Podcast appearances and mentions of ruben amaro

"Sluggball is the pickle ball of baseball." The Mark Howley Show welcomes two of the leading founders to Sluggball, an emerging game in the world of Baseball that focuses on situational hitting. In layman terms, getting to crack the bat against the ball to experience that sweet, addictive sound baseball lovers know well. No base running, more hitting! We talk to Ruben Amaro Jr., an eight-year Major League Baseball player, former General Manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, and current baseball analyst for MLB Network and NBC Sports. We are joined also by co-founder Greg Olenski, who is the head coach of a PA State Champion high school baseball program and former Division 1 college baseball player at University of Maryland and University of Delaware. Their passion is unmatched for this game. They recognized that thousands of former players whether from high school, college, rec, or professional were not playing due to age, access, physical ability, life events...etc. Sluggball is hosting events year round to attract all baseball lovers to experience an epic game back in the ballpark. Imagine... you are a baseball family: grandpa, father and son can all play against one another and bring the love of the game back into their lives. Family in the stands, hotdogs, and pure American fun."This is real." Ruben Amaro Jr. tells us after he witnessed this exact family moment in a past event.Check out their website + youtube for more info and their next event: https://www.playsluggball.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@Sluggball

The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. to discuss the Phillies season. The team talks about how Amaro Jr. thinks the Eagles will perform this season.

The WIP Morning Team is joined by Sheil Kapadia and Ruben Amaro Jr. to discuss the future of the 2026-27 Philadelphia Eagles. The team breaks down how they think the offense will look and what players will be positive additions to the roster.

The WIP Morning Team discusses the upcoming Philadelphia Eagles season. They are joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. and Sheil Kapadia to talk about the offense, the defense, and what players they believe will have a big impact on the roster. The team analyzes the schedule for the season, the Eagles having a top-ten easiest schedule in the NFL. The Morning Team talks about the Phillies 4-1 loss to the Reds last night, highlighting Bryce Harper's mistakes at first base, and finally answer questions in the Ask Me Anything segment.

The WIP Morning Team is joined in-studio by Ruben Amaro Jr. to talk about the Sixers and Flyers sweeps as well as their impending offseason roster decisions going into this summer.

In the 7am hour, Ruben Amaro Jr. joins Joe and Jon to discuss why the Sixers should consider trading Joel Embiid following another disappointing playoff exit. They also evaluate Samuel Ersson's future as the Flyers' primary goaltender and react to the announcement of the Eagles playing the Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day. The conversation concludes with an analysis of Don Mattingly's impact on the Phillies and the development of Ranger Suárez. 01:43 - Ruben Amaro Jr. Interview 07:10 - Historic Philly Trade Sin 10:12 - Trading Joel Embiid Debate 18:34 - Flyers Goalie Future Poll 22:03 - New York Media Shots 29:24 - Thanksgiving Day Football Plans 33:19 - Don Mattingly Character Analysis 37:54 - Ranger Suarez Development Discussion

On the 94 WIP Morning Show Ruben Amaro Jr. gives his thoughts on the Phillies rebound this season. Joel Embiid needs to play. The Flyers have a big Game 3 tonight at home versus the Hurricanes.

Ruben Amaro Jr. joins Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie to analyze the Phillies' early-season pitching woes and the need for Jesús Luzardo to step up. They also break down the Flyers' tough loss to the Penguins and debate whether the 76ers can survive their playoff series against the Celtics. 01:50 - Phillies Pitching Woes 05:10 - Flyers Loss Analysis 08:51 - Sixers Celtics Discussion

The Morning Show examines the Phillies' struggles and question if Rob Thomson's even-keeled approach is sufficient for the current slump. They break down the Flyers' performance against Sidney Crosby and the Penguins, while also debating if the Sixers should consider trading Joel Embiid. Ruben reflects on his time as Phillies General Manager, specifically the emotional weight of firing Charlie Manuel. 02:43 - NBC Studio Show Criticism 05:57 - Flyers Playoff Intensity Discussion 15:30 - Rob Thomson Urgency Debate 21:35 - Joel Embiid Future Speculation 25:23 - Process of Firing Charlie Manuel 38:04 - A.J. Brown Trade Rumors 41:38 - Carter and Smith Options 49:17 - Root of Phillies Struggles

Ruben Amaro Jr. analyzes Aaron Nola's struggles and the potential parallels to Ryan Howard's career trajectory. They also debate Jalen Hurts' performance and whether coaching preparation or player execution caused the Eagles' late-season offensive collapse. Additionally, the conversation touches on the Sixers' mentality and Alec Bohm's personal challenges affecting his play. 01:50 - Reunions and Draft 09:20 - Sixers and Phillies 13:40 - Jeff Stoutland's comments 18:20 - Aaron Nola's decline 28:25 - Lawrence Taylor's health 33:30 - Eagles offensive accountability 43:35 - Final poll results

Ruben Amaro Jr joins the show to analyze the Philadelphia Phillies' pitching failures and the job security of manager Rob Thompson. The guys also discuss the Flyers' postseason performance, the prospect of trading Joel Embiid, and Jeff Stoutland's retirement considerations. 01:55 - Contest and Pitching Woes 06:00 - Flyers Penguins Series Recap 09:20 - Sixers Celtics Playoff Debate 17:35 - NBC Sports Media Shifts 21:40 - Rob Thompson Job Security 35:15 - Trading Joel Embiid Proposal 41:35 - Managing Legends and Pressure 51:40 - A.J. Brown Trade Rumors

Ruben Amaro Jr. talks about his excitement for the Flyers making the playoffs.

