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Buster Olney joins Mut and Merloni to discuss Andrew Bailey retaining the closer role despite Joel Hanrahan being ready to go, the coaching staff, and the umpiring in MLB.
John Gerry and Kirk led off the show discussing the Sox come from behind win last night over the Oakland A's . The guys agreed that the character of this years team was a factor in the win. Lastly they said that the closer controversy will be less of an issue due to the professionalism of Andrew Bailey.
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Remember when Keith Foulke came to the Red Sox ? It was 2004 and he had just jumped from being the closer of the Oakland A ' s to the Red Sox' game-ender. All he did for an introduction to his new team that year was give up one single run over
July 9, 2011, he was smacked in the face with the reality that comes with being a major league closer when the then- Oakland Athletics ' reliever watched Josh Hamilton launch a 95 mph, 2-0 fastball into the right field seats at The Ballpark in Arlington
test, along with game simulation, which, in Francona's case, involved managing the late innings of a game between the Oakland A ' s and Angels. They are long days, but, as Byrnes remembers, productive, nonetheless. "Theo did a great job of making
GM who was quickly coming to be portrayed as the single most important individual in the success of the small-market Oakland Athletics . The Sox flew him across the country on a private jet and toasted his agreement to become the GM who would end Boston
said Tampa Bay Rays pitching coach Jim Hickey. “I do remember way back (in 1990), Bob Welch won 27 games for the Oakland Athletics . Not to say he didn’t pitch well, but I’m sure if you took the numbers and lined them up against pitchers who won 15
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Sox are the league’s best at 14-7 after defeating the Oakland A ’ s on Wednesday. Houston has only won two of their first seven ..... inning in his last outing, allowing 3 runs on 3 hits to the Oakland A ’ s in the series opener. Sunday, 4/28: TBA vs. Bud Norris
In Oakland, as in Houston, Jed Lowrie has relished the chance to be an everyday shortstop. While he never got that opportunity in Boston, Lowrie said Monday that all that matters to him now is settling into his job with the A’s. “Things play out for a reason,” Lowrie said. “For whatever reason, it
the Red Sox’ starters the longest streak of a rotation allowing three runs or less in the American League since the 1981 Oakland A ’ s run of 16 straight stellar starts. The win also handed the Sox their first back-to-back series sweeps since they rattled
the Red Sox’ starters the longest streak of a rotation allowing three runs or less in the American League since the 1981 Oakland A ’ s run of 16 straight stellar starts. The win also handed the Sox their first back-to-back series sweeps since they rattled
game in Tampa. It’s playing for the oldest organization in the Cincinnati Reds. The team I grew up cheering for, the Oakland A ’ s . I’ve played in our capital, in Washington. With all that being said, I’ve played under Lou Piniella , Joe Maddon
In the latest edition of the "It Is What It Is" podcast, Chris Price and CSNNE's Mike Giardi take a look at the Patriots offseason on both sides of the ball, try and get a handle on which new guys will make an impact first, and whether or not the Patriots have altered their style when it comes to drafting and developing wide receivers.
Mike Florio joined the program to discuss the Jets decision to release Tim Tebow, he said the situation is as disaster all around for the Jets and that the problems begins with owner Woody Johnson. Mike also said that he was disappointed with the Pats moving back in the first round.
One of the hardest working men in the biz, Mike Petraglia aka "Trags", sits down with Butch Stearns live in Foxborough to help break down all the latest Pats moves. He discusses his reaction to the trade in Round 1 and the guys those picks produced. Also, the boys talk about the decent trade the Pats made in acquiring LeGarrette Blount from Tampa Bay for Jeff Demps and a 7th rounder.
We check in with Danny Ainge for our first talk to him since the Celtics season ended last weekend. We talk about the future of the team, KG, Pierce, Doc Rivers and more, as Danny directly answers the rumors being floated by ESPN's Stephen A. Smith.
Jackie Mac joins the show to discuss the trade rumors swirling around Paul Pierce, KG, Doc Rivers and the Celtics. She also discusses the future of the Celtics head coach.
