Podcast appearances and mentions of Rob Thomson

Brodes and Marcus Hayes play audio from Rob Thomson who says that the team doesn't need an extra sense of urgency right now but that a championship is on the mind of the team's core.

Brodes and Marcus Hayes play audio from Phillies manager Rob Thomson who referenced his plea to boo the Phils as they took the field last night.

Rob Thomson spoke after the final Mets game last night and talked about moving on from the situation. But the midday show are a little peeved that the team won't show more care about this series rather than moving on like it didn't happen.

Ike, Spike and Fritz discuss the job Rob Thomson has done as of late and if his usage of the bullpen has put the team in the best position to win game.

Brodes hosted 6-10pm on WIP Thursday night asking how you'd grade Rob Thomson's year so far for Phillies?

In the High Hopes Jackie Baseball Report, Fritz shares the latest news and notes on the Phillies including an update on Zack Wheeler from manager Rob Thomson.

Hour 3: Ike, Spike and Fritz play audio from Rob Thomson who says Zack Wheeler feels good and is resting and the team will know more in the coming days.

The Phillies sit at the 3rd best record in the MLB and a stranglehold on the NL East division yet manager Rob Thomson has not received a ton of credit. But Tom Kelly believes he should be in consideration for manager of the year! Do you believe Rob Thomson deserves manager of the year consideration?

In hour 2, the WIP Midday Show are debating if Rob Thomson should be a serious candidate to be nominated and even win manager of the year? Plus, reacting to the strong week the Phillies had and how impressive it is when you include the aspect of resilience with this coming off the heels of the Zack Wheeler injury news! And, a little college football excitement

On today's show, the WIP Midday Show are calling the NFC East over and claiming the Eagles are a lock to win the division for the 2nd year in a row. Something that hasn't happened since the 2003-2004 season. Also, is Rob Thomson a legitimate candidate to be nominate and potentially win manager of the year?! As well as, Scott Franzke joining the show for a Franzke Friday, previewing the Eagles final preseason game, a very interesting TryDay Friday and more!

(00:00- 09:31) Good Friday Morning John and Andrew open up the show talking about the Phillie open the series with the nationals. Then they analyze Rob Thomson how do you feel about him? (09:40- 16:30) John and Andrew look at the Choonis T Chart that looks at things I believe that Rob Thomson has been fairly criticized for and unfairly criticized for. (16:38-26:07) John and Andrew react to the list, then they look at Topper where is he on the list of worries? They read the YouTube chat and on Rob Thomson hate. (26:22-33:41) John and Andrew continue to talk about the list and they read more messages from the text board.

(00:00-11:45) John, Andrew and Conner continue the conversation about Rob Thomson criticism. Then they switch to the Eagles pre-season. The they take callers on the Phillies needed a 7th inning pitcher. They also play audio from Adam Schefter. (12:05- 19:33) What Position would you like to see upgraded? John and Andrew take a look into the roster and they analyze it. (19:40-30:19) (33:What is allowed what is not allowed? The Bow and Hour celebration is aloud again the guys jump into what into a discussion about things that have been banned during football season. (30:33-37:45) No Micah Parsons? John and Andrew look at Micah Parsons not playing the first week, then they play audio of unsportsman like emphasis.

(00:00- 09:31) Good Friday Morning John and Andrew open up the show talking about the Phillie open the series with the nationals. Then they analyze Rob Thomson how do you feel about him? (09:40- 16:30) John and Andrew look at the Choonis T Chart that looks at things I believe that Rob Thomson has been fairly criticized for and unfairly criticized for. (16:38-26:07) John and Andrew react to the list, then they look at Topper where is he on the list of worries? They read the YouTube chat and on Rob Thomson hate. (26:22-33:41) John and Andrew continue to talk about the list and they read more messages from the text board. (33:56-45:53) John, Andrew and Conner continue the conversation about Rob Thomson criticism. Then they switch to the Eagles pre-season. The they take callers on the Phillies needed a 7th inning pitcher. They also play audio from Adam Schefter. (46:02-53:30) What Position would you like to see upgraded? John and Andrew take a look into the roster and they analyze it. (53:37-1:04:15) (33:What is allowed what is not allowed? The Bow and Hour celebration is aloud again the guys jump into what into a discussion about things that have been banned during football season. (1:04:30-1:11:41) No Micah Parsons? John and Andrew look at Micah Parsons not playing the first week, then they play audio of unsportsman like emphasis. (1:11:56-1:24:06) At the top of the hour John and Andrew get into the Flyers and talk about Rick Tocchet, will the flyers go to the playoffs? What is he trying to do. (1:24:15-1:32:48) Todays Headlines With Conner Thomas (1:32:57-1:41:46)The Eagles are becoming the worlds team. Eagles ratings are doing well, where do other teams rank John and Andrew take a look and get into a discussion. (1:42:00-1:59:33) John and Andrew touch on the septa issue, then they look at text messages on the Phillies and Micah Parson. (1:59:48-2:11:25) John and Andrew touch on Noter Dame changing their logo, they touch on songs that make them happy. (2:11:34-2:20:56) Jordan Schultz joins the show. (2:21:04-2:30:35) John and Andrew preview the Phillies Vs National and they also preview the Mets and the Braves.

Was it the best Phillies series of the Rob Thomson era? The Phils made some history in their three-game sweep of the Mariners at Citizens Bank Park this week, with hitting and pitching heroes galore. John Stolnis of The Good Phight is joined by sports radio legend Jody McDonald of 94 WIP and the Infinity Sports Network to break down the Seattle series, as well as MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred's discussion of radical league-wide realignment once expansion takes place.

Ben Davis, who joined the 94 WIP Morning Show, believes the Phillies are coming into their own and becoming the team that they were built to be. Guys like Bryson Stott (who made a mechanical change to his swing) have been playing much better as of late which really gives the Phillies a boost. Trea Turner has been a standout recently for the Phillies as well. Nick Castellanos was not in the lineup last night. The Morning team plays some interesting audio of Rob Thomson explaining why.

Ben Davis thinks the series versus the Mariners was the best series the Phillies have played in the last 5 years. Last night was the first game that Jose Alvarado has pitched in the MLB since he was suspended for PEDs. The fans at Citizen's Bank Park gave him a standing ovation. The 94 WIP Morning Show wasn't so happy with that idea. Rob Thomson in an interview last night said it was an 'honest mistake' and he was happy that the fans accepted him back. James and the Morning team think that what he did to the organization was selfish. Trea Turner has been a rock-star lately.

James Seltzer, in for Joe DeCamara on the the 94 WIP Morning Show, is against Jose Alvarado getting a standing ovation in his first game back with the Phillies after being suspended for PEDs earlier this season. Rob Thomson, last night, said it was an 'honest mistake' that Alvarado made, but James, Rhea Hughes, and Justin Dorazio were not buying it. Rhea made a good point- that the fans at the stadium stood and cheered more because the team has been winning rather than about Alvarado. Trea Turner has been playing awesome lately.

Nick Castellanos was not played last night and the 94 WIP Morning Show listens to some audio of Rob Thomson giving an answer as to why. Harrison Bader was reportedly frustrated and wants more at bats, which could have factored in. Castellanos also seemingly has a knee problem? Trea Turner has turned it up as of late.

Spike and Fritz continue talking Phillies and discuss the job Rob Thomson has done as Phillies manager and what he has to do to elevate the team moving forward without Zack Wheeler.

The 94 WIP Morning Show with Tom Kelly, Hunter Brody, and Ashlyn Sullivan in for Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie believe that all things considered Rob Thomson has managed the Phillies well this year. Breaking news hits that Cooper DeJean will now be practicing at the outside Cornerback spot opposite Quinyon Mitchell. This is a worrying sign- Vic Fangio, via a Tweet from Eliot Shorr-Parks says alludes to the fact that he is not happy with the way the other Cornerbacks have looked.

