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Rob Bradford joined WEEI.com after serving as a Red Sox beat writer for the Boston Herald and the Eagle-Tribune (Lawrence, Mass.). Prior to manning the Red Sox beat, he spent several years at the Lowell Sun. He has written two books: “Chasing Steinbrenner,” following the front offices of the Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays through the 2003 season, and “Deep Drive: A Long Journey to Discovering the Champion Within,” which he co-authored with Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell.

 
COLUMNS
Rob Bradford
06/18/2013 - 7:52am
A different kind of relief: Joel Hanrahan adjusting to a brand new role
"Wow, this game is getting physical."
Rob Bradford
06/17/2013 - 7:37am
Priority No. 1 for Red Sox: Figuring out what to make of these starters
BALTIMORE -- Matt Garza. Cliff Lee. Yovani Gallardo. Ricky Nolasco. Bud Norris.
Rob Bradford
06/15/2013 - 8:20am
How Jose Iglesias has become one of Red Sox most important players
BALTIMORE -- Jose Iglesias will start at third base for the Red Sox Saturday.
Rob Bradford
06/13/2013 - 7:09am
Will Middlebrooks: 'I lost that little spark, that fire'
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Will Middlebrooks is ready to go. It's still three hours before the Red Sox will take on the Rays Wednesday night, but all the talk of what lies ahead -- for both the series finale and the coming months -- has the third baseman restless.
Rob Bradford
06/11/2013 - 3:46am
In case you haven't noticed, Jarrod Saltalamacchia is having a pretty good season
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- By the time 1:30 a.m. hit on the clubhouse clock, Jarrod Saltalamacchia was still in his game clothes, soaked from head to toe.
Rob Bradford
06/06/2013 - 9:15am
It's time to remember what Red Sox had in Adrian Beltre
The answer was as predictable as the question.
Rob Bradford
05/30/2013 - 7:39am
A look at why players are so secretive about these injuries
PHILADELPHIA -- Dustin Pedroia wasn't happy.
Rob Bradford
05/28/2013 - 7:32am
Maybe it's time for Red Sox to start rethinking Jonathan Papelbon
Should the Red Sox start rethinking Jonathan Papelbon? Judging by what has transpired since the closer left town, it's worthy of conversation.
Rob Bradford
05/26/2013 - 7:45am
So what's up with the Red Sox and these pitch counts? Let John Farrell explain ...
Jon Lester threw 124 pitches Saturday. It was the third-highest total of his career. He has thrown more than 100 pitches in each of his last 10 outings. It advanced an interesting conversation.
Rob Bradford
05/21/2013 - 3:58am
It's about that time: Red Sox need to uncover an improved Jacoby Ellsbury
CHICAGO -- They've looked at video of 2011. Why wouldn't you? That is, after all, the year Jacoby Ellsbury has hoped to bottle and shove down opposing pitchers' throats for years to come.
Rob Bradford
05/20/2013 - 9:35am
Why Andrew Bailey might save Red Sox, in more ways than one
MINNEAPOLIS -- The non-waiver trade deadline is 73 days away, but the conversation is worth starting. 
Rob Bradford
05/19/2013 - 4:03am
Anatomy of the Red Sox batting order
MINNEAPOLIS -- John Farrell and Torey Lovullo looked down toward the Twins bullpen. They saw some stirring, as Minnesota lefty reliever Brian Duensing had grabbed a ball and tossed it a few times.
Rob Bradford
05/18/2013 - 3:19am
Could this be the smartest Red Sox team since '07?
"This is a smart team, in terms of guys knowing the game, how it's to be played, what situations call for." -- Red Sox manager John Farrell after his team's 3-2, 10-inning win over Minnesota Friday night.
Rob Bradford
05/13/2013 - 10:04am
The Red Sox' reality: The lineup's problems, and potential solutions
"There's nothing to be alarmed about." -- Greg Colbrunn
Rob Bradford
05/07/2013 - 3:24am
Stephen Drew is carving out his own niche, and his big brother couldn't be happier
 
