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Win.Pod.RepeatEpisode 40: A Long Overdue ReflectionThe MLB Postseason is in full swing, the Boston Red Sox have long been eliminated, while Spencer and Sam get a chance to reflect on everything that's happened this season. The guys also reflect what could be a culture-changing offseason for the Boston Red Sox as they look to decide what their present and their future will look like.2022-10-1338 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 39: Future of the Red SoxWith their postseason hopes all but extinguished, Sam and Spencer reflect on what went wrong for the Red Sox this year and what should be done moving forward.Other topics include:-Chaim Bloom's Job Security-Sam's trip to see Marcelo Mayer-Which Red Sox Prospects should get a September call-up?2022-08-3035 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 38: A New Hope?As Jared Carrabis says, don't let the Red Sox get hot. Boston takes 2 of 3 against the New York Yankees, winning its 2nd-straight series against an AL East opponent. Now with 3 games against the Pirates, can Boston turn the tables on its season?Other Topics include:Is Tommy Pham better than we expected?The New York Yankees are badRed Sox Reinforcements on the wayBig Papi's comments on the Fernando Tatis Jr. Suspension2022-08-1746 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 37: Trade Deadline SpecialThe Trade Deadline has officially passed and the Red Sox made some moves that don't make a lot of sense. Spencer and Sam break down Boston's puzzling trade deadline. Where do Eric Hosmer, Tommy Pham, and Reese McGuire fit into this new look Red Sox squad?Other topics include:Deadline Winners and LosersHow Dangerous are the New York Yankees?Is the Juan Soto trade the biggest trade in MLB History?2022-08-0356 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 36: State of the SoxThe Boston Red Sox have dropped 17 of their last 23 games as they get swept by the Toronto Blue Jays in the weekend set. Spencer and Sam review the State of the Sox, and what needs to be done moving forward.Topics include:The void at first baseShould the Red Sox be sellers at the Trade Deadline?Pitching problemsJuan Soto trade ideas2022-07-2546 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 35: Yankee KillersScott Walczyk joins Spencer and Sam as they discuss the Red Sox-Yankees series over the weekend. Other topics include:All-Star selections and snubsThe return of Chris SaleThe WILD Wild Card Race2022-07-131h 02Win.Pod.RepeatEpisode 34: Red Sox: Love and ThunderThe Red Sox take on the Yankees 7 times before the All-Star break, starting with a 4-game series this weekend. Spencer and Sam break down the biggest series of the season so far.Other topics include:-The crop of young Boston Pitchers-An Alex Verdugo bet-The return of Chris Sale, Nathan Eovaldi, and Garrett Whitlock2022-07-0738 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 33: Fortune Favors the SeaboldThe Boston Red Sox are in the thick of the American League playoff picture as we approach the midway point of the 2022 season. Spencer and Sam discuss if Boston has what it takes to hang with the best of the best?Topics Include:Is this been the greatest month in Red Sox history?Has Jarren Duran earned a full-time spot on the roster?Some trade deadline scenariosWhich AL East teams would likely break out into an all-out brawl?2022-06-2954 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 32: Every Win, Everywhere, All at OnceThe Boston Red Sox have won 6 consecutive series as they continue to catapult up the AL East standings. Spencer defends his #ClickNick hashtag. Spencer and Sam discuss Xander Bogaerts All-Star Snub in the 1st ballot update. Should the Red Sox still have division title aspirations? How Jackie Bradley Jr. and Christian Vazquez have been Boston's unsung heroes this season. And what should we expect from Jeter Downs?2022-06-2244 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 31: Playoff PositionThe Red Sox sit in playoff position for the first time since early April. Spencer and Sam break down what's been the key to Boston's recent success.Topics include:How has Michael Wacha been so good?Is Nick Pivetta an All-Star?Alex Cora's strategy changesA Chris Sale return?2022-06-0841 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 30: The Orioles?!?!The Red Sox momentum train slowed down over the weekend