PHLY Philadelphia Phillies Podcast

The Philadelphia Phillies pack their bags and head to Coors Field for a 3-game road series against the Colorado Rockies (April 3–5, 2026)! Coming off a home series victory against the Washington Nationals, can the Phils find their footing at one of the most hitter-friendly parks in baseball? We break down the matchups, pitching probables, lineup thoughts, and what this series means for the early 2026 season. We're also diving into the biggest off-field story looming over baseball: a potential MLB salary cap. How could a cap reshape the Phillies' roster and long-term plans? With a core built around big contracts, Philadelphia has more at stake than most. We give you our take on what it means for the future of this team. Konnor Griffin of the Pittsburgh Pirates just signed a record breaking contract before ever swinging the bat. 🔔 Subscribe for daily Phillies coverage all season long! 📅 Series Schedule: ⚾ Game 1 – Friday, April 3 @ 4:10 PM ET ⚾ Game 2 – Saturday, April 4 @ 8:10 PM ET ⚾ Game 3 – Sunday, April 5 @ 3:10 PM ET Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴⚾ Andrew Painter DELIVERS in his long-awaited MLB debut, dazzling Citizens Bank Park over 5.1 innings in one of the best rookie debuts in Phillies history! Can the Phillies close out the Washington Nationals in the series finale? Cristopher Sanchez takes the mound in the first day game of 2026 as Philadelphia looks to seal the deal. Kyle Schwarber & Adolis Garcia both homered Tuesday — now can Bryce Harper step up and ignite the Phillies offense? Plus, the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system continues to shake up the game — the Nationals ran out of challenges, and Jhoan Duran benefits, getting the save. Are teams still figuring out how to manage the new challenge system? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bryce Harper & the Philadelphia Phillies dropped two in a row to the Rangers & lose the opening series of the MLB season. Can Kyle Schwarber & Trea Turner & the rest of the Phillies offense get it together vs the Washington Nationals this week? Jesus Luzardo & Aaron Nola pitched this weekend and we look ahead to Andrew Painter making his Phillies debut this week. The ABS system was a star across Major League Baseball this weekend & we dissect the rest of the big happenings from this weekend! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia Phillies kicked off the 2025 season in dominant fashion, defeating the Texas Rangers at Citizens Bank Park. Cristopher Sanchez delivered a dominant outing on the mound, racking up 10 strikeouts to set the tone for the year. Kyle Schwarber and Alec Bohm each homered for Philadelphia, while highly anticipated rookie Justin Crawford recorded two hits in his Major League debut. Jhoan Duran made history at Citizens Bank Park in a moment Phillies fans won't forget. With an off day ahead, Philadelphia prepares for the remainder of their opening weekend series against Texas — with Aaron Nola and Jesús Luzardo lined up to take the ball next. Bryce Harper looks to ignite the home crowd as the Phillies build early momentum in 2025. ⚾ Topics covered in this video: — Cristopher Sanchez 10-strikeout performance — Kyle Schwarber & Alec Bohm home runs — Justin Crawford MLB debut — Jhoan Duran Phillies history moment — Phillies vs. Rangers series preview — Aaron Nola & Jesús Luzardo pitching matchups Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia Phillies & stars Bryce Harper, Trea Turner & Kyle Schwarber start the 2026 MLB Season with World Series aspirations. The Los Angeles Dodgers seem to be everyone’s sleek pick for another title. Will Cris Sanchez be a Cy Young candidate again? Can Zack Wheeler return to form, will Aaron Nola right the ship from last seasons disappointing performance? New additions like Andrew Painter, Brad Keller, Justin Crawford & Adolis Garcia look to be new faces in an otherwise similar lineup. Will it be enough to get them over the top, plus some bold predictions and discussion about Bryce Harper’s walk rates! Plus the NL East overview entering the season, what’s new with the Atlanta Braves, New York. Mets, Miami Marlins & Washington Nationals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Limited-Time Offer: Join the PHLY Diehards for just $3/mo*! https://allphly.com/intro-offer-youtube Score a brand-new Eagles Football Club shirt + full access to exclusive coverage, ad-free content & more Phillies & starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo came to an agreement on a 5 year extension today worth $135 million. The left handed starting pitcher will now anchor a Phillies future rotation of Cristopher Sanchez with young phenom Andrew Painter, creating a bridge to the future with an agin Zack Wheeler & Aaron Nola. Dave Dombrowski and the Phillies front office made sure the player they traded for last year from the Miami Marlins didn’t hit free agency at seasons end. The Phillies now secure the future of one of the NL East’s better starting rotations. 