The Flyers secured a thrilling playoff berth for the first time since 2020, sparked by a shootout victory and elite goaltending from Dan Vladar. They discuss the cultural shift under Danny Briere and Rick Tocchet while Ruben Amaro Jr. compares the emotional breakthrough to the Phillies' historic runs. A look at the upcoming rivalry with the Penguins includes the return of Joe Conklin's Baby Crosby parody song. 02:15 - Flyers Old-School Culture 05:15 - Michkov and Mental Strength 09:25 - Hockey Superstitions and Orange 14:55 - Ruben Amaro's Championship Memories 22:45 - Mike Garafolo on A.J. Brown 26:40 - Flyers Thrilling Shootout Win 35:55 - Dan Vladar's Postgame Reaction 46:10 - Sidney Crosby Rivalry History 49:40 - Baby Crosby Parody Song

Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the WIP Morning Show in-studio to talk Phillies and all things Philadelphia sports.

In the 7am hour, Ruben Amaro Jr. is in studio to talk about the 1-3 Phillies after another ugly loss.

In the 7am hour, we are joined by former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. who reveals his main takeaways from his time in Clearwater and looks ahead to the 2026 Phillies season.

Ruben Amaro Jr is passionate about baseball, he loves the unpredictability. He predicts the Phillies will win 100 games this season. Diana Russini says Eagles trading AJ Brown, if it happens, would be after June 1st. Joel Embiid says his knees are no longer an issue.

Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the 94 WIP Morning Show and expresses tons of optimism for Opening Day and reminisces about when he was a player. Zack Wheeler looks like he is on track.

Calling in from Clearwater, Florida, Ruben Amaro Jr. calls into the 94 WIP Morning Show to congratulate Joe DeCamara for his victory over Jack Fritz!

Listen to the best of Phillies on 94WIP as the Morning, Midday, and Afternoon Shows react to a new contract signing, break down how certain Phillies are performing in the World Baseball Classic, celebrate a certain Phillie going into the team's HOF, and are joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. from Spring Training!

Listen to the best of Phillies on 94WIP as the Morning, Midday, and Afternoon Shows react to a new contract signing, break down how certain Phillies are performing in the World Baseball Classic, celebrate a certain Phillie going into the team's HOF, and are joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. from Spring Training!

Listen to the best of Phillies on 94WIP as the Morning, Midday, and Afternoon Shows react to a new contract signing, break down how certain Phillies are performing in the World Baseball Classic, celebrate a certain Phillie going into the team's HOF, and are joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. from Spring Training!

The WIP Morning Show is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr., discuss what Vic Fangio said and more.

From Clearwater, Florida, Ruben Amaro Jr. calls into the 94 WIP Morning Show with his insights from Spring Training. What did he see from Andrew Painter that was impressive?

Alanna Rizzo and Clint Pasillas react to the latest Los Angeles Dodgers news out of spring training. Starting pitcher Gavin Stone has been shut down following a setback with his surgically repaired right shoulder. What does it mean for Stone? And what is the state of the Dodgers' rotation with Stone joining Blake Snell on the IL to open the season? Alanna and Clint discuss. Ruben Amaro Jr, host of The Phillies Show here on the Foul Territory Network, joins the show as we kick off our "Biggest 3-Peat Challengers" series for the spring. How do the Phillies stack up against the Dodgers? Ruben fills us in! Check out DT merch at https://dodgersterritoryshop.com Support Guidry's Guardian at https://guidrysguardian.org Find Clint on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@alldodgers Follow Katie's work at The Athletic https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/katie-woo/ Subscribe to Dodgers Territory on YouTubeRate and review our podcast on Apple and SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7am hour, former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the show to discuss the Bryce Harper situation and the 2026 Phillies. Amaro Jr. gives his 2026 lineup idea.

Full Show: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026. Ruben Amaro Jr. joins us in-studio as we continue discussing the Bryce Harper, Dave Dombrowski situation with new audio of Harper emerging from a podcast. Also, Amaro Jr. gives us his 2026 Phillies' lineup and we talk about exciting 22-year-old OF Justin Crawford.

The WIP Morning Show welcomes Ruben Amaro Jr. in-studio. They discuss Bryce Harper and all things Phillies.

