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The Phillies do not want to see August end. Winners of 13 of 15 after sweeping the Angels in Los Angeles, the Phils begin a key week of baseball with MLB playoff implications. John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh discuss Andrew Painter's solid follow-up start, Zack Wheeler getting back on track, Cristopher Sanchez' outstanding outing and a weekend full of heroic moments for Edmundo Sosa. Also, John and Justin discuss some major moves by the Phillies' front office to revamp their player development system.
James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies sweep of the Angels over the weekend discuss how encouraged they were by Zack Wheeler's start on Sunday. The guys also go in-depth on Bryce Harper's red-hot month of August and the bullpen's performance in recent weeks. Presented by Miller Lite.
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
Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong leads off today's slate following a massive performance that headlines an action-packed day of studs, duds, and injury news. Corey Pieper breaks down a standout display from one of baseball's electric young stars, a flurry of high-profile activations and call-ups, the weekly Waiver Wire segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. Pete Crow-Armstrong headlines the top performers in a stellar studs column alongside Sal Stewart, Elly De La Cruz, Tarik Skubal, Jackson Kent, Brady House, Jackson Merrill, Dylan Cease, George Springer, Ronald Acuna Jr., Logan Henderson, Jake Bauers, Quinn Mathews, Tim Tawa, Jake Bennett, Blake Snell, Andrew Benintendi, Jose Soriano, Nolan McLean, Yordan Alvarez, Chandler Simpson, Jackson Chourio, Andrew Alvarez, Will Warren, Austin Wells, Paul Goldschmidt, Tyler Mahle, Max Scherzer, Parker Messick, Jose Ramirez, Chase DeLauter, Ezequiel Duran, Zebby Matthews, Gunnar Henderson, Michael Wacha dueling Tanner Bibee, Hunter Brown facing Christian Scott, Cam Schlittler matching up with Patrick Sandoval, Andrew Painter dueling Reid Detmers, Brandon Young battling Jacob Lopez, Merrill Kelly facing Matt Wilkinson, Shane Drohan dueling Cal Quantrill, Cristopher Sanchez matching up with Ryan Johnson, Tyler Glasnow facing Framber Valdez, Braxton Ashcraft facing Matthew Liberatore, and Zack Wheeler dueling Yusei Kikuchi. The health and transaction wire was buzzing as Jack Leiter is shut down following a setback, Hurston Waldrep undergoes Tommy John surgery, Spencer Schwellenbach undergoes surgery, Spencer Strider is not expected back this season, Blaze Jordan lands on the injured list with an ankle sprain, and JJ Wetherholt hits the IL. Meanwhile, Byron Buxton manages a hip issue, Cade Cavalli deals with calf discomfort, Xavier Edwards exited early, and Emerson Hancock experiences health updates. Conversely, fantasy rosters receive huge reinforcements as Max Fried, Juan Soto, Garret Whitlock, Roman Anthony, and Trevor Story are all activated, Bryce Miller is shifted to the bullpen, Luis Robert Jr. is placed on waivers, and top prospect Lazaro Montes earns a call-up to the majors. On the flip side, Eugenio Suarez, Eury Perez, Dean Kremer, Jackson Holliday, Willson Contreras, Kyle Leahy, Andrew Abbott, Kevin Gausman, Kade Anderson, Xavier Edwards, CJ Abrams, Ranger Suarez, Seth Lugo, Dustin May, and Chris Bassitt matching up against Jeffrey Springs all struggled into the duds section. Our weekly Waiver Wire segment delivers targeted free-agent targets and roster priorities to secure high-upside playmakers ahead of the fantasy playoff push. 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.
(0:00-21:38) Dave Zangaro participates in the program to discuss the Eagles' 53-man roster and the quarterback situation.(21:53-32:38) Jon and Andrew provide their reactions and draw comparisons between the Eagles' 53-man roster and that of the Cowboys.(32:53-42:18) The conversation returns to the Phillies, focusing on Zack Wheeler's return to form.Please 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 Marks & 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.
(0:00-22:40) Connor Thomas from Middays appears on the show to discuss updates regarding the Eagles roster.(22:55-32:08) Jon and Andrew provide their reactions to audio featuring Zack Wheeler.(32:23-44:19) A summary of everything we overlooked as we conclude the show!Please 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 Marks & 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.
Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP where the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows analyze Zack Wheeler's recent decline and the concern that a physical issue might be underlying his high walk count and home run rate. They debate whether a rotation reset is necessary before October and discuss the potential for Jesús Luzardo to lead the rotation as the Game 1 starter. Additionally, the analysis covers Kyle Schwarber's historic home run pace and Trea Turner's hitting drought. 01:50 - Wheeler Struggles vs Mariners 06:10 - Rotation Struggles and Concerns 13:00 - Rotation Reset Strategy Debate 15:10 - Wheeler on Confidence Issues 26:50 - Realmuto and Bullpen Updates 32:15 - Arraez's Impact on Hitters 36:00 - Phillies vs League Giants 44:50 - Playoff Rotation Starter Debate 52:00 - Schwarber's Milestone Home Runs 01:03:30 - Trea Turner's Slump
With Jack Fritz mysteriously missing, James Seltzer and Tucker Bagley react to the Phillies losing their series in Seattle against the Mariners and discuss their concern-level for Zack Wheeler after his latest start. The guys also preview this weekend's series against the Angels and give props to Bryce Harper for the huge month he's had. Presented by Miller Lite.To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com
Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP where the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows analyze Zack Wheeler's recent decline and the concern that a physical issue might be underlying his high walk count and home run rate. They debate whether a rotation reset is necessary before October and discuss the potential for Jesús Luzardo to lead the rotation as the Game 1 starter. Additionally, the analysis covers Kyle Schwarber's historic home run pace and Trea Turner's hitting drought. 01:50 - Wheeler Struggles vs Mariners 06:10 - Rotation Struggles and Concerns 13:00 - Rotation Reset Strategy Debate 15:10 - Wheeler on Confidence Issues 26:50 - Realmuto and Bullpen Updates 32:15 - Arraez's Impact on Hitters 36:00 - Phillies vs League Giants 44:50 - Playoff Rotation Starter Debate 52:00 - Schwarber's Milestone Home Runs 01:03:30 - Trea Turner's Slump
Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP where the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows analyze Zack Wheeler's recent decline and the concern that a physical issue might be underlying his high walk count and home run rate. They debate whether a rotation reset is necessary before October and discuss the potential for Jesús Luzardo to lead the rotation as the Game 1 starter. Additionally, the analysis covers Kyle Schwarber's historic home run pace and Trea Turner's hitting drought. 01:50 - Wheeler Struggles vs Mariners 06:10 - Rotation Struggles and Concerns 13:00 - Rotation Reset Strategy Debate 15:10 - Wheeler on Confidence Issues 26:50 - Realmuto and Bullpen Updates 32:15 - Arraez's Impact on Hitters 36:00 - Phillies vs League Giants 44:50 - Playoff Rotation Starter Debate 52:00 - Schwarber's Milestone Home Runs 01:03:30 - Trea Turner's Slump
With Jack Fritz mysteriously missing, James Seltzer and Tucker Bagley react to the Phillies losing their series in Seattle against the Mariners and discuss their concern-level for Zack Wheeler after his latest start. The guys also preview this weekend's series against the Angels and give props to Bryce Harper for the huge month he's had. Presented by Miller Lite.To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com
The Phillies dropped two of three in Seattle, but won the finale in a showcase of their strengths. Now they're off to Anaheim to face yet another struggling Angels team against whom they should be able to keep winning. Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher talk about the two teams' history, what's going on with Zack Wheeler, and some recent front office changes.
Scott Franzke evaluates the Phillies' current form, highlighting Bryce Harper's production and concerns regarding Zack Wheeler's command. Later, Joe and Hugh analyze their fantasy football draft, sparking a debate on whether Hugh's strategy reflects a lack of confidence in Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts. 01:33 - Phillies Roster and Lineup 04:57 - Phillies Starting Pitching Analysis 12:30 - Arizona Series and Fantasy Draft 18:38 - Barkley and Hurts Debate 30:22 - Trusting Eagles Front Office
Eugenio Suárez pasó de conectar un grand slam en una remontada histórica a aparecer en waivers horas después. Analizamos quién podría reclamarlo y cómo funcionan los waivers después del Trade Deadline.Además: Marlins siguen vivos por el Wild Card, Cubs y Diamondbacks protagonizan polémicas por robo de señas y un posible balk, Cal Raleigh conecta HR en cuatro turnos consecutivos, Tristan Peters hace historia, Taj Bradley consigue un inning inmaculado y Zack Wheeler podría estar mostrando sus pitcheos.Support the show
On this episode of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps the Phillies series against the Mariners in Seattle. The Phils lost two out of three but managed to win the get-away game on Wednesday thanks to power blasts from Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, and 7 studly shutout innings from Jesus Luzardo. John also talks about the conundrum facing Don Mattingly with regard to the slumping Trea Turner's spot in the batting order, and whether we should be overly concerned about Zack Wheeler's recent performance.
