PHLY Philadelphia Phillies Podcast

Ranger Suarez was masterful last night, but the Philadelphia Phillies offense was shutout by Framber Valdez, as the Houston Astros take game one of the series 1-0. Plus, Jayson Stark and The Athletic discusses the approach the Phillies will take at the Trade Deadline this year, and how the Phillies bullpen will stack up in the Postseason. And, ESPN ranked the Top 50 MLB Trade Deadline candidates. Who did they link to the Phillies?

Since returning from the IL in early May, Brandon Marsh has felt like a much different hitter. The Phillies are hoping his productivity can continue, and he can help solidify the centerfield position as we get closer to the MLB Trade Deadline.

When the Philadelphia Phillies needed him, Jesus Luzardo stepped up in a HUGE way tossing 6.2 shutout innings against the New York Mets to help the Phillies take 2/3 in the series from New York. The Phillies now sit alone atop the NL East standings. Plus, Otto Kemp is here to stay, even if it means he'll have to play 4 different positions.

Just like that, the Phillies are back in first place. The Mets got swept in Atlanta, and the Phillies took three of four games in Miami. And they did that due to excellent starting pitching from Ranger Suarez and Cristopher Sanchez. We will discuss the Phillies' rotation, catch up on some news and notes (Nick Castellanos' benching, Aaron Nola on the 60-day IL) and preview a big weekend series against the Mets on the PHLY Phillies Show.

The Philadelphia Phillies will, no doubt, be looking at bullpen help come Trade Deadline time. And one name that many Phillies fans want Dave Dombrowski to pursue is Boston Red Sox closer, Aroldis Chapman. And while Chapman is having an excellent season, here's why a different Red Sox reliever could make sense for the Phillies.

It's the final two hours of our PHLY 12-hour Stream-a-thon! The PHLY Phillies Podcast is joined by PHLY staff as we go from a Phillies Pregame Show to a Phillies-Marlins Watch Along to end the night!

Last night, Rob Thomson elected to use Orion Kerkering in the 9th inning to pick up his first career MLB save, as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Miami Marlins 5-2. Jordan Romano pitched the 7th inning, while Matt Strahm pitched the 8th inning before Thomson turned to Kerkering to close things out. Could the Phillies bullpen see a shift to Kerkering as the primary closer?

The Philadelphia Phillies sweep out the Toronto Blue Jays in a 3 game weekend series with an 11-4 win on Father's Day yesterday. Otto Kemp picked up 4 of the Phillies 18 hits, and Zack Wheeler tossed 6 strong innings in a weekend full of good starting pitching. But the big news, even if its unsurprising, is that Zack Wheeler will retire at the end of the 2027 season, which is the end of his 3-year contract extension. Does this change the Phillies plans for Ranger Suarez and Mick Abel?

With voting now open for the 2025 MLB All Star Game, we ask the question, will the Philadelphia Phillies have ANY starters in the lineup? Can Kyle Schwarber get elected as the DH? Will Trea Turner's defense turn voters away?

Cristopher Sanchez and the Phillies Phillies look for a little revenge against the Toronto Blue Jays after losing 2/3 to the Jays in Canada just 10 days ago. Plus, was Jesus Luzardo actually tipping pitches? And did he fix those problems? And is the Phillies defense as bad as it seems?

The National Baseball Hall of Fame opened its doors on this day in 1939. Since then, 278 former Major Leaguers have been enshrined in Cooperstown's Hallowed Halls. With all this greatness, can we decide on the best roster possible of Hall of Fame players? Is Mike Schmidt not just the best Phillies 3B of all time, but the best ever? Does Steve Carlton join the five best starting pitchers of all time? We pick our lineup and rotation on the PHLY Phillies Podcast

Join the PHLY Phillies Podcast for the next watch along, as Jesus Luzardo looks to bounce back from two consecutive rough starts and help the Phillies win the series against the Ben Brown and the Chicago Cubs! Do the Phillies snap their 3 series losing streak?

