
The Fenway Rundown: Boston Red Sox Podcast
Baseball
MassLive.com beat reporter Chris Cotillo and MassLive.com supervising reporter/columnist Sean McAdam will be joined by guests from around Major League Baseball to break down the latest news, notes, rumors and opinions surrounding the Boston Red Sox.
Location:
United States
Description:
MassLive.com beat reporter Chris Cotillo and MassLive.com supervising reporter/columnist Sean McAdam will be joined by guests from around Major League Baseball to break down the latest news, notes, rumors and opinions surrounding the Boston Red Sox.
Language:
English
Website:
https://www.masslive.com/redsox/
Episodes
Ep 403: Recapping a strong Red Sox showing at the World Baseball Classic, plus which roster battles matter most as spring training ends?
3/19/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap the strong play from Red Sox players in the World Baseball Classic, analyze the Tommy Kahnle signing and discuss who's still fighting for a roster spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:23:52
Ep 402: Reacting to the Red Sox signing Danny Coulombe, Romy Gonzalez having surgery & more
3/14/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to a newsy 48 hours for the Red Sox at spring training, analyzing the Danny Coulombe signing, the news Romy Gonzalez underwent minor surgery on his shoulder and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:20:56
Ep 401: With two weeks left, what are the Red Sox roster battles to watch? Plus WBC, Jarren Duran thoughts so far
3/11/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back from a brief hiatus with McAdam having returned to Fort Myers for the end of Red Sox spring training. The writers discuss the latest developments in camp, including Caleb Durbin playing third base and Romy Gonzalez visiting a surgeon, plus which roster battles fans should watch down the stretch. Cotillo and McAdam also discuss their Red-Sox related takeaways from the World Baseball Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:25:18
Ep 400: Breaking down Red Sox roster battles midway through camp, plus Isaac Paredes trade rumors & more
3/3/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss what the 2026 Boston Red Sox roster might look like. The writers also break down the newest rumors of Astros infielder Isaac Paredes and the looming outfield dilemma. Plus, after a strong stretch from Johan Oviedo, is the fifth starter spot locked up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:29:27
Ep 399: What does Alex Cora's challenge to Marcelo Mayer mean? Plus breaking down Triston Casas' comments, Johan Oviedo's struggles and more.
2/27/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back home after a couple of weeks in Fort Myers. Chris and Sean break down Alex Cora's challenge to Marcelo Mayer, Triston Casas' newest comments, the recent spring training games, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:25:42
Ep 398: Takeaways from the first two weeks of Red Sox spring training, plus Masataka Yoshida, Jarren Duran thoughts & more
2/24/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss the first few games and how tranquil spring training in Fort Myers was. The writers discuss Masataka Yoshida and Jarren Duran's future after a hot start to spring training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:25:54
Ep 397: Roman Anthony talks World Baseball Classic, expectations for Year 2 and becoming a Red Sox leader
2/20/2026
Red Sox phenom Roman Anthony joins co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam for a sit-down at JetBlue Park. Anthony discusses his expectations for his first full big league season, his goals for 2026, suiting up for Team USA and the World Baseball Classic, clubhouse leadership and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:15:00
Ep 396: Recapping the first week of Red Sox spring training, including Sam Kennedy's comments, roster battles & more
2/16/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap the first week of spring training in Fort Myers, discussing Sam Kennedy and Tom Werner's comments from the first day of full squad workouts Sunday. The writers also talk about ongoing roster battles, injury news and the word that Roman Anthony will likely suit up for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:33:19
Ep 395: Red Sox trade for Caleb Durbin; thoughts on new-look infield, offseason in review
2/10/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are in Fort Myers, where Red Sox spring training opened Monday with the news Boston had acquired young infielder Caleb Durbin from Milwaukee. The writers break down the six-player trade and what it means for Boston's lineup, then discuss the offseason as a whole and preview the first week of camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:20:28
Ep 394: Breaking down Red Sox signing Isiah Kiner-Falefa, plus World Baseball Classic roster thoughts
2/5/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the Red Sox signing Isiah Kiner-Falefa to a one-year, $6 million deal and discuss what it means for the rest of the infield. The writers dive into how Kiner-Falefa fits the team, and which moves could be coming next, then talk about the disaster that has unfolded when it comes to World Baseball Classic eligibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:34:14
Ep 393: Reacting to the Red Sox trading Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin, plus Eugenio Suárez thoughts & more
2/2/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam recap an eventful Sunday for the Red Sox, who shipped pitchers Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the White Sox in a salary dump trade and watched potential target Eugenio Suárez sign with Cincinnati. The writers discuss the deal and where the Sox go next, plus give their instant reactions to the news the Cardinals traded Brendan Donovan to Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:28:53
Ep 392: An early crack at projecting the Red Sox' Opening Day roster; is Eugenio Suárez a target?