KB is BACK and kicks things off discussing the Phillies falling flat in Seattle and wondering what's going on with Zack Wheeler and the continued struggles of Trea Turner. Then KB is joined by Philadelphia Waterdogs defenseman Jimmy Freehill ahead of the PLL Quarterfinals for Waterdogs Weekly. Then KB rounds out the show discussing the Eagles final preseason game on the horizon and the Philadelphia Union's big tilt with the Red Bulls on Saturday. 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. TurnToTrades.com Turn To Trades is a free website that helps people find a career in the skilled trades. No college, no debt, no catch. 25 trade guides with real pay, training path, what the work is like, and access in all 50 states! Visit TurnToTrades.com to get your journey in the trades started today! '47 Brand Shop for your favorite sports fan and get FREE SHIPPING on ALL orders with '47 Brand! 47.sjv.io/e1Nyor FOCO Shop your favorite fan gear with FOCO! foco.vegb.net/0ZyLgV 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 #Guest #Interview #JimmyFreehill #Waterdogs #PhiladelphiaWaterdogs #PLL #DOOP #MLS #Union #FlyEaglesFly #Eagles #NFL #Preseason #podcastcharts #download #review #subscribe #UndergroundIndustries
The Philadelphia Phillies are trying to figure it all out as they're coming up to September and making a push for the postseason. It's the Phillies last push for the division, wild card…or is it bust? This week, friend of the pod Eric Moratelli - you can find him over on Substack @emoratelli - joined us for a discussion about the pitching and batting we've seen as of late, and how the Phils are trying to push ahead.But first, Jeff and Erik got into some Listener Feedback about the high cost of youth sports. (Approx. 3:05)From there, they discussed the high cost of concessions at the Eagles public practice this past week, and preseason storylines they're following as the preseason starts wrapping up. (Approx. 10:55)The guys then dove into their “Hate To See It, Love To See It” segment. (Approx. 26:30)The Phillies signed Nestor Cortes to be a contributing pitcher down the stretch, yet he's now on the IL. Can the Phillies starting rotation keep it together? (Approx. 38:50)What they threw down on the Table this week was a great discussion with friend of the pod Eric Moratelli about how this Phillies team will need to perform down the stretch if they're to make it to the postseason. Assessing Aaron Nola's turnaround. What has happened to Zack Wheeler? Which hitters need to step up ad which ones have been surprising? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 43:05)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
Spike, Ike, and Buzzy debate whether Jesús Luzardo should be the Phillies' Game 1 starter following his dominant recent performance and refined sweeper pitch. They also analyze Trea Turner's hitting slump, Kyle Schwarber's power milestones.
The crew evaluates the Phillies' postseason rotation, debating if Cristopher Sánchez or Jesús Luzardo should start ahead of Zack Wheeler. They also compare Jalen Hurts' rushing decline to Lamar Jackson's injury history and discuss potential contract guarantee strategies for the Eagles. The segment concludes with a celebratory announcement regarding the birth of Jack Fritz's new son, Archer. 01:40 - Phillies Playoff Rotation Debate 05:17 - Hurts vs Lamar Rushing 08:14 - Hurts Contract Structure Debate 16:16 - Jonathan Greenard Hamstring Concerns 20:20 - Jack Fritz Baby Announcement
Spike Eskin and Ike Reese celebrate the birth of Jack Fritz's third son and solicit baby name suggestions for an exclusive fantasy football league spot. They analyze the Phillies' potential postseason rotation, debating if Jesús Luzardo should start Game 1, while also addressing Trea Turner's offensive struggles.
