The Phillies Show
The Phillies Show is a podcast dedicated to the Philadelphia Phillies, hosted by former Phillies player and general manager Ruben Amaro Jr., veteran Phillies reporter Jim Salisbury, and MLB.com beat writer Todd Zolecki. The show offers real talk about the team and features in-depth interviews with notable figures such as Bryce Harper, Chase Utley, Cole Hamels, and Pat Burrell. Listeners get insider perspectives and analysis on the Phillies from those who have lived and breathed the organization.
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Is Aaron Nola back?
Is Aaron Nola back? If so, it’s great news for the Phillies. At the very least, Nola’s resurgence is coming at the right time with Phillies co-aces Zack Wheeler and Cristopher Sánchez not pitching to their typical standards. We then answer your questions, everything from this team’s ability to win the World Series to swinging at first pitches to Alec Bohm’s and Luis
No BS: Alec Bohm, Bryson Stott are HOT, but concerns about Zack Wheeler
Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott continue to come up big for the Phillies, who have won five consecutive games to move into second place in the NL Wild Card race. It’s fun to watch guys get hits and run the bases, isn’t it? But can the Phillies keep it up? Meanwhile, Zack Wheeler’s struggles continue, while Cristopher Sánchez’s home dominance continues. Use our code for 10
Who are these Phillies? Alec Bohm and the offense heats up
Phillies first baseman Alec Bohm has been crushed by Phillies fans for weeks. Some wanted him off the team. But Bohm has been one of the Phillies best hitters since the All-Star break, and even one of the best hitters in baseball. Meanwhile, the Phillies’ offense has the best on-base percentage in baseball in August. Do you believe in Bohm’s resurgence? Do you believe in the Phill
Kyle Schwarber, Aaron Nola deliver in Field of Dreams Game
The Field of Dreams game lived up to the hype on Thursday night in Iowa. Kyle Schwarber homered twice in a 7-1 victory over the Twins. He’s heating up, smashing four home runs in his last five games. Aaron Nola allowed one run in five innings. He has a 2.91 ERA in his last four starts. Ruben was in Iowa, so he shared his experience, which included an awesome pregame ceremony that featured fo
The Phillies have fallen into a tie for the final NL Wild Card
The Phillies grounded into four double plays on Tuesday night. They lost to the Cardinals, 2-0. It’s the 27th time this season they’ve been held to one run or shut out. Only the A’s have done that more. But Tuesday’s loss also dropped the Phillies into a three-way tie with the Diamondbacks and Padres for the final two NL Wild Card spots. Luis Arraez is hitless in his last 1
Signs of Trouble: Phillies bullpen problems continue
Chase Utley made the Phillies’ Wall of Fame this weekend, but he couldn’t have been happy to see the way his former team played. Sloppy all around, and only a Derek Hill walk-off single in the 12th inning on Sunday prevented a sweep. There are plenty of things to be concerned about going into the final few weeks of the regular season, but perhaps the biggest one is the bullpen. Orion K
We answer your post-trade deadline questions
We’re settling in for the final two months of the regular season, so Friday felt like the perfect time to hear what’s on your mind. First, though, how about Luis Arraez? We talk about his impact in his first three games with the Phillies. Second, you asked us about the lineup, the rotation, players the Phillies might still pick up, Dave Dombrowski on the hot seat and more. This episode
Phillies trade deadline: What do we like? Don't like?