as Boston dropped 3 of 5 against the Orioles at Fenway Park. What does this mean? And how do the Red Sox bounce back?Topics include:-J.D. Martinez's epic month of May-What to do about Matt Barnes-How to fix the Boston bullpen-Our thoughts on the Apple TV broadcast2022-06-0141 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 29: Don't Say itThe Red Sox are red hot, having won 10 of their last 13 games. Spencer and Sam break down Boston's Mid-May turnaround.Topics include:Red hot Trevor StoryEveryone should be rooting for Franchy CorderoMinor League pitching studsBoston's key stretch of upcoming games2022-05-2542 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 28: When do we panic?The Red Sox slow start continues, dropping 5 of their first 7 series of the season. As they take on the Angels, Spencer and Sam discuss the importance of this week-long homestand.Other topics include:Is Michael Wacha for real?Bad luck Alex VerdugoSpencer's first Red Sox game of the seasonHow the Bastards of Boston Baseball have the worst takes2022-05-0547 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 27: What's Broken and How to Fix itThe Red Sox sit at 7-11 through their 18 games as they continue to search for answers. Spencer and Sam ponder what must be done to solve Boston's early woes.Topics include:Spencer's solution to Bobby Dalbec's early strugglesWhich Red Sox Minor Leaguers deserve a call up to the showBullpen Power RankingsIs Trevor Story a good fit in the leadoff spot? 2022-04-2742 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 26: Pivetta Proves Spencer WrongAnother tough outing for Nick Pivetta puts Spencer's All-Star prediction in peril. The Red Sox fall to 6-6 on the season. Spencer and Sam discuss the good and the bad of Boston's rotation, how Hansel Robles, Jake Diekman, and Matt Strahm have bolstered an impressive bullpen this season. Can we expect Jackie Bradley Jr. to stay hot at the plate? And which Red Sox player would make the best NBA player?2022-04-2132 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 25: The Garrett Whitlock EffectFive games into the 2022 MLB season and overreactions run rampant as the Red Sox start 2-3. Rafael Devers is better than ever and Garrett Whitlock looks like a future starter. How good is the Boston bullpen? What are our initial reactions to the performances of Michael Wacha and Rich Hill? Plus some off-day movie picks.2022-04-1350 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 24: BASEBALL IS BACKOpening Day is upon us! Spencer and Sam are joined by special guest and resident Yankee fan Scott Walczyk. How will the ultra-competitive AL East play out? What are the most exciting storylines this season? Will Rafael Devers emerge as an MVP candidate? And which Yankees we think will definitely be injured very soon (hint: a lot of them).2022-04-061h 11Win.Pod.RepeatEpisode 23: "Story"book OffseasonThe Red Sox finally make their big free agency splash, signing All-Star SS Trevor Story to a six-year deal. Spencer and Sam discuss the significance of the deal. Where does this place Boston in the AL East power rankings? Were the Yankees the biggest Free Agency losers? And what are the biggest storylines heading into the season?2022-03-2349 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 22: Lockout BluesThe first two weeks of the 2022 MLB season have been officially postponed. While the MLBPA and Owners get closer on some issues, new ones begin to arise. Spencer and Sam discuss the latest reports about the International Draft, the ban on the shift, pitch clock, and enlarged bases. Plus we discuss which minor leaguers we're excited to see as they report to Spring Training down in Florida.2022-03-1052 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 21: Rob ManClownAfter 16 and a half hours of negotiation, false hope provided by brief hero Bob Nightengale, the MLB has officially passed their artificially imposed deadline to strike a deal and has announced the cancellation of the first two series of the season. What does this mean for the present and the future of baseball? Why the owners are the main culprits, and how a deal can be reached before it's too late.2022-03-0352 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 21: Rob ManClownAfter 16 and a half hours of negotiation, false hope provided by brief hero Bob Nightengale, the MLB has officially passed their artificially imposed deadline to