Rob Bradford
05/02/2013 - 6:50am
It's finally safe to say Clay Buchholz is one of the best in the business
TORONTO -- Can we say it now? Why not? Juan Nieves did. "He's as talented as any of the upper-echelon guys," the Red Sox pitching coach stated after his team's 10-1 win over the Blue Jays on Wednesday night at Rogers Centre.
Rob Bradford
05/01/2013 - 3:29am
David Ortiz showing he might be division's biggest difference-maker
TORONTO -- The last words uttered by David Ortiz before heading out of Rogers Centre and onto the bus bound for the Red Sox' team hotel?
Rob Bradford
04/29/2013 - 12:49pm
How Red Sox convinced these new guys Boston was the place to be
Jon Lester spoke for more than a few players in the Red Sox clubhouse last August when he uttered these words regarding potential free agents choosing Boston:
Rob Bradford
04/27/2013 - 12:09am
Mike Napoli has taken a liking to this first base thing
This new lot in life seems to be fitting Mike Napoli just fine.
Rob Bradford
04/25/2013 - 1:11am
Ten years later, revisiting merits of closer-by-committee
"In 10 years, this is the way everybody is going to be doing it." -- A major league general manager, April 2003
Rob Bradford
04/22/2013 - 2:53am
Will Middlebrooks, Red Sox in midst of uncomfortable reminder
Will Middlebrooks, and those who have been watching him, might have been blinded by the moment. The third baseman had gone 0-for-5 in the Red Sox' 5-4, 10-inning loss to the Royals on Sunday night. It completed Kansas City's sweep in a doubleheader in which Middlebrooks went 1-for-9.
Rob Bradford
04/17/2013 - 7:49am
Red Sox discovering the Terry Francona Way wasn't that bad after all
They went 180 degrees in the other direction when 10 or 20 would have sufficed.
Rob Bradford
04/15/2013 - 8:44am
The secret to their success: How Red Sox pitchers are doing what they're doing
The numbers are striking.
Rob Bradford
04/12/2013 - 8:31pm
Why putting Jackie Bradley on the team was the right move for all involved
So, was it worth it? Friday would have marked the moment the Red Sox could have called up Jackie Bradley while guaranteeing that his free agent eligibility would not arrive until after the 2019 season, as opposed to following '18, if they had chosen to start the outfielder in the minors.
Rob Bradford
04/11/2013 - 2:36am
This is where it promises to get interesting for Joel Hanrahan
Remember when Keith Foulke came to the Red Sox?


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Pete Prisco Tim Tebow cant play

Pete joined the show to discuss Tebow's signing with the Patriots. He said that Tim Tebow cant play and that he has trouble learning NFL playbooks.

It Is What It Is Cast, Jeff Howe

On this episode of the It Is What It Is Cast, Chris Price talks with the Boston Herald's Jeff P Howe about the Patriots offseason, Rob Gronkowski's back surgery, Danny Amendola replacing Wes Welker, and how this seasons team will stack up against last seasons.

It Is What Is Cast: Injury Expert Will Carroll

In the latest edition of the It Is What It Is Cast, Chris Price talks with Will Carroll. Injury expert and lead writer for Sports Medicine, Bleacher Report. They talk about the injury to Rob Gronkowski and what his back surgery could mean for his season.

Jeff Van Gundy on Doc and…

Jeff Van Gundy on Doc and the Celtics

Jeff joined the show to discuss the rumors of Doc heading to the Clippers. Jeff said that he will not discuss his future but that his brother would be a great candidate anywhere.

Stephen A. Smith on Doc to the Clippers

Stephen A. joined the show to discuss the status of trade negotiations between the Clippers and the Celtics. Stephen said that it is a 50-50 proposition that Doc ends up in Los Angeles.

"Celtics Summer Cooler" With Sean Grande and Cedric Maxwell - Hour 2

Grande and Max take more calls on the Celtics and discuss what lies ahead for Doc Rivers with Steve Bulpett.

John Farrell postgame pre…

John Farrell postgame press conference

John Farrell postgame press conference

Jonny Gomes postgame with Joe & Dave after the second Rays game

Joe & Dave talked to the Sox outfielder, who pounded the ball out of the park to win the second game of the doubleheader against the Rays.

John Farrell postgame press conference

John Farrell postgame press conference

Pierre McGuire, NBC Sport…

Pierre McGuire, NBC Sports, on the Stanley Cup Finals

Pierre McGuire joins Mut and Merloni after a Bruins win and discusses the play of Rask and the defense, the Hossa injury, and Jagr.

