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The WIP Afternoon Show break down the Phillies' stunning comeback victory led by Trea Turner and debate whether Rob Thomson's squad should prioritize the division title. They also share personal marriage advice and discuss the necessity of Dave Dombrowski making a splash at the trade deadline.
In the 9am hour, the WIP Morning Team talks about the Phillies' resilience and the Sixers' questionable personnel decisions after a wild night in Philadelphia sports. They debate whether Zack Wheeler or Cristopher Sánchez should earn the starting nod for the All-Star Game while examining Trea Turner's mental hurdles at the plate. 01:50 - Trea Turner statistical struggles 05:39 - Sixers roster and draft needs 09:18 - Zack Wheeler Hall of Fame case 13:21 - Inside-the-park home run history 18:36 - Phillies playoff odds and poll 22:51 - John's gardening and magnetic plants 26:08 - Phillies' heart versus the Mets 33:31 - Scouting the Sixers' newest guard 38:14 - Time's Yours listener reactions
The WIP Morning Team get into the details of what led to the Phillies insane offensive 8th and 9th innings last night including the fielding gaffs by Trea Turner and Alec Bohm. They also make some predictions on the Eagles 2026 outlook and react to the newest Sixers draft pick Labaron Philon Jr.
The WIP Morning Team reacts to one of the most thrilling Phillies wins in recent memory that featured a two out rally and clutch hitting from Brandon Marsh, Bryson Stott and Trea Turner. They also discuss their first impressions of new Sixers guard Labaron Philon Jr., drafted 22nd overall by the team last night in Brooklyn.
In the 8am hour, the WIP Morning Team debates Jalen Carter's future with the Eagles and the difficulties of a roster-wide payout. They analyze the new Top 11 Philadelphia Athletes list and discuss the Phillies' recent performance, including Trea Turner's defensive struggles. Elliot Shorr-Parks joins to provide insight on Tariq Woolen and the likelihood of Carter remaining in Philadelphia. 01:50 - Jalen Carter Trade Talk 05:45 - NBA Ratings Analysis 08:55 - Phillies Hitting Struggles 13:55 - Sports Media Updates 17:10 - Carter Contract Negotiations 20:15 - Top 11 Athletes List 40:40 - Elliot Shorr-Parks Interview 55:40 - World Cup and Cruises
The WIP Morning Team listens as Joe goes over everything he missed while he was gone on vacation including the Knicks and Hurricanes championships, the articles written about Jalen Hurts and the performances of Bryce Harper, Trea Turner and Andrew Painter. They also break down the Official WIP Top 11 Athletes in Philadelphia Sports list.
James Seltzer and John Ritchie examine the Phillies' incredible run under Rob Thomson, debating whether the team is truly elite or just a regular-season wonder. They analyze Bryce Harper's historic cycle and Kyle Schwarber's power surge while highlighting glaring needs at the trade deadline. They also discuss Trea Turner's ongoing slump and share favorite movie scenes featuring fathers for a ticket giveaway. 01:50 - Father's Day Celebrations 04:32 - Phillies Recent Dominance Recap 07:15 - Trade Deadline Roster Needs 14:32 - Postseason Success Expectations 18:45 - All-Star Caliber Player Evaluation 21:10 - Trea Turner Performance Struggles 25:55 - World Series Contender Debate 36:51 - Best On-Screen Dad Scenes 45:07 - World Cup In Philadelphia
(0:00-21:05) Phillies give you a glimpse of how it is supposed to look & has Trea Turner turned a corner?(21:05-32:29) Another name the Phillies could trade for some outfield help(32:29-43:04) Today's Headlines with Connor Thomas including a statement from TSAPlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page Kincade & Salciunas on 975thefanatic.com. Follow 97.5 The Fanatic on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Watch our shows on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Philly's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On Episode 1093 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Liz Roscher, Editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal, discuss this week's most pressing Phillies topics. Trea Turner's struggles, grading Aaron Nola on the Nola Curve, Jose Alvardo's issues, and how you should feel about MLB's stances on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Eliot Shorr-Parks joins the 94WIP Morning Show to discuss Tariq Woolen's standout performance during Eagles' offseason practices and rumors regarding a Maxx Crosby trade. They analyze the Phillies' trade deadline priorities following the decision to send Andrew Painter to the minors. Callers weigh in with dating advice for Fran and debate whether the Phillies should consider a total roster reset as stars like Trea Turner age. 01:46 - Phillies Injuries and Painter 07:34 - Advice and Famous Friendships 13:49 - Eliot Shorr-Parks Interview 18:46 - Jalen Carter Contract Status 24:14 - Maxx Crosby Trade Rumors 31:41 - Phillies Roster Reset Debate 38:16 - Star Wars Fandom Discussion