We recap the Phillies’ trade deadline. The Phillies got Luis Arraez, Brooks Raley and Caleb Kilian. But they didn't get a right-handed bat. They didn't get a No. 5 starter. We talk about what we like and don't like about it. This episode of The Phillies Show is powered by Monster Energy. Stop By Your Local Retailer To Pick Up A Monster Energy Drink Today. 🔔 To explore coverage, visit as
EMERGENCY POD! Phillies acquire Luis Arraez, two relievers
EMERGENCY POD! The Phillies acquired second baseman Luis Arraez and right-hander Caleb Kilian from the Giants for prospects Ramon Marquez and Marty Gair. They also acquired left-hander Brooks Raley from the Mets for prospects John Spikerman and Luke Gabrysh. What do we like about it? We don’t we like? This episode of The Phillies Show is powered by Monster Energy. Stop By Your Local Retailer
It's Trade Deadline Day for the Phillies
Title: It’s Trade Deadline Day for the Phillies Finally, Major League Baseball’s trade deadline is here. It’s 6 p.m. ET on Monday, and we expect the Phillies to be busy. But what will they get? A reliever? A bat? Both? Are the Phillies no longer looking for a starter following Andrew Painter’s encouraging start on Friday? It could allow them to make better moves elsewhere,
Don Mattingly wants to know what the Phillies are made of
The Phillies are reeling just days before Monday’s 6 p.m. ET trade deadline. Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly said four times in 90 seconds on Wednesday in Miami that they will learn what the Phillies are made of in the coming days, weeks and months. So, what are the Phillies made of? We also discuss Bryce Harper, Don Mattingly, Dave Dombrowski and the trade deadline. Daulton Vars
Bryce Harper knows it, too. The Phillies "need some help."
The Phillies are 3-8 since the All-Star break, and they have scored zero or one runs in six of those games.Everybody sees what’s going on. Everybody knows what the Phillies need. Bryce Harper spoke candidly about it following Tuesday night’s 1-0 loss to the Marlins in Miami. “I think we need some help,” Harper said. “But you know, I think we've proved pretty much all
Trade ‘em: Phillies can’t worry about dealing top prospects
The Phillies’ window to win the World Series with this core is closing, so they need to do what they can before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. They need to make trades. Baseball America wrote something recently that backed up Ruben’s take last week that the Phillies need to be bold … prospects almost never come back to haunt the teams that traded them. So the Phillies need to be agg
We've got 50 trade names for the Phillies
The Aug. 3 trade deadline is less than two weeks away, and the Phillies still need a bat, a reliever and a starter. What do they need the most? Honestly, you could make a strong argument for any one of the three. The Phillies have the lowest on-base percentage in Major League Baseball, so they need somebody who can get on base. The No. 5 starter’s spot has been a black hole since the beginni
What the ... ? Phillies' base running blunders sink them vs. LA
What in the world happened to the Phillies on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park? The Phillies made a couple base running blunders in the ninth inning in a 2-1 loss. Was the contact play on? Don Mattingly said Justin Crawford was supposed to run on any ball hit. Crawford said he wasn’t. But then J.T. Realmuto exercised a lapse in judgment and inexplicably got thrown out at second to end the
The Phillies' No. 5 starter problem
Two innings into Sunday’s series finale against the Mets, you just knew the Phillies had lost. But then that’s how it’s been for the Phillies’ No. 5 starter this year. The Phillies are 5-20 in games started by anybody NOT named Cristopher Sánchez, Zack Wheeler, Jesús Luzardo and Aaron Nola this season. Those pitchers have a combined 7.33 ERA. The Phillies&rsqu
Brad Keller Out For Season, Larry Bowa, Charlie Manuel, Tom McCarthy & Brandon Duckworth Join
Todd Zolecki, Jim Salisbury and Ruben Amaro Jr. are live from Manco & Manco in Ocean City! The guys chat with former Phillies managers Larry Bowa and Charlie Manuel. Plus, Phillies Play-By-Play Tom McCarthy and former Phillies pitcher Brandon Duckworth also stops by. Todd, Jim and Ruben react to losing Brad Keller for the season and how it impacts the Trade Deadline. Pick Up A Monster Energy D
All-Star Week continues at Citizens Bank Park! HR Derby Recap, Media Day & Game Preview
Everybody thought Kyle Schwarber or Bryce Harper would win the 2026 Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Neither did, but it was still a memorable night. We talk about the derby, some of the most interesting things said during All-Star media day and what we hope to see at Tuesday night’s All-Star Game. Pick Up A Monster Energy Drink Today. Monster Energy, Unleash The Beast. Use code foul50o
HR Derby Day! Kyle Schwarber & Bryce Harper are ready to hit BOMBS
LIVE from Iron Hills Brewery! It’s the All-Star break, but Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber have no time to rest. They are competing in Monday night’s Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. The Phillies stars reached the finals in 2018 at Nationals Park. Can they possibly do it again? If so, who wins? The Phillies are only two games behind the Braves in the NL East. We talk about the Phi
Sweet Jesús! Luzardo, Harper, Mattingly, bullpen issues and more
The Phillies won another series, following Thursday night’s victory in Cincinnati. Jesús Luzardo was brilliant, striking out 11 in seven scoreless innings. But you know what else was good? Jonathan Bowlan and Jhoan Duran in the final two. The Phillies need more depth in the bullpen, however, following José Alvarado’s and Tanner Banks’ latest meltdowns on Wednesday.
