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The Baseball Hour with Tony Mazz

Beasley Media Group
Boston Red Sox
Red Sox
New York Yankees
Craig Breslow
Roman Anthony
Alex Cora
Trevor Story
Major League Baseball
Garrett Crochet
Yankees
Alex Bregman
Marcelo Mayer
Playoffs
Rafael Devers
Willson Contreras
Oakland Athletics
Adley Rutschman
Fenway Park
Baseball
Driveline Baseball

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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Latest Episodes

In the latest episode of Breaking Balls, Mazz breaks down how to win a World Series in today's MLB.

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In the latest episode of Breaking Balls, Mazz dives into how Boston will handle Adley Rutschman's upcoming contract negotiations.

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In the latest episode of Breaking Balls, Mazz is joined by Section 10's Jared Carrabis to discuss where the Red Sox stand this offseason compared to last year.

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In the latest episode of Breaking Balls with Tony Massarotti, Mazz discusses the Red Sox's end-of-season press conference.

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Recent Guests

Jared Carrabis
Guest on Breaking Balls, baseball writer/podcast personality
Episode: Defining the SEISMIC gap between the Red Sox and a World Series contender | Breaking Balls
Sean McAdam
Mass Live writer covering the Red Sox
Mass Live
Episode: Sean McAdam joins the Baseball Hour // Red Sox timing of Extending Tracy and Breslow // Recap of the 2026 Red Sox season - 10/2
Matt McCarthy
Guest, former baseball player and commentator
98.5 The Sports Hub / The Baseball Hour
Episode: Matt McCarthy joins the Baseball Hour // Red Sox vs Yankees in Game One of the Wildcard - 9/29
Julian McWilliams
CBS Sports reporter who discussed Red Sox issues
CBS Sports
Episode: Red Sox AMAZING 2026 turnaround doesn't mean franchise growth // Breaking Balls // Sept. 22, 2026
Chris Cotillo
Sports journalist from MassLive, guest on the episode
MassLive
Episode: Red Sox Vulnerable vs Yankees? - Breaking Balls with Tony Mazz 9-17
Chad Tracy
Red Sox media available on Garrett Crochet updates
Red Sox
Episode: Garrett Crochet Injury Update // Red Sox vs Royals // Adley Rutschman Gets Cortisone Shot in Elbow - 9/11
Ian Browne
mlb.com reporter covering the Red Sox
mlb.com
Episode: Ian Browne Joins the Show // Are the Red Sox Playing too Conservatively? // Red Sox vs Orioles - 9/3
Jonathan Papelbon
Long-time Major League closer, World Champion with the Red Sox, analyst
Nesson; Foul Territory
Episode: Jonathan Papelbon on where Red Sox CAN GO - Breaking Balls with Tony Mazz
Brian Murphy
KNBR radio host with Boston roots
KNBR San Francisco
Episode: Devers Has No Regrets // The Return to Fenway // Brian Murphy Joins the Show - 8/21

Hosts

Tony Mazz
Host of The Baseball Hour; long-time Red Sox reporter and analyst
Matt McCarthy
Co-host/analyst; frequent on-air partner for in-depth baseball discussions

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 158 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 States6 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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Guests are a strong draw, elevating discussions with on-the-record insights.
Listeners value the deep, fact-based Red Sox analysis and candid critique of management decisions.
Some listeners feel the show can be long for daily listening, but content depth is appreciated.

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#169
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#105
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Apple Podcasts
#234
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Apple Podcasts
#71
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#136
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#152
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chris Cotillo Joins the Show // Red Sox Offense // Red Sox vs Rangers - 9/15
Q: What is the real Red Sox offense and how should we expect it to perform in October?
The panel explores a midpoint between the early, lower-scoring stretch and the later, more productive run, suggesting the offense may be capable of sustained middle-ground production rather than elite surges, with playoff performance depending on how well the lineup integrates returning players and adapts to high-pressure series against top pitching.
Matt McCarthy Joins the Show // Are the Red Sox Recent Struggles Concerning? // Playoff Pitching Rotation - 9/17
Q: If they have to rely on two out hits or bunting to move runners, can they still win?
Yes, but only if the roster is willing to play small-ball and execute the fundamentals—moving runners, bunting, and avoiding strikeouts—especially in a short series where every run is precious.
Matt McCarthy Joins the Show // Are the Red Sox Recent Struggles Concerning? // Playoff Pitching Rotation - 9/17
Q: Do you think their offense is good enough to win the World Series?
No, I don't think their offense is good enough to win the World Series, even with their pitching depth and potential improvements; the lineup lacks consistent power and is prone to strikeouts, which could be exposed in playoff rounds.
Sean McAdam Joins the Show // Trevor Story Powers Red Sox by Rangers // Willson Contreras Hit...Again - 9/18
Q: Let me start with Contreras, Sean, last night. And first of all, I'm assuming he's not in the lineup today. Any developments with regard to the injury or the ailment?
Sean confirms Contreras is not in the lineup for now and notes the team is giving him extra time to recover, with some gamesmanship from the manager regarding whether he'll play this weekend.

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A fast-moving, baseball-focused talk show that centers on the Boston Red Sox with a blend of sharp analysis, roster decisions, and postseason strategy. Episodes frequently feature high-profile guests from MLB media and analytics circles, dissecting lineup construction, driveline philosophy, injuries, and rotational plans as Boston pursues October play. Call-ins and sponsor reads pepper the rhythm, contributing to a debate-driven, data-informed but candid style. This program stands out for its willingness to challenge management decisions, mix traditional analysis with modern metrics, and lean into heavy playoff planning as the season unfolds.

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4. Julian McWilliams
5. Chris Cotillo
6. Chad Tracy
7. Ian Browne
8. Jonathan Papelbon

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