Boston Sports Tonight - 'the Best Of' Podcast

1:25 - With half of the Celtics roster on the shelf, we’ve been able to see just how great a scorer Jayson Tatum can be. A. Sherrod Blakely, Mike Girardi and Trenni Kusnierek discuss how Tatum compares to Celtics legend, Paul Pierce.5:35 - The NFL Competition Committee is giving it their best shot at modifying the ‘catch rule’ and Tom Curran, Kyle Draper and Hardy try to wrap their heads around the proposed changes.11:02 - The Bruins clinched a playoff berth despite losing to the St. Louis Blues in overtime. Joe Haggerty joins Tom Giles to break down the game, which included another goal by Ryan Donato and a questionable call on a high hit on David Krejci.

1:15 - A. Sherrod Blakely joins Gary Tanguay and Trenni Kusnierek to discuss Kyrie Irving getting a second opinion on his injured knee and what the Kyrie’s options are for the remainder of the season.5:53 - Kyle Draper and Brian Scalabrine break down the Celtics stunning last second comeback win over the Thunder with multiple key players sitting out.10:27 - Tom Curran and Jerod Mayo stop by Early Edition to play a game of Fill in the Blank that involves Gronkowski’s contract and the Patriots best offseason acquisition.

1:13 - Joe Haggerty joins from the TD Garden to discuss the non-call on Brad Marchand’s breakaway, Ryan Donato shining in his NHL debut, and when Patrice Bergeron could be returning.6:16 - Gary Tanguay, Mike Giardi, and Trenni Kusnierek debate if the Patriots are starting to replace the talent they’ve lost this offseason as they have acquired Adrian Clayborn, Jeremy Hill, and Jason McCourty. 11:01 - A. Sherrod Blakely joins Boston Sports Tonight to talk about the Celtics continuing to struggle as the injuries have piled up. 

1:20 - Despite throwing a depleted roster out there, the Celtics were able to get back in the win column vs. the Magic. Michael Holley and Tommy Heinsohn break down the win.6:17 - Finally, the Patriots have done something! On Friday night it was reported that New England signed defensive end Adrian Clayborn as well as running back Jeremy Hill. Tom Curran, Alex Giaimo and Ben Volin discuss the impact these additions will have on the team.11:05 - While the Celtics were able to pull out the win on Friday, the team did announce that Marcus Smart is expected to miss six to eight weeks after undergoing thumb surgery. A. Sherrod Blakely expresses his optimism on Smart’s return for the playoffs.

1:34 - Tom Curran chats with Patriots safety Devin McCourty about the Patriots’ acquisition of his twin brother Jason from the Browns. How will the two defensive backs perform playing together for the first time since college?6:46 - Michael Holley, Chris Forsberg and Alex Giaimo share their panic level on Kyrie Irving’s nagging knee after Danny Ainge came out and said that the star point guard could require surgery in the near future.11:02 - Mike Giardi received a text from a source telling him that players on the Patriots (notably Brady and Gronk) are miserable and think they don’t get enough respect. Trenni, Albert Breer and Troy Brown dive into how this further proves dysfunction within the organization.

1:07 - A. Sherrod Blakely joins from the TD Garden to break down the Celtics double overtime loss to the Wizards with most of their starters injured and explains why it was one of his favorite games of the year.4:40 - Gary Tanguay, Mike Giardi, and Tom E. Curran discuss the Patriots losing multiple key players such as Nate Solder, Dion Lewis, Malcolm Butler, and Danny Amendola, and talk about how it will impact the team and Brady’s future.10:31 - Giardi and Phil Perry look at the best remaining free agents, if there would be any interest in signing with the Patriots, and if they would be a good fit.

1:22 - A. Sherrod Blakely joins Early Edition with Gary Tanguay and Trenni Kusnierek to discuss the multiple Celtics injuries that are plaguing the team, especially Marcus Smart's thumb and Kyrie Irving's knee tendinitis.6:32 - Tanguay, Mike Giardi, and Paul Perillo talk about the possibility of a reunion between Matt Patricia and Malcolm Butler in Detroit and if we could get more information about why Butler was benched in the Super Bowl.9:36 - Michael Holley, A. Sherrod Blakely, and Kyle Draper discuss excerpts from Ray Allen's new book about some behind-the-scenes drama involving Allen, Rajon Rondo, and Kevin Garnett.

