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  1. Dan Duquette, Orioles GM, on Jason Varitek

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    Tue, 28 Feb 2012

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    The former Red Sox GM joins Mut and Lou to talk about his trade that brought Jason Varitek and Derek Lowe to Boston .

    NLCS found at 7:14

    GM of the Boston Red Sox a guy who tore up the NLCS and had his great run and you know you guys see something in him you bring in Tim Wakefield. And he goes
  2. What Cody Ross can bring to the Red Sox

    Blog

    Tue, 21 Feb 2012

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    … three victories as they advanced to play the Phillies in the NLCS . Ross stunned the baseball world by connecting for a pair ..... against Roy Oswalt in Game 2. He would eventually be awarded the NLCS MVP, batting .350 with three home runs, three doubles while …

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  1. American League Championship Series
  2. Most Valuable Player
  3. World Series
  4. Philadelphia Phillies
  5. San Francisco Giants
  6. American League Division Series

Audio & Video

  1. Matt Perrault - Should the Redsox Retire Tim Wakefield's Number?

    Audio

    02/18/2012

    Matt Perrault thinks it is a tough decision for the Redsox as far as retiring pitcher Tim Wakefield's number. We take several callers who debate both sides of the issue. Listen here to see what Perrault and our listeners have to say.

  2. Tim Wakefield retires from the Red Sox

    Audio

    02/17/2012

    After 17 seasons with the Red Sox, the knuckerballer is retiring. Mut and Lou discuss Tim Wakefield and all the great moments he gave to Red Sox nation.

  3. What compensation will the Red Sox get for Theo Epstein?

    Audio

    10/14/2011

    Mut & Merloni open the show on the Red Sox and Cubs currently being in negotiations in trying to complete the deal for Theo to go to the Chicago Cubs. When will it get done and what compensation should the Red Sox give/take in return?

  4. John Dennis has up to date info on Theo Epstein to the Cubs

    Audio

    10/14/2011

    John Henry is negotiating with the Cubs. Dino has the latest info.

  5. Whooo beats the NLCS in tv ratings? Sponge-Bob Square Pants!

    Audio

    10/11/2011

    The boys discuss why Major League Baseball Championship ratings have severely dipped this year, and why they ended up getting beaten by 7 cable tv shows on Sunday night, including re-runs of Spongebob. We look at the youth factor, and whether the younger demo is tuning out MLB.

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Columns

  1. How new Red Sox Cody Ross is putting an uneasy offseason in the rear-view mirror

    Columns

    02/11/2012

    … 151 games for the Marlins. He was also the guy who helped carry the Giants past the Phillies in the National League Championship Series in '10 by hitting .350 with three home runs in the six-game series. But with his '11 season …

  2. What the addition of Cody Ross means for the Red Sox

    Columns

    01/24/2012

    … guy. The 31-year-old also is someone who thrived under the spotlight of postseason baseball in 2010, when he was named NLCS MVP. In the process, he offered a suggestion that he will remain unfazed by his playing environment. “It's kind of crazy the …

  3. V is for Victory (Now): How Bobby Valentine became the Red Sox' manager

    Columns

    12/01/2011

    … 97, a springboard season that ultimately positioned New York to reach the postseason in both 1999 (when they reached the NLCS ) and 2000 (when the Mets made it to the World Series ). The Rangers, in his first full year on the job, had likewise achieved …

  4. Seven years later, Sox rejoin Beltran sweepstakes

    Columns

    07/20/2011

    … They’re in first place,” Beltran said. “That’s a no-brainer.” Beltran has twice been to Game 7 of the NLCS , and twice come up just short – both times to the Cardinals. His last playoff memory, in fact, is of having taken an Adam Wainwright …

  5. Miller's crossing: Former top prospect tries to reclaim potential

    Columns

    02/21/2011

    … most believed would be the first of many in the left-hander’s career. Had the Mets advanced past the Cardinals in the 2006 NLCS to play in the World Series , Miller would have been on the Tigers’ roster. Instead, with St. Louis (a team whose only left …

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Blogs

  1. Source: Sox agree to deal with Cody Ross

    Blog

    01/23/2012

    … the Mets. Adam Rubin of ESPN.com added ( via twitter ) that it "sounds like" the 31-year-old outfielder -- the 2010 NLCS MVP -- "ends up with" the Sox. Ross, 31, is a career .261 hitter with a .323 OBP, .456 slugging mark and .779 OPS …

  2. Valentine’s Day: Bobby Valentine to become next Red Sox manager

    Blog

    11/29/2011

    … 536-467 (.534). While the Mets never won the NL East, they twice reached the postseason as a wild card, advancing to the NLCS in 1999 and then reaching the World Series in 2000, where they lost to the Yankees. Valentine was fired by the Mets after the …