Zack Wheeler's angry, Trea Turner's concerns at shortstop
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler showed everybody on Tuesday why he believes he should be an NL All-Star. He struck out a career-high 14 batters in seven innings in a dominant performance against the Reds. Afterward, he made his case to join his six teammates at the All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park. Kyle Schwarber continues to hit Schwarbombs, although Tuesday’s in Cincinnati was an unusual one.
Yes, NL All-Star Bryce Harper is still elite
Bryce Harper was one of five Phillies to make the 2026 National League All-Star team. He will join Kyle Schwarber, Brandon Marsh, Cristopher Sánchez and Jhoan Duran. Does this make Harper elite again? Was there any doubt he wasn’t? We share our thoughts on each of the five Phillies All-Stars. We also discuss Aaron Nola’s start on Sunday, Andrew Painter’s Triple-A start on
The Phillies offense heats up, Zack Wheeler gets fired up
It was 105 degrees at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday afternoon. It’s been hot at the Bank all week. The Phillies’ offense scored 25 games in the first three games of a four-game split against the Pirates, including an eight spot on Paul Skenes. But Zack Wheeler was hot on Wednesday night when Don Mattingly pulled him from the game with two outs in the fifth inning. Wheeler talked
The Phillies need a starting pitcher before Aug. 3 trade deadline
The Phillies have two of the best pitchers in baseball in Cristopher Sánchez and Zack Wheeler. Jesus Luzardo has All-Star potential too. But the Phillies have growing concerns with Aaron Nola and their No. 5 starter. Should the Phillies prioritize a starting pitcher over a right-handed bat or late-inning reliever before the Aug. 3 trade deadline? Ruben mentions an outside-the-box trade cand
Comeback Kids: the Phillies are running down Atlanta in the NL East
The Phillies not only enjoyed another late-inning comeback on Sunday in New York, but they moved within three games of the Braves in the NL East. The Phils were 9-19 and 10 ½ games behind the Braves on April 26, which was Rob Thomson’s final game as manager. FanGraphs gave the Phils just a 6.9 percent chance to win the division. But they woke up on Monday 47-37 with a 33.2 percent cha
Phillies make MLB history in Washington
We said it Wednesday: Don’t turn off the TV. Did you turn off the TV on Wednesday night? Thursday night? If so, you missed the Phillies becoming the first team in Major League Baseball history to hit a go-ahead home run in the ninth inning in three consecutive games. Bryson Stott did it Tuesday. Derek Hill did it Wednesday. Bryce Harper did it Thursday. We talk about what a series like this
Do the Phillies need a lockdown reliever or a bat?
The Phillies enjoyed a crazy comeback victory on Tuesday night in Washington, but we’re here to talk trades. What trades should the Phillies make before the Aug. 3 trade deadline? A reliable bullpen arm would be huge for this team. But so would a bat. The problem is: can the Phillies do both? Can they possibly acquire an impact reliever and an impact bat with a farm system that ranks among t
Kyle Schwarber’s and Bryce Harper’s history-making weekend
“Just get us in.” Bryce Harper said that’s the Phillies’ motto for the 2026 season. Just get into the playoffs, and let’s see what happens. Well, if Kyle Schwarber and Harper hit like they hit this weekend against the Mets, it feels like anything is possible. They made history on Saturday with Harper hitting for the 11th cycle in Phillies history and Schwarber hitting
What’s Next For Andrew Painter After Being Optioned To Triple-A?
