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The 94 WIP Morning Show discusses Zach Wheeler's improved performance and the impact of Aaron Donald's return to the Los Angeles Rams. They examine the Phillies' playoff trajectory and the Eagles' roster cuts, including the disappointing preseason of backup quarterback Tanner McKee. 01:54 - Wheeler And Aaron Donald 10:16 - Tanner McKee And Cuts 18:53 - Phillies Postseason Outlook 24:36 - Jalen Hurts Debate 32:36 - Cristopher Sanchez Pitching 39:14 - Cecily Tynan Tribute

Spike engages in a fiery debate with a callerregarding the philosophy of losing honestly versus winning by cheating. They also discuss Zach Wheeler's current performance and potential blockbuster trade scenarios for elite quarterbacks like Joe Burrow or Lamar Jackson. The conversation concludes with an analysis of LeBron James joining the Sixers and how it impacts his legendary legacy.

Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP where the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows discuss reports that Alex Cora is the frontrunner to replace Don Mattingly unless the Phillies win the World Series. They examine the impact of Luis Arráez on the lineup and analyze a pivotal team meeting that improved batting discipline. Scott Franzke joins to break down the current winning streak and address concerns regarding Zach Wheeler's recent fatigue. 01:50 - Mattingly and Cora Rumors 12:15 - Arráez and Big Three 21:50 - Plate Approach Meeting Discussion 38:20 - Mets and Rival Concerns 54:55 - Scott Franzke Interview

Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP where the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows discuss reports that Alex Cora is the frontrunner to replace Don Mattingly unless the Phillies win the World Series. They examine the impact of Luis Arráez on the lineup and analyze a pivotal team meeting that improved batting discipline. Scott Franzke joins to break down the current winning streak and address concerns regarding Zach Wheeler's recent fatigue. 01:50 - Mattingly and Cora Rumors 12:15 - Arráez and Big Three 21:50 - Plate Approach Meeting Discussion 38:20 - Mets and Rival Concerns 54:55 - Scott Franzke Interview

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio react to the intense fan backlash following a viral training camp video of Quinyon Mitchell intercepting Jalen Hurts. They break down Zach Wheeler's recent struggles on the mound and debate the best approach for managing Bryce Harper's knee soreness. Hugh also revisits his past working at McDonald's before the duo previews a live training camp update. 01:04 - Hugh's Madonna Memories 02:17 - Viral Jalen Hurts Interception 15:41 - Zach Wheeler Pitching Concerns 20:25 - Managing Bryce Harper's Injury

Griffin Warner talks betting on Friday. Griffin Warner runs through a stacked Friday, August 7 Major League Baseball slate on Episode 80 of What I Bet, part of the Straight Outta Vegas AM Podcast feed, breaking down all 11 games at a moment when several rotations are still shifting in the wake of the trade deadline. He opens with the Mets sending Zach Thornton to Pittsburgh against Carmen Mlodzinski, reading the heavy under juice on the eight and a half total as a sign the market expects a Pirates bullpen game, especially with new arm Luke Weaver now closing and Mets closer Devin Williams sitting the last two nights. Griffin leans toward New York at plus 129 and likes the over, suggesting patience for a push to eight. He then covers Jose Soriano's Blue Jays debut against Zach Wheeler and the Phillies, preferring the Toronto run line at plus one and a half over the moneyline, and the first five under four and a half. Tyler Mahle's first start for the Braves against former teammate Max Fried in the Bronx draws Griffin's trust in the Atlanta bullpen despite a modest season, landing on the Braves at plus 134 and the under eight. He gives a brief look at the Athletics visiting a red hot Red Sox club before diving into the Angels and Marlins, where he backs Tyler Phillips and multiple unders against a struggling Los Angeles lineup. The show's strongest opinion arrives with the Guardians visiting the White Sox, where Griffin fades Parker Messick despite respecting his stuff, pointing to Cleveland's shaky bullpen, poor defense, and inability to hit with runners on, and lands on Chicago at plus 122 with unders on both the full game and first five totals. He explains why the Twins overspent caution at the deadline on players like Dean Kremer even as Zebby Matthews starts in Milwaukee, builds a live number on air for Kevin Gausman and the Cubs visiting Daniel Lynch and the Royals, and gives quick reads on the Rockies at the Cardinals and the Orioles at the Rangers, a series carrying real American League wild card weight against Nathan Eovaldi. Roki Sasaki and the Dodgers traveling to face Merrill Kelly and the Diamondbacks brings out Griffin's long standing support for Kelly, who he calls himself a stan of, with the Dodgers bullpen still sorting out closer Edwin Diaz's role working in Arizona's favor. He closes his game by game breakdown with Robbie Ray's Padres debut against Ronel Blanco and the Astros, and a Rays and Mariners matchup between Drew Rasmussen and Logan Gilbert that he calls arguably the best pitching matchup of the night. Before locking in his official pick, Griffin shares a Pregame dot com promo code, hit fifty, good for fifty dollars off Major League Baseball Second Half All Access, which runs through the World Series and drops from 349 dollars to 299 dollars through August 10. His official What I Bet best bet of the episode is the San Diego Padres at minus 120 over the Houston Astros, citing Robbie Ray's strong recent form, a deep Padres bullpen, and doubts about Houston's offense beyond Yordan Alvarez and Jeremy Pena. Throughout the episode Griffin threads in bigger picture storylines, from the Mets continuing to mash without Juan Soto to Cleveland's fall from first place, the Twins facing fan backlash over a quiet deadline, and a wide open American League wild card race where the Yankees and Red Sox look closer to locking up spots than everyone else chasing the final berth. It is a full rundown built for bettors looking for value across every window of the night, from first pitch runs to first five totals to closing numbers, delivered with the same mix of numbers and opinion that has made the show a daily stop for Major League Baseball bettors all season long, with new episodes covering every slate straight through the rest of the season and into the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Munaf Manji talks betting for Friday. Munaf Manji hosts Friday, August 7's Cash That Ticket on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed, opening with a recap of Thursday's card before working through a full slate of Major League Baseball betting angles for the night ahead. He reviews a winning Washington Nationals team total for Uncle Dave against Cristopher Sanchez and the Phillies, a tough loss on the Kansas City Royals despite a strong start from Bailey Ober for the Minnesota Twins and a solid outing from Michael Wacha, and touches on the grind of a rough recent stretch handicapping baseball across the industry. He also breaks down the NFL Hall of Fame Game, where rookie quarterback Haynes King led the Carolina Panthers to a 33 to 30 win over the Arizona Cardinals on a last second touchdown that blew well past the total, and shares a note that Garrett Crochet is expected back for the Boston Red Sox out of the bullpen rather than as a starter for now. He runs through the rest of Thursday's scores, including a marathon 13 inning win for the Red Sox over the White Sox, a blowout for Detroit over Seattle, and a Mets sweep of the Cleveland Guardians that included a difficult team debut for newly acquired starter Foster Griffin. From there Munaf builds out Friday's full card, starting with the Cincinnati Reds visiting the Washington Nationals in what looks like a bullpen day for Chase Petty against Cade Cavalli, with the Nationals offense cooling after trading Luis Garcia Junior to the Yankees and losing James Wood to injury. He covers Tyler Mahle's first start for the Atlanta Braves against former teammate Max Fried and the surging Yankees, and identifies the marquee matchup of the night as Parker Messick and the Cleveland Guardians visiting Noah Schultz and the division leading Chicago White Sox in a tightly bunched American League Central race. He also previews Roki Sasaki and the Los Angeles Dodgers visiting a struggling Merrill Kelly and the Arizona Diamondbacks, and Robbie Ray's San Diego Padres debut against Ronel Blanco and the Houston Astros, before running through quick hits on Jose Soriano's Toronto Blue Jays debut against Zach Wheeler and the Phillies, Payton Tolle and the Red Sox against Jack Perkins and the Athletics, Kevin Gausman's Chicago Cubs debut against the Royals, and the Cardinals hosting Ryan Feltner and the Rockies. Munaf highlights the biggest promotion of the year at Pregame dot com, where 20 dollars buys bettors 100 bulk dollars in credit, a 400 percent bonus that never expires and can be applied toward any picks package on the site. His official Cash That Ticket best bet of the night lands on the Cleveland Guardians at minus 136 on the moneyline over the Chicago White Sox, built around Parker Messick against a struggling Noah Schultz in a series carrying real weight for the division race, with Munaf noting that a Guardians win or sweep this weekend could pull Cleveland level with Chicago atop the American League Central depending on how the Minnesota Twins fare in their own series in Milwaukee. It is a full recap and preview built for bettors chasing value across totals, moneylines, and team props on a busy Friday slate, delivered with the same numbers driven, conversational approach that has made Cash That Ticket a daily stop for Major League Baseball bettors on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker get set for the Blue Jays' weekend series against the Philadelphia Phillies. They discuss how the Jays can attack Phillies starter Zach Wheeler in the opener and what to expect from José Soriano in his Blue Jays debut. Then, they look at the American League standings, the Jays' outlook in the Wild Card race, and whether the Red Sox are now the team to beat. Later, former Phillies GM and host of 'The Phillies Show' Ruben Amaro Jr. stops by (27:28) to share his early impressions of deadline addition Luis Arráez, why the team has been so streaky in 2026, and where Bryce Harper stands among the franchise's all-time greatest players. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Griffin Warner talks betting for Monday. Griffin Warner runs through the full July 27 Major League Baseball card on this episode of What I Bet, part of the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed on Pregame.com, arriving with a betting record of 4 and 1 in his last 5, 8 and 3 in his last 11, 10 and 4 in his last 14, and 13 and 6 in his last 19, even after a tough Friday loss on the Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs game that unraveled in extra innings once Pittsburgh's bullpen got exposed. He opens by flagging the first trade of deadline season, the Boston Red Sox sending a young pitching prospect out for a veteran infielder just days after the club tied a franchise record with a 15 game winning streak, one of the longest runs in team history. From there Griffin works through all 11 games on Monday's slate, starting with an early afternoon window between the Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers that got pushed up because of World Cup activity around the ballpark complex in the Dallas area. Seattle enters off a dramatic comeback win Sunday behind a go ahead three run homer from Dominic Canzone, and Griffin questions how Texas has been using its bullpen arms in high leverage spots. He breaks down George Kirby against Kumar Rocker, the movement on Seattle's price, and why the Rangers as home underdogs along with the game total look like the most interesting angles. Next comes a deep look at Philadelphia hosting Miami, with Zach Wheeler opposing Tyler Phillips, Griffin's long standing trust in Wheeler, and the fallout from a physical Yankees series that left New York banged up heading into the week. He touches on Philadelphia's aging roster, its fifth starter search, and lands on the under as his preferred angle. The show continues through Arizona visiting Pittsburgh with Merrill Kelly on the mound, Baltimore traveling to Detroit still shaking off a gutting extra inning loss to Atlanta, Max Scherzer returning from injury to face his former club in Washington, the Mets hosting Atlanta with a rookie chasing his second win, a Battle of Ohio matchup between Cleveland and Cincinnati, the Yankees visiting a surprising White Sox club atop the American League Central, Houston visiting the Angels, Boston traveling to face an Athletics team getting a key bat back from injury, and Milwaukee closing the card in San Francisco. Along the way Griffin shares live odds movement, first five inning numbers, bullpen availability notes, and the reasoning behind each lean, all delivered in his usual direct, conversational style. He wraps the card breakdown with a rundown of the current Pregame.com promo code before delivering his official What I Bet best bet of the day, a lean built around trusting a proven arm even at a reduced number. Whether you are tracking totals, first five inning props, or straight sides, this episode covers the entire Monday board in one sitting, with the kind of matchup context and injury notes that shape sharp, informed betting decisions across a full slate of Major League Baseball action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Munaf Manji talks betting for Monday. A new week of baseball betting opens with a full breakdown of the Monday MLB card, starting with a look back at a tough finish to last week when a Diamondbacks team total fell one run short, and rolling into a heavy dose of Sunday scoring across the league that set up several of Monday's angles, including a detailed look at how teams coming off Sunday Night Baseball perform in their next game on the road, a trend that has favored the over at a rate above seventy percent across multiple seasons and puts a red hot Phillies offense in a fascinating spot against a Miami Marlins team that has dropped twelve straight games, with Zach Wheeler's dominant season and long track record against Miami weighed against Tyler Phillips and his much stronger home numbers, landing on a total rather than a side. From there the card moves to Pittsburgh, where a shaky Merrill Kelly has quietly turned things around over his last four outings while Mitch Keller continues to struggle at home and at night, pointing toward a first five innings total with an eye on rain chances around first pitch. The headline matchup of the day sends Max Scherzer back to the mound for Toronto after more than a month and a half on the injured list, and his rough underlying numbers this season, paired with a well worn trend of fading pitchers fresh off the injured list and a Washington offense that just put up double digit runs, form the basis of the day's featured best bet on the Nationals team total. Atlanta and New York also get a full look, with Ronald Acuna Jr still working back from a leg issue and Juan Soto sidelined for a month or more, while Mets starter Zach Thornton has quietly turned in one of the best individual seasons in the rotation despite getting almost no run support, setting up a first five innings lean toward New York. Out west, Houston and the Angels both trot out starters who have battled control issues all year, suggesting a game that could be decided by which lineup stays patient and draws walks rather than which arm dominates, with a lean toward the total and a slight preference for the home side. A quick tour through the rest of the schedule touches on a heavy favorite in Cincinnati, the Yankees rolling into Chicago as a big favorite, and matchups on the west coast rounding out the night, before closing with a reminder about a football season ticket package covering every pick through the Super Bowl and National Championship for a flat price using a promo code. The episode wraps with the day's single best bet, a team total angle built on a struggling former ace returning from injury and an offense trending in the right direction, delivered in the same straightforward, numbers first style that runs through the rest of the breakdown, mixing pitcher splits, home and road trends, and situational betting angles into one complete rundown of everything worth knowing before locking in a Monday ticket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 8am hour, the WIP Morning Team analyze the Phillies' costly baserunning errors during their matchup with the Dodgers, specifically critiquing J.T. Realmuto and Justin Crawford. They also get into the latest rumors surrounding LeBron James' free agency and his potential fit with Joel Embiid on the Sixers. The segment also features Saquon Barkley's reaction to a scary home invasion and Zach Wheeler's comments regarding his retirement plans. 01:50 - LeBron James Decision Drama 19:00 - Phillies Managerial Style Analysis 28:04 - Saquon Barkley Home Invasion 35:50 - Zach Wheeler Retirement 47:40 - LeBron and Embiid Pairing 01:01:55 - Jalen Hurts Contract

