep 449: What are the biggest Red Sox storylines to watch in the final three weeks? Plus Roman Anthony thoughts, recapping a bad homestand & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss what Red Sox fans should look for down the stretch & more!
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Ep 448: Recapping a lost weekend in the Bronx for the Red Sox, plus thoughts on the returns of Roman Anthony, Trevor Story & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the pivotal Red Sox-Yankees series in the Bronx, the returns of Roman Anthony and Trevor Story, and much more!
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Ep 447: With Roman Anthony and Trevor Story due back, who gets sent down? Plus thoughts on another win streak, Chad Tracy's future & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the Red Sox series win in Miami with a chance to complete a second straight sweep, plus they debate what the roster construction will look like with Roman Anthony and Trevor Story due back from injury soon, and much more!
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Ep 446: Will Red Sox fans boo Rafael Devers on Friday? Plus thoughts on the Arizona series, Willson Contreras' fan altercation & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the Red Sox series win over the Diamondbacks, preview the weekend set against the Giants, and discuss whether fans will boo Rafael Devers during his return.
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Ep 445: Are the Red Sox rushing players (like Adley Rutschman, Trevor Story) back from rehab assignments? Plus thoughts on key new injuries and a blowout win Monday
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the health of the Red Sox and whether their urgency to win is pushing players to return from injury early, plus a big win over the Diamondbacks.
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Ep 444: Analyzing a poor start to a Red Sox road trip, plus what do they do when Trevor Story and Roman Anthony come back?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the poor start to a short Red Sox road trip and the timeline of when Roman Anthony and Trevor Story could return and what their impact will look like.
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Ep 443: What to make of a three-game Red Sox losing streak, plus previewing Adley Rutschman's debut & more
Co-hosts Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo discuss the three-game losing streak the Red Sox are on, and also preview Adley Rutschman's impending debut.
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Ep 442: Red Sox are on another hot streak, plus thoughts on Chad Tracy's future, recent roster moves & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean mcAdam react to a very strong start to a Red Sox homestand a team that has suddenly won 27 of 30 games. The writers discuss what that means for Chad Tracy's future, plus react to recent roster moves such as Greg Weissert and Romy Gonzalez being demoted to Worcester.
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Ep 441: Trade deadline recap! Reactions to Red Sox acquiring Adley Rutschman, dealing Marcelo Mayer on a busy day
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam analyze a busy trade deadline day during which the Red Sox acquired Adley Rutschman in a blockbuster deal with Baltimore, dealt Marcelo Mayer to the Giants and more. The writers assess each deal and talk about the outlook for the rest of the season for the surging Sox.
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Ep 440: With 48 hours to go, what will the Red Sox do at the deadline? Plus thoughts on the latest Jarren Duran controversy
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss what the Sox will do at the deadline and give their reactions to Jarren Duran's latest controversy.
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Ep 439: Analyzing the Red Sox' Connelly Early-for-Curtis Mead trade, plus what comes next before the trade deadline?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam talk about the Red Sox' recent success, the Connelly Early and Curtis Mead trade, what other moves could be made before the deadline & more!
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Ep 438: Reactions to a 14-game Red Sox winning streak, plus what it means for the trade deadline & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the Red Sox' 14-game winning streak, including a close series opener against the Orioles, and give their takes on what it means for Craig Breslow's mentality ahead of the trade deadline.
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Ep 437: WEEI's Rob Bradford on if the Red Sox are for real, Craig Breslow's trade deadline decision & more
Host Chris Cotillo talks with WEEI's Rob Bradford about whether the Red Sox can compete in the American League, Craig Breslow's impending trade deadline decisions & more!
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Ep 436: Red Sox report cards (Part II): grading position players the All-Star break
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam grade Red Sox position players before the All-Star break.
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Ep 435: Red Sox report cards (Part I): grading the pitching staff at the All-Star break
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam grade the Red Sox pitching staff before the All-Star break.
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Ep 434: Takeaways from a Red Sox sweep in Anaheim, trade deadline talk and thoughts on Roman Anthony rehabbing in FL
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo (at home) and Sean McAdam (in Chicago) discuss their takeaways from a Red Sox sweep over the weekend in Anaheim. The writers talk about what it means for Boston's trade deadline plans, plus analyze All-Star decisions (and snubs) and weigh in on Roman Anthony being sent to Fort Myers to continue his injury rehab.
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Ep 433: Breaking down a poor end to a Red Sox homestand, plus thoughts on Willson Contreras' suspension after brawl with Cade Cavalli
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the Red Sox' sweep of the Yankees, but a poor end of the homestand against the Nationals, give thoughts on Willson Contreras' suspension and brawl & more!
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Ep 432: Is the Red Sox' five-game winning streak a sign of things to come? Plus thoughts on Marcelo Mayer, Jarren Duran & more
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the Red Sox' five-game winning streak and much more from the stands of Fenway Park.
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Ep 431: After a brutal Red Sox series loss in Denver, is it time to wave the white flag?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss multiple Red Sox collapses against the Rockies, what the plan should be before the trade deadline, and more!
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Ep 430: Takeaways from a Red Sox series win in Seattle, plus previewing the Rockies and thoughts on Rafael Devers' latest episode in SF
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap a Red Sox series win in Seattle, preview a three-game series against the Rockies, dive into the Rafael Devers drama, and more!
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Ep 429: Have the Red Sox hit rock bottom? Plus thoughts on the Rafael Devers trade, one year later
Have the Red Sox hit rock bottom after losing four in a row to end the homestand? Veterans like Sonny Gray and Isiah Kiner-Falefa sure think so. Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss that plus re-visit the Rafael Devers blockbuster trade, one year later.
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Ep 428: Will the Red Sox trade Aroldis Chapman, Sonny Gray, Willson Contreras and others?
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss a Red Sox series win against the Rangers, recent trade rumors, and more!
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Ep 427: Is Craig Breslow really safe? Plus Red Sox trade deadline thoughts and more after a busy 10-day stretch
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back together after Chris' trip to Italy, discussing Craig Breslow's job security, Red Sox trade rumors, and more!
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Ep 426: Ken Davidoff on "101 Lessons From The Dugout," the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry & more
Host Sean McAdam is joined by former baseball writer and author Ken Davidoff to discuss his new book "101 Lessons From The Dugout", the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry, a potential lockout, and more.
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