Andrew Painter has been optioned to Triple-A. So what does that mean for his future in Philadelphia? Jim Salisbury and Ruben Amaro Jr. dig into the decision and what comes next for the highly-touted right-hander. They also break down why starting pitching is the most pressing need heading into the trade deadline, what Dave Dombrowski should be targeting to address it, and how Alec Bohm's resurgenc
The Phillies continue to rack up wins at home as they look to sweep Miami and get ready for their first look at the NL East rival New York Mets
The Phillies struggled for wins at home early in the season, but are now 21-17 at Citizens Bank Park after starting off their latest homestand with a pair of wins against the Miami Marlins. The Phils scored 15 runs in those two games. Brandon Marsh and Alec Bohm have continued to swing hot bats and Kyle Schwarber's home run total is up to 25. Of course, the Phillies remain a team that is bui
Miz-ery: Don Mattingly said he'll think about sitting Trea Turner
The Phillies lost two of three this weekend against the Brewers. Now, no team would have beaten Jacob Misiorowski on Friday night. He was unhittable and unbeatable. But the Phillies are 3-9 against NL division leaders: 1-5 vs. Atlanta, 1-2 vs. Milwaukee and 1-2 vs. Los Angeles. What does it say about this team? Also, is it finally time to sit Trea Turner? And should the Phillies elevate Orio
A Phillies trade, and a few thoughts on Andrew Painter
Adolis García is banged up, so the Phillies made a trade on Thursday for White Sox outfielder Derek Hill. But the Phillies need more help. Andrew Painter needs help, too. He’s struggling as a rookie. We spoke to 2008 World Series champion Chad Durbin about Painter’s issues -- Durbin can relate -- and how he can improve in the coming weeks. Chad also talks about Roy Halladay, Chr
Jhoan Duran might be Phillies' most talented closer ever
Jhoan Duran might be the most talented closer in Phillies history, but nobody is perfect. He blew his first save of the season on Tuesday night in Toronto. Duran had saved 16 consecutive games to start the season. Where do we rank Duran compared to past Phillies closers like Tug McGraw, Billy Wagner, Brad Lidge and Jonathan Papelbon? We also talk about Adolis García’s and Trea Turner&
Brandon Marsh has become one of baseball's best hitters
The Phillies played 13 consecutive games without scoring five or more runs, until their series finale last week against the Padres. Then this weekend against the White Sox, they scored 20 runs to win another series. Everybody has been waiting for this for some time, but can it last? Does it change how you think about the trade deadline, if this continues? We talk about the Phillies’ offense,
Thinking ahead: potential trade targets for the Phillies
The Phillies finally scored more than four runs in a game in Thursday’s victory over San Diego. It’s the first time they’ve done that since May 18! They continue to win under Don Mattingly, but it seems clear they will need a bat before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. But who? Or they could just go all-in and try to win with elite pitching. Tarik Skubal anybody? We discuss the Phillie
How the Phillies traded for Cristopher Sánchez
Cristopher Sánchez's pursuit of Major League Baseball history continues on Wednesday night at Citizens Bank Park. He will begin the game with a 44 2/3-innings scoreless streak. Former Phillies general manager and current Brewers executive Matt Klentak joined the show this week to tell the story behind the trade that brought Sánchez to Philadelphia in November 201. It wasn’t a m
Adolis García and the Phillies' struggling offense
The Phillies went 4-2 on a road trip through San Diego and Los Angeles, which typically would be time to celebrate. But the Phillies’ struggling offense is a growing concern. They haven’t scored five runs in a game since May 18. They haven’t had 10 hits in a game since May 15. The Phillies are 21-10 since Don Mattingly became interim manager, but in that time they rank 29th in ba
Simply the Best: Cristopher Sánchez makes Phillies history
Cristopher Sánchez on Wednesday passed Grover Cleveland Alexander for the longest scoreless innings streak by a Phillies pitcher since 1893. Sánchez’s streak of 44 ⅔ innings is the seventh-longest in MLB in the live-ball era (1920). It’s 11th in MLB in the modern era (1900). He can move into fifth place on the moder-era list with just four scoreless innings in his next st
Phillies drop Trea Turner from leadoff spot, Kyle Schwaber moves up
The Phillies have made another change at the top. Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly dropped Trea Turner from the leadoff spot before Tuesday night’s 4-3 victory over San Diego at Petco Park. He flipped Turner and Kyle Schwarber in the 1-2 spots. Turner homered. Maybe it’s the start of something. The Phillies’ right-handed batters have been terrible this year, so they need so
Sánchez and Wheeler might be best 1-2 punch in Phillies history.