Tom Kelly, Hunter Brody, and Ashlyn Sullivan take a look at the way Rob Thomson has managed the team this year. Overall, Tom, Hunter, and Ashlyn believe he has done a good job. It doesn't feel like the Phillies are winning in spite of Thomson.

Over the weekend it looked like Nick Castellanos finally was going to be platooned and become a rotation player rather than an everyday starter after being shuffled out the lineup over the weekend. Do you thinking Rob Thomson will commit to platooning Nick Castellanos?

In hour 3, the WIP Midday Show are reacting to the preseason game between the Browns and the Eagles. One of the main standouts was rookie safety Andrew Mukuba who headlined the performance with his first interception being brought back the other way for 6. Could Mukuba have a strong early season impact for the Eagles with questions in the secondary. Plus, Rob Thomson not fully committing to platooning Nick Castellanos.

On today's show, the WIP Midday Show react to the devastating news Zack Wheeler will be placed on 15 day IL and potentially longer after a blood clot was found in Wheeler's right arm. But the midday show believes even with this bad news there is hope the Phillies can rally and still go on to win the World Series without Wheeler. Plus, the Eagles made another trade over the weekend for a WR despite having plenty of depth at the position. What could the trade with the Texans for WR John Metchie III mean for the Eagles WR room. As well as, Aaron Nola needing to step up in Wheeler's absence, Rob Thomson's commitment to giving Nick Castellanos more chances, Andrew Mukuba shining in preseason game vs the Browns, a final push from the Eagles to land Trey Hendrickson and more!

The WIP Morning Team—Ben Davis, James Seltzer, and Devan Kaney—kick off the show reacting to the Phillies' loss last night, raising concerns as the postseason approaches. They break down the outfield situation and the issues prompting Rob Thomson to platoon his lineup. Plus, they introduce today's side topic focused on social media moments...

The Phillies dropped their 3rd straight game in a row last night off the heals of 4 game winning streak. Manager Rob Thomson made some head scratching decisions in the game. But as this team looks to have World Series ambitions does Rob Thomson have to be a great manager in order for the Phillies to win a World Series?

In hour 1, the WIP Midday Show is reacting to the Phillies 3rd straight loss last night. Punctuated by some questionable Rob Thomson decisions. This has the WIP Midday Show wondering if Rob Thomson's role in a Phillies World Series run requires him to be great. Plus, looking into the Nick Castellanos problem the Phillies have.

On today's show, the WIP Midday Show are claiming Rob Thomson will have to be not just good but great in order for the Phillies to win a World Series in 2025! Plus, reviewing the importance of training camp for the Eagles to have success in 2025 amidst a stretch of rough practices for the Eagles. As well as, the Nick Castellanos problem, Scott Franzke joining the show for a Franzke Friday, Aaron Nola's return, Browns vs Eagles preseason preview, and more!

Nick Castellanos still continues to be a problem. Becoming a liability at the plate, and not doing enough to justify his play in the outfield. And with Rob Thomson not making a move, do you have any solutions to the Phillies Nick Castellanos problem?

Justin Morganstein breaks down a rough week for the Phils lineup as the top of the order cools down considerably. Plus, Taijuan Walker's bounce back season should be appreciated.

