Play Tessie - A Red Sox Podcast

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have had a few days to gather their thoughts about how the Red Sox season ended and what's to come. Can 2026 still be a fun year to reminisce on even though it was a failure? Then, if the Sox want to be serious about making the roster better, they may have to part with someone who has real roster value. And, the guys look back on their predictions before the season and hand out their end-of-season awards.0:55 -  1:07:00 -- Lingering thoughts on the season, the playoffs, and the state of the team1:07:00 - 1:17:00 -- End of season press conference reactions1:17:00 - 1:25:00 -- Rehashing season predictions1:25:00 - end -- Season Awards and closing thoughts

It truly was an awful night for Gordo, Sammy, and Pat as they saw the Red Sox get slaughtered in Game 1 of their Wild Card Series with the Yankees. Was there anything that went right in The Bronx and how dominant really was Cam Schlittler? Also, Chad Tracy had more than one instance of questionable decisions when it came to bullpen usage. And, the offense remains dead and that was before Roman Anthony left the game with an injury.

Gordo and Sammy have a lot of news to break down despite the Red Sox having their playoff fate firmly locked. Reacting to Chad Tracy becoming the full-time manager and the extension given to Craig Breslow and the timing of both moves. Also, Ceddanne Rafaela is giving everyone a scare by leaving his return from the groin injury he suffered with hamstring tightness. And, its more than a small sample size of the Sox offense not scoring a ton which should raise at least some concern heading into October.

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat aren't in pure panic yet after two losses from the Red Sox in Texas, but are concerned it could get to that level. What would have to go wrong for things to reach full panic? Also, the heart of the Sox issues is the lineup struggling lineup that has two of their best hitters Roman Anthony and Adley Rutschman ice cold at the plate. And, Erik Miller having issues and Justin Slaten out for the year puts a few holes into a bullpen that looked like one of the best before.

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat had eyes on the Red Sox series win over the Royals, but not necessarily on the games themself. With Sonny Gray, Ranger Suarez, and Payton Tolle all pitching this weekend, what should the rotation look like and who should start in Game 1 in a potential Wild Card series? Also, Caleb Durbin seems like the key cog in the Sox lineup, but what kind of impact he should have and where remain open for debate. And, Willson Contreras made a strong return from injury, but had an odd scene in Portland before during his rehab stint.

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat get the chance to speak with Red Sox replay coordinator and staff assistant Mike Brenly about all the ins and outs about challenging a play. Brenly also discusses his journey towards becoming the key cog of the replay room and his thoughts on the last two controversial calls involving Ceddanne Rafaela and Eli White.

After a thrilling Baseball Isn't Boring night at Fenway, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have their eyes on the Red Sox focusing on getting guys rest in their latest stretch. Should this be the priority as the Sox remain locked in a postseason spot? Then, a name has emerged as a serious pitching option to help down the stretch and that's Tanner Houck. And, Roman Anthony has been on a tear since returning from injury, but the feel good return has been Trevor Story.

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to another series win for the Red Sox over the Marlins with maybe the most important series of the season with the Yankees coming up. What were the biggest takeaways from the Sox trip to Miami? Then, Mickey Gasper has been on a stretch very few have had, but with Roman Anthony ready to return he still appears to be on the roster bubble. And, Trevor Story also seems ready to return which is another tough decision to make about who gets sent down for him.

Gordo and Sammy have good thoughts about the Red Sox winning 2 of 3 over the Diamondbacks, but the series finale loss leaves a bitter taste. What stands out from the success of Mickey Gasper to the struggles of Greg Weissert and Jovani Moran? Then, Trevor Story and Roman Anthony officially began their rehab assignments, but Story wanting to return soon makes you wonder if he's being rushed back. And, the first look at the upcoming series with the Giants and how Rafael Devers will be received in his return to Fenway.

Gordo and Sammy react to a very cold road trip for the Red Sox after another series loss this time in Pittsburgh. Where are things going wrong the most for the Sox and how do the newest batch of injuries hamper the team? Then, the starting rotation looks to have become mortal while the bullpen now looks unsettled. And, Trevor Story and Roman Anthony are headed onto rehab assignments, but the biggest player to wonder if they'll join the roster is Franklin Arias.

Gordo and Sammy chat with Andrew Parker from SoxProspects.com about all the latest news and notes from the Red Sox minor league system. What were the true feelings about Anthony Eyanson and Kyson Witherspoon before the Adley Rutschman trade? Also, the apparent new strategy from the Sox in developing prospects after this year's draft.

Gordo and Sammy are joined by Red Sox flame-throwing Tyron Guerrero for a wide-ranging conversation including his long journey back to the big leagues and what it feels like to be a part of the historic run the Sox are on.

Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are thrilled with how the final weekend before the trade deadline went with the Red Sox sweeping the Dodgers in LA. How dominant were the Sox over the two-time defending champs and what are the feelings now leading up to the deadline? Then, its now 24 hours from said deadline and the how big the needs are in the bullpen and behind the plate have changed. And, names like Zach Neto and Adley Rutschman are getting louder with the championship window the Sox are now in.