We might be watching the Phillies’ best two pitching performances in a season in franchise history. Christopher Sanchez tossed eight scoreless innings on Friday. He has a 37 ⅔-inning scoreless streak. Zack Wheeler tossed six scoreless innings on Saturday. Sanchez has a 1.62 ERA. Wheeler has a 1.67 ERA. If they keep this up, they could be the best 1-2 punch by any rotation in Phillies
What's behind Aaron Nola's and J.T. Realmuto's struggles
We spent Wednesday about three Phillies trending upward: Alec Bohm, Bryson Stott and Andrew Painter. But we’re spending Friday’s show talking about the very real concerns we have about Aaron Nola and J.T. Realmuto. Nola has a 6.02 ERA over 27 starts over the past two years. It’s no longer a blip on the radar. Nobody can point to Nola’s health, which they could last season.
Three Phillies trending upward in May
It’s not just Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, Zack Wheeler and Cristopher Sánchez keying the Phillies’ turnaround in May. It’s supporting players like Alec Bohm, Bryson Stott and Anderw Painter, who have started to play much better. Are we buying what they’re selling lately? Also, updates on Phillies prospects Aidan Miller and Gage Wood. 🔔 To explore coverage, visit&nb
Phillies' superstars have fueled the team's winning ways
The Phillies are 15-4 since they changed managers. Why? It starts with Zack Wheeler and Cristophe Sánchez. It continues with Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. Basically, their pitching has been excellent, and they’re getting big contributions from two of the game’s biggest starts. And wouldn’t you know it: the Phillies’ playoff odds have shot through the roof! 🔔 It&rs
Your questions about the Phillies lineup, trade deadline and more
We asked you for your Phillies questions, and once again you delivered. Can the Phillies make the World Series? Should Don Mattingly change the lineup? What will the Phillies pursue before the Aug. 3 trade deadline? What are their options at third base, if Alec Bohm continues to struggle? 🔔 ⚾ Love the show? Get Phillies Show merchandise at ThePhilliesShowShop.com! @The Phillies Show Subscribe
Schwarbombs, Schwarbombs, Schwarbombs!
Kyle Schwarber has homered in five consecutive games, helping the Phillies to a series-opening win on Tuesday night at Fenway Park. He leads Major League Baseball with 17 home runs. We talk about this recent run, and Zack Wheeler’s Tuesday night clinic, too. The Phillies have reached the quarter mark of the 162-game season. Where will they be when they reach the midway point on June 25? Will
Harper, Schwarber and Marsh have powered Phillies' turnaround
The Phillies have righted the ship the past two weeks, but they have a long way to go. Still, it’s been encouraging to see Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper provide power atop the lineup, while Brandon Marsh is hitting so well that he’s answering questions about winning a batting title. We talk about the Phillies’ 10-3 run, Alec Bohm and Trea Turner taking it easy (and seeing resul
How the Phillies can fix Alec Bohm
Alec Bohm is not only off to a bad start, but it’s one of the worst starts of any player in Phillies history. Don Mattingly benched Bohm on Thursday night. Is it a one-game thing? Maybe. We talk about the Phillies’ options to get Bohm back on track. But we also have to look at the Phillies’ internal and external options, if Bohm doesn’t turn around his season. Also, what&rs
The Phillies have the best rotation in baseball again
The Phillies are 7-1 under interim manager Don Mattingly, and you want to know why? They’ve literally gone from the worst rotation in baseball to the best rotation in baseball. We talk about the rotation’s turnaround, Bryce Harper’s elite start, what we’d discuss in Don Mattingly’s State of the Team meeting on Wednesday and more. 🔔 Parx ⚾️ Rothman Love the show? Get P
Donnie Baseball: The Phillies are 5-1 under Don Mattingly
The Phillies are 5-1 under interim manager Don Mattingly, and there are a lot of reasons why. The change shocked the clubhouse, and suddenly everybody has sprung to life. The offense has been better, the rotation has been better. We talk about what we’ve noticed from Mattingly in his first week on the job, the Phillies carrying three catchers and more. It’s “Best Week” by M