(00:00-10:25) The Phillies Lose Again! Kincade and Salciunas open up the show talking about the Philles loss yesterday against the Nationals. What if Nola comes back and lifts the Phillies to a victory. (10:33-16:55) Rob Thomson does a lot of things well. He is one of the worst strategists, Kincade and Salciunas discuss the bullpen, and they dive into Aaron Nola returning. Are you excited. (17:02-25:04) Nick Castellanos continues to struggle! Since July 2nd 4 Walks, 35KS – 5 Home Runs – 1 Double – and 19 Singles. The guys weigh out his struggles. (25:19-33:06) Will we see Nola in the Rotation during the playoffs? Are you nervous? What can we do with Nick Castellanos? Then they read text messages on the Phillies (33:21-44:36) Kincade and Salciunas start the hour reading the YouTube chat on the Phillies. Should Dave Dombroski be held responsible? Then the guys dive into the Eagles training camp and discuss their concerns and play clips from Nick Sirianni’s press conference. (44:44-53:16) Salciunas opens up talking about the little league world Series, and Kincade joins in and have discussion about it. Then they switch gears on the Eagles. Where is AJ Brown? They play more clips from Nick Sirianni. (53:24-1:02:48) Kincade and Salciunas play what were the highlights and lowlights from Yesterday’s joint practice. They look at offense and defense. (1:03:03-1:11:49) The Sixers Schedule is out! Kincade and Salciunas look at the schedule and analyze it will they struggle. Then they read texts on the Sixers, Phillies and Eagles. (1:12:04-1:23:57) Kincade and Salciunas open up the hour talking about the future of Lincoln Financial Field, the Xfinity Mobile Arena. They also read ore texts on the Phillies and Eagles. (1:24:06-1:31:44) Todays Headlines with Connor Thomas. (1:31:53-1:42:52) Jimmy Kempski joins the show to talk about the Eagles. (1:43:06-1:50:59) Kincade and Salciunas talk about the Eagles and they guess how many game they ran more than they threw last season. (1:51:08-2:01:33) Kincade and Salciunas open up the hour continuing talking about the stadiums that could be coming to Philly (2:01:42-2:09:13) Kincade and Salciunas play a game who will play in the outfield tonight, they give their predictions on who will play. (2:09:22-2:21:51) Kevin Negandhi joins the show (2:22:05-2:33:50) Key 3 and we wrap up the show

(00:00-10:25) The Phillies Lose Again! Kincade and Salciunas open up the show talking about the Philles loss yesterday against the Nationals. What if Nola comes back and lifts the Phillies to a victory. (10:33-16:55) Rob Thomson does a lot of things well. He is one of the worst strategists, Kincade and Salciunas discuss the bullpen, and they dive into Aaron Nola returning. Are you excited. (17:02-25:04) Nick Castellanos continues to struggle! Since July 2nd 4 Walks, 35KS – 5 Home Runs – 1 Double – and 19 Singles. The guys weigh out his struggles. (25:19-33:06) Will we see Nola in the Rotation during the playoffs? Are you nervous? What can we do with Nick Castellanos? Then they read text messages on the Phillies

The 94 WIP Morning Show is concerned with Ranger Suarez, he has not looked great recently. Are you concerned about Ranger? Rob Thomson says that Ranger indicated "he's fine" and Thomson is not worried about Ranger.

In hour 1, the WIP Midday Show are reacting to the Phillies dropping their first game in 4 to the Reds. With fans seemingly pointing the blame at Topper, do you fully trust Rob Thomson down the stretch? Plus, Ranger Suarez's collapse and how desperately the Phillies need Aaron Nola.

The Phillies 4 game winning streak was snapped last night as the Reds would beat the Phillies last night 6-1. While a small blip in the radar a lot of the fan base immediately pointed the blame towards Phillies manager Rob Thomson. Tom Kelly, filling in for Joe Giglio, thinks that some part of the fan base has little faith in Rob Thomson.

On today's show, the WIP Midday Show are reacting to the Phillies first loss in 4 games, dropping one to the Cincinnati Reds 6-1. The midday show is looking for more fans to get on board trusting Rob Thomson with him seemingly scapegoated for most that goes wrong with the team. Also, the midday show is live from training camp again and joined by special guests Eagles RB Will Shipley and Eagles OLB Azeez Ojulari! As well as, Eliot Shorr-Parks with his joint practice recap between the Eagles and Browns, looking over concerns with Ranger Suarez, concerns with the Eagles defense, the Reds laying the groundwork for Kyle Schwarber's signature this offseason and more!

The 94 WIP Morning team was relieved to hear that Landon Dickerson will be undergoing a less-invasive meniscus surgery and could be ready to play Week 1. Dr. Arjun Ramprasad, MD, CAQSM from NovaCare joined the show and gave the Morning team an idea of what this procedure and recovery process could be like. Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the Show with some positive feelings about the Phillies. He believes Rob Thomson has been managing the Phillies well. Jhoan Duran has boosted this ball club, who beat the Reds last night for their 4th straight win. The Morning Show reacts to some interesting audio from a Peyton Manning interview last week praising Jalen Hurts. Hear some of the best calls from the Morning Show's Time's Yours line!

Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the 94 WIP Morning Show at Champ Camp! Ruben loves the way the Phillies have been playing and pushing through the rough patches. Jhoan Duran has given the Phillies a boost. Ruben also has high praise for the way Rob Thomson and how he has managed this year.

The 94 WIP Morning Show talks to Dr. Arjun Ramprasad, MD, CAQSM of NovaCare to get some insight into the injury and recovery of Landon Dickerson. It sounds like he could be recovered by Week 1! Zack Wheeler having a clean MRI is encouraging, too. Ruben Amaro Jr is happy with the way the Phillies have been playing and praises Rob Thomson for his management.

Their has been a lot of discourse amongst the WIP Midday show and Phillies fanbase of who should play in the outfield. Rob Thomson has experimented with many different lineups but the one he tried on Saturday may be his most interesting. And. that's sitting Nick Castellanos to make room for Harrison Bader and Max Kepler. Should Nick Castellanos no longer be considered an everyday guaranteed starter?

(00:00-13:41) John has an issue with the way Rob Thomson deploys his bullpen – it’s easier when everyone knows their roles. (13:41-22:12) In Today’s Headlines, Connor brings up Kevin Durant’s Twitter and the NFL not viewing the NBA as a threat. (22:12-32:24) The Phillies magic number is now at 40 games. Plus, a YouTube commenter is concerned about the entire Eagles’ D-Line outside of Jalen Carter. (32:24-40:49) Are we worried about any other teams in the NFC East?

(00:00-10:39) Today on Kincade & Salciunas, the show opens with the guys reacting to the Phillies sweeping the Texas Rangers – is this who the Phillies are or are they just on a hot streak? Plus, Landon Dickerson got carted off at last night’s practice. (10:39-16:43) Brandon Marsh is making a case to not be a platoon anymore. (16:43-27:30) Zack Wheeler once again didn’t look like himself. (27:30-36:15) A texters says the Marsh hate has to stop. (36:15-49:04) John doesn’t forget the show’s YouTube producer cried wolf about the Phillies, and now they are making her look silly. Plus, what will joint practices look like this week against the Cleveland Browns. (49:04-58:12) Do Shedeur Sanders’ antics make you want to root against him? (58:12-1:09:17) Vic Fangio spoke over the weekend about the depth at the edge rusher position. (1:09:17-1:18:01) What are the expectations for Saquon Barkley in 2025? (1:18:01-1:31:43) John has an issue with the way Rob Thomson deploys his bullpen – it’s easier when everyone knows their roles. (1:31:43-1:40:14) In Today’s Headlines, Connor brings up Kevin Durant’s Twitter and the NFL not viewing the NBA as a threat. (1:40:14-1:50:56) The Phillies magic number is now at 40 games. Plus, a YouTube commenter is concerned about the entire Eagles’ D-Line outside of Jalen Carter. (1:50:26-1:58:51) Are we worried about any other teams in the NFC East? (1:58:51-2:10:21) Dave Zangaro joins the show to discuss the latest with the Birds, including the latest news with Landon Dickerson. (2:10:21-2:18:36) A kicker hit a 70-yard FG in the preseason – should it count as the record? (2:18:36-2:30:36) Tim Kelly joins the show to discuss the Phillies latest hot streak. (2:30:36-2:45:58) The show wraps up with the Key 3.

