Play Tessie - A Red Sox Podcast

Episode 91 - The concept of buying AND selling

06 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ken Rosenthal suggested in a recent article that the Red Sox could both buy and sell in one move by trading Kenley Jansen to the Dodgers for Walker Bu...

Episode 91 - The concept of buying AND selling

06 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ken Rosenthal suggested in a recent article that the Red Sox could both buy and sell in one move by trading Kenley Jansen to the Dodgers for Walker Bu...

Episode 90 - Great Vibes Return in South Beach

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Those great feelings about the Red Sox are back after a sweep against the Marlins including an extra-inning thriller to cap it. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat ...

Episode 90 - Great Vibes Return in South Beach

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Those great feelings about the Red Sox are back after a sweep against the Marlins including an extra-inning thriller to cap it. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat ...

Episode 89 - Sending the Right Message at the Deadline

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Despite dropping their weekend series with the Padres, the Red Sox seem to be a team worth that should buy rather than sell. Gordo, Sammy, and produce...

Episode 89 - Sending the Right Message at the Deadline

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Despite dropping their weekend series with the Padres, the Red Sox seem to be a team worth that should buy rather than sell. Gordo, Sammy, and produce...

Episode 88 - Padres Push Back on Streaking Sox

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What were once great vibes have drastically changed thanks to two beatdown losses to the Padres over the weekend. Gordo, Sammy, and producer Joe look ...

Episode 88 - Padres Push Back on Streaking Sox

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What were once great vibes have drastically changed thanks to two beatdown losses to the Padres over the weekend. Gordo, Sammy, and producer Joe look ...

Questions About Cora

30 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo joined Rob Bradford on Baseball Isn't Boring on WEEI to discuss recent comments from Craig Breslow about the future of Alex Cora. Why hasn't own...

Questions About Cora

30 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo joined Rob Bradford on Baseball Isn't Boring on WEEI to discuss recent comments from Craig Breslow about the future of Alex Cora. Why hasn't own...

Episode 87 - Pete Alonso or Luis Rengifo

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Passan recently wrote about the Red Sox potentially targeting Pete Alonso and Luis Rengifo at the trade deadline should they be buyers. Gordo, Sa...

Episode 87 - Pete Alonso or Luis Rengifo

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Passan recently wrote about the Red Sox potentially targeting Pete Alonso and Luis Rengifo at the trade deadline should they be buyers. Gordo, Sa...

Tying Toronto

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a wild time when the Blue Jays came to Fenway that saw a series split following a rain out of Game 3. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe give the vibes foll...

Tying Toronto

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a wild time when the Blue Jays came to Fenway that saw a series split following a rain out of Game 3. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe give the vibes foll...

Analyzing All Stars

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Weeks away from the All Star Game and many Red Sox players have proven their case for making the American League team in Texas. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat ...

Analyzing All Stars

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Weeks away from the All Star Game and many Red Sox players have proven their case for making the American League team in Texas. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat ...

Capitalizing in Cincinnati

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even with dropping a game during the series, the Red Sox are now firmly in the thick of the playoff chase two wins in Cincinnati over the weekend. Gor...

Capitalizing in Cincinnati

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even with dropping a game during the series, the Red Sox are now firmly in the thick of the playoff chase two wins in Cincinnati over the weekend. Gor...

Crushing in Canada

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Vibes in Boston are even higher as the Red Sox added on to the Celtics' Championship by sweeping the Blue Jays in Toronto for their fifth straight win...

Crushing in Canada

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Vibes in Boston are even higher as the Red Sox added on to the Celtics' Championship by sweeping the Blue Jays in Toronto for their fifth straight win...

PT Shorts - Youth Movement

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Part of the resurgent hot streak of the Red Sox has been the play of their youngest players. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe look at the speed of David Hamilton...

PT Shorts - Youth Movement

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Part of the resurgent hot streak of the Red Sox has been the play of their youngest players. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe look at the speed of David Hamilton...

Routing the Rivals

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a sudden turn of events, the Red Sox won their series with the Yankees and went 4-2 in their six home games against the two best teams in baseball....

Routing the Rivals

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a sudden turn of events, the Red Sox won their series with the Yankees and went 4-2 in their six home games against the two best teams in baseball....

Vengeance on Verdugo

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo joined Rob Bradford on "Baseball Isn't Boring" on WEEI to talk about Alex Verdugo's actions after hitting a home run against his former team. Th...