A staggering wave of superstar injuries has completely derailed fantasy baseball rosters, leaving managers scrambling for answers on the waiver wire. Corey Pieper breaks down a massive slate of breaking news, spectacular rookie pitching performances, costly duds, and the daily FanDuel Bet of the Day. The injury bug bit hard on Thursday night as fantasy royalty hit the shelf. Bobby Witt Jr. was forced to exit early with a right knee injury and is undergoing further medical testing, while Trea Turner left his ballgame after being struck by a pitch in the calf. Mike Trout lands on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. was knocked out early following a painful shot to the groin. Meanwhile, Adley Rutschman struggled through a hitless, two-strikeout performance after taking a throw directly to the head. On the mound, the Milwaukee Brewers suffer a crushing blow as breakout right-hander Quinn Priester is officially ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 season to undergo thoracic outlet decompression surgery. On the bright side, Wenceel Perez is managing a facial injury, Jose Soriano is expected to take the bump today after skipping his Thursday start with chest discomfort, and superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor is finally set to launch his minor league rehab assignment this Friday. Despite the medical chaos, a brilliant group of young arms took center stage. Gage Jump turned in a masterclass performance, firing seven brilliant innings of one-hit ball with seven strikeouts to completely shut down the Angels. Parker Messick flashed his best velocity of the season, racking up nine strikeouts over six innings of two-run ball against Milwaukee. Bryan Woo was absolutely flawless, spinning seven scoreless frames with nine strikeouts, matching a spectacular nine-strikeout duel against Shane Baz. Sean Burke excelled as a bulk follower behind opener Bryan Hudson, striking out eight over 7.1 brilliant innings against Ryan Weathers. Joe Ryan cruised through five scoreless frames, and Trey Yesavage battled veteran Sonny Gray in a gritty seven-inning showdown. Offensively, Juan Soto blasted two solo home runs, Wyatt Langford and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. both cleared the fence, and nearly the entire Kansas City starting lineup crossed the plate for a run, with only Nick Loftin missing out on the scoring barrage. On the negative side of the ledger, young arms hit a wall as Jack Leiter was shelled for six earned runs in just four innings, while Matthew Liberatore was lit up for seven runs in a brief 1.2-inning nightmare. High-profile bats completely frozen at the plate include Braden Montgomery falling below the .200 mark after a multi-strikeout collar, Jasson Dominguez and Brandon Marsh both punching out repeatedly, and Cal Raleigh enduring an ugly four-strikeout night to drop his average to .164, alongside quiet nights from Bo Bichette, Gunnar Henderson, Joc Pederson, and Brice Turang. Finally, we map out the weekend pitching landscape in our Pitching Planner, highlighting the upcoming returns of Mick Abel and Troy Melton, Jared Jones traveling into the thin air of Colorado, and a look at Shane Drohan. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Scott Franzke joins Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas to break down the Phillies' pitching rotation and the recent demotion of Andrew Painter. They explore potential lineup adjustments involving Trea Turner and Brandon Marsh before transitioning into a debate on Jalen Hurts' performance and statistics. The crew also touches on Father's Day gift ideas and Hugh's unique stance on never wearing socks. 01:00 - Scott Franzke Interview 07:41 - Phillies Lineup Strategy 10:43 - Bullpen Hierarchy Discussion 13:32 - Pool Parties and Socks 16:06 - Jalen Hurts Debate
Scott Franzke joins Hugh and Joe to discuss the Phillies' trade deadline needs and the struggles of pitchers Aaron Nola and Andrew Painter. They evaluate the bullpen hierarchy and debate whether Trea Turner should remain at the top of the lineup. The conversation then shifts to a deep dive into Jalen Hurts, comparing his career path to Dan Marino and Troy Aikman. 01:50 - Franzke Friday Intro 05:25 - Fixing Andrew Painter 08:45 - Phillies Lineup Strategy 11:50 - Bullpen Hierarchy Shift 16:45 - Jalen Hurts Debate 23:10 - Marino Versus Aikman 31:55 - Harper Ranking Debate 35:10 - Harper To Outfield 46:15 - Defending Hugh Douglas
This week on Hacks & Jacks, Scott and Brett talk through news and notes from around the league, hitters who have climbed Scott's ranks and those who have fallen in the list as well. Remember the Vargas Rule of yesteryear? "It's a rule that's applied when a pitcher who is historically not so great is performing at a high level we didn't expect. You keep starting him until he gives us a reason not to, inspired by Jason Vargas‘ ridiculous start to the 2017 season." Welp, now it applies to hitters, and it's named after Miguel Vargas. He's climbed his way to being a top-20 hitter in Scott's ranks, and he hasn't given us a reason NOT to leave him there. Scott talks about NL Central sluggers Alec Burleson and Seiya Suzuki and touches on one of the trending rookie bats in Colorado – do we stream Cole Carrigg? On the flip side, the pair laments their disappointment in big-name middle infielders, Trea Turner and Nico Hoerner. All that and more in this episode of Hacks & Jacks! Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Shallows EP 019 - Goin' Fishin' Erik Hinrichsen and Carson Picard navigate through The Shallows, starting with an extended Captain's Report, featuring possible replacements for Jose Ramirez, analysis of Kyle Bradish's 12-strikeout performance, a look at if Dustin May is legit, and answering the question of whether or not you should stash Joshua Baez after his 4 homer game at AAA. Then it's the return of From The Crew where the guys answer your mailbag questions, this time featuring questions centered around benching bats, Trea Turner, and Vlad Guerrero. Finally it's a bullpen addition premiere of Let's Go Fishing, where Erik and Carson look for sneaky save sources emerging on the wire from the A's, Royals, and Twins after the injury to Daniel Palencia. Welcome to The Shallows! Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Philadelphia Phillies are playing some pretty good baseball this season since interim manager Don Mattingly has taken over. But the real question is: can the Phillies become a better team as the season goes on? This week, Philly sports beat reporter and contributor over at ESPN's 97.3 FM joined us this week to dive into this team as the guys tried to find answers to that question.But first, Jeff and Erik got into some top storylines from the Eagles OTA session. (Approx. 4:55)From there, they discussed the first Flyers trade of the offseason as the team seemingly got better at the goalie position. (Approx. 13:55)The guys then got into some Sixers talk as the NBA Draft is around the corner. Who might the 76ers take with the No. 22 overall pick? (Approx. 20:40)The guys also dove into their “Hate To See It, Love To See It” segment! (Approx. 28:35)What they threw down on the Table this week was a great and in-depth discussion with Philly sports beat reporter Jeff Kerr about the direction the Phillies are heading, and if the team can get better as the season moves along. What should the team do long-term now that Adolis Garcia is out for the season? What the heck is going on with Trea Turner's season? Thoughts on J.T. Realmuto's downslide of a year. What kind of trades might Dave Dombrowski make at the trade deadline? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 48:55)SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstableHead over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.comFollow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstableFollow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPSTFollow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable.Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable
Ruben Amaro Jr. joins Jon Ritchie and James Seltzer to discuss Andrew Painter's demotion and the Phillies' lack of high-end trade chips. They debate if Trea Turner and Joel Embiid have the most problematic contracts in their respective leagues while evaluating the Eagles' interest in Maxx Crosby. The conversation concludes with a critique of James Dolan's recent remarks regarding the Knicks' roster maintenance. 02:00 - Andrew Painter Demotion Analysis 10:20 - Philly Trade Deadline Reality 15:20 - Trea Turner Performance Issues 24:46 - Maxx Crosby Trade Rumors 37:00 - Joel Embiid Contract Debate 51:28 - James Dolan Knicks Comments
In hour 2, Ruben Amaro Jr. joins the 94 WIP Morning Show to discuss the Phillies' decision to option Andrew Painter to the minors. They analyze Trea Turner's offensive struggles and evaluate potential trade deadline strategies given a thin farm system. The conversation also covers Eagles trade rumors involving Maxx Crosby and Joel Embiid's future in Philadelphia. 02:10 - Ruben Amaro Jr. Joins 05:20 - Andrew Painter Optioned 11:10 - Painter's Prospect Status 18:11 - Phillies Trade Strategy 24:19 - Trea Turner's Slump 34:07 - Maxx Crosby Trade Rumors 44:13 - Joel Embiid's Super Max
Trea Turner and Mookie Betts are sliding down the rest-of-season ranks due to extended cold stretches at the plate. Host Joe Bond breaks down the latest news, dissects the biggest Rankings Movers, and delivers the FanDuel Bet of the Day featuring Joe Ryan over 6.5 strikeouts and Yankees -1.5 vs White Sox. News and Injuries: Cole Ragans and Spencer Strider are transferred to the 60-day IL. Ronald Acuna remains a long way from returning. Studs and Duds: Kyle Stowers, Sterlin Thompson, Colson Montgomery, Carter Jensen, Jackson Merrill, Ryan O'Hearn, Kyle Bradish, Nolan McLean, and Eduardo Rodriguez lead as yesterday's studs. Lawrence Butler, Colt Emerson, Kyle Schwarber, Rhys Hoskins, Andrew Painter, Anthony Kay, Shohei Ohtani, and Sean Sullivan are listed as duds. Rankings Movers: Rising stock includes Jordan Walker, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Tyler Soderstrom, Brandon Marsh, Bryce Eldridge, Logan Webb, Sonny Gray, Reid Detmers, and Dustin May. Falling stock includes Trea Turner, Mookie Betts, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Parker Messick, Roki Sasaki, Trey Yesavage, and Taj Bradley. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Can the Phils continue to right the ship despite top prospect Andrew Painter's demotion to the Minors, Adolis Garcia's season ending injury and Trea Turner's constant struggles at the plate and in the field? Rusty from New York joins the show to tell us how they are handling sweet victory in the Big Apple.
The Philadelphia Phillies scored 8 runs with Brandon Marsh hitting leadoff tonight and Trea Turner on the bench. Jack Fritz reacts to the blowout win over the Marlins and wonders if this change could be a sign of things to come.
Ike, Spike, and Fritz catch up with Dave Uram to discuss the Phillies' lineup changes, including Kyle Schwarber playing first base and Trea Turner's injury.
They discuss the latest Phillies lineup changes, including Trea Turner's injury and Kyle Schwarber's move to first base. The conversation shifts to potential trade deadline targets like Byron Buxton.
In the 8am hour, the WIP Moring Team dives into the polarizing reputation of Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, questioning whether his historic success stems from leadership or luck. They also discuss Daryl Morey's recent jinx of a no-hitter during a Phillies broadcast and analyze Trea Turner's ongoing struggles at the plate. Additionally, they touch on rumors of an Austin Powers sequel and a new Spielberg project. 01:50 - Debating Sirianni's Coaching Credit 07:45 - Nick's Reputation Around League 13:05 - Leadership Value And Meetings 19:50 - Trea Turner's Batting Slump 26:20 - WIP Hosts' Morning Routines 34:15 - Austin Powers 4 Rumors 37:25 - Spielberg UFO Movie Review 44:45 - Evaluating The Sirianni Hire 52:10 - One Word Song Game
The WIP Morning Team discusses Don Mattingly's lineup changes to the top of the order with Trea Turner's injury, bringing Marsh to the leadoff spot and Kyle Schwarber in the field at 1B. They also continue to share their opinions on Nick Sirianni and the New York Times profile on the head coach.
The WIP Morning Team reacts to a hilarious moment last night during the Phillies game when new Sixers President of Basketball Operations accidentally jinxed Jesús Luzardo's active no-hitter in the 5th inning. They also dissect the Trea Turner situation and what Don Mattingly should do now that Brandon Marsh has found success in the leadoff spot.
In the 9am hour, The WIP Morning Team continue to dive into Michael Silver's recent article about Nick Sirianni, debating whether the coach's intense sideline antics are authentic leadership or signs of immaturity. They also field calls for their one-word song title contest to win Rush tickets, covering everything from Trea Turner's base running to the rarity of yellow cardinals. The segment highlights the divide between old-school expectations for NFL head coaches and the modern players' appreciation for Sirianni's fire. 02:58 - Marcus on Rush and Eagles 06:04 - The Nick Sirianni Debate 14:25 - Sirianni's Joey Tribbiani Quote 20:02 - Jose's Eagles Origin Story 24:42 - MLB Run Differential Analysis 31:30 - Anthony Discusses Yellow Cardinals 36:23 - Time's Yours: Sirianni vs McVay 39:18 - Rush Ticket Contest Winner
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas examine the Phillies' recent offensive explosion and debate whether Brandon Marsh should remain in the leadoff spot. They react to the news of Trea Turner returning to the top of the order despite his recent struggles at the plate.
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas argue whether Trea Turner should reclaim the leadoff spot after Brandon Marsh excelled in a revamped Phillies lineup. They also break down Jalen Hurts' ranking on the Top 11 Philadelphia Athletes list and clash over his status as a Rocky-style underdog.
Brodes hosted on WIP Monday night discussing Phillies SS Trea Turner and how Dombrowski needs to take heat for that signing.
James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies getting shutout twice in Milwaukee and discuss what options the team has to try and fix a struggling Trea Turner.
The WIP Morning Team debates why Trea Turner has gotten worse and what the solution is. Eliot Shorr-Parks says that he believes it is age, and the rest of the team agrees. James Seltzer said he believed Schwarber is the opposite and always appeared likely to age well. The team analyzes the FIFA World Cup games and debates if it is better than March Madness.
The WIP Morning Team discusses the FIFA World Cup and yesterday's Cape Verde upset. The team debates what the solution is to Trea Turner's aging and declining performance. Finally, the team listens to Time's Yours calls and responds to what people say.
The WIP Morning Team listens to Don Mattingly speaking about Trea Turner and his struggles this season. The team breaks down their opinions on whether he should be benched or moved in the lineup. Finally, the team debates how the new story about Jalen Hurts' support within the Eagles organization compares to the conversation around former Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz
Corey Seager has been placed on the seven-day injured list after exhibiting persistent concussion symptoms. Corey Pieper analyzes a massive slate of major injuries, extensive performance lines, the Bullpen Report, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The medical updates are completely reshaping fantasy rosters as Grayson Rodriguez lands on the injured list with a back injury, Troy Melton is scratched due to lower back tightness, and Christian Scott hits the injured list with a hip impingement. Spencer Strider faces a four-week shutdown period, Trea Turner is managing a bruised wrist, and Gleyber Torres left his game early. On the transaction wire, Lourdes Gurriel returns to action while Ryan Waldschmidt gets optioned, Drake Baldwin is officially reinstated, and fantasy managers can expect Cal Raleigh, Kodai Senga, and Hunter Brown back on the active roster today. An explosive performance slate features Dustin May firing nine innings of one-hit ball with nine strikeouts, Zack Wheeler striking out nine over six innings, and Mackenzie Gore racking up ten strikeouts across seven frames while allowing four earned runs. Offensively, Pete Crow-Armstrong went 4-for-4 to hit for the cycle, Colt Keith launched three home runs with six RBIs, Eugenio Suarez hit two home runs with six RBIs, Nick Kurtz hit two home runs, and Isaac Paredes has four home runs over the last two weeks, alongside contributions from Joc Pederson, Bo Bichette, JJ Bleday, Cole Carrigg, Walbert Urena, Ryne Nelson, JT Ginn, and a mention of Chase Burns. On the negative side, Salvador Perez, Kyle Stowers, and Seiya Suzuki posted hitless outings with multiple strikeouts, while Kai-Wei Teng surrendered five earned runs in 3.1 innings and Jared Jones gave up five earned runs in four innings. The daily Bullpen Report breaks down critical late-inning vacancies and role changes across baseball, detailing Mason Miller heading to the bereavement list, Kenley Jansen returning to high-leverage duties, a possible injury to Andres Munoz, and the roles of Yoendrys Gomez and Elvis Alvarado. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas debate whether the Philadelphia Eagles should target quarterback Brendan Sorsby in the NFL supplemental draft. They weigh his first-round talent against the potential locker room impact of his history with gambling. They also discuss Trea Turner's recent hitting slump and a Flyers trade for Joseph Woll. 01:50 - Intro And Hurts Discussion 06:28 - Brendan Sorsby Gambling Scandal 11:44 - Eagles And Second Chances 20:00 - Sorsby Draft Value Analysis 27:58 - Heated Sorsby Rehab Debate 34:25 - Phillies Turner Hitting Struggles 39:11 - Zack Wheeler Dominant Return 46:35 - Gambling Ethics Double Standard 52:41 - Flyers Acquire Joseph Woll
Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio explore if the Eagles should target Brendan Sorsby in the supplemental draft despite his past gambling history. They also critique Trea Turner's offensive slump and Zack Wheeler's masterful performance on the mound. Finally, they react to breaking news regarding a Flyers trade for Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit. 01:16 - Brendan Sorsby's NFL Future 02:04 - Trea Turner's Hitting Struggles 05:27 - Zack Wheeler's Performance 09:35 - Sports Gambling Ethics Debate 21:49 - Breaking Flyers Trade News
James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies getting shutout twice in Milwaukee and discuss what options the team has to try and fix a struggling Trea Turner.
If Jacob Misiorowski wanted to make a statement against the Phillies over the weekend, he made it, cementing himself as the front-runner for NL Cy Young Award and All Star Game starter. Cristopher Sanchez, well, not so much this time. On the latest Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh discuss the contrasting performances from the two stars, addressed the Phillies' outfield situation, and the continuing slump of shortstop Trea Turner.
KB is BACK and kicks things off recapping an abysmal series loss for the Phillies in Milwaukee. He discusses the Trea Turner issue in the lineup, wonders why Rafael Marchan is still making regular appearances in the lineup, and dissects the latest roundup of Underground Stats & Info. Then he dives into the report of a possible Dan Vladar extension for the Flyers and then rounds out the show talking World Cup and Ivory Coast winning in epic, Philadelphia fashion at The Linc. Onboarding Form: forms.gle/mZYnkiQcGv1ZxBSg9 Voicemail Line: speakpipe.com/UndergroundSportsPhiladelphia Support Our Sponsors! The City of Vineland: Get ready, Vineland! The Recreation Summer Concert Series is back at the Enrico Serra Band Shell at Giampietro Park, with free shows beginning at 7 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy three unforgettable nights of live music. Saturday, July 18, it's Yacht Rock Gold Experience, Saturday, August 22, Kevin Kenny: The Chesney Show, and Saturday, September 19, Van Halen Nation. From smooth yacht rock to country favorites and classic Van Halen hits, there's something for everyone. That's the Vineland Recreation Summer Concert Series, free at Giampietro Park. Bring your lawn chair, bring your friends, and enjoy the music! Get ready for one of Vineland's most anticipated events of the year. The 9th Annual Vineland Food Truck Festival returns to downtown Vineland on Sunday, September 13, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy delicious eats from 30 food trucks, shop local craft and merchandise vendors, and experience live entertainment throughout the day featuring the Steely Dan Tribute Band Kid Charlemagne, Direct From Philadelphia DJ Ben Arsenal. And much more. Bring your family and friends for a full day of food and music, on Landis Avenue. For more information, contact Special Events Coordinator Sheena Santiago at 856-794-4000 ext. 4169. '47 Brand Shop for your favorite sports fan and get FREE SHIPPING on ALL orders with '47 Brand! 47.sjv.io/e1Nyor Kenwood Beer Visit kenwoodbeer.com/#finder and see who has Kenwood Beer on tap in YOUR area and crack open an ice cold Kenwood Beer to celebrate the good times! (MUST be 21+ to do so and PLEASE drink responsibly.) Merch & Apparel: www.phiapparel.co/shop + Use Code "UNDERGROUND" for 10% off! PLL App Download the PLL App in the App Store or Google Play Store and in the redeem code section, use code OTBPOD for 500 XP on your account! Biñho Get 10% off your next purchase with code BINHOBENNETT62 from our pals at Biñho! binhoboard.com?bg_ref=pDJkDdNO1y Follow Us! Twitter: twitter.com/UndergroundPHI Instagram: www.instagram.com/undergroundphi/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@undergroundphi KB: twitter.com/KBizzl311 Watch LIVE: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@UndergroundSportsPhiladelphia FB: facebook.com/UndergroundSportsPHI Twitch: twitch.tv/UndergroundsportsPHI Intro Music: Arkells "People's Champ" Outro Music: Arkells "People's Champ" #Phillies #RingTheBell #MLB #Baseball #LetsGoFlyers #NHL #DanVladar #WorldCup #podcastcharts #download #review #subscribe #UndergroundIndustries
Dave Uram joins to explain his controversial ranking of Lane Johnson over Joel Embiid in his top Philadelphia athletes list. They also preview the Phillies' matchup against the Marlins, specifically looking at Trea Turner's role.
Ike, Spike, and Fritz break down the pressure points facing the Phillies, specifically debating if Trea Turner should be benched after his recent slump. They also express their frustrations with Philadelphia fans supporting the "Villanova Knicks," calling the trend embarrassing for the city.
Spike and Fritz analyze the Phillies' recent struggles, identifying five key pressure points including Aaron Nola's inconsistency and Trea Turner's slump. They discuss whether Turner should be moved down the lineup or benched entirely to help him reset.
James Seltzer and Jody McDonald of the 94 WIP Morning Show analyze the Phillies' recent offensive struggles and Trea Turner's disappointing performance. They also debate the significance of the USMNT's latest victory and preview an upcoming conversation with Jay Wright regarding the Knicks. 01:28 - Phillies Weekend Recap 06:23 - USMNT Soccer Debate 09:13 - Knicks Discussion Preview
Jody, James, and Rhea evaluate Trea Turner's ongoing struggles and whether a lineup change is necessary for the Phillies. They also explore Jalen Brunson's ascent to New York sports lore and compare the front office success of Leon Rose to Daryl Morey. The discussion concludes with a preview of WIP's Top 11 athletes list and iconic action movie scenes. 01:50 - Wu-Tang Clan Energy 04:40 - Villanova-Knicks Connection 07:30 - Trea Turner's Malaise 12:45 - Jalen Brunson's Legacy 20:15 - Pitching and Action Movies 23:15 - WIP Top 11 Debate 28:35 - Iconic NBA Franchises 39:15 - Leon Rose vs Daryl Morey
Jody McDonald and James Seltzer analyze Bryce Harper's recent comments regarding Rob Thomson and hitting coach Kevin Long. They dive into Joe Santoliquito's article detailing reported tension between Jalen Hurts and the Eagles organization. They also reflect on legendary New York sports memories and Trea Turner's performance issues with the Phillies. 01:02 - Great New York Sports Moments 06:02 - World Cup Trophy History 08:11 - Trea Turner's Philly Struggles 12:30 - Harper Backs Kevin Long 15:25 - Jalen Hurts Eagles Future
The 94 WIP Morning Show analyze the New York Knicks' championship run and Jalen Brunson's rising legacy in NBA history. They debate Victor Wembanyama's first finals performance and compare the front office success of Leon Rose to Daryl Morey. Additionally, they discuss Trea Turner's ongoing struggles with the Phillies and look ahead to WIP's Top 11 list. 01:50 - Wembanyama's Image and GOAT Comparisons 05:15 - Spurs Choke and Knicks Game 4 Comeback 10:42 - US Soccer and Best Action Scenes 16:31 - Wu-Tang Clan's Impact on Game 4 22:17 - Trea Turner's Malaise and Management Decisions 27:32 - Jalen Brunson's Legacy and Margate Ties 38:25 - WIP Top 11 Week Debate 46:10 - Knicks Pedigree and Elite Pitching Stats
Full Show: Monday, June 15th, 2026. We react to the New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals behind three Villanova guys and talk to Villanova head coach Jay Wright at 7:30am about it. Also, the Phillies struggled offensive in a series loss to the Brewers over the weekend as Trea Turner continues to struggle. James Seltzer and Jody Mac are hosting today, filling in for Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie.
Atlanta Braves ace Spencer Strider landed on the injured list with severe right elbow inflammation after an alarming velocity drop. Corey Pieper breaks down the latest injury updates across Major League Baseball, runs through the Waiver Wire segment, and locks in the FanDuel Bet of the Day. In news and injury updates, Jacob Wilson returned from the injured list while Brent Rooker was shelved, and Seth Lugo hit the concussion-injured list. AJ Puk had his rehab assignment paused after a setback, Nolan Gorman was optioned to Triple-A with Blaze Jordan making his MLB debut, and Adolis Garcia landed on the 60-day injured list with a torn right lat. Spencer Strider left his start with arm soreness leading to his injured list stint, Sean Sullivan left his debut at Las Vegas due to illness, and Trent Grisham hit the injured list with a right hamstring strain which prompted the activation of Jasson Dominguez. Jose Ramirez is dealing with a broken hamate bone, Evan Carter went to the injured list with an oblique strain, Seiya Suzuki is experiencing right knee discomfort, and Vinnie Pasquantino suffered a hamate fracture sidelining him four to six weeks. Cooper Pratt is set for a Tuesday call-up, Corey Seager is showing concussion symptoms, Josh Naylor fouled a ball off his shin, Andres Munoz has lower back tightness, Grayson Rodriguez is fighting back tightness after a poor outing, and Jose Soriano experienced a tight chest and sore legs despite a strong start. Additionally, Tarik Skubal returned Saturday throwing 4.2 innings allowing five hits, one walk, two earned runs, and four strikeouts, while Jack Flaherty hit the injured list with a left peroneal strain. For daily performance metrics, Jacob Misiorowski threw a complete game allowing one hit with 15 strikeouts, Tanner Bibee threw 7 innings allowing two hits and two walks with two earned runs and eight strikeouts while giving up solo home runs to Spencer Torkelson