Baseball Isn’t Boring

Like a lot of players in the World Series, a full calendar year can make things seem so different. That's certainly the case for Kyle Harrison, who ended 2025 with an uncertain future as a member of the Red Sox and now has found himself as a big part of the Brewers foundation after setting the baseball world on fire for the season's first half. Bradfo caught up with Kyle as he joined the Brewers on the big stage.

Game 1 of the World Series didn't disappoint, with the Brewers edging out the Rays, 3-2 , a wild one in Milwaukee. After the game, Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy joined Jacob Misiorowski, William Contreras and Jackson Chourio to explain exactly what happened in our introduction to what should be a great World Series.

Bradfo catches up with two of the three players that come into this World Series with previous World Series experience, Dustin May and Steven Matz, to discuss how this time compares to their first time, what advice they've given to their teammates, and more!

On today's BIB Daily, Bradfo is checking in from Milwaukee where he spent Thursday talking to a bunch of old friends and some new ones at World Series Media Day. In this episode there is a quick catch-up with Chandler Simpson (who offers an unforgettable quote) and a longer sit-down with Payton Tolle after the pitcher's foray into being a media member. Tolle gives a great perspective for what it was like to be on the other side of the microphone (which in this case had his face on it).

Bradfo is boots on the ground at the World Series, taking the Baseball Isn't Boring Road Show to Milwaukee. He caught up with a lot of old friends at World Series Media Day, while being introduced to some new ones. There was a lot to pick through when it came to all his conversations, but a few truly separated themselves. Cam Booser. Shane Drohan. Cole Sulser. All three represented what kind extreme adversity some of these players have had to go through to get to this point, teaching the most valuable kind of lessons you can find in this...

Bradfo catches up with two former Mets turned Rays, Freddy Peralta and Steven Matz to discuss their journeys to the World Series, what has changed since their Mets days, Matz's memories of the Mets World Series run, and more!

Bradfo catches up with Dodgers World Series Hero Miguel Rojas to discuss his advice for the Brewers and Rays and how he was able to perform in the biggest moment

Milwaukee Manager Pat Murphy and Ace Jacob Misiorowski are back at the podium to discuss making it to the World Series, the Chris Russo interview situation, what they know about the Rays, and more!

Gordo and Pat of Play Tessie are back with another episode of BIB Notes, with this episode perfectly timed thanks to the beginning of the World Series between the Rays and Brewers. The guys do a post mortem of the Guardians and Dodgers before taking a deep dive into what should be an excellent match up between Milwaukee and Tampa Bay. It's a postion by position breakdown. Yay, baseball!

Dodgers President Of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman and GM Brandon Gomes talk to the Los Angeles media about how it feels to lose prior to the World Series, Shohei Ohtani's status heading into this offseason, who takes the majority of the blame for this season being a failure, what they aim to accomplish this offseason and more!

Yankees Owner Hal Steinbrenner and GM Brian Cashman talk to the New York media about the futures of Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone, who takes the majority of the blame for this season being a failure, what they aim to accomplish this offseason and more!

Courtney Finnicum catches up with White Sox Pitcher David Sandlin to discuss this insane year that saw him go from Boston to Chicago and make his big league and playoff debut, what his plans are for this offseason, his take on the World Series, and more!

Two teams that have never won the World Series before. Two teams who are in the lower half of payroll, with just one player making more than $12 million. Two teams with combined three participants who have ever experienced life in the World Series. Two teams who are the best of the best in their respective leagues. These are some of the reasons this World Series between the Rays and the Brewers will be awesome. Bradfo explains ...

One of our favorites is back on the podcast, with Marlins pitcher Tyler Phillips making his return. The hurler who is known for slapping himself repeatedly before taking the mound joins Bradfo to tell some of the best stories you are going to find from any big league ballplayer. There are lessons learned, laughs had, and a great explanation as to why coaches calling pitches might not be all that bad. The guys also workshop a great idea if players need a place to play during any potential lockout.

With the A's hiring of Taylor Smith, who becomes the youngest president of baseball operations ever, and Pat Murphy having punched his ticket to the World Series as a 67-year-old manager, Bradfo wants to explore which way the game is going when it comes to age and how it all is panning out for the olds and the youngs.

CBS Sports' Julian McWilliams, fresh off covering the National League Championship, is firing on all cylinders in his latest appearance on the podcast. What is bugging Julian? How the success of these final few teams are bringing people out of the woodwork trying to take credit for how it has all happened. Analytics? Old school? Can't it be some of both? That's what Julian is saying, with Bradfo also offering up his pointed takes on what exactly makes these teams World Series contenders. It's an energy you aren't going to want to miss.

With Chandler Simpson setting the baseball world on fire with his postseason performance, we wanted to bring you back to when Baseball Isn't Boring helped introduce the baseball world to the speedster (who had just stolen his 102nd base in Double-A). It's a great listen and a great chance to learn how Simpson became one of baseball's most unique players.

The Rays have knotted the American League Championship Series at 2-2, thanks in large part to starting pitcher Nick Martinez. The righty met with the media following the Rays' win over the Guardians, with manager Kevin Cash and Drew Rasmussen also reflecting on the victory.

As part of Bradfo's wide-reaching conversation with former Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey, the topic of lessons learned came up. The current Mets senior advisor joined the podcast to discuss his perspective on his career, and what it's like to analyze a postseason. There is also some great reflection on a chaotic 2024 trade deadline. To listen to the entire conversation, click here.