Last night, Zack Wheeler crossed the 1000 strikeout mark since joining the Philadelphia Phillies in 2020. Where does Zack Wheeler rank among starting pitchers since joining the Phillies five years ago? Is he the best starting pitcher in the last six seasons?

The Philadelphia Phillies were swept out of Pittsburgh by the Pirates this weekend, scoring just 6 runs across three games. They've not lost 3 straight series and nine of their last ten games, dropping their record to 37-28. They're not 4.5 games back of the New York Mets for the NL East lead. What is going on with the Phillies offense? With Bryce Harper out, who steps up to be a contributor along with Kyle Schwarber, Trea Turner and Nick Castellanos?

Breaking news: the Philadelphia Phillies have promoted AAA slugger Otto Kemp to the Major Leagues from the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs. He'll join the Phillies in Pittsburgh and is expected to play 3rd base today. In a corresponding move, Bryce Harper is placed on the 10-day IL with a wrist injury.

Jesus Luzardo struggled for the second straight start, giving up 8 runs in less than 3 innings, as the Philadelphia Phillies drop the rubber match to the Toronto Blue Jays 9-1 and lose the series 2-1. What's going on with Luzardo right now? And what's happening with the Phillies farm system? We'll check in with Jake Starr, the Reading Fightin' Phils director of media relations, to get the latest on the future Phils.

Bryce Harper returned to the Philadelphia Phillies lineup for the first time in over a week since being hit on the elbow with a pitch from Spencer Strider, and the Phillies offense delivered from the 1st inning! Six first inning runs, including back-to-back homeruns from Harper and Trea Turner. Cristopher Sanchez tossed six strong innings in the win over the Toronto Blue Jays.

The Philadelphia Phillies were swept out at home by the Milwaukee Brewers after a rough weekend all around. Jesus Luzardo gave up a career high 12 earned runs on Saturday, Weston Wilson and Trea Turner and critical mistakes on defense on Sunday and Rob Thomson was ejected after arguing a balk call. Overall, it was just a 204 homestand for the Phils. It's now time for the Phillies to regroup, as they turn their attention to the Toronto Blue Jays beginning tomorrow night.

The Philadelphia Phillies take another series victory, their ninth in ten tries, as they take 2/3 from the Atlanta Braves to begin the week. After winning the first game on Tuesday night, game two was postponed to a day-night double header on Thursday. The Phillies took game 1 of the series 5-4, behind a strong day from Rafael Marchan. They lost game 2 of the series 9-3, as Zack Wheeler was not his typical self, walking four Braves hitters. Chris Sale was excellent for the Braves, as they salvaged the final game of the series and avoid being swept.

In a rare down performance, Zack Wheeler struggled against the Braves offense in the fourth inning after cruising through the first 3. The Phillies fall 9-3 to the Braves in the second night of the double header, but still take the series against Atlanta. It's the PHLY Phillies Postgame Show o break it all down.

The Philadelphia Phillies take game one of the series 2-0 against the Atlanta Braves, but Bryce Harper leaves the game early after being hit with a fastball from Spencer Strider. X-rays were negative, but we await an update on his status. Ranger Suarez was excellent again, throwing 6 shutout innings for the third time in four starts.

The Athletic and Jayson Stark produced their MLB quarter century teams, the best lineup and starting rotation possible from the players from 2000-2025. So, we thought it would be fun to come up with our Philadelphia Phillies quarter century team. From the obvious choices, like Chase Utley and Jimmy Rollins, to the more difficult ones, we've compiled the best starting 9, plus 5 man rotation, the Phillies could have produced in the last 25 years. Plus, the Phillies sweep out the Colorado Rockies and head to Sacramento to take on the Athletics riding a 7 game winning streak.