Vengeance on Verdugo

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo joined Rob Bradford on "Baseball Isn't Boring" on WEEI to talk about Alex Verdugo's actions after hitting a home run against his former team. Th...

Debating Dominance

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To many's surprise, the Red Sox won two of three games at home over the team with the best record in baseball in the Phillies. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat l...

Debating Dominance

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To many's surprise, the Red Sox won two of three games at home over the team with the best record in baseball in the Phillies. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat l...

PT Shorts - Ownership Not Owning Up

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John Henry gave some interesting viewpoints about the Red Sox in an article last week that should get fans' blood boiling. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe react...

PT Shorts - Ownership Not Owning Up

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John Henry gave some interesting viewpoints about the Red Sox in an article last week that should get fans' blood boiling. Gordo, Sammy, and Joe react...

Who Says No: One For Kenley Jansen, One For Garrett Crochet | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): They're back! The guys who are the conversation-starters for all fake trades - Gordo and Pat of the 'Pl...

Who Says No: One For Kenley Jansen, One For Garrett Crochet | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): They're back! The guys who are the conversation-starters for all fake trades - Gordo and Pat of the 'Pl...

Technically Still In It

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It may have been a split against the lowly White Sox, but it didn't feel like it for the Red Sox. Gordo, Sammy, and producer Joe Braverman discuss all...

Technically Still In It

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It may have been a split against the lowly White Sox, but it didn't feel like it for the Red Sox. Gordo, Sammy, and producer Joe Braverman discuss all...

Tantalizing Trades

08 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo, and Pat appeared on the "Baseball Isn't Boring" show with Rob Bradford on WEEI and proposed mock trades with Bradfo about deals the Red Sox cou...

Tantalizing Trades

08 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo, and Pat appeared on the "Baseball Isn't Boring" show with Rob Bradford on WEEI and proposed mock trades with Bradfo about deals the Red Sox cou...

Breakthrough vs the Braves

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To the surprise of some Red Sox fans, the team managed to split their short two-game series with the powerful Atlanta Braves. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat br...

Breakthrough vs the Braves

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To the surprise of some Red Sox fans, the team managed to split their short two-game series with the powerful Atlanta Braves. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat br...

PT Shorts - Surging Ceddanne

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rookie Ceddanne Rafaela has been turning heads with stellar defense and breakout offensive games including two home runs against the Tigers last weeke...

PT Shorts - Surging Ceddanne

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rookie Ceddanne Rafaela has been turning heads with stellar defense and breakout offensive games including two home runs against the Tigers last weeke...

Unusual Under-Performance

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On top of the Red Sox splitting their four-game series at Fenway with the Tigers, team president Sam Kennedy stirred some controversy with his comment...

Unusual Under-Performance

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On top of the Red Sox splitting their four-game series at Fenway with the Tigers, team president Sam Kennedy stirred some controversy with his comment...

Wasabi Redemption

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo and Sammy go for attempt number two at the Wasabi Challenge on the Baseball Isn't Boring show with Rob Bradford on WEEI with questions about Ree...

Wasabi Redemption

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo and Sammy go for attempt number two at the Wasabi Challenge on the Baseball Isn't Boring show with Rob Bradford on WEEI with questions about Ree...

Fits for the Future

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even though it was mostly expected, fans are disappointed to see the Red Sox lose their series in Baltimore to the powerful Orioles. Gordo, Sammy, and...

Fits for the Future

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even though it was mostly expected, fans are disappointed to see the Red Sox lose their series in Baltimore to the powerful Orioles. Gordo, Sammy, and...

PT Shorts - Closing Time for the Closer?

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported on Sunday that Kenley Jansen will most likely be traded by the Red Sox by the trade deadline. Gordo, Sammy, and ...

PT Shorts - Closing Time for the Closer?

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported on Sunday that Kenley Jansen will most likely be traded by the Red Sox by the trade deadline. Gordo, Sammy, and ...

Beefing with the Brewers

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Turns out this weekend was wild for the Red Sox despite losing two out of three games at home to the Milwaukee Brewers. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat look bac...

Beefing with the Brewers

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Turns out this weekend was wild for the Red Sox despite losing two out of three games at home to the Milwaukee Brewers. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat look bac...

PT Shorts - Ranking the Rotation

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tanner Houck has sustained his strong pitching through the season so far that has many wondering if he should be the team's ace. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat...