Griffin Warner talks betting for Tuesday. Griffin Warner runs through a full board of Major League Baseball lines on the July 21st episode of What I Bet, part of the Straight Out of Vegas AM podcast feed, working game by game across a slate that stands as the only major action on the calendar with the World Cup finished and European soccer still weeks away. He opens by noting a strong recent run of picks, then works through a value spot on the Dodgers as a plus-money road underdog in Philadelphia against Zach Wheeler, a Twins-Guardians rematch in Cleveland following a five-home run outburst, a look at Bubba Chandler and the Pirates catching a diminished Yankees lineup in the Bronx, and a plan to keep fading a struggling Kevin Gausman in Toronto. He breaks down why the Orioles carry value in Boston against a Red Sox club working a starter back from injury, why the Padres are getting more plus-money than expected in Atlanta, and how a Brandon Sproat storyline shapes his lean in the Mets-Brewers total. He spends extended time explaining why he wants nothing to do with the San Francisco Giants' defense in Kansas City, along with looks at the Tigers, Marlins, White Sox, a massive total in Colorado, a first-five under in Anaheim, and continued concerns about the Seattle offense heading into a matchup with Cincinnati. Along the way he details a promo code offering listeners a discount on his season-long Major League Baseball coverage. The episode closes with his Best Bet of the show, a play on the Kansas City Royals built around fading the Giants entirely, capping a detailed, game-by-game walkthrough of everything moving on the baseball board that day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pat Boyle and Kate Constable break down tonight's Major League Baseball slate, including Zach Wheeler taking the mound for the Phillies against the star studded Dodgers, can the Blue Jays begin a playoff push as they take on the Rays, and the red hot Brewers hosting the Mets.

Pat Boyle and Kate Constable break down tonight's Major League Baseball slate, including Zach Wheeler taking the mound for the Phillies against the star studded Dodgers, can the Blue Jays begin a playoff push as they take on the Rays, and the red hot Brewers hosting the Mets.

The Home Run Derby gave us plenty to talk about this year. Netflix took its first swing at broadcasting the event, Jordan Walker's winning home run sparked controversy over the missing magenta ball, and Bryce Harper thinks it's time to bring aluminum bats to the Derby. We also dive into Harper's unexpected dispute with FanDuel after a personalized Cameo video was allegedly used to market to a chronic gambler, plus the wild story of a former Las Vegas Little League president accused of spending league funds on strip clubs, gambling, PlayStation games, and even ED medication. On the soccer side, FIFA is already talking about expanding the World Cup to 64 teams, we react to the possibility of an all-heavyweight World Cup Final, and break down the pettiest player release announcement you'll ever see from a Brazilian club. We also discuss: - Is Louisiana cooking up a pyramid scheme for LSU's NIL funding? - Why Washington athletics expects to lose $16 million. - Paul Skenes getting called a future Yankee. - Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro's Summer League altercation. - The Hurricanes owner putting his entire family on the Stanley Cup. - Sip, Chug, Drainpour featuring baseball's best plays and the worst ways to get taken out by an aluminum bat. Jump to your favorite moment: 00:00:00 Introduction | How was your sports weekend? 00:04:46 Oatmeal Cream Pie Ice Cream Sammies 00:08:25 What's in your mug? 00:12:17 Netflix had their first crack at the Home Run Derby, and it was...fine. 00:17:03 The roster for the 90s HR Derbys was so much better than what we get now 00:19:48 The Home Run Derby is turning into the Dunk Contest with the lack of star power 00:21:07 Controversy in the Home Run Derby: Jordan Walker didn't get a magenta ball in the final round 00:23:24 Zach Wheeler snubs the All-Star Game. Was his vacation already booked? Or was the bonus not enough? 00:27:27 Bryce Harper wants guys swinging aluminum bats in the Home Run Derby 00:30:48 Sip, Chug, Drainpour - Better way to go out: Fly ball from an aluminum bat drops on your head, one hopper at the hot corner takes you out, come backer to the mound from an aluminum bat decimates you? 00:32:23 Bryce Harper duped into filming a video for FanDuel for a chronic gambler 00:38:51 How spicy do you go at an Indian food place? | Mookie's horrible first date idea 00:43:36 Little League President in Las Vegas steals $64k and spends it on strip clubs, ED meds, PlayStation games, and gambling 00:51:36 ScottSki45 Stat of the Week: 2 lead-off inside-the-park-homeruns in one season?! 00:54:07 Sip, Chug, Drainpour - Amazing baseball plays: Inside-the-park-home-run, triple play, stealing home 01:02:10 Interviewer calls Skenes a future Yankee 01:04:06 FIFA is expanding the World Cup to 64 teams 01:10:50 Is an all chalk World Cup final kind of crappy? 01:12:42 Brazilian soccer team announces the cutting of a player in the most petty way possible 01:16:17 Mookie rants about Tim Ream and Matt Freese 01:20:21 Is Louisiana about to introduce a pyramid scheme to help raise NIL money for LSU? 01:26:34 Washington athletics is going to operate $16M in the red, and you can't blame it on athletes making money 01:28:26 Can we get Sarah McLachlan ads for the MLB owners and college athletics programs crying poor? 01:30:21 Bam Adebayo sucker punched Tyler Herro in Vegas 01:35:51 Carolina Hurricanes owner puts his kids names on the Stanley Cup 01:41:00 Beer recap 01:42:22 This was a show 01:42:36 Outro

Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz return to Citizens Bank Park to debate the rumors of LeBron James potentially joining the 76ers. Spike argues that the cultural baggage of LeBron is too high a price for a championship, while Ike is more open to the idea for the sake of winning. They also discuss Zach Wheeler declining his All-Star spot.

Shane Victorino weighed in over the weekend saying he would have said yes to the All-Star game if he were in Zach Wheeler's situation. The 94 WIP Morning Show debates if it was the right decision for Wheeler to say no.

Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie break down Michael Irvin's bold appearance at McGillin's Olde Ale House wearing a Cowboys jersey and the historical snub of Zach Wheeler from the All-Star game. They also dive into rumors about LeBron James potentially avoiding a pairing with Joel Embiid and get an update on Shane Victorino's take on the Phillies' ace. 02:03 - Michael Irvin at McGillin's 05:02 - Phillies All-Star Snubs 07:14 - Victorino on Zach Wheeler 09:38 - Jon Ritchie's Pro Bowl Memory 14:16 - Wheeler's Hall of Fame Case 19:59 - Farmer Jon's Vacation 23:01 - LeBron James Sixers Rumors 26:38 - Embiid and LeBron Fit 33:44 - Gage Wood Futures Game 39:15 - T.O. on A.J. Brown

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio analyze Bryce Harper's recent statement regarding a controversial FanDuel promotion involving a personalized Cameo video. They also debate Jalen Hurts' ranking as the 17th best quarterback in the NFL and discuss Zach Wheeler's decision to skip the All-Star Game. Finally, they examine Tom Brady's insights on managing emotional wide receivers like A.J. Brown. 02:37 - Harper's FanDuel Statement 08:43 - Debating Bryce's Ignorance 14:11 - Hurts Ranking Debate 25:30 - Wheeler Skips All-Star 37:47 - Hurts Versus Wheeler 45:40 - Brady On Diva Receivers

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas discuss Zach Wheeler's controversial decision to decline an All-Star invitation after initially feeling slighted by Major League Baseball. They also break down a report detailing LeBron James' hesitance to play with Joel Embiid due to injury concerns and react to Jalen Hurts being ranked 17th on ESPN's latest quarterback list. 01:42 - Midday Show Open 03:41 - Wheeler Declines All-Star Invite 12:08 - Victorino On Wheeler Decision 20:04 - Fan Feedback On Wheeler 25:22 - Home Run Derby Preview 35:54 - Jeff On Wheeler Pettiness 47:43 - LeBron James Philly Interest 51:32 - Wheeler Pride Versus Honor 58:58 - Victorino On Wheeler Honor 01:15:00 - Schwarber And Harper Derby 01:22:40 - Jeff Joins Wheeler Discussion 01:40:02 - LeBron James Trade Rumors 01:48:03 - Trading Embiid For LeBron 02:04:39 - ESPN Quarterback Rankings Review 02:09:17 - Jalen Hurts Ranked Seventeen 02:25:26 - Trade Candidate Spencer Steer 02:31:05 - Phillies Weekend Series Recap 02:36:31 - Fan Call On LeBron 02:58:12 - Conor McGregor Injury Reaction 03:05:02 - Final Segment And Responses

The Dawn Stensland Show opens up with a comprehensive debrief on Pennsylvania's newly signed 2026-27 state budget. State Senator Tracy Pennycook joins the program to share insider perspective from Harrisburg, celebrating a long-overdue cost of living adjustment (COLA) for retired first responders who haven't seen a pension increase in over two decades. However, the crew reacts sharply to the billions in unused funds being clawed back from government agencies—a clear sign that the state is actively overtaxing its citizens. Dawn argues that Governor Josh Shapiro is playing politics with Pennsylvania's energy dominance, locking residents into higher electric bills to appease environmentalists and secure out-of-state political favors instead of unleashing the natural gas right under our feet. The conversation shifts to the ongoing crisis in the public education system, specifically looking at the staggering $25,000 to $30,000 spent per child in Philadelphia despite abysmal reading and math scores. Senator Pennycook presses for extreme accountability, highlighting how underperforming students are simply passed to the next grade rather than being held back or sent to mandatory summer school. The team champions school choice and expanding the EITC program, arguing that tax dollars must follow the child so parents can escape failing districts and force public institutions to compete for the best educators. Later in the episode, the crew welcomes Frank Scales and Ian McGinnis from Surge Philly to dissect their intense weekend covering the 250th Independence Day festivities and recent pride events. The journalists share wild footage of a confrontation in Washington, D.C., where an aggressive Antifa mob and a hypocritical "First Amendment Squad" of metropolitan police actively impeded conservative media coverage on public property. The team breaks down the deeply unsettling double standards of the political left, exposing the dangerous rhetoric of individuals celebrating the passing of conservative champions like Lindsey Graham, while illustrating how a complete lack of dialogue directly paves the way for political violence. Finally, the guys bring some sports talk to the table, backing Phillies pitcher Zach Wheeler's bold decision to reject a late MLB All-Star invitation after being disrespectfully snubbed for initial selection.

Broadcast live from Chickie's & Pete's for National Crab Fry Day, they debate whether the Sixers actually need LeBron James to secure a championship. Harold Reynolds joins the program to discuss Zach Wheeler's All-Star snub and the significance of the HBCU Swingman Classic. Discussion also covers Brandon Graham's insight on Jalen Hurts' chemistry with his receivers and Bryce Harper's Home Run Derby ideas. 01:50 - National Crab Fry Day 03:10 - Do Sixers Need LeBron? 10:00 - LeBron's Best Potential Lineup 15:00 - Sixers Title Contender Status 24:30 - Harper Enters Home Run Derby 37:50 - Pitching To LeBron James 52:40 - Harold Reynolds Interview 57:40 - Phillies Pitching Excellence 01:05:10 - Schwarber Derby Rumors 01:23:25 - Rich Paul On Maxey 01:41:50 - Scott Franski Interview 01:50:15 - Marlins Division Threat 02:12:00 - Brandon Graham On Hurts 02:32:10 - Phillies Trade Resumes 02:35:30 - Mickey Moniac Return Discussion 03:04:15 - Pete Scirocchi Joins Program 03:09:30 - Hernandez Bloodline Rant

Brodes and TK broadcast live from Delco to discuss the bombshell possibility of LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers. They analyze Bob Myers' public pitch to the star and debate whether Joel Embiid's silence on social media signals a massive roster overhaul. They also react to Zach Wheeler's dominant performance following his MLB All-Star Game snub.

Brodes and TK analyze LeBron James' potential arrival in Philadelphia following a high-profile podcast appearance by Bob Myers and Rich Paul. They weigh the basketball fit of the 76ers' new-look roster against LeBron's possible desire for a hero return to Cleveland. The discussion also covers Zach Wheeler's All-Star snub and James Harden's role in the unfolding NBA free agency drama.

Brodes and TK dive into Zach Wheeler's frustration over being snubbed from the MLB All-Star Game due to a controversial pitching rule. They tackle the polarizing debate regarding LeBron James potentially joining the Sixers, questioning why some fans fear the hoopla over a championship. The discussion also covers the Flyers' pursuit of Leo Carlsson.

Joe and Hugh analyze Zach Wheeler being bypassed for the All-Star legend pick and the controversy surrounding the MLB selection process. They also field calls regarding LeBron James' potential move to the Sixers and a heated comparison between Jalen Carter and Fletcher Cox. 01:54 - Wheeler All-Star Snub 08:04 - Leo Carlsson Update 08:13 - LeBron James To Philly 12:13 - Jalen Carter Vs Cox 15:34 - Jalen Hurts QB Ranking

Brad Evans and Pat Boyle discuss the Philadelphia Phillies allowing Zach Wheeler to pitch in the All-Star Game just two days after he takes the mound for the team, and if this could be something that comes back to bite them. Plus, is Don Mattingly a Hall of Famer?

C-Lo's final update of the day has Aaron Boone announcing the Yankees All-Stars. Also, Zack Wheeler not happy to be left off the All-Star roster, saying, ‘It pisses me off'. Charles Barkley talked about Jaylen Brown to the Sixers, which he thought was a fake story. He also talked about declining the invite to the Taylor Swift wedding. A caller said Cody Bellinger always looks high. The Moment of The Day: Did you forget what it's like to like women?