Jesus Luzardo threw 6 strong innings last night, striking out 10, as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Colorado Rockies 7-4 for their fifth straight win. Six different Phillies, including Bryce Harper and Trea Turner, had multi-hit nights, as the team picked up 17 hits for the second straight game. They go for a sixth straight win tonight, as Taijuan Walker rejoins the starting rotation. Plus, we're joined by DNVR Rockies host, Christian Saez, to breakdown the series and talk about the difficulties of covering a team like the Rockies.

Mick Abel tosses six shutout innings in his MLB debut, as the Philadelphia Phillies shutout the Pittsburgh Pirates 1-0 despite complete game from Paul Skenes. The Phillies sweep the Pirates. They now head West to take on the 8-38 Colorado Rockies for a four game series. Jose Alvarado has been suspended for 80 games and barred from Postseason play due to PEDs. How will this impact the Phillies bullpen moving forward?

The Philadelphia Phillies dropped 2 of 3 to the St. Louis Cardinals during the week in part due to Aaron Nola's continued struggles on the season. He's now lost a MLB lead- tying 7 games this season and has an ERA worse than 6. What is wrong with Nola? Next, Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates come to town just a week after firing Manager Derek Shelton. The Phillies have to win this series.

Bryce Harper seems a little frustrated. His numbers (.770 OPS) are not bad, but they are not to his normal standard. Harper shaved his head the other night to try and snap out of his funk. Rich Hofmann and Bob Cooney will talk about Bryce and more Phillies developments on the PHLY Phillies Show.

Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber blasts two home runs as the Phillies win another series, this time against the Guardians in Cleveland. Pair Schwarbombs wtih a gem of a Zach Wheeler performance and the Phillies seems to be firing on all cylinders. Kyle Schwarber is now tied with Aaron Judge for the MLB lead with 14 HRs. Time to extend Kyle Schwarber. Join hosts Jamie Lynch & Rich Hoffman & guest Bob Cooney as they talk about Andrew Painter's debut in Lehigh Valley last week, the Phillies week ahead & of course, resigning Kyle Schwarber long term.

Bryson Stott homered down 4 runs in the eighth inning to spark a dramatic comeback for the Philadelphia Phillies, as they beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-6 in extra innings to sweep out the three game series. Jesus Luzardo didn't have his best stuff, but battled enough to help keep the Phillies in the game. Trea Turner had another two hits. And Brandon Marsh continues to be productive since returning from the IL. The Phillies will take on the Cleveland Guardians next for a 3 game weekend series. And WHAT is Rafael Devers doing in Boston?

This is the final year of Kyle Schwarber's 4-year contract that he signed with the Philadelphia Phillies before the 2022 season. Schwarber should NOT even hit the open market, and the Phillies should be working on a contract extension ASAP. Alec Bohm breaks his homerun drought with his first of the season last night. Nick Castellanos finishes a triple shy of a cycle. Zack Wheeler dominates, once again. And the Phillies win 8-4 over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Ranger Suarez made his 2025 season debut for the Philadelphia Phillies, but took the loss after giving up 7 runs to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the series finale at Citizens Bank Park yesterday. Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper homered for the Phillies offense, but it wasn't enough to overcome the three runs allowed by the bullpen in the top of the 10th inning. Up next, it's a three game series with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Taijuan Walker pitched well in last night's loss to the Washington Nationals, but it was a costly error from Philadelphia Phillies first baseman, Bryce Harper, that doomed Walker's start and handed him the loss. The Phillies take two of three from the Nationals and have won two straight series. Now, Corbin Carroll and the Arizona Diamondbacks come to town for a 3-game weekend series. Ranger Suarez will make his season debut on Sunday afternoon. PHNX Diamondbacks' Host, Derek Montilla, joins the show at 1:30pm.

Bryson Stott scored the game winning run on a wild pitch as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 7-6 in the first game of a three game series at Citizens Bank Park. Zack Wheeler was excellent, once again, but took a no decision after Orion Kerkering gave up a 3-run homerun to Nathanial Lowe in the top of the 9th. Johan Rojas and Trea Turner contribute offensively, but struggle defensively. The Phillies are now 16-13 and on a 3 game winning streak.