The 94 WIP Morning Show listens to audio of Dave Dombrowski yesterday speaking about Nick Castellanos. It sounds very much like the Phillies will move him before Spring Training.

Ruben Amaro Jr joined the 94 WIP Morning Show to discuss the current state of Philadelphia sports and specifically the Phillies. When discussing the departure of Harrison Bader, Amaro Jr is not worried. He says that he would prefer the Phillies have Adolis Garcia for one year rather than Bader for two years.

The 94 WIP Morning Show listens to some audio from Ruben Amaro in which he says he does not want Harrison Bader back unless he's on a cheap contract. Do you like the fact that it snowed?

Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the 94 WIP Morning Show to discuss Ranger Suarez signing with the Boston Red Sox in free agency. He stresses that there was not an error in getting Suarez to stay, and that "it is what it is". He also discussed what exactly went wrong with the Eagles in their playoff loss, saying that the offense was entirely too predictable.

Listen here for this week's segment of Life Advice with The Hammer on the 94 WIP Morning Show. This week is a special edition as Joe DeCamara gives Ruben Amaro Jr some tips on how to deal with social media trolls!

The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. to talk about how they feel about the Eagles, and the newest bench coach hire for the Philadelphia Phillies, Don Mattingly. Amaro Jr. shares his feelings about the hire.

Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the Morning Show in studio to break down new roster moves by the Phillies as of late and where he thinks the Eagles will take the rest of the season. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni calls in to preview the game with Devan Kaney and Tom Kelly.

The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr to discuss the Eagles' injuries and give his opinions on the newest outfielder. The Phillies signed Garcia to a one-year, $10 million contract, and Amaro Jr. shares his thoughts.

The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. and Ron Jaworski to break down the Eagles loss to the Chicago Bears on Black Friday. The team discusses if this is a repeat season, and if the team will suffer the same fate as the 2023 Eagles. They talk about if a full collapse is coming or if the team will be able to recover. Jaws said he believes that this team can rebound and end up with a successful season. They also break down what will happen next week for the Eagles when they face the Los Angeles Chargers.

The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. to discuss the Eagles loss to the Chicago Bears on Black Friday. The team listens to Dan Orlovsky on First Take, talking about the Eagles collapse and preview what's to come in the show.

The Kyle Schwarber free agency saga has been one that's had Phillies fans nervously on the edge of their seats. But according to former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro it could all be coming to an end soon as he believes Schwarber will choose his team for next season soon.

In hour 2, the WIP Midday Show are discussing Kyle Schwarber and the designated hitters still undecided future which Ruben Amaro believes will be getting an answer to soon. Plus, Eliot Shorr-Parks joins the show to talk all things Eagles

In hour 2, Jason Kelce joins the 94 WIP Morning Show in-studio after the Eagles big win against the Packers on Monday night. In the midst of another AJ Brown saga, Kelce stressed that Brown is a great teammate and is well liked within the building. Kelce also says that Brown has legitimate reasons to be frustrated. Ruben Amaro, also in-studio, explains why Nick Sirianni appears to be agitated at the media.

The 94 WIP Morning Show continued to talk about AJ Brown's interesting comments regarding the current state of the Eagles offense. Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts spoke to the media yesterday and both seem potentially agitated with the repeated questions about the matter. Ruben Amaro, in-studio, understands Sirianni's frustrations over answering the same question multiple times. Jason Kelce joined in-studio to preview Eagles-Lions and dissect the AJ Brown saga. Kelce says that Brown has every right to be frustrated with the current situation. Mike Quick joined to talk about what he expects to see in Sunday's game against the Lions. Listen in the last hour for Life Advice with the Hammer and Time's Yours.

Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the 94 WIP Morning Show in-studio to discuss both the state of the Phillies and the latest Eagles drama. He says that he understands why Nick Sirianni might appear frustrated this week, saying that it comes when you are being asked the same question on multiple occasions.

Ruben Amaro Jr., in-studio with the 94 WIP Morning Show, doesn't think the Dodgers played great baseball in the series and was impressed with the way they grinded out the World Series.

Even after Dave Dombrowski's strange comments about Bryce Harper, Ruben Amaro Jr. doesn't think Harper is going anywhere.

Ruben Amaro joins the WIP Morning Team to set the record straight on Bryce Harper's clapback at Dave Dombrowski.

The WIP Morning Team pull out their magnifying glasses and look deeper at this entire Dombrowski vs Harper drama.

The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro, Ron Jaworski and Nick Sirianni today as the crew wonders which athlete's public frustrations worries than more.

Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the 94 WIP Morning Show for the first time since the Phillies season ended. Ruben thinks the Phillies could make a shakeup in the lineup, but knows that John Middleton wants to bring a championship to Philadelphia.

The WIP Afternoon Team live from Stateside Live are joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. to discuss what makes you a winner, the Phillies, the Castellanos situation and what the odds are for the Phillies to win the World Series.