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The Baseball Hour with Tony Mazz

Beasley Media Group
Boston Red Sox
Red Sox
Craig Breslow
Major League Baseball
Alex Cora
Roman Anthony
New York Yankees
Garrett Crochet
Joe Ryan
Trade Deadline
Alex Bregman
Rafael Devers
Yankees
Fenway Park
Trevor Story
Payton Tolle
Jarren Duran
Mookie Betts
Playoffs
Tampa Bay Rays

The Baseball Hour with Tony Mazz airs weeknights from 6pm-7pm ET during baseball season. Hosted by Tony Massarotti, he is also joined weekly by Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic and, and Matt McCarthy & Tyler Milliken from 98.5 The Sports Hub. Download full show podcasts every weeknight right here on 985thesportshub.com, bPod Studios, or wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to subscribe and le... more

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• (0:00) Mazz begins the Baseball Hour discussing Rafael Devers’ comments about having no regrets.

• (12:18) Preparations for Rafael Devers’ return to Fenway for the first time since he was traded to the San Francisco Giants.

• (25:53) Brian Murphy f... more

• (0:00) Mazz opens the show discussing the Rafael Devers trade upon his return to Boston for the Giants.

• (16:05) Discussing the results of the Rafael Devers trade and what it did to the Red Sox.

• (27:50) Caller reactions on the Devers trade, alte... more

Tony Massarotti shares macro viewpoints about the Red Sox as the 2026 regular season nears its conclusion.

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• (0:00) Mazz and Carrabis open the show discussing Roman Anthony’s return to play after his impressive rehab start in Portland Tuesday night.

• (14:39) The guys react to Trevor Story’s struggles at the plate on Tuesday night for the WooSox.

• (27:22... more

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Tom Verducci
Long time baseball writer, commentator
Sports media
Episode: Red Sox Acquire Adley Rutschman from Orioles // Red Sox Deadline Moves // Trivia Tuesday - 8/4
Wayne Randazzo
LA Angels broadcaster
Los Angeles Angels
Episode: REACTION: Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers // Breaking Balls August 2, 2026
Jeff Passan
Senior MLB insider, ESPN/MLB Network contributor
ESPN / MLB
Episode: REACTION: Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers // Breaking Balls August 2, 2026
Mark Feinsand
MLB.com analyst
MLB.com
Episode: REACTION: Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers // Breaking Balls August 2, 2026
Jim Bowden
Athletic analyst
The Athletic
Episode: REACTION: Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers // Breaking Balls August 2, 2026
Paul Tabony
President of Baseball Operations for the Red Sox
Boston Red Sox
Episode: ANALYSIS: Curtis Mead's impact with Red Sox
Tom Werner
Owner commenting on team strategy
Boston Red Sox ownership
Episode: Red Sox Sweep Rays // Tom Werner Comments // Red Sox vs Orioles - 7-20
Matt McCarthy
Sports host/analyst guest
98.5 The Sports Hub
Episode: Matt McCarthy Joins the Show // Red Sox Win Six Straight // Red Sox Roster Heading Into Deadline - 7/9
Karen Inashua
Children's therapist, providing perspective on athlete development
Episode: "Yankees Suck" is Over // Marcelo Mayer IL - 6-26

Host

Tony Mazz
Host with long-form history covering the Red Sox and Boston sports media

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • Frank and Smart

    Red Sox fans need commentary that trusts both the intelligence and the passion of their fandom. Mazz calls out the team when it fails, and he does it with facts. Essential listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RobOregon
    United States4 months ago
  • Mazz

    My favorite sox show. Would love it if they would 1 a month or so during offseason.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brentjenkins15
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good pod

    Great red sox insight, love have it daily, but maybe too long for a daily show. The Sports Hub should being this down to 25 minutes

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    godawgs101
    United States3 years ago
  • I can’t wait for the next episode

    This podcast is a big help to keep up with baseball as I have school everyday but I can listen to this in the car.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bmfxhtckcthktuc,lutc,yhc
    Australia3 years ago
  • Sharp Red Sox analysis

    I love the insightful analysis and the guests, especially Jared. Tony Mazz draws on a long history of reporting on the Red Sox and on baseball.

    I do get tired of the negativity but when the Sox are bad like last year and early this season, Tony is right to point that out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laughiutloud
    United States3 years ago

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Matt McCarthy Joins the Show // State of the Red Sox // Garrett Whitlock’s Injury - 8/14
Q: What is the biggest concern or worry about the Red Sox as they move forward?
The primary concern is whether the team can hit playoff pitching and perform under pressure, along with bullpen depth in Whitlock's absence and the overall robustness of the rotation.
Sean McAdam Joins the Show // Adley Rutschman Trade // Marcelo Mayer Trade - 8/3
Q: What was your reaction to the perceived overpay for Adley Rutschman, given the prospect haul involved?
The reaction across the industry was that the price was steep, with many observers calling it excessive, but some noted that the Sox might justify it if Rutschman proves to be the difference-maker and the organization can extend him beyond 2027.
Jared Carrabis Joins the Show // Curtis Mead’s Injury // Potential Red Sox Trade Deadline Acquisitions - 7/29
Q: What was your assessment of the Mead trade at the time?
Carrabis and Mazz discuss the trade with a sense that Mead had upside, but there was a concern about overpaying and the potential long-term value, balanced by Breslow's blunt assessment of needing help now.
Jared Carrabis Joins the Show // Red Sox Win 15 Straight // Should the Red Sox Remove Chad Tracy's Interim Tag? - 7/22
Q: What do you think of Chad Tracy's handling of the team and whether the interim tag should be removed?
The guest emphasizes that Tracy has been impressive in his management style—humble, team-focused, and communicative—while noting that the decision may hinge more on Breslow's standing than on Tracy's performance alone. He suggests waiting for results at the trade deadline and watching how the team finishes the season.
Red Sox Sweep Angels // Who should the Red Sox keep at the trade deadline? // Chris Cotillo joins the show - 7/6
Q: Should the Red Sox buy or sell at the deadline?
The guest suggested a cautious approach: avoid a full-blown buying spree unless in clear contention, focus on selling high on veteran arms like Gray and Chapman, and prioritize moves around the core players who are young or controllable, aiming to balance the roster for the near term while preserving assets for the long term.

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A fast-paced, opinion-forward baseball talk show centered on the Boston Red Sox with a mix of host banter, caller interactions, and guest insights from journalists, analysts, and team insiders. Episodes frequently dissect trades, front-office decisions, player development, and on-field performance, often weighing analytics against traditional scouting. Highlights include on-site reporting from Fenway, hot-take debates about leadership, ownership influence, and the trade deadline, plus spirited discussions about the organization's long-term strategy versus short-term fixes. The format tends to blend data-driven takes with strong personality-driven commentary, making it appealing to hardcore Sox fans who enjoy candid critiques and insider per... more

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1. Tom Verducci
2. Wayne Randazzo
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4. Mark Feinsand
5. Jim Bowden
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