In the 8am hour, the WIP Morning Teams break down Zach Wheeler's verbal shot at MLB following his All-Star game exclusion. They also discuss Bob Myers' public case for LeBron James joining the 76ers and evaluate whether Jalen Hurts needs to run more for the Eagles to be successful. 01:50 - Bob Myers Pitches LeBron 06:54 - Debating Eagles 15:13 - Phillies Interference Play 25:57 - Zach Wheeler Slams All-Star Snub 34:17 - Bob Myers' Strategy for LeBron 47:37 - LeBron Plans and Embiid Health 58:56 - Examining MLB Sunday Pitching Rule

Hugh Douglas and Joe Gilliard react to Zach Wheeler's frustrations over an MLB rule that prevents him from pitching in the All-Star Game due to his rotation schedule. They also discuss Jalen Brown's surprising family connection to AJ Brown and evaluate a caller's elaborate plan to recruit LeBron James to the Sixers. Additionally, Hugh shares a cautionary tale about the caffeine levels in coffee-flavored ice cream. 01:24 - Hugh's Clues: Ice Cream 02:56 - Jalen and AJ Brown Cousins 06:35 - Analyzing Controversial Baseball Plays 11:48 - Recruiting LeBron to Philadelphia 19:40 - Zach Wheeler's All-Star Grievances

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio debate if LeBron James is legitimately considering the 76ers or simply using Philadelphia for leverage. They also explore the exclusion of Zach Wheeler from the All-Star Game, prompting a bold suggestion that Jesús Luzardo should step aside for the Phillies ace. 01:22 - LeBron James to Sixers? 06:27 - LeBron to Philly Trap 11:55 - Embiid and Wheeler Snub 14:51 - Luzardo Give Up Spot 20:34 - Hugh's Clues Prize Giveaway

Mitch Evans and Sandra Golden discuss the Atlanta Hawks' performance in the Summer League, highlighting standouts like Henry Vaisar and Zuby Ejiofor. They also preview upcoming World Cup matches in Atlanta and review Zach Wheeler's comments on his All-Star snub. 01:20 - World Cup Schedule Highlights 03:40 - Hawks Summer League Recap 04:55 - Evaluating Henry Vaisar 09:23 - Jonathan Kuminga Rumors 10:46 - Jalen Brunson Surgery News 14:38 - Hawks Front Office Hire 17:25 - Deion Sanders Media Day 19:35 - Zach Wheeler All-Star Snub 23:43 - United Airlines Baggage Policy 29:28 - Three Strikes Caller Segment

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler open their Tuesday, July 7, 2026 show by revisiting Monday's card, where a first five innings call on Atlanta cashed even as the Braves bullpen later surrendered an eleven run ninth inning, while a three star Dodgers team total over covered a wild extra innings win over the Rockies. From there the two work through a full Tuesday baseball slate, starting with Milwaukee and St Louis opening a day night doubleheader behind Jacob Misiorowski, before turning to a headline matchup between the Chicago Cubs and Baltimore Orioles, where Matthew Boyd opposes Shane Baz. Both hosts lean toward Chicago after examining Boyd's strong run support and Baz's fly ball tendencies coming off a heavy pitch count start. The conversation moves to Sacramento's trip to Detroit, where J.T. Ginn faces Tarik Skubal, with the hosts split between concerns over Ginn's recent home run rate and Skubal's own workload questions after a 104 pitch outing. Atlanta's visit to Pittsburgh draws a long discussion of both bullpens, with Hurston Waldrep opposing Paul Skenes, and Munaf ultimately backing the Pirates on the money line despite a rough recent stretch for the Pittsburgh ace. Boston and the Chicago White Sox follow, with Payton Tolle against Noah Schultz, and both hosts landing on the home underdog White Sox given a hot recent stretch and command questions surrounding Tolle. A rapid tour of the rest of the card touches Arizona and San Diego, Cleveland and Minnesota, Seattle's trip to Miami, and a Houston and Washington matchup featuring Tatsuya Imai and Andrew Alvarez, along with starts from Zach Wheeler, Trevor McDonald and Michael Lorenzen. After a quick mention of a new Pregame.com discount code, the show pivots to football for the latest entry in its NFL win total series, a detailed breakdown of the Pittsburgh Steelers heading into 2026. The hosts walk through an offseason that brought a new head coach in Mike McCarthy, the return of Aaron Rodgers for a final season, and a retooled receiving corps built around DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr, Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth. Weighing an accomplished pass rush duo in TJ Watt and Alex Highsmith against an aging offensive line and a defense leaning on veterans, both hosts land on the over for Pittsburgh's eight and a half win total, pointing to a favorable schedule and a division full of first year coaching staffs. The episode closes with Tuesday's best bets, an over in the Arizona and San Diego game from Dave and a Marlins money line pick from Munaf built around a dominant home pitching performance, before the two tease Wednesday's show and its look at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buster says a No. 2 starter must be at the top of Alex Anthopoulos' list as the trade deadline nears. We also discuss Ozzie Albies & Matt Olson becoming All-Star starters, Michael Harris getting snubbed, and the incredible start to Junior Caminero's career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 94 WIP Morning Show debates whether Philadelphia's 250th anniversary July 4th celebration lived up to the hype given the weather challenges and planning choices. The discussion covers the 76ers' potential pursuit of LeBron James and the value of a Jaylen Brown trade. Finally, they critique the decision to leave Zach Wheeler off the MLB All-Star roster in favor of Logan Webb. 01:00 - Philly July 4th Recap 08:49 - Sixers LeBron Speculation 12:31 - Non-Sports Movie Scenes 16:00 - Jaylen Brown Trade Discussion 20:18 - Wheeler All-Star Snub

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio break down the Phillies' five All-Star selections while questioning Zach Wheeler's controversial snub. They also dive into the rumors surrounding LeBron James joining the Sixers and speculate on Joel Embiid's curious silence following a reported trade.