Stephen A. joined the program to discuss the trade rumors he has reported regarding a possible trade including Doc Rivers and the Clippers. Stephen A. also told the guys that he has heard that Danny and Doc may be tiring of working together.
Will Middlebrooks hit a 3-run double in the top of the 9th inning to power the Red Sox to a 4-3 victory over the Rays tonight. He joined Joe & Dave after the final call live from the dugout.
Larry joined the program to discuss the teams recent struggles and informed the guys that it is still early in the season. Larry also said that he still has faith that Daniel bard can turn things around.
Stephen Drew helped the Red Sox to a 9-2 victory over the Rays tonight with a grand slam in the 3rd inning. He spoke with Joe Castiglione & Dave O'Brien after the game.
Bruins rookie defenseman Matt Bartkowski has emerged as one of the young stars of the team and he joins Mut and Tom Caron to discuss his role on the team, why he's confident, and the trade that almost sent him to Calgary.
Andy Brickley joins the show to discuss the Bruins Game 1 win over the Rangers, the play of the three young Bruins defensemen, and the fatigue Jagr has shown on the ice.
Pierre McGuire joins Tom Caron and Mut to discuss the Bruins young defensemen, the intensity and energy level in the game, and the Rangers offense.
Shawn joined the program to discuss another overtime win for the Bruins. When asked about Game 7 against Toronto, Thornton said that he would like to keep his specific comments in the dressing room private, but acknowledged that he encouraged Tyler Seguin to up his play and it paid off in overtime.
Barry joined the guys to help breakdown the Bruins overtime win last night in game one. Barry said that he has rarely seen a team dominate as much as the Bruins yet be forced to an overtime.
Boomer joined the program to discuss the tough loss for his beloved Rangers. Boomer told the guys that Lundqvist will be better in game two and predicted a seven game series.
Bruins rookie defenseman Matt Bartkowski has emerged as one of the young stars of the team and he joins Mut and Tom Caron to discuss his role on the team, why he's confident, and the trade that almost sent him to Calgary.
Millar joins the show to discuss the recent Sox slide, Jacoby Ellsbury's lack of power, and hitting in the big leagues.
Andy Brickley joins the show to discuss the Bruins Game 1 win over the Rangers, the play of the three young Bruins defensemen, and the fatigue Jagr has shown on the ice.
We talk all things game one with Jack Edwards of NESN, and get to hear a little from Jack's Finnish protege as well.
We tackle four topics we haven't yet touched upon today.. Joe Thornton and disappointing former Boston athletes, parking in Boston, buying jersey numbers and more...
We talk about the report that Rob Gronkowski may now be a candidate for back surgery with a disc problem. Is Gronk just an injury prone guy? Or is he not rehabbing proberly? Can the Pats build an offense around a guy who is so inconsistently on the field? We discuss.
The Bruins have almost finished raking the Leafs, the Red Sox struggle from the mound, Miami Heat fans show their level of class.
Daily Planet Wednesday May 8th
Today on the Daily Planet the Bruins take a 2-1 series lead, the Red Sox get a run-off win, and we hear about cannibals and bible thieves.
Sounds like a prostate exam to me!
Damn New Yorkers!
Sauce Man stylings!
Buster Olney joins the show to discuss the muddled AL East, the average play of Ellsbury and how that will affect him in free agency, and Tropicana Field.
More from this showLinda explains how the shootout transpired in Watertown during the early morning hours. She saw the first suspect mortally wounded and police beginning the manhunt for the second suspect.
More from this showJeff Bauman, a victim of the Boston Marathon bombing, joined the show to give the guys an update of his condition and a first-hand account of that terrible day. Jeff told the guys how he wrote the description of the bomber as soon as he could. Mr. Bauman added that he is aided every day with the knowledge that he is alive and the terrorist that detonated the bomb is dead.
More from this showWe check in with Danny Ainge for our first talk to him since the Celtics season ended last weekend. We talk about the future of the team, KG, Pierce, Doc Rivers and more, as Danny directly answers the rumors being floated by ESPN's Stephen A. Smith.
More from this showDale Arnold joined the program to preview the Bruins Rangers series with John, Gerry and Kirk. Dale thinks the Bruins have the advantage in the series over New York.
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