PT Shorts - Ranking the Rotation

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tanner Houck has sustained his strong pitching through the season so far that has many wondering if he should be the team's ace. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat...

Jonathan Papelbon Has Some Things To Say Before His Big Day | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Jonathan Papelbon is heading into the Red Sox Hall of Fame next week, which on its own would be a great...

Jonathan Papelbon Has Some Things To Say Before His Big Day | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Jonathan Papelbon is heading into the Red Sox Hall of Fame next week, which on its own would be a great...

Rays Redemption

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For the first time since 2019, the Red Sox completed a sweep over the Rays in Tropicana Field and got revenge on their division foes. Gordo, Sammy, an...

Rays Redemption

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For the first time since 2019, the Red Sox completed a sweep over the Rays in Tropicana Field and got revenge on their division foes. Gordo, Sammy, an...

PT Shorts - Dominant Devers

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rafael Devers has gotten back to his dominant self and potentially even more powerful with a record-breaking streak of games with a home run. Gordo, S...

PT Shorts - Dominant Devers

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rafael Devers has gotten back to his dominant self and potentially even more powerful with a record-breaking streak of games with a home run. Gordo, S...

Scrubbed in St. Louis

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even against a struggling Cardinals team, the woes of the Red Sox continued with two more losses in their three-game series in St. Louis. Gordo, Sammy...

Scrubbed in St. Louis

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Even against a struggling Cardinals team, the woes of the Red Sox continued with two more losses in their three-game series in St. Louis. Gordo, Sammy...

Sammy and Gordo take the Wasabi Challenge

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As part of the Baseball Isn't Boring show on WEEI, Rob Bradford asks Sammy and Gordo questions about Connor Wong and Garrett Whitlock where incorrect ...

Sammy and Gordo take the Wasabi Challenge

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As part of the Baseball Isn't Boring show on WEEI, Rob Bradford asks Sammy and Gordo questions about Connor Wong and Garrett Whitlock where incorrect ...

Torched by Tampa

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The bats continued to remain cold for the Red Sox as they dropped three out of four at home to the Tampa Bay Rays. The full squad of Gordo, Sammy, and...

Torched by Tampa

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The bats continued to remain cold for the Red Sox as they dropped three out of four at home to the Tampa Bay Rays. The full squad of Gordo, Sammy, and...

PT Shorts - Wicked Weekend for Wong

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Connor Wong was arguably the best player for the Red Sox in their series with the Nationals. Gordo, Sammy, and Rob Bradford give the Sox catcher his f...

PT Shorts - Wicked Weekend for Wong

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Connor Wong was arguably the best player for the Red Sox in their series with the Nationals. Gordo, Sammy, and Rob Bradford give the Sox catcher his f...

Night-Night Nationals

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It wasn't pretty, but the Red Sox managed to win two of three games in their weekend series at home with the Nationals. Sammy and Gordo are joined by ...

Night-Night Nationals

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It wasn't pretty, but the Red Sox managed to win two of three games in their weekend series at home with the Nationals. Sammy and Gordo are joined by ...

Bounced by the Braves

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a quick trip to Atlanta, but not quick enough as the Red Sox lost both of their games to the Braves. Sammy and Gordo look into the offense unab...

Bounced by the Braves

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a quick trip to Atlanta, but not quick enough as the Red Sox lost both of their games to the Braves. Sammy and Gordo look into the offense unab...

Alex Verdugo Opens Up About Boston, New York | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): It was a good time to catch up with Yankees outfielder Alex Verdugo considering his solid start with hi...

Alex Verdugo Opens Up About Boston, New York | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): It was a good time to catch up with Yankees outfielder Alex Verdugo considering his solid start with hi...

PT Shorts - Criswell Creating Chaos

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two great starts out of Cooper Criswell has become a blessing and a curse for the Red Sox. Gordo, Sammy, and producer Joe Braverman debate what the be...

PT Shorts - Criswell Creating Chaos

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two great starts out of Cooper Criswell has become a blessing and a curse for the Red Sox. Gordo, Sammy, and producer Joe Braverman debate what the be...

Tripping over the Twins

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Despite salvaging the series on Sunday, the Red Sox went cold in their two-out-of-three series loss to the Twins. Sammy, Gordo, and producer Joe Brave...