The WIP Morning, Midday, and Afternoon Shows weigh a bold trade proposal to swap Trea Turner for Ranger Suárez to stabilize the rotation. They analyze Aaron Nola's performance and Zach Wheeler's disagreement with manager Don Mattingly regarding a premature hook. Phillies legend Jimmy Rollins also joins the program to talk heart health and the team's pursuit of the NL East title. 01:50 - Aaron Nola Rotation Issues 06:00 - Turner For Suárez Proposal 16:10 - Ruben Amaro Pitching Talk 26:25 - Catching The Atlanta Braves 36:00 - Larry Anderson Bullpen Insight 51:40 - Wheeler and Mattingly Dispute 01:00:40 - Jimmy Rollins Heart Health

The WIP Morning, Midday, and Afternoon Shows weigh a bold trade proposal to swap Trea Turner for Ranger Suárez to stabilize the rotation. They analyze Aaron Nola's performance and Zach Wheeler's disagreement with manager Don Mattingly regarding a premature hook. Phillies legend Jimmy Rollins also joins the program to talk heart health and the team's pursuit of the NL East title. 01:50 - Aaron Nola Rotation Issues 06:00 - Turner For Suárez Proposal 16:10 - Ruben Amaro Pitching Talk 26:25 - Catching The Atlanta Braves 36:00 - Larry Anderson Bullpen Insight 51:40 - Wheeler and Mattingly Dispute 01:00:40 - Jimmy Rollins Heart Health

The WIP Morning, Midday, and Afternoon Shows weigh a bold trade proposal to swap Trea Turner for Ranger Suárez to stabilize the rotation. They analyze Aaron Nola's performance and Zach Wheeler's disagreement with manager Don Mattingly regarding a premature hook. Phillies legend Jimmy Rollins also joins the program to talk heart health and the team's pursuit of the NL East title. 01:50 - Aaron Nola Rotation Issues 06:00 - Turner For Suárez Proposal 16:10 - Ruben Amaro Pitching Talk 26:25 - Catching The Atlanta Braves 36:00 - Larry Anderson Bullpen Insight 51:40 - Wheeler and Mattingly Dispute 01:00:40 - Jimmy Rollins Heart Health

Joe, John, and James analyze the massive acquisition of Jaylen Brown and how it shifts the NBA landscape in Philadelphia. The conversation covers potential chemistry issues with LeBron James, Malik Tillman's incredible World Cup goal, and Zach Wheeler's intense competitive drive with the Phillies. 01:55 - Jaylen Brown Parkway Parade Idea 06:31 - LeBron and Jaylen Brown Relationship 09:53 - Paul George vs Jaylen Brown 12:25 - Malik Tillman World Cup Goal 18:42 - Boston Fans Distraught Over Trade 21:57 - Zach Wheeler and Phillies Pitching 29:03 - Shams on LeBron's Next Home 31:10 - Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift Wedding 37:18 - Joel Embiid Health Concerns 43:34 - Boston Radio Reaction Audio

Joe and the crew on WIP react to the stunning news of Jaylen Brown joining the 76ers and debate if pursuing LeBron James is the right move for the franchise. They also discuss Zach Wheeler's visible frustration with Don Mattingly after an early exit in the Phillies' win over the Pirates. Between calls regarding 4th of July patriotism, they weigh the pros and cons of Claude Giroux potentially returning to the Flyers. 01:48 - Wheeler Fumes After Exit 06:37 - Team USA World Cup Success 10:03 - Analyzing Jalen Brown Trade 15:18 - Patriotic Feelings and Callers 21:33 - Celtics Reaction to Trade 27:22 - Interest in LeBron James 36:48 - Brown Statistical Fit Debate 43:41 - Perkins Slams Boston Trade 47:07 - Mattingly Pulling Zack Wheeler

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio react to the blockbuster acquisition of Jalen Brown, analyzing how the 76ers successfully finessed the Celtics to pair a Finals MVP with Joel Embiid. They also explore tension between Zach Wheeler and manager Don Mattingly following an early pitching exit. Jimmy Rollins joins to discuss heart health and provide insight into the Phillies' second-half outlook.

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio break down the friction between Zach Wheeler and Don Mattingly following an early pitching exit. Former Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins joins to discuss his 'Playing with Heart' campaign and the team's current hot streak.

The WIP Morning Team gets you ready for the Phillies pitching duel scheduled for tonight and then ends the show the way they always do by listening to your voicemails from the Time's Yours line on the Eagles, Dean Wade, LeBron James and Cristopher Sanchez.

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio react to Ben Simmons' recent interview where he discussed a potential NBA comeback and his interest in returning to Philadelphia. They also debate whether Shohei Ohtani deserves to start the All-Star Game over Phillies pitchers Zach Wheeler and Cristopher Sánchez. Additionally, they break down the news of LeBron James becoming a free agent and rank the worst contracts in Philadelphia sports. 02:05 - Intro And All-Star Debate 08:06 - LeBron James Free Agency 12:25 - Hugh's Clues Arby's Contest 18:16 - Philly Sports Contract Rankings 29:08 - Ben Simmons Comeback Interview 35:01 - CJGJ Slams Eagles Decisions 44:57 - Aaron Nola Performance Review

Hugh Douglas faces heat for leaving Phillies ace Zach Wheeler off his list of the top 11 Philadelphia athletes, leading to a debate about his 'Hold the Line' mentality. The segment also touches on Brennan Soresby's supplemental draft prospects, Jalen Hurts' leadership, and a viral Philly fan taking on Knicks supporters. 03:12 - Hugh's Top 11 List Controversies 07:05 - Twitter Poll Results Analysis 07:47 - Soresby Red Flags and Accountability 09:14 - NFL Supplemental Draft Predictions 12:01 - Defending Jalen Hurts Offseason 13:45 - Top 11 Athlete Rankings Unveiled 17:28 - Listener Calls on Soresby 19:13 - Value of Elite Quarterbacks 26:15 - Philly Fan vs Knicks Crowd 37:38 - Flyers Goaltending and All-Stars