(00:00-10:32) Today on Kincade & Salciunas, the show opens with a brief mention of the Eagles prior to tonight’s first game, and then John questions the way Rob Thomson constructs his lineup. (10:32-18:03) Rob Thomson had some interesting things to say about Zack Wheeler after the game. (18:03-28:40) What are you looking for in tonight’s first preseason game. (28:40-38:31) A caller says Jimmy Rollins should be in the Hall of Fame, and the guys agree. (38:31-51:49) What is your latest obsession in sports? Andrew thinks John’s is Rob Thomson’s mound visits. (51:49-1:00:58) Kendall Lamm comments on a fake story made up about him earlier in the offseason. (1:00:58-1:12:28) Does it bother you that the Eagles don’t play their starters in the preseason? (1:12:28-1:22:41) The guys talk about their five biggest storylines heading into the 2025 season for the Birds. (1:22:41-1:34:56) Andrew DiCecco joins the show and says Jakorian Bennett is another player with upside added to the Eagles roster. (1:34:56-1:44:58) In Today’s Headlines, Connor brings up A.J. Brown refusing to go to Georgia over back socks and an update on the NFL smelling salts ban. (1:44:58-1:56:14) The guys list their top five biggest threats to the Birds this season. (1:56:14-2:05:05) DiCecco says he has seen a jump this year from Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (2:05:05-2:17:39) Are there any bets to be made on Eagles vs. Bengals preseason game one? Plus, DiCecco says he expects a breakout season from Moro Ojomo. (2:17:39-2:25:18) Who will be this year’s preseason darling? (2:25:18-2:38:45) Matt Gelb joins the show to discuss the latest with the Phillies and the idea of Nick Castellanos platooning. (2:38:45-2:52:52) The show wraps up with more text messages and the Key 3.

(00:00-10:32) Today on Kincade & Salciunas, the show opens with a brief mention of the Eagles prior to tonight’s first game, and then John questions the way Rob Thomson constructs his lineup. (10:32-18:03) Rob Thomson had some interesting things to say about Zack Wheeler after the game. (18:03-28:40) What are you looking for in tonight’s first preseason game. (28:40-38:31) A caller says Jimmy Rollins should be in the Hall of Fame, and the guys agree.

(00:00-13:17) What is your latest obsession in sports? Andrew thinks John’s is Rob Thomson’s mound visits. (13:17-22:26) Kendall Lamm comments on a fake story made up about him earlier in the offseason. (22:26-33:56) Does it bother you that the Eagles don’t play their starters in the preseason? (33:56-44:10) The guys talk about their five biggest storylines heading into the 2025 season for the Birds.

On yesterday's show Joe Giglio made a proclamation to Rob Thomson that if started Max Kepler last night he would scream among other things. Well last night came and Max Kepler was named the starter and he had one of his best nights as a Phillies players. Going 2-4 with a home run and 2 RBIs. Now Hugh is asking Joe to apologize to Max Kepler and Rob Thomson for his comments yesterday.