Some players define their legacy with just a few weeks in October thanks to unforgettable postseason dominance. Josh Beckett has lived that life. The former ace with the Marlins, Red Sox, and Dodgers reunites with Bradfo for an insightful look at his signature moments and how the challenges and tough times were just as impactful for him. It's the kind of entertainment and education that is a perfect springboard into the World Series.

Bradfo is joined by former MLB Umpire Jim Joyce to address the behind-the-scenes interworkings of being assigned to umpire the Fall Classic

Guardians Manager Stephen Vogt and Rays Manager Kevin Cash take to the podium to discuss all the moments that defined Game 3 from the managers chair, including Petey Halpin's clutch homer that sealed the win for Cleveland

The Brewers are moving on to the World Series. But how did they flip the script on the Dodgers in that National League Championship Series? Bradfo took a deep dive in today's BIB Daily and uncovered some pretty powerful examples. Spoilers: Home runs and foul balls are really important.

Bradfo catches up with former Red Sox postseason legend, Kevin Plawecki to discuss his journey as a first year coach on a big league staff as the Padres catching coach, what he expected about the gig, what surprised him about the gig, and more!

Phillies POBO Dave Dombrowski met with the Philadelphia media to discuss his decision to hire Don Mattingly as the new full-time manager and Carlos Mendoza as their new third base coach, fire hitting coach Kevin Long, give updates on where Bryce Harper, Trea Turner, and Kyle Schwarber stand as we head into the offseason, and more.

Gordo and Sammy are back, this time to take a deep dive into the final four teams, the ramifications of three of them being small market teams, whether it's good or bad for MLB, how it could impact the impending lockout, and more!

Bradfo is back with another edition of BIB Daily, having a quick conversation about some of the biggest baseball topics of the day. This time around, he dives into the importance of Shohei Ohtani, who is hitting just .197 over his last 35 games and hasn't had a home run since Aug. 18. Typically, teams need alphas to make World Series runs. Ohtani is supposed to be that guy. He hasn't been. The Dodgers need him to be.

Former Minnesota Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey is back on the podcast, conducting his first interview since joining the Mets as a special advisor. Derek joins Bradfo to talk about his decision to leave the Twins and join the Mets, and how he views the world of Major League Baseball after sitting out an entire season. There is talk of trade deadlines, analytics and a memorable fake job interview with Kevin Cash.

Guardians Manager Stephen Vogt was at the podium, this time reflecting on a huge Game 1 win for the Guardians. Others helping paint the picture following the victory were Nathaniel Lowe and Patrick Bailey.

With John Smoltz telling Jake Bauers that his 12-pitch at-bat against the Dodgers was the best postseason at-bat he has seen, we were inspired to ask: What is the best postseason at-bat you have seen? Bradfo chimes in, highlighting a one-pitch at-bat by David Ortiz exactly 13 years ago. As a bonus, we have the outfielder who just missed ruining that moment for Ortiz, Torii Hunter, give his side of the story. It's another great conversation.

Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy and his kids were back at the podium, this time reflecting on a huge Game 2 win for the Brewers. Others helping paint the picture following the victory were Christian Yelich, Jake Bauers and William Contreras.

The Dodgers find themselves in an unfamiliar hole after losing Game 2 to the Brewers, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto having the worst postseason outing of his career. The starter is joined by Dodgers manager Dave Roberts in meeting with the media following the defeat.

Stephen Vogt was anything but an obvious hire for the Cleveland Guardians as their manager, which is why Bradfo's sit-down with Guardians president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti is so important to listen to. The two reflected on the reasoning behind tabbing Vogt as Cleveland's skipper, a move that looks really, really good as the Guardians head into the American League Championship Series.

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy never disappoints when it comes to analysis and entertaining, and this time it's a perfect time, with his team just claiming a 1-0 series lead in the National League Championship Series against the Dodgers. Also answering questions after the win were Jacob Misiorowski, Brice Turang and Luis Lara. It was a great press conference after a great game.

The Rays. The Guardians. The Dodgers. The Brewers. They are the Final Four of Major League Baseball, and each has a unique blueprint for separating themselves from the rest of baseball. Rich Hill, who has played with three of the four teams, joins Bradfo to give a unique perspective regarding what makes these teams - and their managers - tick. It's insight you aren't going to get anywhere else.

Courtney Finnicum is boots on the ground in Cleveland immediately after the Guardians advanced to the American League Championship Series, catching up with both Travis Bazzana and Gavin Williams. It's a pair of conversations that really catch the spirit of the thing.

Longtime Cleveland broadcaster Tom Hamilton is the perfect person to talk to about calling a postseason game, which he got the chance to do once again thanks to the White Sox and Guardians epic division series. Courtney Finnicum catches up with Tom to talk all about it. Hamilton joins Courtney before Game 5 to talk about the Guardians' resilience, his greatest call in 37 years, his Cooperstown honor, and why baseball isn't boring. "Everybody thinks they know. Nobody knows."

It's a rematch of last year's National League Championship Series, this time with the Dodgers traveling to Milwaukee for Game 1 of the best-of-seven series. Dave Roberts and Mookie Betts each answered questions before Los Angeles boarded its flight to take on the Brewers.

It's October, and that means the best of the best are emerging in the world of baseball. That includes the broadcast booth. Living life as a national baseball broadcaster in the playoffs is a unique experience. Just ask Brian Anderson. He reflect on Bradfo's conversation with one of TBS's go-to guys when it comes to playoff baseball.

With the Guardians coming back to win two games in Chicago, the White Sox now find themselves back in Cleveland where they will be playing a decisive Game 5 to determine who goes on to play the Rays in the American League Championship Series. White Sox manager Will Venable and starting pitcher Sean Burke took to the podium to preview what awaits.