Boston Sports Tonight - 'the Best Of' Podcast

1:30 - The Red Sox are one game away from heading to the American League Championship series after obliterating the Yankees 16-1 in Game 3. Tom Giles, Michael Holley, Lou Merloni and Tony Massarotti discuss the key contributors from the victory.6:31 - A. Sherrod Blakely joins BST to discuss the fines handed out to Marcus Smart and JR Smith following the altercation the two were part of over the weekend and Sherrod explains why the Celtics’ poor preseason showing might not be the worst thing for the team.12:06 - The Patriots have a real test coming up this week in the form of the Kansas City Chiefs. Michael Holley, Tom Giles and Danielle Trotta look ahead to what the Patriots need to do to contain the Chefs potent offense.

1:11 - Lou Merloni joins BST from Fenway to break down the Red Sox game 1 win over the Yankees.5:39 - Alex Cora had Rick Porcello come in relief in the 8th inning of game 1. Tony Massoratti joins BST to discuss Alex Cora’s strategy on relief pitchers in game 1.11:01 - Kyle Draper, A. Sherrod Blakey, and Chris Forsberg discuss Kyrie Irving saying that he has every intent to re-sign with the Celtics, and talk about the possibility of the Celtics acquiring Anthony Davis.

1:18 - Kyrie Irving has confirmed that he plans to re-sign with the Celtics after this season. A. Sherrod Blakely joins Boston Sports Tonight to react to Kyrie’s statement.6:07 - The Boston Bruins rebounded with a 4-0 win over the Sabres, Joe Haggerty joins BST to break down the win.10:08 - Albert Breer, Michael Holley and Troy Brown discuss the Patriots 38-24 win over the Colts and Tom Brady's 500th career touchdown pass.

1:41 - The Red Sox find out their opponent in the ALDS, and it’s the New York Yankees. Evan Drellich and Lou Merloni give their initial thoughts on the rivalry being renewed in the playoffs for the first time since 2004.6:31 - On Boston Sports Tonight, Mike Felger and DJ Bean discuss the Bruins ugly 7-0 loss to the Capitals in the season opener and the poor performance by Tuukka Rask. 10:40 - Chris Gasper and Phil Perry join Early Edition to debate if the Patriots should start or sit Rob Gronkowski, who is dealing with an ankle injury, and they discuss expectations for Julian Edelman returning from his suspension.

(1:00) Rob Gronkowski missed practice on Tuesday with an ankle injury, Andy Hart discusses who would have to step up on offense if Gronkowski cannot play.(7:00) Alex Cora said on Tuesday that he is 100% sure that Chris Sale is healthy, our BST crew debates whether they believe him.(11:00) The Celtics fell to the Cavaliers on Tuesday, 102-95. A. Sherrod Blakely joins BST to break down the loss.

(1:30) Devin and Jason McCourty talk with Tom E. Curran about what changed for the Patriots defense, and how they were able to shut down the Dolphins. (7:40)Evan Drellich joins BST to explain why he thinks it a ‘wildcard’ on what we can expect from Sale in his game 1 start. (12:00) A. Sherrod Blakely joins Early Edition to give his first impressions of Gordon Hayward after his first two preseason games. )

1:12 - We hear from Gordon Hayward and Kyrie Irving after the Celtics first preseason game of the season. Kyle Draper and Tommy Heinsohn discuss how both players are returning from significant injuries.5:44 - On Boston Sports Tonight, Danielle Trotta, DJ Bean, and Jim Murray debate if this is a must-win game for the Patriots on Sunday against the Dolphins.9:38 - The same crew on BST discuss their confidence level for the Red Sox starting rotation entering the playoffs. 

1:31 - With preseason game one coming up tonight, it’s officially Celtics season, and we already have so trash talk going on. Yesterday Marcus Morris tweeted in response to Tristan Thompson saying the Cavs are still the top team in the East. The BST crew is joined by Rich Keefe and Adam Himmelsbach to discuss.6:41 - Host Tom Giles is joined by DJ Bean for a game of ‘What’s Bruin,’ where we take a look at the best and worst case scenarios for a handful of Bruins players including Tuukka Rask, Brad Marchand and Zdeno Chara.11:37 - Lou Merloni, Tom Giles and Michael Holley take part in the speedy round, giving their takes on a variety of Red Sox topics like their confidence in the bullpen, David Price’s chances of winning a playoff game and how they feel about Chris Sale’s status going into October.

1:11 - First, hear Bill Belichick and Rob Gronkowski respond to Chris Gronkowski’s comments, where he said Rob was ‘super frustrated’. Then, Tom E. Curran joins Early Edition to discuss how the Patriots tight end refuted his brother’s claim.6:10 - Michael Holley, A. Sherrod Blakely, Kyle Draper, and Tom Giles react to the comments from the owner of the Celtics, Wyc Grousbeck, who talked to Felger & Mazz about Kyrie Irving hitting free agency next season and the Celtics being a championship contender.11:08 - Steven Buckley joins Boston Sports Tonight to discuss Chris Sale's last start before the postseason and his confidence level in Sale heading into the playoffs.

