Boston Red Sox Podcast

The day after the Patriots won their sixth Super Bowl, the Red Sox's equipment truck headed south for Spring Training. MLB.com's Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Red Sox reporter Ian Browne (@IanMBrowne) discuss Truck Day (2:30). Tim and Ian go on to take a closer look at the Red Sox’s bullpen, including likely new closer Matt Barnes (4:04).

The Red Sox's starting rotation returns intact to attempt a title defense. MLB.com’s Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Red Sox reporter Ian Browne (@IanMBrowne) preview the starters from Chris Sale to Eduardo Rodriguez. Tim and Ian also discuss the Minor League signing of Jenrry Mejia (:45) and the latest on Craig Kimbrel (2:00).

MLB.com’s Tim McMaster and Red Sox reporter Ian Browne are getting you ready for Spring Training. They discuss Tyler Thornburg’s health and hopes heading into 2019 (:35). Tim and Ian go on to talk about Curt Schilling and Roger Clemens gaining ground in the Hall of Fame vote (3:10), before breaking down the club’s catcher and DH positions (10:20).

The Red Sox have impressive depth across their infield. MLB.com’s Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Red Sox reporter Ian Browne go around the horn in their infield preview (2:00). Then, Tim and Ian discuss prospect Michael Chavis and the expectations surrounding the third baseman heading into 2019 (11:20).

Mookie Betts signs a record-setting deal to avoid arbitration. MLB.com’s Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Red Sox reporter Ian Browne discuss what it means for the AL MVP’s long-term future in Boston (:45). Tim and Ian go on to preview the rest of the Red Sox’s outfield heading into 2019 (4:45).