Phillies manager Rob Thomson hops in the Clown Car with Buster, Eduardo Pérez, David Cone and Karl Ravech to share his thoughts on Cristopher Sanchez's performance and using Jhoan Duran in the eighth inning. Then, the guys discuss why the MVP of the weekend was Dave Dombrowski, the best team in the National League, the Marlins sweeping the Yankees, and what Eduardo sees in Agustín Ramírez's swing. Then, Tigers pitcher Charlie Morton sits down with Buster to talk about when he realized he was going to be traded, meeting A.J. Hinch for the first time, getting the ball in Game 7s of the 2017 ALCS and World Series, and figuring out what was wrong earlier this season. Plus, Brewers manager Pat Murphy and Rockies center fielder Brenton Doyle assist in Sarah Langs' Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:52 Clown Car 19:19 The Numbers Game 21:11 Charlie Morton 49:13 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phillies manager Rob Thomson hops in the Clown Car with Buster, Eduardo Pérez, David Cone and Karl Ravech to share his thoughts on Cristopher Sanchez's performance and using Jhoan Duran in the eighth inning. Then, the guys discuss why the MVP of the weekend was Dave Dombrowski, the best team in the National League, the Marlins sweeping the Yankees, and what Eduardo sees in Agustín Ramírez's swing. Then, Tigers pitcher Charlie Morton sits down with Buster to talk about when he realized he was going to be traded, meeting A.J. Hinch for the first time, getting the ball in Game 7s of the 2017 ALCS and World Series, and figuring out what was wrong earlier this season. Plus, Brewers manager Pat Murphy and Rockies center fielder Brenton Doyle assist in Sarah Langs' Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:52 Clown Car 19:19 The Numbers Game 21:11 Charlie Morton 49:13 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tek & Prem discuss the Phillies MLB Trade Deadline moves with the acquisitions of star closer Jhoan Duran and Outfielder Harrison Bader, welcoming radio personality and reporter Haley Taylor Simon on the Vetline to discuss the Phillies, Eagles, and Flyers. By adding an elite closer, the team is considered second in line as World Series favorites, still positioned behind the Dodgers in that regard. The bats in October will be the determining factor of their success or failure, as the starting pitching is top-tier this season. With 2 months of baseball remaining, and the other contending NL teams all improving their rosters at the deadline (especially the Mets and Padres), this is as wide open a pennant race as we have seen in recent memory. A 3-game set against the 1st-Place Detroit Tigers, a familiar foe of Duran from his time in Minnesota, kicks off tonight at the Bank. The Eagles are in full swing at Training Camp and the first Preseason game against Cincinnati is remarkably only 6 days from now. With many position battles taking place on defense especially, it will be intriguing to see who emerges as the starting cornerback opposite Quinyon Mitchell and how our front seven depth shakes out. It is almost time for football once again and the champs are back. Segments include: VetPhact, VetLine, Prem's MLB Picks.Courtesy of the Vet Alumni Members Association (VAMA) 

