EPISODE · Feb 5, 2026 · 29 MIN
BREAKTHROUGH: Red Sox’s Matt Barnes Reveals His Journey to ACHIEVE Pro Pitching Success
from Boston Balling · host Gabby Hurlbut
Boston Red Sox’s legendary 2018 World Series run revealed—was this truly one of the greatest teams in baseball history? Matt Barnes shares exclusive insights into the team’s unmatched confidence, a roster stacked with Cy Young winners, MVPs, and the league’s best closer. Every game felt winnable, and their selfless, “play for one another” mindset powered them past three 100-win teams with ease.Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian and Barnes tackle the mental grind of life as a big league pitcher, unpacking the keys to surviving slumps and handling postseason pressure. What separates a lasting MLB career from a brief appearance? Barnes gets candid on performance vs. process, advice for young Red Sox stars, and why every pitch is an audition for all 30 teams. Don’t miss this inside look at Boston’s iconic championship culture—and the secrets to sustained success in the majors.
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Boston Red Sox’s legendary 2018 World Series run revealed—was this truly one of the greatest teams in baseball history? Matt Barnes shares exclusive insights into the team’s unmatched confidence, a roster stacked with Cy Young winners, MVPs, and the league’s best closer. Every game felt winnable, and their selfless, “play for one another” mindset powered them past three 100-win teams with ease. Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian and Barnes tackle the mental grind of life as a big league pitcher, unpac...
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BREAKTHROUGH: Red Sox’s Matt Barnes Reveals His Journey to ACHIEVE Pro Pitching Success
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