The Midday Show evaluate the Phillies' sweep of the Padres, focusing on the elite pitching duo of Zach Wheeler and Christopher Sanchez. They clash over the AJ Brown trade as callers demand Hugh apologize for his long-standing belief that the receiver would stay in Philadelphia. The conversation also dives into locker room dynamics and Jalen Hurts' ability to lead the offense without his top target. 01:50 - Phillies Sweep Padres 05:40 - Phillies Pitching Excellence 09:20 - Hugh's Apology Deadline 14:05 - Receiver Trade Comparisons 28:35 - Analyzing Brown's Interview 38:30 - Media Source Speculation 44:40 - Hurts Performance Critique

Griffin Warner talk betting for Friday. Griffin Warner is back on the What I Bet podcast with one of the most loaded Friday cards of the season, covering a Champions League final preview, a potential series-ending Game 5 in the NHL Eastern Conference Finals, and a full fourteen-game Major League Baseball slate from first pitch to the night's marquee showdown in Los Angeles. Warner opens with a quick look at Arsenal and PSG preparing to meet in Hungary on Saturday, noting that both clubs play a possession-dominant style that would make the final an exercise in control and patience. The hockey segment takes center stage early as Warner dissects the situation facing the Montreal Canadiens, who arrived in Carolina as a plus 199 money line underdog trying to avoid elimination after a dominant Game 1 gave way to three straight losses. He walks through the series odds, the compressed total of 5.5 at nearly even juice, and the possession dynamics that have kept Montreal trapped in their own zone, comparing Carolina's shot-volume approach to the ball-control philosophy of the two Champions League finalists. His clearest hockey lean is the under, supported by a secondary interest in Montreal's puck line at plus 1.5. The baseball analysis begins with Atlanta and Grant Holmes visiting Cincinnati and Chris Paddock, where Warner leans over, before working through Lucas Giolito's road start for San Diego against Washington and the potential value in the Nationals as a home underdog given their surprising offensive output. Pittsburgh and the long-awaited return of Jared Jones from internal brace surgery draws a careful look against Taj Bradley and Minnesota, with Warner favoring the under given Jones's extended absence and bullpen volatility on both sides. The Miami Marlins and Max Meyer visiting Freddy Peralta and the Mets produce an under lean consistent with a matchup Warner faded successfully the previous week. He moves through Walbert Ureña and Los Angeles at Tampa, Boston's minor league call-up visiting Cleveland and Slade Cecconi, Shōta Imanaga and the Cubs visiting St. Louis, Troy Melton and a struggling Detroit team road-favored against the White Sox and Erick Fedde, Stephen Kolek on a post-complete-game fade against MacKenzie Gore in Texas, Coleman Crow on the road for Milwaukee in Houston against Kai-Wei Teng, Logan Webb and the Giants visiting Colorado where Warner leans over and toward the Rockies, Carlos Rodón and the Yankees at the Sacramento Athletics and Luis Severino, Zac Gallen and Arizona at Seattle in a stay-away situation, and finally Zach Wheeler and the Phillies arriving in Los Angeles as plus 103 road underdogs against Justin Wrobleski, where Warner leans to Philadelphia as a coin-flip spot with positive expected value. The What I Bet Best Bet lands on the Cleveland Guardians and Slade Cecconi at minus 115, a number that climbed from minus 113 during the recording session as confirmation of the direction. Use promo code GRIFFIN50 at Pregame.com to save fifty dollars on Griffin Warner's all-access package through the MLB All-Star break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys check in with Larry Andersen to discuss the Phillies hot streak under Don Mattingly, Zach Wheeler's dominant return to the rotation, and much more!

The single-elite-pitch era is closing out. Hitters caught up. Flatter swings, simpler load patterns, machine prep against any movement profile, and the discipline to ride out their front side mean a 70-grade four-seamer alone doesn't survive third time through the order anymore. The new edge is repertoire.Trevor and Dan break down why pitching development has shifted toward stacking multiple fastballs at the same velocity. Zach Wheeler throws three. Paul Skenes throws three. Cam Schlittler, Peyton Tolle, Davis Martin, Christopher Sanchez — all riding multi-fastball mixes that defeat the single-pitch sit. The conversation moves through tunneling, weak contact and stolen strikes as the new market inefficiencies, why Stuff+ models miss repertoire interaction, and Corbin Burns as the canonical case study where a "below-average" sinker existed to make a 120-grade cutter play.Chapters00:00 — Open / Mother's Day intro01:53 — The multi-fastball trend: Soriano, Schlittler, Joe Ryan, Peyton Tolle02:22 — The Zach Wheeler model: why hitters caught up, and the Trajekt machine03:58 — Mizorowski as the velocity outlier04:58 — Christopher Sanchez: when even an elite pitch starts getting hunted07:22 — Corbin Burns: cutter as the engine, sinker as the steal12:46 — The two missed market inefficiencies: weak contact and stolen strikes16:48 — Peyton Tolley: adding a C-grade sinker to make a 70-grade four-seamer play21:54 — Davis Martin: 60% fastball, three variations, nothing graded above average, sub-2 ERA23:19 — Joey Volcheck and Georgia: the trend reaching college baseball24:40 — IPitch / Trajekt: how hitter prep changed the math32:17 — Multi-fastball relievers: Vodnik, Mejia, Perkins41:22 — The Stuff+ blind spot: how do you grade repertoire interaction?51:00 — Closing thoughts