1/28/2026
With less than two weeks before the start of spring training, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam take a crack at projecting the Red Sox' Opening Day roster. Cotillo and McAdam discuss Eugenio Suárez as a potential fit for the Sox while also discussing the other moves Craig Breslow could make to finish the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:33:32
Ep 391: With weeks to go before spring training, where will Red Sox turn for infield help? Plus Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette thoughts & more
1/23/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with an action-packed Friday podcast. The writers discuss where Craig Breslow will turn for infield help with the Red Sox in need of help before Opening Day, plus give their thoughts on Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers, Bo Bichette to the Mets and other big moves around baseball in the last 10 days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:29:34
Ep 390: MassLive's 2026 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot reveal with voters Sean McAdam & Chris Smith
1/19/2026
On this episode, MassLive's two Baseball Hall of Fame voters, Sean McAdam and Chris Smith, reveal their 2026 ballots before the results are announced in Cooperstown on Tuesday. McAdam and Smith discuss who got their votes, who didn't and where Dustin Pedroia stands as he continues his journey on the ballot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:41:22
Ep 389: EMERGENCY Pod — Red Sox pivot, make major free agent splash with Ranger Suárez
1/14/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam have instant reaction to the Red Sox pivoting after losing out on Alex Bregman and landing free agent starter Ranger Suárez on a five-year, $130 million deal. The writers break down the move and what's next for the Red Sox, who still need to add a bat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:22:58
Ep 388: EMERGENCY Pod — As Alex Bregman goes to Cubs, where do Red Sox go next?
1/11/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam analyze the breaking news that Alex Bregman is heading to the Cubs on a five-year, $175 million deal after just one season in Boston. The writers react to the Sox losing another free agent battle, discuss where the club will go next and analyze the big-picture implications of Bregman leaving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:34:59
Ep 387: 26 predictions for the 2026 Red Sox season, including a no-hitter and surprise trades
1/9/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss Cotillo's recent story in which he made 26 predictions for the 2026 season. The writers debate everything from a Brayan Bello trade to Masataka Yoshida's future and weigh in on what they think will happen in the upcoming year. Plus, a quick preview of Saturday's Fenway Fest event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:43:30
Ep 386: Lou Merloni weighs in on the Red Sox' offseason moves, plus makes bold predictions (Alex Bregman)
1/6/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by NESN and WEEI's Lou Merloni, who returns to the show to give his latest on the Red Sox offseason to this point. Merloni discusses why he thinks the Red Sox are better than they were in 2025 and gives a bold prediction on Alex Bregman's free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:29:53
Ep 385: Resetting the Red Sox' offseason (Alex Bregman? Bo Bichette) as 2026 begins
1/2/2026
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with their first podcast of 2026. The writers reset the Red Sox' offseason after New Year's Day, debating whether Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman is the best fit for the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:30:59
Ep 384: EMERGENCY Pod — Red Sox trade for Willson Contreras, make first offensive add of winter
12/22/2025
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the news that the Red Sox are acquiring Willson Contreras from the Cardinals for three pitchers, including Hunter Dobbins. The writers talk about how Contreras fits in Boston, the return to St. Louis, where the Red Sox go next and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:35:08