On Episode 989 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps Wednesday night's awful loss to the Red Sox and tries to get to the bottom of Jesus Luzardo's struggles. Also, Cristopher Sanchez is now a bona fide ace, John goes inside the numbers on what makes him so special. And what are the latest Trade Rumors surrounding the Phils? John breaks down all the latest. Could the Phils move Ranger Suarez or Luzardo this summer? Show Notes: Disastrous loss in the finale Phillies blow a 5-0 lead, HRs from Schwarber, Harper, Castellanos & Stott, Realmuto It's the Phils' first loss in a game they homered five or more times since June 10, 2019. They haven't won three in a row since June 18-20. Blame Realmuto & Luzardo, who had a no-hitter going into the 5th, gives us 6 in the 5th after walking in two runs then serving up a grand slam FELL APART WHILE PITCHING FROM THE STRETCH AGAIN Thomson said they have to keep digging and working on what's wrong with Luzardo, specifically in the stretch Since June 11, opponents have hit .192/.252/.253 with 37 strikeouts and eight walks when there is no one on base against Luzardo. With runners on base, those numbers jump to .339/.443/.576, 16 strikeouts and 11 walks. (Gelb) Gelb says he went back to his old mechanics last night, but it still didn't work Jesus Luzardo says he is working day and night to fix his issues and he says they need to be fixed. He says teams are hitting him hard when he is pitching out of the stretch. He says it is not on JT Realmuto losing that foul ball pop-up. He says he and other Phillies lost it as well. Manager Rob Thomson says Jesus Luzardo lost his concentration. Phillies now 3-8 in Luzardo's last 11 starts They've now given Luzardo 3-0, 4-1 and 5-0 leads in July only to have him lose all 3 of them. He posted a 2.15 ERA in his first 11 starts. He allowed 20 runs in his next two. He made significant mechanical changes when pitching from the stretch, and it's resulted in only a 4.79 ERA over his last nine starts. UNLESS LUZARDO FIGURES THIS OUT, THEIR ENTIRE OFF-SEASON WILL HAVE BEEN A COMPLETE AND UTTER FAILURE The good news is this is a mechanical issue… which would indicate to me it CAN be fixed… but can they fix it in time? PITCH TIPPING: The Red Sox are renowned for doing this. Two pitches later, Story doubled home a run. THIS WAS NOT A STRONG ROB THOMSON GAME Luzardo should have been pulled after the second straight bases loaded walk, but got Jordan Romano up too late… after the game, Thomson admitted that was a mistake Pinch-ran Weston Wilson for Kyle Schwarber in the 10th after Schwarber's RBI single… Wilson, who is not fast… thrown out trying to steal 2nd to end the 10th With Wilson already used, Max Kepler had to face a lefty reliever and watched a called strike three to end the game in the 11th, instead of having Wilson available to pinch hit Rob Thomson on the 5th inning tonight: Said they have to keep digging and working on what's wrong with Luzardo, specifically in the stretch Harper's home run was the 350th of his career Bryce Harper tonight became the youngest of the 8 active players to reach 350 career home runs joining Giancarlo Stanton, Mike Trout, Paul Goldschmidt, Manny Machado, Freddie Freeman, Nolan Arenado, Aaron Judge. Kyle Schwarber's 34 HR are the 3rd-most through 102 games in Phillies franchise history, behind only Ryan Howard in 2006 and Mike Schmidt in 1979 -- both had 36. Cristopher Sanchez is a TRUE ACE: https://www.thegoodphight.com/2025/7/23/24472912/cristopher-sanchez-is-a-real-bona-fide-cy-young-contender WHEELER & SANCHEZ This gives the Phillies a leg-up in the postseason No one can match what the Phillies can do in the playoffs STARK ON SCHWARBER Says he believes Schwarber will be back here 4 years, $100 million is the number… how is he going to have a better deal four years AFTER the first free agent contract??? TRADE DEADLINE LATEST: Jayson Stark on 975 the Fanatic w/ Mikey Miss: Dombrowski wants to use his biggest chips to trade for a big time power bullpen arm controllable beyond this year, Duran, Bautista, no on Miller or Clase If he gets one, it's a right-handed platoon bat that falls into his lap Bullpen arm is more important than a bat Jeff Passan: The Phillies have quietly built up one of the best farm systems in baseball, and president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski's history of trading prospects for impact talent is unmatched. Still, with the Phillies entering a transition phase over the next few years, they aren't likely to sacrifice all of their depth. That complicates their tack at this deadline, because they are among the few teams with the need and capacity to acquire a pitcher of Clase's talent. Same goes for Cade Smith, another Guardian, and the Twins' two frontline relievers, Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax. Getting David Robertson for $6 million certainly helps matters and serves as insurance against objectionable demands on high-end relief pitchers. And yet adding Robertson plus a high-octane relief arm alongside Orion Kerkering and Matt Strahm gives the Phillies a representative back end. If they can also add a right-handed-hitting outfielder with power -- Adolis Garcia is in the mix, and Luis Robert Jr. would play, too -- it will be a successful deadline for a team whose starting pitching is good enough to carry it deep into October. Ruben Amaro & Jim Salisbury on Phillies Show Very interesting stuff on the show from Amaro (doesn't think they'll be able to get a lock down closer), Aiden Miller might be more untouchable than Painter, and the clubhouse talking about Eugenio Suarez (Salisbury). @JohnnyPhisher: Phillies need a RHH OF @Buster_ESPN: A surprise name has emerged in the starting pitcher market: Dylan Cease, who will be eligible for free agency at year's end. Perception of other teams is that the Padres are intent on making a push for the playoffs, and would use Cease to help fill other roster needs. Mets, AL East teams, Cubs among teams that have talked about him. COULD THE PHILLIES DO SOMETHING SIMILAR WITH RANGER SUAREZ OR JESUS LUZARDO? Jo Adell started slow, but on May 6 he hit a 9th inning HR in a blowout that got things going for him. Since then (67 gms) he has a .907 OPS (top 20 in MLB) with 19 HR (T-6th), and his .563 SLG is higher than any Phillies player. An interesting name: Dane Myers. Plays center field for the Marlins. The right-handed 29 year is wailing on lefties: .324/.385/.493, .878 OPS, 2 HRs, 13 RBIs in 78 PAs, 6 doubles. Would be a platoon guy. The Phillies and Padres are two of the many teams that have expressed interest in Steven Kwan, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Both National League contenders are known to be looking for a left field upgrade.