strike a deal and has announced the cancellation of the first two series of the season. What does this mean for the present and the future of baseball? Why the owners are the main culprits, and how a deal can be reached before it's too late.2022-03-0352 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 20: MLB Lockout Rolls OnGive it up for Day 78 of the MLB Lockout. Spencer and Sam break down how baseball has reached this point, what progress has been made so far, and what stands between us and the start of baseball season.2022-02-1743 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 19: David Ortiz is a Hall of FamerDavid Ortiz will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Where does he rank among Red Sox legends? Who will be the next Boston player to grace the Hall? Is there a case for Dustin Pedroia? Did Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens get robbed? Also some progress in MLB Lockout negotiations.2022-01-2651 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 18: The Hall of Fame DebateWith the MLB Hall of Fame announcement looming. Spencer gives his definitive list for who he thinks should get a plaque in the Hall. Meanwhile: the MLB Lockout rages on, The Yankees make a groundbreaking hire, Jon Lester calls it quits, and the Orioles ruin Gleyber Torres' day. Also this podcast is only a quarter the length of Section 10 so save some time and take a listen.2022-01-1459 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 17: No Way HomeA NON-BASEBALL WPR SPECIAL. SPOILER WARNING: Spencer and Sam review Spider-Man: No Way Home. The Epic feat of getting Willem Dafoe, Alfred Molina, Jamie Foxx, Andrew Garfield, and Tobey Maguire all in one film. Why we wish we could be Tom Holland, How we feel about people who hate clapping in movie theaters, and why the critics should just shut up and enjoy this incredible movie.2021-12-2145 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 16: Free Agent FrenzyAs the MLB Lockout takes hold, Spencer and Sam attempt to break down the MLB Free Agent Frenzy that has seen a flurry of deals before the trade deadline.Topics Include:What do the Wacha, Paxton, and Hill deals mean?Are the Blue Jays the most dangerous team in the AL East?Are there any good free agents left?What other moves do the Red Sox need to make2021-12-0240 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 15: Thanksgiving SpecialHappy Turkey Day Red Sox Fans. A Lockout looms and free agency is in full swing. Spencer and Sam are here to keep you up-to-date with all the Red Sox News.Topics Include:Steven Matz and Wander Franco signing dealsWill the Red Sox make a move in the SS market?How would Carlos Correa fit on the Red Sox?Is David Ortiz a First ballot Hall of Famer?2021-11-2541 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 14: The Dylan Bundy DebateWith the offseason in full swing, Spencer and Sam break down all the potential happenings for the Boston Red Sox.Topics include:Sam paying Dylan Bundy WAY too much moneyWhich one year wonder do you prefer: Carlos Rodon or Robbie Ray?5 Prospects Spencer thinks the Red Sox should considerTim Locastro is the GOAT2021-11-1238 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 13: An Unexpected JourneyAs the Red Sox season comes to an end after falling to the Astros in the ALCS, Spencer and Sam recap what has been one hell of a ride in this 2021 MLB Season.Topics include:The magic of this 2021 seasonAn offseason of major decisions (Schwarber, Vazquez, Richards, Perez)Free Agency MadnessA bright future in Beantown (Jeter Downs can rake finally)An impending lockout2021-10-2645 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 12: Ride the WaveThe Sox move on to the American League Championship Series to face the Houston Astros. Sam and Spencer preview the series while recapping a wild week against the Rays in the ALDS. Topics include:The Heroics of Garrett Whitlock and Nick PivettaAlex Cora's quick hook on pitchersHernandez and Devers swinging big batsThe incredible depth of the Houston Astros lineupHow the Sox can get to the World Series2021-10-1331 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 11: Let's get WildRed Sox-Yankees in the American League Wild Card game so we had to bring back resident Yankees fan Scott Walczyk to break it down with us. Gerrit Cole has struggled at Fenway Park, can he come up big? Who will be Tuesday's X-Factor and how will