In hour 3, the 94WIP Morning Team analyze the Philadelphia Phillies' recent inconsistencies, questioning whether they qualify as a "very good" team or a flawed contender. They examine Zack Wheeler's mechanical issues and statistical decline since the All-Star break, while also discussing the Eagles' offensive transition under Sean Mannion. This segment also features a discussion on universally beloved public figures and 1990s trivia. 01:50 - Common Sense in College Sports 05:10 - Batting Order and Trea Turner 11:20 - Universally Beloved Public Figures 20:35 - Eagles Preseason Offensive Concerns 28:15 - Merrill Moment Interception Recap 31:30 - Evaluating the Phillies Identity 39:55 - Sean Mannion's Offensive Transition 47:30 - Zack Wheeler's Statistical Slump
The 94WIP Morning Show analyze the Phillies' recent inconsistencies and debate whether they qualify as a 'very good' team heading into the postseason. They also discuss Zack Wheeler's mechanical struggles and explore concerns regarding Jalen Hurts and the new Eagles offense after a public practice at the Linc. Additionally, a tribute to Dolly Parton leads to a reveal about Princess Diana being considered for a movie sequel. 01:00 - Bodyguard Sequel Rumors 03:05 - Merrill Reese Moments 05:44 - Phillies Performance Debate 12:38 - Dolly Parton Tribute 14:13 - Eagles Offense Analysis
The 94WIP Morning Show analyze Jalen Hurts' performance during the Eagles' open practice, focusing on his multiple interceptions and the play of Tariq Woolen. They discuss the Phillies' consistency issues and Zack Wheeler's mechanical adjustments as reported by Dave Dombrowski. Eliot Shorr-Parks provides an on-site update regarding the team's ongoing quarterback roster battle. 01:50 - AMA Morocco History Trivia 07:10 - Dr. J Hawks Stint 11:55 - Eagles Stadium Tour Contest 17:15 - Phillies Performance Debate 25:15 - Hurts Practice Interceptions 38:00 - Eliot Shorr-Parks Interview 50:00 - Quarterback Roster Battle
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas debate the significance of Jalen Hurts' practice interceptions and the validity of anonymous player critiques. They also analyze Dave Dombrowski's comments on Zack Wheeler's delivery and react to a wild caller's proposal for Ben Simmons to return to the 76ers.
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Jerry's got Minkah Fitzpatrick on the Jets having no interceptions last year. We heard from Deshaun Watson who said he thrives off the energy of the fans. Todd Monken said Deshaun deserves to start. Mike McCarthy talked about Joey Porter Jr and his contract situation with the Steelers. Kwanza Jones was fired up to buy the Padres. She was screaming about winning. Zack Wheeler had a rough night against the Mariners.
Deshaun Watson is named Cleveland's starting quarterback—a decision Boomer ties directly to his contract—before Jerry's update highlights Minkah Fitzpatrick on the Jets' zero-interception year. Watson insists he thrives on fan energy, Todd Monken claims Deshaun deserves the start, and Mike McCarthy addresses Joey Porter Jr.'s Steelers contract situation. Meanwhile, Kwanza Jones brings wild energy to her bid to buy the Padres, Zack Wheeler endures a rough night against the Mariners, Damon Amendolara gets let go by SiriusXM's Mad Dog channel as his co-host pairs with Steve Torre, and the team wraps up by discussing how much harder it is to make it on YouTube today.
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Phillies' ace Zack Wheeler has had a rough go recently, Joe Giglio wonders how worried Phillies fans should be about the righty.
Ike Reese and Spike Eskin debate whether Jalen Hurts is entering a defining season under a new offensive scheme following a disappointing finish last year. They analyze the quarterback's ability to transition from a game manager to an elite passer while addressing Zack Wheeler's recent pitching struggles and the legacy of Dolly Parton.
Spike, Ike, and Jack Fritz discuss whether Jalen Hurts is facing a prove-it year following the team's Super Bowl victory and the implementation of a new offensive scheme. They reflect on the legacy of Dolly Parton following the news of her passing and analyze Zack Wheeler's recent confidence issues on the mound. Later, Eliot Shorr-Parks joins to evaluate Nick Sirianni's leadership while the crew continues their search for a Jalen Hurts hater to join their fantasy football league.