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher, Aaron Nola, turned in his best start of the season last night to help the Phillies beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 in extra innings and take two out of three in the series at Wrigley Field. Alec Bohm and Trea Turner drove in runs in the top of the tenth, and the bullpen of Orion Kerkering, Jose Alvarado and Jordan Romano shut the door in the last three innings. The Phillies are off today before starting a 3 game series at Citizens Bank Park against the Washington Nationals.

The Phillies fell to the NY Mets this evening, with a final score of 5-1. Christopher Sanchez departed early after throwing 58 pitches over 2 innings due to forearm soreness. As the Phillies prepare to rebound in their next game against the Mets, concerns remain.

Cristopher Sanchez was DEALING yesterday, as the Philadelphia Phillies starter struckout a career high 12 batters over 7 innings in route to a 6-4 win over the San Francisco Giants. The Phillies split the four game series with the Giants. Up next, Sandy Alcantara, Xavier Edwards and the Miami Marlins come to town for a 3 game weekend series at Citizens Bank Park. Plus, is Bryson Stott making his case to remain Rob Thomson's leadoff hitter? And why are New York Mets fans so angry with Juan Soto already?

Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and a bulk of the Philadelphia Phillies lineup struggled this weekend, and on the road trip in general, as the Phillies lose 2 of 3 to the St. Louis Cardinals, and finish the road trip 2-4. They're now 9-6 on the season, which is still their best start through the first 15 games of a season over the last few years. Now, the 11-4 San Francisco Giants come to town for a four game series. Can the Phillies power through a cold spell and lean on the starting pitching until things get going again?

The Philadelphia Phillies dropped their first series of the season, losing two of three games to the Atlanta Braves. They'll look to bounce back tonight, as they send Aaron Nola to the mound looking for his first win of the 2025 season, as they open up a three game series against Nolan Arenado, Mason Winn and the St. Louis Cardinals. Plus, can Alec Bohm break out of the slump he's currently in? How important has Matt Strahm been to the Phillies bullpen? And is Bryson Stott getting unfairly criticized in 2025?

The Philadelphia Phillies took 2 of 3 from the Los Angeles Dodgers to win their third straight series to open up the 2025 MLB season. Nick Castellanos hit a grand slam in yesterday's game, while Jesus Luzardo was dominant on Friday night. Cristopher Sanchez struggled against Teoscar Hernandez, but was excellent against Shohei Ohtani, who was held to just one hit in the series. Will Rob Thomson's bullpen usage may change, as Jordan Romano continues to struggle. Phillies are off today before starting a 3 game series with the Atlanta Braves tomorrow.

The Philadelphia Phillies sweep the Colorado Rockies and win their second consecutive series to begin the 2025 season with a 3-1 win yesterday. Taijuan Walker picked up his first win since May 11, 2024 by throwing six shutout innings. Kyle Schwarber homered again. Jose Alvarado was shaky, but secured the save by striking out three Rockies in the top of the ninth. Up next, it's Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts and the undefeated Los Angeles Dodgers for a three game weekend seri

The Philadelphia Phillies need late inning heroics, but they win the series opener against the Colorado Rockies 6-1. Kyle Schwarber, Nick Castellanos and Max Kepler hit homeruns and Edmundo Sosa drives in two crucial runs off the Rockies bullpen, which gave up 6 runs in 2 innings. Cristopher Sanchez pitched into the sixth inning and struckout 7 Rockies hitters in his first start of 2025. The Phillies are now 3-1 on the season. They'll be off today, before Zack Wheeler gets his second start of the year against Kyle Freeland tomorrow.