these teams fare with the stakes higher than ever?2021-10-0531 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 10: The Yankees are a bunch of losers (feat. Scott Walczyk)Yankees fan Scott Walczyk joins the podcast as the guys react to New York's weekend sweep over the Sox. With the postseason fast approaching, who will lay claim to the American League Wild Card spots?Sam, Spencer and Scott also break down each squad, the impressive under-the-radar year of Giancarlo Stanton, and how the Red Sox should approach pitching in the postseason.2021-09-2838 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 9: Everything is fineWe're back after a short two-week hiatus. And in the meantime, the Red Sox have managed to get swept by the Yankees while barely taking series against three of the worst teams in the American League. Kyle Schwarber has been raking while Bobby Dalbec has been hitting bombs. The boys assess the state of the Red Sox while discussing what their drink of choice is while watching.2021-08-3126 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 8: Spencer was right, Sam was wrongI'm sensing a trend here. Sam freaks out but Spencer, as the voice of reason proves that the Red Sox are still bound for the postseason (He may even guarantee it). The guys talk about the return of Chris Sale, the epic weekend beat down of the Orioles and the latest Baseball America Farm System Rankings.2021-08-1731 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 7: It's always darkest before the dawnHOPE IS LOST...for Sam at least. But we know how he freaks out about things. Spencer tries his best to be the voice of reason as to why the Red Sox season is anything but lost. With the return of Chris Sale, the debut of Kyle Schwarber, and the addition of Tanner Houck to the rotation, the guys talk about how these recent struggles will soon be a thing of the past.2021-08-1230 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 6: Deadline talk, the return of Chris Sale, and the Yankees are still bumsSam is alive. Spencer did not in fact kill him after Episode 5. The Red Sox have Kyle Schwarber but somebody needs to tell Spencer Boston did NOT get Rizzo, Gray or Scherzer. Also apparently Spencer has a new job now and I'm just here to get him coffee. It's chaos and the Red Sox get talked about.2021-08-0433 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 5: MAX SCHERZER TO THE RED SOX (just kidding.)The boys are back and the trade deadline is upon us. Do the Red Sox make a move? Who do they trade for? And how many prospects should the Sox be willing to trade? Plus live reaction to Joey Gallo being traded while we recorded this podcast.2021-07-2932 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 4: Get ya broomsIf you ask Sam, the Red Sox are winning the AL East NO DOUBT ABOUT IT. But, luckily Spencer is here to bring him down to earth. But what they can agree on, is that the Yankees aren't good, can't win, and got swept by the Sox AGAIN. Is Gerrit Cole showing us his true, non-spider tack colors? Are the Yanks gonna be stuck with another 7 years of mediocre pitching from their big-money ace? Plus, find out which Red Sox player we think should be in the home run derby.2021-06-2830 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 3: A very bad, no good weekTwo straight series losses, the most home runs EVER given up at Fenway Park. Things are taking a turn for the worst and the boys want to know WHAT THE HECK IS HAPPENING. Should the Red Sox make a trade? (Max Scherzer perhaps?), what pitchers do we trust and which ones need to go? And Spencer explains how he's not mad, just disappointed with Chaim Bloom.2021-06-1435 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 2: Sam Fixes his WifiFresh off a sweep of the 4th-place New York Yankees, Sam and Spencer react to a roller coaster week for the Red Sox. A few trade conversations perhaps? And why Rafael Devers isn't in the conversation with Tatis, Vlad, and Acuna but totally deserves to be (Also he can hit fastballs so everyone chill out).2021-06-0829 minWin.Pod.RepeatEpisode 1: The Winter SoldierFresh off a wet and rainy Memorial Day Weekend. The Red Sox have won seven of their last nine games. Spencer pitches a new nickname for Matt Barnes while the guys discuss who should be in the conversation in the AL MVP race and how the Red Sox should get the respect they deserve in the AL East.2021-05-3148 min