307 episodes

Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, 'Off the Pike' features instant reactions to the biggest games and stories in town, plus unique conversations with local and Ringer personalities.

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    • 4.4 • 137 Ratings

Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, 'Off the Pike' features instant reactions to the biggest games and stories in town, plus unique conversations with local and Ringer personalities.

    The Celts Blow Another Game 2, With Justin Verrier

    The Celts Blow Another Game 2, With Justin Verrier

    Brian chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the Celtics’ shocking blowout loss to the Cavs, which included some sloppy defense, atrocious shooting, and questionable lineups from the Cs (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie answer some listener calls and emails on the game (42:40).
    We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.
    The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.
    Host: Brian Barrett
    Guest: Justin Verrier
    Producer: Jamie McClellan
    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    • 1 hr 7 min
    The Bruins-Panthers Series Is Officially Wild. Plus, a Celts-Cavs Game 2 Preview With Jonathan Peterlin.

    The Bruins-Panthers Series Is Officially Wild. Plus, a Celts-Cavs Game 2 Preview With Jonathan Peterlin.

    Brian recaps a wild Game 2 of the Bruins-Panthers series, which included multiple fights and some continued defensive misplays from the B's. He then touches on Chris Sale’s start against the Red Sox and looks back at his Sox tenure (0:30). Brian then chats with 92.3 The Fan’s Jonathan Peterlin about the Celtics-Cavaliers series, how the Cavs can possibly stop Derrick White, and whether they have a shot at winning the series. Finally, they touch on former Browns employees Eliot Wolf and Alex Van Pelt (28:45).
    The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.
    Host: Brian Barrett
    Guest: Jonathan Peterlin
    Producer: Jamie McClellan
    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    • 1 hr 16 min
    Celtics Blow Out the Cavs. Plus, Scott McLaughlin on Bruins-Panthers.

    Celtics Blow Out the Cavs. Plus, Scott McLaughlin on Bruins-Panthers.

    Brian recaps another Celtics postseason blowout win, this time to take Game 1 against the Cavaliers (0:30). Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Scott McLaughlin about the Bruins' upset win over the Panthers in Game 1 of their series, which included some sharpshooting from the B’s and a rejuvenated David Pastrnak (28:35). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Netflix’s Tom Brady roast (1:04:15).
    The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and help lines available.
    Host: Brian Barrett
    Guest: Scott McLaughlin
    Producer: Jamie McClellan
    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    • 1 hr 21 min
    Sean Grande Previews Celtics-Cavs. Plus, the Bruins Win Game 7!!

    Sean Grande Previews Celtics-Cavs. Plus, the Bruins Win Game 7!!

    Brian chats with Celtics play-by-play voice Sean Grande about the upcoming Cavaliers series, Joe Mazzulla’s performance in the playoffs, the rest of the NBA playoffs, and more (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Bruins' thrilling Game 7 overtime win against Toronto, including Jeremy Swayman’s MVP-like performance and David Pastrnak’s game-winning goal (46:45). Brian ends with listener calls and emails before he and Jamie talk about the Bruins (1:00:45).
    The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.
    Host: Brian Barrett
    Guest: Sean Grande
    Producer: Jamie McClellan
    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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    • 1 hr 13 min
    B's Come Up Short Again, With Kevin Hench

    B's Come Up Short Again, With Kevin Hench

    Brian chats with Kevin Hench about another Bruins loss in a series-tying game, setting up a decisive Game 7 at the Garden (0:30). They also discuss the Celtics’ road to the Finals, the Red Sox’s surprisingly good start to the season, and their initial thoughts on new Pats QB Drake Maye (25:50). Brian ends with a couple listener calls on the B's before Brian and Jamie discuss the series and the NBA playoffs (57:00).
    We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.
    The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.
    Host: Brian Barrett
    Guest: Kevin Hench
    Producer: Jamie McClellan
    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    • 1 hr 15 min
    The Celts End the Heat, With Michael Pina

    The Celts End the Heat, With Michael Pina

    Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ Game 5 win over the Heat to take the series, how long the Celtics will be without Kristaps Porzingis, and how they will fill his place. They also take a look at the other series in the East, the upcoming Nuggets-Timberwolves series, and more (0:35). Then, Brian takes a listener call on the B's and discusses their series with the Maple Leafs before he and Jamie chat about Jerod Mayo’s new team culture in Foxborough (51:10).
    The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.
    Host: Brian Barrett
    Guest: Michael Pina
    Producer: Jamie McClellan
    Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti


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    • 1 hr 17 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
137 Ratings

137 Ratings

Snelson1708 ,

Great pod, but..,

As a Boston sports fan I love this pod, but would it be possible for Spotify or The Ringer to make two versions and bleep out the F bombs? I hate having to listen to ESPN radio in the car with my eight and 10-year-olds.

rborkows ,

Quality Boston sports pod, feels more like a radio show

Love how Brian incorporates stats into his angles and the program in general. My only real comment is that it feels a bit wordy, or like it’s trying to fill time in a 4 hour radio show sometimes, could be a bit crisper in this format. Thanks for the content!

PervisEllison29 ,

Great Boston pod

This is a really good place for quality analysis on daily Boston sports news. It’s a new go to for me. Brian keeps you up on all the teams without having to watch every game or reading about them everyday.

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