Felger & Massarotti

Mark Dondero, filling in for Big Jim and offering sharp baseball analysis. They kick off with the 2026 season opener in San Francisco. Conversations cover rule changes that revived the game, pace of play improvements, struggles with ABS and robo-ump concerns, and the worrying decline of doubles and triples.

A lively rundown of Red Sox expectations for 2026, from spring training takeaways to roster moves. They debate pitching health, workload after the WBC, and whether early-season form will hold. Listeners call in with sharp takes on depth, lineup construction, and who might disappoint by June.

They debate trade rumors linking A.J. Brown to New England and the timing and contract math behind a potential deal. A viral flag-football TD sparks a discussion about whether Tom Brady could still play in the NFL. They weigh reports of an imminent 18-game season and its implications for player safety, bye weeks, and scheduling.

Ty Anderson, sports reporter and Bruins analyst at 98.5 The Sports Hub, breaks down the Bruins' decision to sign James Hagens to an ATO and why Providence matters for development. He discusses whether Hagens will stay in the AHL, rules for returning to college hockey, and how prospect moves affect the Bruins' playoff push and goalie workload.

They debate how good the Red Sox can be in 2026 and whether this roster is built to chase a pennant. Marcelo Mayer being named Opening Day second baseman sparks talk about his readiness and consistency. The decision to start Connelly Early in Boston instead of Payton Tolley fuels discussion about rotation depth and player development.

They break down Boston's offensive struggles against elite teams and whether defense has become the club's identity. They debate Jason Tatum's changed role, shot timing, explosiveness after his Achilles injury, and how that affects teammates. Callers weigh in on lineup, playmaking and whether trading Tatum makes sense. They also argue over a Bruins prospect call-up and rank goalies for laughs.

They break down how Jaxon Smith-Njigba's new deal resets the wide receiver market and ripple effects for A.J. Brown trade talks. Contract strategy and timing for Christian Gonzalez get heated debate, including whether New England should tie up a top corner. The hour closes with a split on whether Bruins first-rounder James Hagens should jump to Boston or start in Providence.

A lightning-round of callers grills the Celtics' rotations and Tatum’s defensive role. Heated debate over coaching adjustments and who deserves credit for recent tweaks. Deep dive into the Bruins’ win in Detroit and Jeremy Swayman’s standout goaltending. Talk about Elias Lindholm’s rare goal, playoff urgency, and how the remaining schedule could shape the race.

Chris Gasper, Boston sports columnist and analyst who breaks down Celtics tactics and stats. He dissects the loss to the Timberwolves and how Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are fitting together. Discussion covers the offense dipping since Tatum returned, pacing and ball-handling changes, and Brown’s turnovers under pressure.

A debut segment examines why two top Red Sox prospects are trending in opposite directions. The conversation contrasts Marcelo Mayer's roster spot, defensive strengths and swing concerns with Kristian Campbell's rapid rise, swing changes and struggles with inside fastballs. It questions whether promotion pressure and organizational hype harmed Campbell's development.