1:28 - Ben Volin joins Michael Holley and Tom Giles on Boston Sports Tonight to give his 3 reasons for the Patriots slow start including Belichick decimating the team’s depth as general manager and Tom Brady missing offseason workouts. 6:39 - Rob Gronkowski’s brother Chris went on WEEI and bashed the Patriots wide receivers and said he thinks Rob is “super frustrated”. On Early Edition, Tom E. Curran breaks down what this could mean for Gronk, Belichick and the Patriots moving forward.10:42 - New NBC Sports Boston addition Chris Forsberg talks with Giles and Holley about the Celtics first training camp scrimmage and the progress of Gordon Hayward’s comeback.

(1:00)Kyrie Irving talked with Jackie MacMullan and discussed everything from how his knee feels to why he hasn’t committed to Boston long term, Our Early Edition crew discusses what he had to say.(7:50)Marc Bertrand and Phil Perry break down the Patriots-Lions match up on Sunday, and debate whether the Lions have any shot of doing what the Jaguars did to the Patriots. (14:30) Steve Buckley joins BST to discuss Chris Sale’s performance against the Indians.

1:27 - The Red Sox have clinched the A.L. East! Finally! Michael Holley, Tom Giles and Danielle Trotta break down the Sox historic season and we hear from J.D. Martinez, Mookie Betts and Alex Cora.8:02 - The biggest storyline for the Patriots Week 3 matchup with the Lions is still Josh Gordon, but now the focus has shifted a bit to Rob Gronkowski’s health, as the tight end showed up on Thursday’s injury report. Phil Perry joins us from Foxboro to discuss the team’s health.12:48 - Tedy Bruschi isn’t loyal! The former Patriots linebacker thinks that Lions head coach Matt Patricia has an edge over his former team and Bill Belichick. Andy Hart, Tom Giles and Danielle Trotta discuss Bruschi’s comments.

1:22 - Josh Gordon is now officially a Patriot. Tom E. Curran joins Early Edition with Gary Tanguay and Trenni Kusnierek to give his theory about why Bill Belichick was reluctant to discuss the acquisition of the former Browns wide receiver.6:10 - Jimmy Butler has reportedly requested a trade and prefers the Knicks, Nets, and Clippers as destinations. Chris Gasper and Kyle Draper talk about if this could have any impact on the Celtics and Kyrie Irving’s future in Boston. 10:13 - David Price can’t get the job done and the division title celebration will have to wait another night. Giles, Draper, Holley, and Trotta break down David Price’s performance and discuss what the Red Sox playoff rotation should be. 

1:11 - Bill Belichick didn’t have much to say about acquiring Josh Gordon. Tom Giles, Michael Holley, and Danielle Trotta discuss if Josh Gordon will be able to turn his career around in New England.6:55 - Evan Drellich joins BST from Yankee Stadium to discuss the Red Sox bullpen blowing yet another save, and how David Price can help the Red Sox clinch the A.L. East on Wednesday night in New York.11:45 - DJ Bean, Abby Chin, and Michael Holley talk about the ESPN top 100 NBA players list, where Jayson Tatum will be ranked in the top 30.

(1:00)Devin and Jason Mccourty talk with Tom E. Curran about Josh Gordon joining their team. (7:00)Former teammate of Josh Gordon, Donte Whitner join BST to discuss why he thinks joining the Patriots is a perfect fit for Josh Gordon.(11:00) Paul Perillo and Rich Keefe break down the Patriots loss to the Jaguars.

1:27 - Whether you believe in the hype or not, the Patriots-Jaguars rematch is almost here and Kyle Draper and Michael Holley are fired up about it. The two engage in a heated debate about just how good the Jaguars really are and if they’re a real threat to New England.6:37 - It’s incredible, we went a whole day without hearing any trash talk from Jalen Ramsey. Troy Brown joins Early Edition to tell some trash talking stories from back when he was in the league.12:45 - The Red Sox laid an egg last night against Noah Syndergaard and the Mets, in what was essentially bullpen tryouts for the playoffs. Kyle Draper and Rich Keefe break down the Sox’ loss and look ahead to the postseason.

1:21 - Once again the Red Sox were able to pull off a come-from-behind win and pick up win 101 on the season. Evan Drellich joins us from Fenway Park to break down the Sox’ victory over the Blue Jays.5:22 - This week Sports Illustrated released it’s list of the top 100 players in the NBA and a lot of green teamers have had some issues with where Celtics players ranked. DJ Bean and Kyle Draper go over their own list of the top-10 players in the league.10:25 - Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey is still at it, saying that he doesn’t fear covering Rob Gronkowski. Phil Perry joins Trenni Kusnierek and Gary Tanguay to discuss Ramsey’s comments leading up to the Pats Week 2 matchup with Jacksonville.

(1:00)Tom E. Curran goes on record saying that if Tom Brady decides to play in the NFL past the 2019 season, it will be in another city. He explains himself on Early Edition,(7:00)Evan Drellich joins Boston Sports Tonight to break down the Red Sox 100th win.(13:00)Chris Gasper joins our Early Edition crew to break down the Patriots-Jaguars matchup for Sunday, and debate whether this Patriots defense is better equipped to stop Blake Bortles. 

(1:00) Patriots made a move some moves on Tuesday, including bringing in WR Corey Coleman. Tom E. Curran and Jerod Mayo discuss the signing and their expectations from the new signings. (6:00) Lou Merloni breaks down Chris Sale’s return, and voices the concerns he has for Chris Sale after what he saw. (10:50) Tom E. Curran goes around the NFL to talk with insiders from various teams to recap and react to the first week of the NFL season.