Jack Fritz analyzes Zack Wheeler's uncharacteristic comments about his confidence following a rough start against the Mariners. Ike Reese and Spike Eskin later debate with a caller whether Jalen Hurts faces a make-or-break season and why Philadelphia quarterbacks are so polarizing. 01:00 - Minor League Baseball Discussion 02:39 - Zack Wheeler Struggles 12:13 - Jalen Hurts Debate 24:44 - NBA Eastern Projections
Ike, Fritz, and Spike evaluate Zack Wheeler's recent struggles and how his performance affects the Phillies' postseason path. They delve into the complex roster dynamics of the 76ers' projected lineup with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. The discussion concludes with a heated debate regarding Jalen Hurts' standing among NFL quarterbacks. 01:52 - Zack Wheeler Concern Level 05:40 - 76ers Roster Chemistry 14:12 - LeBron James Golf Partnership 15:32 - Jalen Hurts Elite Debate
Ike Reese and Jack Fritz honor the legacy of Dolly Parton before discussing concerns regarding Zack Wheeler's command and confidence on the mound. They dive into a debate over Jalen Hurts, questioning if the Eagles quarterback is facing a 'prove-it' season. The discussion evaluates Hurts' development as a leader and how the offense might adapt without a heavy reliance on single players. 01:16 - Remembering Dolly Parton 03:13 - Zack Wheeler's Command Issues 08:13 - Jalen Hurts Prove-it Year 12:49 - Hurts as Game Manager 18:10 - Adjusting Hurts' Leadership Role
Ike Reese and Spike Eskin analyze Zack Wheeler's recent pitching struggles and his jarring post-game comments regarding a lack of confidence. They shift focus to the Philadelphia Eagles, debating Jalen Hurts' elite status and historical quarterback comparisons in Philly with several callers. The conversation also explores hypothetical 76ers roster projections and potential chemistry challenges between LeBron James and Jaylen Brown.
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The WIP Morning Team discusses the Philadelphia Phillies 9-2 loss to the Seattle Mariners last night. Zack Wheeler struggled in the game, being pulled in the fifth inning. Wheeler let up five runs in the first inning.
The WIP Morning Team reacts to the Philadelphia Phillies' 9-2 loss last night to the Seattle Mariners last night. Zack Wheeler was on the mound and let up five runs in the first inning. The team struggled offensively and on the mound. The Morning Team reacts to Wheeler, J.T. Realmuto, and Don Mattingly after the game. They then discuss what this means for the future, now that Wheeler is struggling, and where the pitching staff stands. The team also shares what they have seen from Eagles Training Camp, what they expect this season, and who they believe will have a strong year. ESP joins to discuss his 53-man roster prediction. Finally, the team listens to the Merrill Moment and Time's Yours.
The WIP Morning Team breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of Jalen Hurts and shares what they expect from him this season. They analyze if Zack Wheeler is tipping pitches, and Ruben Amaro Jr. says just because he's a veteran doesn't mean it's impossible. Amaro Jr. said, “It's a mechanical tweak that he needs to work on”.
The WIP Morning Team reacts to the Phillies' loss last night, along with Ruben Amaro Jr.. The team shares what they saw that concerned them and what they believe the team's future is. Amaro Jr. thinks that this is uncharacteristic of Zack Wheeler, and Jon Ritchie shares his perspective as a former athlete.
The WIP Morning Team reacts to the Phillies responding to Zack Wheeler's struggles on Monday night. Joe DeCamara said Wheeler is the most consistent Phillies player he has ever seen; however, his recent performances have been out of character. The team discusses what has come out of the Eagles' training camp.
The WIP Morning Team reacts to Zack Wheeler's response after the game, sharing that he feels fine but is frustrated. The team debates who they believe in the most on the Phillies and who they need to see more from. They discuss pitching concerns, with Jon Ritchie sharing his perspective as a former athlete.
The WIP Morning Team is joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. to discuss the Philadelphia Phillies' loss last night. The team breaks down where they think the team struggled and what they need to improve going forward.
The WIP Morning Team discusses their concern level for Zack Wheeler after a rough performance last night against the Seattle. Jon Ritchie believes that while Wheeler feels fine, he doesn't look fine. Joe DeCamara says that since he's gotten to Philadelphia, he's been a stud, but lately he's been a dud.