Tony Amonte, CSNNE: on Hossa injury

Tony Amonte calls out Marian Hossa for missing Game 3 and recaps the Bruins win.

Barry Pederson on the game three win

Barry joined the show to discuss the Bruins 2-0 win over the Blackhawks in game three. Barry continues to be impressed by the play of Bergeron.

Barry Pederson on the gam…

Barry Pederson on the game three win

Barry joined the show to discuss the Bruins 2-0 win over the Blackhawks in game three. Barry continues to be impressed by the play of Bergeron.

Jeff Van Gundy on Doc and the Celtics

Jeff joined the show to discuss the rumors of Doc heading to the Clippers. Jeff said that he will not discuss his future but that his brother would be a great candidate anywhere.

Bruins two wins away from the Cup

The guys opened the show discussing the Bruins' dominating Game 3 win over the Blackhawks. Gerry thinks the series is over.

Pierre McGuire, NBC Sport…

Pierre McGuire, NBC Sports, on the Stanley Cup Finals

Pierre McGuire joins Mut and Merloni after a Bruins win and discusses the play of Rask and the defense, the Hossa injury, and Jagr.

Tony Amonte, CSNNE: on Hossa injury

Tony Amonte calls out Marian Hossa for missing Game 3 and recaps the Bruins win.

Andy Brickley, NESN: Previews Game 3 between the Bruins and Blackhawks

Andy Brickley joins Mut and Merloni in studio to take phone calls from the listeners and to preview Game 3 of the Stanley Cup.

Bruins take game three, c…

Bruins take game three, control of the series: Response and reaction

Salk and Holley break down a big Bruins win over the Blackhawks in game 3 at the garden.

An hour with Jack Edwards: Bruins look to take control of the Stanley Cup Final

We talk all Bruins, all the time with the man himself, Jack Edwards from NESN gets us ready for game three and beyond.

Salk and Holley's Four at Four - 06/17/13

Four guys, four topics we haven't yet touched upon today. TO visits Ocho, Bob Costas has enough smarm for us all, stupid beauty pageant contestants and more.

Bernie Carbo

Bernie Carbo

Mikey gets a surprise call from Bernie Carbo, they talk about old time baseball and Bernie's new book.

Tom Bean and Luke Poling, Producers, Writers and Directors of Plimpton!

Mikey talks with Tom and Luke about their new movie, Plimpton! and finds out what it was like to try to encapsulate everything Plimpton accomplished during his life.

Daily Planet, Friday May 31st

Today on the Daily Planet, the Red Sox and Yankees face off in the Bronx, Claude Julien doesn't want players wasting energy, and Dwight Howard and free agency.

Salk and Holley's Answer …

Salk and Holley's Answer the Question - 06/17/13

You ask, we answer. Today featuring NESN's Jack Edwards.

Salk and Holley's Answer the Question - 06/13/13

The new way we end the show. You ask, we answer.

Salk and Holley's Answer the Question - 06/11/13

You ask, we answer... anything!

Stephen A. Smith on Doc t…

Stephen A. Smith on Doc to the Clippers

Stephen A. joined the show to discuss the status of trade negotiations between the Clippers and the Celtics. Stephen said that it is a 50-50 proposition that Doc ends up in Los Angeles.

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Shawn Thornton on the Game 2 win

Shawn joined the show to discuss the Bruins' OT win in Chicago. Shawn said that there was a heated discussion during the first intermission Saturday night in Chicago after the team's poor first period.

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Is Doc a goner?

Is Doc a goner?

The guys opened the show discussing the rumors regarding Doc Rivers being part of a deal between the Celtics and the Clippers.

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Minor Details Ep. 55: Xan…

Minor Details Ep. 55: Xander Bogaerts and Anthony Ranaudo

Both Xander Bogaerts and Anthony Ranaudo punctuated their strong 2013 seasons with head-turning events on June 13. On that day, Bogaerts, the Red Sox' top prospect, was promoted from Double-A Portland Pawtucket, with the 20-year-old becoming one of the youngest position players in the affiliate's history. On that same day, right-hander Anthony Ranaudo punched out 13 batters for Double-A Portland, the most strikeouts by a Red Sox minor leaguer since Jon Lester in 2005. They joined Minor Details to discuss both those accomplishments and their seasons to date.

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Linda 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.

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