  3. Red Sox choose Valentine as next manager

    Blog

    11/29/2011

    … division title, he has twice led teams to the playoffs via the wild card, guiding the 1999 Mets to the National League Championship Series and the 2000 Mets to the World Series (where they lost in a five-game series to the Yankees …

  4. How David Freese almost became a member of the Red Sox

    Blog

    10/29/2011

    … final strike and later hit the game-winning home run in the 11th. Freese was also named MVP of the National League Championship series , making him the sixth player to win both honors in the same season. A native of Missouri, Freese is …

  5. Cards complete comeback, crowned champs

    Blog

    10/28/2011

    … Series MVP. The third baseman hit .348 for the seven games after having also claimed the MVP for the National League Championship Series , becoming the sixth player in baseball history to claim both awards in the same postseason. Pacing …

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Audio On Demand

Chris Price checks in on …

Chris Price checks in on the Pats offseason and Welker signing his franchise tag

Christopher Price joins John Ryder to discuss Wes Welker signing his franchise tender. They also discuss what a crowded Patriots receiver corps will look like once the season starts, as well as the situation in the backfield.

Wes Welker, Patriots WR, on his contract status and the Patriots

Wes Welker joins Mut and Merloni to discuss his current contract status with the Patriots, if he thinks he'll be at the mandatory mini camp in June, and if he can see himself missing regular season games.

It Is What It Is Cast: Price and Chatham discuss the current state of the Patriots

In the latest edition of the "It Is What It Is" podcast, WEEI.com's Christopher Price and former Patriots linebacker Matt Chatham discuss the state of the Patriots at the midpoint of the offseason, touching on what they've accomplished in the draft and free agency. The two also discuss the impact former teammates Willie McGinest and Matt Light had on both sides of the ball, as well as a look at why some players struggle with life after football.

Doc Rivers with Sean Gran…

Doc Rivers with Sean Grande before Game 3 in Philadelphia

Grande talked to Doc before Game 3 against the 76ers about a switch on offense, and about the grind of postseasons.

Doc Rivers: Philly outplayed us in both games; we just won one of them

Celtics Head Coach Doc Rivers joined D & C this morning to break down his team's Game 2 loss to Philly. He gives his take on the foul called on KG's screen at the end of the game, the health of both Paul Pierce and Avery Bradley, and if they should have fouled earlier at the end of the 4th quarter.

Mike Lupica questions Rondo's decision making in Game 2

New York Daily News Columnist and Author Mike Lupica joins the guys for a second segment to discuss the national perception of the Celtics playoff run and KG's resurgence. Mike comments on the importance of Pierce, who the pressure would be on if the Celtics make the Eastern Conference Finals against the Heat, and give a preview of his new book "Game Changer."

Bobby Valentine with the …

Bobby Valentine with the Big Show

We discuss the Sox and their 5 game winning streak, plus putting the Beckett controversies behind them with the skipper of your Red Sox, Bobby Valentine.

David Ortiz gives a great speech on Tim Wakefield and talks five game win streak

Big Papi joined Joe Castiglone & Dave O'Brien live from the dugout after the Red Sox shut out the Mariners 5-0 behind a solid start by Josh Beckett. David spoke about his pregame speech honoring Tim Wakefield as well as the Red Sox' current winning streak of five games.

Mike Lupica: Don't write off Bobby Valentine

New York Daily News Sports Columnist and author Mike Lupica stopped by the studio to discuss Bobby Valentine's decision making as manager of the Red Sox compared to his time with the Mets. He touches on how Bobby V is handling his players, the lack of pitching the Sox have, and the D & C test Mike's knowledge of the names of characters in his books.

Ference: We didn't deserv…

Ference: We didn't deserve to win with how we played

Bruins Defensman Andrew Ference wraps up the Bruins Game 7 loss. He touches on just how the Capitals beat them, what his thought were on Ovechkin's performance, and how Tim Thomas' decision not to attend the White House visit affected the team.

Andy Brickley talks Game 7 Bruins and Capitals

NESN's Andy Brickley joined Dennis and Callahan to discuss the NHL playoffs and preview game 7 of the Bruins and Captials.

NESN's Jack Edwards with the Big Show

We're joined by NESN's own Jack Edwards after the Bruins knocked off the Caps in dramatic fashion to force a game 7 showdown this Wednesday at the Garden. Jack says: Bet on the Bear!