The WIP Morning Team reacts to the Philadelphia Phillies' loss last night to the Seattle Mariners. The team lost 9-2, with Zack Wheeler giving up five runs in the first inning.
The Houston Astros have fired general manager Dana Brown amid an AL West division race collapse. Corey Pieper breaks down a seismic front-office shakeup in Houston, a massive wave of late-August injuries, the daily Bullpen Report, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The transaction and health wire is moving rapidly as the Astros part ways with GM Dana Brown, Colt Emerson is ruled out for the season following wrist surgery, and Carson Whisenhunt exited his latest start early to evaluate a forearm issue. Meanwhile, Victor Bericoto and Willy Adames land on the injured list, Ketel Marte is expected to serve a minimum IL stint, Bryce Eldridge was placed on the bereavement list, and both Kyle Freeland and Mike Soroka were placed on the injured list. Daily performance slates featured strong outings in the studs column from Drew Rasmussen matching up with Framber Valdez, Sandy Alcantara, Cade Cavalli, Jorbit Vivas, Cal Raleigh, Rafael Devers, Julio Rodriguez, Kaelen Culpepper, Kevin Gausman, and a pitching duel between Parker Messick and George Klassen. On the other hand, several notable names tumbled into the duds section, including Ryan Feltner, Jose Urquidy, Zack Wheeler, and Chase Burns. The daily Bullpen Report analyzes high-leverage ninth-inning situations around the league, detailing Riley O'Brien's meltdown in St. Louis, Pete Fairbanks blowing a save in Miami, Nate Pearson and Steven Cruz in Kansas City, Ben Joyce in Anaheim, Daniel Palencia returning for the Cubs, and Yoendry Gomez suffering a meltdown in a non-save situation for Minnesota. 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.
Phillies' ace Zack Wheeler has had a rough go recently, Joe Giglio wonders how worried Phillies fans should be about the righty.
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas discuss the recent struggles of Zack Wheeler and debate if the Phillies should place him on the injured list for a reset. They also analyze reports of Jalen Hurts' difficulties in Sean Mannion's new offense during joint practices with the Patriots. Ross Tucker joins to provide expert insight into the Eagles' offensive line depth and the backup quarterback competition. 02:36 - Zack Wheeler Slump 07:22 - Wheeler IL Reset 13:03 - Mattingly On Wheeler 17:55 - Jed York Scandal 25:56 - Fantasy League Prizes 35:01 - Pitching Mechanics Theory 45:08 - Hurts Practice Struggles 54:41 - Offensive Fit 01:08:16 - Middlekauff On Jalen 01:20:39 - Terrence Defends Hurts 01:35:51 - Preseason Reps Debate 01:43:41 - Joint Practice Analytics 01:54:31 - Ross Tucker Joins 02:10:01 - Jed York Arrested 02:14:14 - Dodgers Owner Investigation 02:18:01 - Merrill Moment Recap 02:41:46 - Spike Eskin Clip 02:57:51 - Fantasy League Winners
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas analyze Zack Wheeler's disastrous performance against the Mariners and debate if the Phillies should place him on the injured list. They review post-game comments from Wheeler, JT Realmuto, and Don Mattingly while also fielding caller suggestions for fantasy football punishments. They also discuss Eagles training camp and a bizarre legal story involving Jed York. 01:50 - Midday Show Kickoff 02:35 - Wheeler Rocked in Seattle 08:54 - Rotation Depth and Cortes 13:06 - Phillies Postgame Audio Analysis 18:23 - Jed York Story Detour 27:30 - Fantasy Football Punishment Contest 33:05 - Eagles Practice and Quarterbacks 38:05 - Pitching Command and Footwork
Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio discuss mounting concerns regarding Jalen Hurts' fit within Sean Mannion's new offensive scheme. They debate whether the quarterback's natural playstyle conflicts with the timing-based requirements of the system while also addressing recent struggles from Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler. 02:24 - Hurts Struggling in New Offense 05:42 - Sean Mannion's New Offense 09:24 - Zack Wheeler's Recent Struggles 13:22 - Eagles Backup Quarterback Debate 17:16 - Fan Reactions to Passing Game 25:01 - Analyzing Hurts in Timing Schemes 32:31 - Phillies Rotation and Roster Management 42:58 - Defining Success for Hurts