Walk-offs! Sweep! The Phillies are 3-0 under Don Mattingly
So far so good for the Phillies since Don Mattingly became interim manager on Tuesday. The Phillies swept the Giants this week, including a doubleheader sweep on Thursday. The Phillies won both games on walk-offs, the first for the Phillies since 1998. Chase Shugart got both wins, the first time a Phillies pitcher had done that since Terry Adams in 2002. What jumped out about the sweep? What do we
Blame Game: Dombrowski, Mattingly, Thomson discuss firing and future
Tuesday was a franchise-altering day for the Phillies. Dave Dombrowski fired Rob Thomson as manager. He hired Don Mattingly, who was his second choice. (Bet the farm Alex Cora gets the job next year.) Dombrowski detailed Thomson’s firing and answered questions about his own job performance. Mattingly discussed his expectations. Thomson made himself available to Philly reporters one final tim
EMERGENCY POD: Phillies manager Rob Thomson fired
The Phillies on Tuesday fired manager Rob Thomson. Don Mattingly has been named interim manager. Lots to discuss. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Love the show? Get Phillies Show merchandise at ThePhilliesShowShop.com! @The Phillies Show Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow u
Dave's Decision: changes could be coming to Phillies
Will Rob Thomson be the Phillies manager on Tuesday? Will Kevin Long be the hitting coach? The team’s 9-19 start has fueled this speculation. Thomson addressed his job status following Sunday’s loss to the Braves. Meanwhile, Dave Dombrowski declined to address speculation about Alex Cora’s unexpected availability, after the Red Sox fired him on Saturday. We talk a lot about the h
Rock bottom yet? Phillies have lost nine straight
It’s hard to imagine how much worse things can get for the Phillies, but we’ll find out this weekend in Atlanta. The Phillies have lost nine consecutive games, following their first four-game sweep to the Cubs at Wrigley Field since 1973. The terrible run has Phillies manager Rob Thomson and hitting coach Kevin Long on the hot seat, while Dave Dombrowski’s job performance has com
Rob Thomson is on the hot seat
The Phillies have been playing bad baseball for weeks, and if they keep playing like this it could cost Rob Thomson his job. Should it? We discuss Dave Dombrowski’s comments on Tuesday in Chicago, and his role in the Phillies’ mess. It includes a historically bad start for the Phillies’ offense, a pitching staff that no longer seems to be a strength and more. Use our code for 10%
"We're not used to this:" Phillies off to their worst start since 2015
We’ll find out if this is rock bottom for the Phillies. They just got swept by the Braves. They’ve lost five in a row, 10 out of 13 and just finished their worst nine-game homestand in almost 17 years. They have the worst run differential in baseball, too. Yes, it’s even worse than the Mets, who have lost 11 in a row. The Phillies are hoping it’s just a bad start, but
Accountability coffee: Digging into the Phillies' 8-10 start
It’s not good, folks. The Phillies rank toward the bottom in baseball in most offensive categories. They have one of the highest ERAs in baseball. They rank as one of the worst defenses. They’re 8-10. They’ve been in worse spots before, but the longer this continues the more people wonder if they will dig out of it. We talk about everything that’s gone wrong, and who should
Aaron Nola talks Phillies, fastballs, J.T. Realmuto, Andrew Painter and more!
Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola joins the show! He’s having a charity poker tournament on Thursday night at Citizens Bank Park, which includes an auction of great stuff. We talked to Nola about the event, plus plenty of baseball. Why he loves throwing to J.T. Realmuto, what impresses him about Andrew Painter, how he got a little extra zip on his fastball this season, learning from Carlos Ru
“Just bad baseball:” Bryce Harper is frustrated following series finale
Bryce Harper made it short and quick following Sunday’s 4-3 loss to Arizona: “Just bad baseball.” What made it bad? Bad base running, a poor approach at the plate, just an overall lack of offense. We dig into the Phillies’ 7-8 start, and what is ailing the Phillies’ lineup. Plus, we look at who the Phils’ next cleanup hitter should be and more. Go to HelloFresh.
