The Sox Sweep Raffy and the Giants, With Kevin Hench

Brian discusses the Patriots’ preseason game against the Eagles on Saturday night and some surprising comments from Mike Vrabel after the game about the team’s lack of depth (0:00). Then, he chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox’s sweep of the Giants over the weekend, Craig Breslow’s redemption, how the Sox stack up with the other top teams in the American League, and more (14:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about Jamie’s recent piece on Fenway Franks in The Boston Globe (55:10). Fenway Franks story: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/17/magazine/onions-hot-dog-condiments-fenway/ We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices