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The Baseball Hour with Tony Mazz

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

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

• (0:00) Matt McCarthy opens The Baseball Hour discussing some injury updates on Garrett Crochet and Eli White.

• (21:05) McCarthy discusses Payton Tolle’s Charity Event the “Tigger Tournament” and he discusses how much Tolle is liked in Boston.

... more

• (0:00) Matt McCarthy opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox playoff roster and the amount of jobs that are open in the lineup.

• (17:16) More thoughts from the callers on the Red Sox.

• (29:53) Hogdale of Barstool Sports joins Matt McCart... more

• (0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz and opens The Baseball Hour with his thoughts on the Red Sox and the final stretch of games they have in the regular season.

• (16:53) Thoughts on Adley Rutschman since the trade to the Red Sox. Plus, the callers... more

• (0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with his thoughts on the current state of the Red Sox following their comeback win over the Orioles.

• (9:22) Julian McWilliams on CBS Sports joins the show to discuss Driveline in the MLB, especially with the R... more

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Recent Guests

Julian McWilliams
CBS Sports writer who covered Driveline and related Red Sox analysis
CBS Sports
Episode: Julian McWilliams Joins the Show // Adley Rutschman’s Big Return to Baltimore // Red Sox vs Orioles - 9/4
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
Jared Carrabis
Analyst, baseball commenter, joining to discuss the Red Sox–Yankees series
Baseball media (Barstool, etc.)
Episode: Jared Carrabis Joins the Show // Red Sox Lose 3 of 4 to Yankees // Did Ceddanne Rafaela Make the Catch? - 8/31
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
Tim Healey
The Boston Globe baseball writer
Boston Globe
Episode: Red Sox Lose 5 of 7 on Road Trip // Tim Healey Joins the Show // Red Sox vs Diamondbacks - 8/17
Roman Anthony
Red Sox outfielder/first baseman in rehab
Boston Red Sox
Episode: Red Sox on 3-Game Losing Skid // “Fourth-Out” Play Versus the Blue Jays // Roman Anthony “Getting Closer” - 8/11
Chad Tracy
Baseball coach, commentary on Anthony's rehab progression
Boston Red Sox organization
Episode: Red Sox on 3-Game Losing Skid // “Fourth-Out” Play Versus the Blue Jays // Roman Anthony “Getting Closer” - 8/11
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

Host

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

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 154 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 States5 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

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some feedback calls for shorter episodes or more concise material.
Listeners value high-energy debates and guest expertise.
Mostly positive sentiment around insightful Red Sox analysis and honest critique.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#48
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#100
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#107
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#13
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Apple Podcasts
#21
Australia/Sports/Baseball
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#4
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jonathan Papelbon on where Red Sox CAN GO - Breaking Balls with Tony Mazz
Q: So Jonathan, what stands out most to you about the Red Sox's chances given the current state of the rotation and bullpen?
Papelbon highlights the bullpen as the only truly championship-caliber piece and emphasizes that without healthy top starters, the ceiling is limited; rest and bullpen depth can help, but durable, high-leverage starts are essential for a postseason run.
Ian Browne Joins the Show // Are the Red Sox Playing too Conservatively? // Red Sox vs Orioles - 9/3
Q: Are the Red Sox, I feel this week, Ian, like the Red Sox have kind of taken their eye off the ball a little bit and that they seem a little more focused on getting ready for the playoffs than they do for actually getting in or locking up the playoff spot.
Ian Browne explains the shifts in the team's approach, noting adjustments in rest and lineup planning as the deadline nears, while highlighting how health and rotation management are being prioritized to optimize for the postseason.
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.

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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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2. Ian Browne
3. Jonathan Papelbon
4. Jared Carrabis
5. Brian Murphy
6. Tim Healey
7. Roman Anthony
8. Chad Tracy

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