Tripping over the Twins

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Despite salvaging the series on Sunday, the Red Sox went cold in their two-out-of-three series loss to the Twins. Sammy, Gordo, and producer Joe Brave...

Riveting Relief

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There was plenty of roster shifting for the Red Sox, but the bullpen remained as strong as they've been during the beginning of the season. Gordo, Pat...

Riveting Relief

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There was plenty of roster shifting for the Red Sox, but the bullpen remained as strong as they've been during the beginning of the season. Gordo, Pat...

Shrinking the Giants

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In an interleague matchup, the Red Sox welcomed the Giants to town and took two games out of three at Fenway Park. Gordo, Pat, and new producer Joe Br...

Shrinking the Giants

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In an interleague matchup, the Red Sox welcomed the Giants to town and took two games out of three at Fenway Park. Gordo, Pat, and new producer Joe Br...

Cooper is Coming

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a rare April trade, the Red Sox seemed to have found a replacement for Triston Casas in Garrett Cooper. Sammy, Gordo, and Pat dive into how Cooper ...

Cooper is Coming

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a rare April trade, the Red Sox seemed to have found a replacement for Triston Casas in Garrett Cooper. Sammy, Gordo, and Pat dive into how Cooper ...

Cashing In on Chicago

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Sox ended their weekend series with the Cubs in walk off fashion on the back of another great outing from Tanner Houck. Sammy, Gordo, and Pat ...

Cashing In on Chicago

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Sox ended their weekend series with the Cubs in walk off fashion on the back of another great outing from Tanner Houck. Sammy, Gordo, and Pat ...

Caught Off Guard

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a 4-2 road trip for the Red Sox that culminated with losing two out of three in Cleveland. Gordo explains his turn around to supporting Cedddan...

Caught Off Guard

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a 4-2 road trip for the Red Sox that culminated with losing two out of three in Cleveland. Gordo explains his turn around to supporting Cedddan...

Growing in the Red Sox Farm System [feat. Christopher Troye]

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sammy and Gordo got to travel up to Portland, Maine to chat with Sea Dogs' pitcher Christopher Troye. They get into everything including moving up in ...

Growing in the Red Sox Farm System [feat. Christopher Troye]

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sammy and Gordo got to travel up to Portland, Maine to chat with Sea Dogs' pitcher Christopher Troye. They get into everything including moving up in ...

Guys Being Dudes - Put some Respect on Corey Kluber

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sammy, Pat, and Gordo get into a debate about how good Corey Kluber really was in his career while naming players who've played for Boston and Clevela...

Guys Being Dudes - Put some Respect on Corey Kluber

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sammy, Pat, and Gordo get into a debate about how good Corey Kluber really was in his career while naming players who've played for Boston and Clevela...

Plundering Pittsburgh

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not only was it a great weekend for the Red Sox who swept the Pirates in Pittsburgh, but the guys got to head up to Maine and talk with the potential ...

Plundering Pittsburgh

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not only was it a great weekend for the Red Sox who swept the Pirates in Pittsburgh, but the guys got to head up to Maine and talk with the potential ...

Panic Meter

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a dismal end to the homestand for the Red Sox as they drop three of the four games their series with the Guardians. Sammy, Gordo, and Pat go th...

Panic Meter

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a dismal end to the homestand for the Red Sox as they drop three of the four games their series with the Guardians. Sammy, Gordo, and Pat go th...

A Closer with Balls

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Sox stole the series from the Angels after the Sox regrouped from their 4th straight loss to open things up. Sammy, Gordo and Pat recap everyt...

A Closer with Balls

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Sox stole the series from the Angels after the Sox regrouped from their 4th straight loss to open things up. Sammy, Gordo and Pat recap everyt...

Play Tessie Preview: Guardians (4/15)

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Sox are getting ready for their Marathon Matchup with the Cleveland Guardians. After rebounding the season and popping above .500, Sammy, Pat,...

Play Tessie Preview: Guardians (4/15)

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Sox are getting ready for their Marathon Matchup with the Cleveland Guardians. After rebounding the season and popping above .500, Sammy, Pat,...

Series Preview: Angels (4/12)

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo, Pat, and Sammy preview what should be a pick-me-up weekend series against the Los Angeles Angels and Mike Trout. The guys give out their Crysta...

Series Preview: Angels (4/12)

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gordo, Pat, and Sammy preview what should be a pick-me-up weekend series against the Los Angeles Angels and Mike Trout. The guys give out their Crysta...