1:32 - John Tomase joins Mike Giardi and Gary Tanguay to debate whether or not the Patriots should actually sign Richard Sherman now that the all-pro cornerback has been released by the Seahawks.7:19 - Well, we don't really know what to believe about the Gordon Hayward situation. Him and Brad Stevens have sent mixed signals this week about Hayward's potential return. Tom Curran, Tom Giles and Jim Murray try to decipher what this back-and-forth might mean.11:41 - As Boston sports fans, we understand that we can be a little sensitive sometimes. It's what makes us great in some way. DJ Bean and Jim Murray break down the most sensitive fan bases in New England.

1:15 - The Celtics topped the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-109 to clinch a playoff berth, but Jaylen Brown left the game after falling hard to the ground after a dunk. Multiple Celtics players spoke about Brown's fall after the game and A. Sherrod breaks down the win.6:14 - It seemed as if the Patriots had their pick of top-of-the-line cornerbacks, but after Aqib Talib was traded to the Los Angeles Rams, New England is focused on landing Richard Sherman. The BST crew discusses how this will affect the Pats and Jeff Howe joins Mike Giardi and Gary Tanguay to break down why Sherman is a good fit.10:47 - Who else but Brad Marchand recorded yet another game-winning goal as the Bruins grabbed their fifth victory in a row. Joe Haggerty joins Tom Giles to break down the win.

1:30 - Tom Curran and Albert Breer discuss the transactions going on in the NFL and if the Patriots could take a chance on either Richard Sherman or Aqib Talib.7:44 - Kyle Draper and A. Sherrod Blakely discuss Mike Gorman’s comments on Gordon Hayward’s potential comeback and they react to what Kyrie Irving said about how the team responded after Hayward went down.12:37 - Mike Felger and Mike Giardi discuss how Brad Marchand might start getting into the Hart Trophy conversation and how he has become one of the elite scorers in the NHL.15:57 - Evan Drellich and Lou Merloni join Early Edition to talk about what they learned from Chris Sale while down in Spring Training.

1:26 - Tom E. Curran on his article about Bill Belichick and if he is listening to anybody anymore or receiving any pushback from his coaching staff. 6:19 - Joe Haggerty discusses the Bruins getting the win over the Red Wings, thanks to another game-winning overtime goal from Brad Marchand.10:21 - Dan Shaughnessy joins Boston Sports Tonight to debate if Al Horford has been unfairly criticized in Boston.15:21 - Gary Tanguay and Lou Merloni talk about David Price’s comments on his expectations for the 2018 season, how much Alex Cora can change the team, and how J.D. Martinez compares to David Ortiz.

1:20 - Chris Mannix breaks down the Celtics destroying the Bulls. Jaylen Brown talks about how he’s continuing to improve his game. 5:22 - Exclusive interview with Red Sox ace Chris Sale on how he’s feeling more comfortable in his 2nd season in Boston, his hobbies outside of baseball, and what advice he’s received from former Red Sox pitchers.9:50 - From Arbella Early Edition, Joe Haggerty discusses Charlie McAvoy injury and how much time he could end up missing.13:17 - Gary Tanguay, Mike Giardi, Phil Perry, and Steve Buckley debate the feeling around Foxboro one month after the Patriots Super Bowl loss.

0:41 - Phil Perry joins from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis and discusses how QB Kyle Lauletta from Richmond could be on the Patriots radar and if he could be the next Jimmy Garoppolo.4:59 - Kyle Draper and A. Sherrod Blakely preview the Celtics game against the Rockets on Saturday, and how Marcus Smart is able to get in the head of James Harden.9:33 - Lou Merloni, Michael Holley, and Tom Giles talk about Drew Pomeranz leaving his start with forearm tightness, and how the Red Sox are trying to limit pitchers workloads in Spring Training.14:23 - Tom Curran, Kayce Smith and Mike Flynn discuss the most important player that the Patriots need to re-sign and how many times Tom Brady will be hit against Miami next season now that the Dolphins have traded for Robert Quinn.

(1:00) Tom E. Curran says that the Patriots future rides on breaking the tension between the team. Our Boston Sports Tonight crew discusses whether or not they think the Patriots can break the tension that has built up. (6:40) Joe Haggerty joins Boston Sports Tonight from the Garden to break down the Bruins 8-4 win over the Penguins. (12:25) Steve Buckley reacts to Alex Cora telling Evan Drellich that he will lean on veteran player to establish new rules, and whether he thinks that will work with the Red Sox. (20:00) Phil Perry joins Boston Sports Tonight to discuss the report that Nate Solder wants to return to football in 2018, and what that means for the Patriots. (22:00) Phil Perry gives his opinion on whether or not he thinks the Patriots will be able to bring back Danny Amendola this season. (24:00) Phil discusses the report that Aqib Talib and Richard Sherman are possibilities for the Patriots this offseason, and which player he would like the Patriots to have. 