The Philadelphia Phillies get set for their Home Opener today at Citizens Bank Park as the Colorado Rockies come to town for a 3 game series. Cristopher Sanchez gets the ball for the first time in 2025 for the Phillies. He'll be opposed by German Marquez. The team took 2 of 3 this weekend in DC from the Washington Nationals, as Zack Wheeler and Jesus Luzardo were excellent in the first two games, while Aaron Nola struggled with the homerun ball on Sunday. Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper look to power the Phillies offense to a second straight series win.

Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber homered, and Alec Bohm and JT Realmuto drove runs in extra innings, as the Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 7-4 on Opening Day. Zack Wheeler threw six strong innings, giving up just one solo homerun to Keibert Ruiz. MacKenzie Gore was even better, striking out 12 Phillies hitters in six innings. Jose Alvarado bounce back season begins. And we're joined by Andrew Golden of the Washington Post to get the Washington Nationals perspective, as we head into the weekend.

The Philadelphia Phillies 26-man roster appears just about set as the team is just three days away from Opening Day against the Washington Nationals. utility man Kody Clemens has been informed that he's made the Phillies 26-man roster over Buddy Kennedy, who the Phillies will look to trade in the next few days. The Phillies also claimed reliever Carlos Hernandez from the Kansas City Royals. Tyler Phillips has been DFA'd to make room on the 40-man roster. Plus, our final bold prediction of the 2025 MLB offseason brings us to the National League East.

The 2025 Philadelphia Phillies season is just six days away, and we wanted to have some fun on the PHLY Phillies Podcast today. So, we've brought in some friends for a 2025 MLB Fantasy Draft to see who can come away with the best team. Where will superstars Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge, Bobby Witt Jr and more be drafted? And who has the best team? Plus, the Dodgers-Cubs series from Japan was a massive success!

The Washington Nationals announced this week that MacKenzie Gore will get the ball on Opening Day when the team hosts the Philadelphia Phillies from Nationals Park. We break down Gore's stuff, his numbers from last year and talk about who could get the start in the Phillies lineup between Max Kepler, Brandon Marsh and Johan Rojas.

Philadelphia Phillies reliever, Matt Strahm, has not pitched in a Spring Training game in nearly two weeks due to shoulder soreness. Strahm now says he's not feeling pain anymore, and will begin ramping back up, but he could be jeopardy of missing out on the Opening Day roster, and instead, hit the IL to begin the year. Who would take Strahm's spot on the 26-man roster if he is put on the IL? Plus, Cole Hamels is part of a bad first-year Hall of Fame candidate list for 2025 and our bold prediction for the NL Central.

With the Philadelphia Phillies' season less than 2 weeks away, many questions are on the table as opening day nears. Will Bryson Stott have a bounce-back season? How will the change at the top of the lineup look? Plus, Jimmy Rollins to be inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame.

Trea Turner batting leadoff? Kyle Schwarber batting clean up? It appears the Phillies are going to change their lineup this season & what it means for Bryce Harper's move to the 2 hole & others throughout the lineup. Jamie & Rich examine what should be some quality pitching depth & wonder why the injury bug has infiltrated so many MLB camps this spring.

It's our first Mailbag of the 2025 Philadelphia Phillies season! What does the future hold for Ranger Suarez? Which prospects are you most excited for? What does the Phillies MLB outfield depth look like this season and beyond? Plus, Bryce Harper looking for another star? Dave Roberts in talks for largest managerial contract ever. And a position player turning into a pitcher. All that, and more, on the PHLY Phillies Podcast!

Aaron Nola has been the model of consistency throughout his career with the Philadelphia Phillies, and he attributes that longevity and consistency to focusing on command and control instead of fastball velocity.

Philadelphia Phillies Manager, Rob Thomson, seems to love him. He's still owed $36 million over the next two seasons. A trade, without the Phillies eating a majority of the remaining salary, is unlikely. He has the ability to refuse an outright assignment and still get paid due to service time accrued. So does this mean that Taijuan Walker has an inside track at the final roster spot in the Phillies bullpen? Or maybe even a rotation spot?