Mike Francesa wants to ba…

Mike Francesa wants to ban Twitter

D & C react to Mike Francesa's frustrations with twitter and wanting it to be against the law. They laught at Francesa's lack of know about how Twitter works, explain the importance to Twitter regarding breaking news, and put together their own list of things that should actually be against the law,

Lebron needs therapy when it comes to the final minutes of a game

John and Gerry began the show discussing LeBron James' decision making at the end of their Game 2 loss to the Pacers. They touch on if LeBron will ever be able to shake the label of being a choker, compare the closer mentality between Pierce and LeBron, and question Spoelstra's play calling at the end of the game.

Doc Rivers: Philly outplayed us in both games; we just won one of them

Celtics Head Coach Doc Rivers joined D & C this morning to break down his team's Game 2 loss to Philly. He gives his take on the foul called on KG's screen at the end of the game, the health of both Paul Pierce and Avery Bradley, and if they should have fouled earlier at the end of the 4th quarter.

John Smoltz, MLB Network,…

John Smoltz, MLB Network, on Josh Beckett, Clay Buchholz, and the Red Sox

Smoltz gives his opinion on the Beckett golf outing, talks about the struggles of Clay Buchholz, and Daniel Bard.

Buster Olney, ESPN MLB Insider, on Youkilis' trade value and the Red Sox

Buster joins Mut and Lou to talk about all the major topics in Major League Baseball and also discusses the trade value for Kevin Youkilis. Olney also tells a great Roger Clemens story involving Icy Hot.

Around the Major Leagues: Lawrie ejected, Strasberg uses Icy Hot, and Wright argues with his manager

Mut and Lou talk about three of the most intriguing stories in MLB, Lawrie's ejection, Strasberg using Icy Hot on his testicles, and David Wright arguing with his manager because he wants to get hit by a pitch.

Curt Schilling's 38 Studi…

Curt Schilling's 38 Studios vs Rhode Island... a drama made for sports radio

We discuss the Curt Schilling/38 Studios loan issue with the state of Rhode Island and try and bring out the facts of the case, and point why some people are giddy to see Schilling fail.

Bobby Valentine: There was no issue with miscommunication with Josh Beckett

We discuss the Sox and their 5 game winning streak, plus putting the Beckett controversies behind them with the skipper of your Red Sox, Bobby Valentine.

NBA Comissioner David Stern is disengenous, and smug about it

We discuss David Stern's comments about players flopping this weekend, and how the whole thing is one big contradiction from how he ruled on things like the Ron Artest suspension.

What to do with Kevin You…

What to do with Kevin Youkilis

Ryder and Kirk talk about what the Red Sox might do when their injured position players start making their return to the lineup and what that could mean for the struggling Kevin Youkilis.

Beckett Bounces Back

Ryder and Kirk Minihane are talking about Josh Becketts impressive outing against the Seattle Mariners. They also talk about the Celtics-76ers series and how much energy the Celtics will have in game 3.

What has been happening to the Red Sox

Mikey is back from Vegas and is talking all about his trip, the Mayweather-Cotto fight, Celtics and of course the Red Sox getting swept by the Orioles and what it will take for them to get things turned around.

Wednesday, May 16th Whine…

Wednesday, May 16th Whiner Line

Open season on Schilling from the Rhodey folks!

Friday, May 11th Whiner Line

Great whiner line featuring some old and new favorites... enjoy!

Whine of the Week - 05/11/12

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Wes Welker, Patriots WR, …

Wes Welker, Patriots WR, on his contract status and the Patriots

Wes Welker joins Mut and Merloni to discuss his current contract status with the Patriots, if he thinks he'll be at the mandatory mini camp in June, and if he can see himself missing regular season games.

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Jermaine O'Neal, Celtics …

Jermaine O'Neal, Celtics C, talks about his tenure with the C's

Jermaine O Neal joins Mut and Merloni in an attempt to let fans hear his side of the story on his time in Boston. Jermaine denies ever wanting to go to the Heat.

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Will Middlebrooks: I'm no…

Will Middlebrooks: I'm not looking to hit singles

Paw Sox third baseman Will Middlebrooks called in to D & C to talk about his hot hitting to begin the season. Will touches on what's been the key to his success, why he chose baseball over football, and his future as the next Red Sox third baseman.

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Wade Boggs: Oil Can Boyd …

Wade Boggs: Oil Can Boyd is a delusional drug addict

Wade Boggs calls into D&C to refute the accusations "Oil Can" Boyd made saying he was a bigot. He gets very emotional defending himself, thinks "Oil Can" is a troubled man, and his wife Debbie joins the conversation to defend Wade and his father.

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Cedric Maxwell: Garnett's…

Cedric Maxwell: Garnett's playoff performance is Bill Russell-esque

We talk to Max on the day of game two and get his take on the phenomenal playoffs that Kevin Garnett is having, how the rest of this 6ers series will play out, and more love for Larry Bird.

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