Restless and frustrated: We answer your Phillies questions
The Phillies have played only 12 games, but it doesn’t mean fans can’t be frustrated. But should they overreact? We asked you for your Phillies questions, and you delivered once again. We tackled everything from the offense to the hitting coach to the lineup to Alec Bohm’s slow start to the hitters' approach to swinging for the fences … do we detect a theme here? Use our c
Nobody hits: Phillies finish road trip with 20-straight scoreless innings
What happened out west? The Phillies opened a six-game road trip on Friday in Colorado by scoring seven runs in the first inning and winning 10-1. They scored two or fewer runs in four of the next five games, including consecutive shutout losses in San Francisco to finish the road trip. The Phillies are 6-6. It’s early, but the offense’s slow start has you wondering. We discuss the off
A series win: Phillies show flashes in Colorado
The Phillies scored seven runs in the first inning in Friday’s series opener in Colorado, and everybody had to be thinking … here comes the offense. The Phils won two of three this weekend in Colorado, but they scored only three runs in the final two games of the series. Fortunately, Jesús Luzardo pitched a gem in Saturday’s 2-1 victory. Unfortunately, Taijuan Walker did
Youth is served: Justin Crawford, Andrew Painter lead Phillies
Thank goodness for Phillies rookies Andrew Painter and Justin Crawford. Painter led the way to a victory on Tuesday, when he made his MLB debut. Crawford’s walk-off hit in the 10th inning on Wednesday allowed the Phillies to win their first series of the season. They’ve provided a jolt to the Phillies, who are struggling offensively. We talk about the kids, the Phillies’ slumping
Andrew Painter delivers in Phillies debut
Phillies fans had been waiting years for Andrew Painter’s Phillies debut. Painter had been waiting his entire life. But Tuesday’s MLB debut was worth the wait. Painter struck out eight and allowed just one run in 5 ⅓ innings against the Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. What impressed us the most about Painter’s debut? A lot of things. We dig into it. Love the show? Get Phillies S
A no-hit weekend: Phillies stumble in season-opening series
The Phillies won Opening Day, then stumbled badly this weekend in a season-opening series loss to the Rangers. They were no-hit through 4 ⅔ innings on Saturday. They were no-hit through five innings on Sunday. We found plenty to talk about, even though the offense did little. Plus, we look ahead at Andrew Painter’s MLB debut on Tuesday and more. Start your 7-day free trial today at
Bona Fide Superstar: Cristopher Sánchez leads Phillies on Opening Day
The Phillies opened another World Series-or-bust season with a solid 5-3 win over Texas on a beautiful Thursday afternoon at Citizens Bank Park. The Rangers called Cristopher Sánchez a bona fide superstar. Kyle Schwarber did his thing … hitting his third Opening Day homer for the Phillies in just five years. Alec Bohm showed he can be a cleanup hitter by smacking a three-run homer. A
Opening Day 2026: expectations and BOLD predictions
The Phillies will open the 2026 season on Thursday afternoon against Texas at Citizens Bank Park. We’ve got expectations and bold predictions for you, of course. But we’re also talking about Zack Wheeler’s rehab assignment, which begins Saturday with Triple-A Lehigh Valley. When will he be back? We talk about the Phillies’ lineup for Opening Day, which almost certainly will
The Pitching Staff’s Ace: Caleb Cotham joins the show!