and James Outman, and Sandy Alcantara went 8 innings allowing five hits and one walk with three earned runs and seven strikeouts. Liam Hicks went 3-for-4 with three runs, one home run, and two RBIs Friday, Ceddanne Rafaela went 3-for-5 with three runs, one home run, three RBIs, and one steal Friday, Dominic Canzone hit a home run, and Yordan Alvarez hit two home runs with six RBIs Friday in the first inning. Nick Kurtz had an incredible week at Las Vegas, Byron Buxton went 3-for-3 with a home run Friday, Cole Carrigg homered Friday, Bo Bichette hit two home runs Friday, and Ivan Herrera hit two home runs Saturday. Cam Schlittler tossed 7 innings allowing six hits and four walks with one earned run and seven strikeouts against Kevin Gausman who threw 7 innings allowing one hit and two walks with one earned run and seven strikeouts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto went 8.1 innings allowing one hit and one earned run with seven strikeouts, and Shohei Ohtani returned Saturday going 1-for-3 with two runs, one home run, one RBI, and three walks after missing Friday. Max Muncy went 3-for-3 with two runs, two home runs, four RBIs, and two walks Saturday, Michael Soroka went 7 innings allowing two hits and one earned run with seven strikeouts, Jackson Chourio hit two home runs Saturday, and the Rockies faced the Athletics. Max Meyer pitched 6 innings allowing six hits and three walks with one earned run and nine strikeouts against Paul Skenes who went 6 innings allowing four hits and one walk with two earned runs and 10 strikeouts, Miles Mikolas threw 7 innings allowing three hits with three strikeouts, Keibert Ruiz went 3-for-4 with two runs, one home run, and two RBIs, and Geraldo Perdomo hit a home run and stole a base. AJ Ewing went 3-for-5 with two runs, one home run, and two RBIs Sunday, Stephen Kolek went 7.1 innings allowing five hits and one walk with zero earned runs and four strikeouts, Kyle Harrison threw 6 innings allowing three hits with three strikeouts, Alec Burleson hit another home run, Logan Webb pitched 8 innings allowing seven hits with seven strikeouts, and Cedric Mullins stole two bases Sunday. On the negative side, Brandon Nimmo went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Friday, Evan Carter went 0-for-2 with two strikeouts Friday, Trey Yesavage went 5 innings allowing four hits and six walks with five earned runs and three strikeouts, Roki Sasaki went 4.1 innings allowing seven hits and three walks with seven earned runs and four strikeouts, Tatsuya Imai went 0.2 innings allowing four hits and one walk with five earned runs and one strikeout, and Ryan Weathers went 4.1 innings allowing five hits and one walk with six earned runs and two strikeouts. Andy Pages went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, Zack Littell went 1.2 innings allowing four hits and one walk with five earned runs, Eduardo Rodriguez went 2.2 innings allowing two hits and five walks with one earned run and three strikeouts, Zach Neto went 1-for-5 with four strikeouts Friday and 0-for-5 with two strikeouts Sunday, Kyle Stowers went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts, and Dalton Rushing went 0-for-3 with three strikeouts Saturday. Spencer Torkelson went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Saturday, Austin Riley went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts Saturday, and Trea Turner, Cristopher Sanchez, and Nico Hoerner were listed, while Spencer Horwitz went 0-for-4 with four strikeouts, Brandon Lowe went 0-5 with three strikeouts, Manny Machado went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts, Emerson Hancock pitched 4 innings allowing nine hits with six earned runs and two strikeouts, and Bryce Elder went 4 innings allowing 10 hits and two walks with six earned runs and two strikeouts. 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Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio address fan outrage regarding the exclusion of Jalen Hurts from their top Philadelphia athletes list. They analyze Albert Breer's recent column on Eagles defensive extensions and debate the future of Trea Turner after his ongoing struggles. The conversation also covers astronomical parking fees for the World Cup and a wild trade proposal involving Mike Trout. 01:50 - Trea Turner Lineup Struggles 05:30 - Eagles Defensive Extension Debate 12:24 - Bryce Harper Performance Review 21:43 - Jalen Hurts List Controversy 29:20 - Philadelphia World Cup Parking 32:21 - Hugh's Near Miss Story 36:30 - Dan Vladar Extension Rumors 39:23 - Trea Turner Trade Proposals