0:41 - Tom Curran, Michael Holley, Kayce Smith, and Tom Giles discuss Ian Rapoport's report that Rob Gronkowski is expected to return to playing football after pondering his future as an actor and/or wrestler. 5:36 - A. Sherrod Blakely joins BST to discuss the Celtics win over the Hornets, Kyrie Irving playing lights out, Greg Monroe showing his ability, and how the bench has been able to contribute to efficiently.10:50 - Tom Giles talks to Albert Breer, who gives us more information on the Rob Gronkowski situation, Jon Gruden's comments about the Patriots, and some of the potential rule changes in the NFL next season.15:57 - Tom Giles and Michael Holley discuss the way Brad Stevens has been smart with his handling of Kyrie Irving's minutes, and talk about Kevin O'Connor's article about the Celtics expectations.

0:41 - Tom Curran, Michael Holley, and Phil Perry discuss Rob Gronkowski and how he seriously considered retiring during training camp this season and why he is actually contemplating retirement.7:18 - Curran, Kayce Smith and Kyle Draper talk about how Kyrie Irving has exceeded the high expectations and the leadership ability he has brought to the Celtics.11:41 - Joe Haggerty joins BST to discuss the Bruins win over the Hurricanes, how the new acquisitions by Don Sweeney seem to already be paying off, and if the Bruins will be able to survive without Patrice Bergeron.16:38 - In this Red Sox edition Grab Bag, Lou Merloni, Holley, and Tom Giles talk about Hanley Ramirez’s comments and how much J.D. Martinez will play in the outfield. 

0:41 - A. Sherrod Blakely joins BST to discuss the Celtics taking care of business over the Grizzlies, Kyrie setting the tone, and the possibility of Marcus Smart returning to Boston after this season.5:01 - Hear from Evan Drellich reporting from spring training on J.D. Martinez being officially introduced with the Red Sox, and Michael Holley, Tom Giles, and Kayce Smith discuss the contract details. 8:30 - Tom Curran, Michael Holley, and Kayce Smith talk about some cryptic tweets Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski sent out over the weekend and how seriously we should take a potential retirement. 14:18 - Joe Haggerty joins BST to break down the Bruins additions at the trade deadline and gives his rankings of the Eastern Conference.

0:41 - The Celtics returned from the All-Star Break in style with a 110-98 win over the Detroit Pistons thanks to a 65-point performance from their bench. A. Sherrod Blakely, Kayce Smith, DJ Bean and Tom Curran break down the victory.5:52 - More details have been released about the FBI’s probe into NCAA basketball. Tom Curran, Kayce Smith, DJ Bean and Jim Murray discuss how the possible violations by multiple schools will affect the economy of college sports.11:49 - After saying that the Patriots knew that Malcolm Butler would not be starting in Super Bowl LII, New England safety Devin McCourty amended his statement, adding that the team didn’t know Butler would sit out the entire game. The BST crew continue to discuss the biggest talking point to come out of the Super Bowl.17:20 - Lou Merloni and Evan Drellich join DJ Bean to discuss the current state of Red Sox Spring Training camp, from the absence of J.D. Martinez to the status of certain bench players like Blake Swihart.

(1:00) A. Sherrod Blakely joins Boston Sports Tonight to discuss Brad Stevens hinting that he will change the Celtics rotations after All-Star break, and what changes he thinks Brad will make. (4:30) How will Marcus Smart’s return impact Terry Rozier? (5:40) Evan Drellich and Lou Merloni discuss why the J.D. Martinez announcement was delayed another day as doctors review his physical, and whether Red Sox fans should be concerned. (11:50) DJ Bean reacts to the Bruins trading Frank Vatrano to the Panthers and Anders Bjork being out for the season following shoulder surgery. (14:40) Mike Flynn joins Kayce Smith and Tom E. Curran to discuss Sports News article that says that the Denver Broncos could possibly release Aqib Talib. We debate what it would take to get Talib back to New England and how well he would fit in with the Patriots defense.  

0:41 - J.D. Martinez hasn’t officially been introduced by the Red Sox, but don’t panic. Evan Drellich and Lou Merloni break down the current situation with the new Sox slugger as well as where he’ll play during the season and how his addition affects the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry.5:52 - Marcus Smart has been cleared to return. Tom Giles, Tom Curran, Kayce Smith and DJ Bean discuss how Smart’s absence affected the team and how tolerable his outburst that causes the injury is.11:21 - With Rob Gronkowski’s retirement becoming more of a possibility, Tom Giles and Tom Curran break down the Patriots' depth at tight end and Kayce Smith, Albert Breer and DJ Bean debate the potential of the Patriots trading Gronk.