Phillies pitching coach Caleb Cotham is one of the best pitching coaches in baseball. You know he’s good when Zack Wheeler swears by him. Cotham joined the show recently to talk about the Phillies’ pitching staff, offering fantastic insight on everybody from Wheeler to Aaron Nola to Andrew Painter to Cristopher Sanchez to Jesus Luzardo and more. We talk mound visits, gripping a changeu
Sánchez's new deal; Opening Day roster announced
Did anybody see this coming? The Phillies on Sunday surprised everybody by announcing a six-year, $107 million deal, which includes a $32.5 million club option for 2033 that can reach up to $44.5 million in value. We talk about the deal and break down the Phillies’ 2026 Opening Day roster, which Dave Dombrowski revealed. It’s Rafael Marchan over Garrett Stubbs. It’s Dylan Moore o
Bryce Harper's mission: chase less, walk more, win more
Bryce Harper returned to Phillies camp on Thursday, and he had several interesting things to say. He talked about playing for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, of course. But he also talked about his swing and how he has been chasing fewer pitches outside the strike zone. It’s a real focus of Harper’s, who has learned this spring that it won’t matter who’s protecting
Orion Kerkering joins! Talks new pitch, mindset and more
Phillies right-hander Orion Kerkering joined the show this week to talk about a lot of things: Will he be ready by Opening Day? Why he started throwing a splitter this offseason? How he throws his splitter, and his sweeper. How he bounced back from a crushing ending in Game 4 of the 2025 NLDS. What everybody’s like in the Phillies’ bullpen. And more! Get 10% off your first month of B
We predict the Phillies' Opening Day roster
A week from today, the Phillies will play their final Grapefruit League game in Clearwater, Fla. Three days after that, Opening Day is March 26 against the Rangers at Citizens Bank Park. Who is going to make the 26-man roster? Rafael Marchán or Garrett Stubbs as backup catcher? Stubbs, Dylan Moore or Bryan De La Cruz for the final bench job? Who gets the final two bullpen jobs? Kyle Backhus
Bravo! Aaron Nola looks "pretty dang good" this spring.
We say it almost every episode in the spring: Don’t go crazy over spring training performances -- good or bad. But Aaron Nola sure has looked good this spring. He pitched five scoreless innings for Team Italy in Wednesday night’s 9-1 victory over Mexico in the World Baseball Classic. Nola not only helped Italy go 4-0 in pool play, but he saved Team USA from potentially being eliminated
Jesús Luzardo, Phillies agree to 5-year, $135 million extension
EMERGENCY POD! News broke on Monday night that the Phillies and Jesús Luzardo have agreed to a five-year, $135 million contract extension, keeping him in a Phillies uniform through at least 2031. The Phillies also have a $32.5 million club option for 2032. The Phillies Show’s very own Jim Salisbury was first with the contract details. (This is why you listen to the show, folks.) We br
Simply the Best: Kyle Schwarber powers Team USA
Kyle Schwarber reminded everybody on Saturday that he’s one of the most feared, most highly regarded hitters in baseball. He crushed a tie-breaking home run against Great Britain in the World Baseball Classic. Schwarber has hit fourth and first for Team USA in the team’s first two games. It got us thinking about his potential for enshrinement in Cooperstown, N.Y. It’s &ldquo
Early signs from Phillies rotation
If everybody does their thing, the Phillies’ rotation is the team’s strength in 2026. There are questions, but the early performances from Cristopher Sanchez, Jesus Luzardo, Aaron Nola, Andrew Painter and Taijuan Walker have been encouraging. And so has the work of Zack Wheeler. We also discuss Jhoan Duran’s first spring appearance, Bryce Harper’s spring and the World Baseb
Your Phillies Spring Training Questions
Opening Day is less than a month away, and you’ve got questions about the Phillies. Ruben, Jim and Todd answered several of your questions, answering everything from the pressure facing Andrew Painter to Justin Crawford’s ability to play center field every day to players to watch now that many Phillies will be at the World Baseball Classic. Love the show? Get Phillies Show merchandise
Andrew Painter’s spring debut: two innings of hope and promise
Three years later, Andrew Painter delivered the goods. He threw two scoreless innings on Sunday against the Yankees in his first Grapefruit League start in exactly three years. It’s been a long road back for Painter, who had Tommy John surgery in 2023. But in a 20-pitch effort against several quality big leaguers, Painter pounded the strike zone and got early contact. What to make of it
Back Together: Bullpen Battles, Bohm & Painter from Clearwater!
It’s not often we get Ruben, Jim and Todd together in the same room for a show, but we made it happen Wednesday in Clearwater. They talked about Brad Keller and bullpen battles, a good early showing from Alec Bohm and Andrew Painter’s highly anticipated debut on Sunday against the Yankees. Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY
First Weekend Impressions: Justin Crawford and a Schwarbomb
The Phillies opened their Grapefruit League schedule this weekend. What did we see? What did we like? We talk Justin Crawford, Kyle Schwarber, Team USA (hockey and baseball) and more. Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited pr
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