🤝 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkfUbHq1zhQo5oqLrGttp8Q/join 👕 CHECK OUT OUR MERCH! https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/phly-locker 🏈👀 BALL-KNOWER BONUS! https://promotion.allcitynetwork.com/all An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: www.youtube.com/@PHLY_Sports ALL THINGS PHLY: WEBSITE: http://allPHLY.com/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/phly-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @PHLY_Sports Instagram: @PHLY_Sports Become a PHLY Diehard and get access to premium content, our Discord channel, discounts on merch, and a free shirt! Sign up here: https://allphly.com/join-diehard/ PHLY Sports is now streaming on ROKU! Search “PHLY” on the Roku Channel. – Support the show! AIRDNA: Discover how much money you can make by renting your house for the World Cup at https://AirDNA.co/PHLY MARS MEN: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com BET365: New customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets when you Bet just $5. Use the code PHLY365 to sign up, deposit $10 and claim your offer. https://www.bet365.com/hub/en-us/app-hero-banner-1?utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=usapp&utm_medium=affiliate&affiliate=365_03485316 MONARCH: Use code PHLY at Monarch.com for half off your first year. That’s 50% off your first year at Monarch.com with code PHLY. XFINITY: Sports are unpredictable. Your internet bill shouldn’t be. Xfinity’s Five-Year Price Guarantee means one price, five years. No strings attached. Learn more at Xfinity.com. GAMETIME: Download the Gametime app and create an account with code PHLY for $20 off your first purchase. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Must be 21+ and physically located in PA. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help call or TEXT 1-800-GAMBLER When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Harrison Bader officially signs with the San Francisco Giants on a 2-year, $20.5M deal. While the Phillies have committed to Justin Crawford in CF and signed Adolis Garcia to play RF, was a re-union with Bader out of the question for that length of contract? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Despite another successful regular season, winning the NL East for the 2nd straight season, the Phillies were quickly eliminated by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 4 games in the NLDS. With lack of playoff success over the last 2 seasons, could Rob Thomson shake up the Phillies top of the lineup that includes Trea Turner, Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber? Plus, the Phillies have added 27 players to the Spring Training Roster through Non-Roster Invites to camp. are there any players who could make the team off these invites? And, it's our Snow Day festivities, so we're discussing our favorite "bad" movies that have less than a 50% on Rotten Tomatoes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How do the Phillies patch the starting rotation until Zack Wheeler returns? 🤔 On today’s episode, we break down the current state of the Phillies’ rotation depth, explore internal options vs. potential external help, and discuss how much urgency the front office should act with until Wheeler is healthy. We also react to MLB’s Top 100 Players list, highlighting which Phillies made the cut. Plus, we dive into the Mackenzie Gore trade to the Texas Rangers and play our weekly edition of “Remember Me?” trivia! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Phillies President of Baseball Operations, Dave Dombrowski, spoke yesterday, and among other things, said the Phillies are "content" where they're at right now after missing out on Bo Bichette and re-signing JT Realmuto. Fans are not happy about the lack of outside moves made this offseason. Are the Phillies just "good" this year? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phillies missed out on signing Bo Bichette. So what happens now? On this episode of the PHLY Phillies Podcast, we break down what the Phillies’ front office does next after losing out on one of the top names on the market. Are there internal options ready to step up? Or is another trade or free-agent move still coming? We analyze how missing on Bo Bichette impacts the Phillies’ short and long-term plans, what it means for the lineup, and which realistic alternatives could still be on the table. Plus, the Los Angeles Dodgers are compiling a super team after signing Kyle Tucker. But we'll discuss why the Dodgers AREN'T the biggest problem for MLB. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JT Realmuto is back in Philadelphia for another 3 seasons, as the Phillies and their catcher reunite for $15M AAV. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breaking news: The New york Mets have signed Bo Bichette to a 3-year, $126M deal, as the Phillies reported offer of 7-years and $200M was declined. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ranger Suarez has thrown his final pitch as a member of the Philadelphia Phillies, as it's reported that he is signing a 5-year, $130M deal with the Boston Red Sox. We break down the Ranger's Phillies tenure as one of the most beloved starters in recent years and how he will help the Boston Red Sox. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Could the Philadelphia Phillies land Bo Bichette by offering more years on a long-term contract? On today’s PHLY Phillies Podcast, we break down whether a longer deal could entice Bichette to choose Philadelphia. We also dive into JT Realmuto’s lack of suitors around the league and why a quieter market for Realmuto could work in the Phillies’ favor. Could the Phillies realistically retain Realmuto AND add Bichette this offseason? Plus, we react to several major MLB storylines: Reports that the New York Mets offered Kyle Tucker a $50M AAV on a shorter-term deal Nolan Arenado being traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks Our latest installment of “Remember Me?” Trivia, testing your MLB knowledge Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After the Chicago Cubs surprised the baseball world this weekend by signing Alex Bregman to a 5-year deal, the Boston Red Sox find themselves without a 3rd baseman. Could they cause trouble for the Phillies in potentially trying to sign free agent Bo Bichette this week? Plus, we take a look at MLB.com’s first 2026 power rankings and react to where the Phillies stack up against the rest of Major League Baseball. Are the Phillies positioned as a top 5 team in baseball again this year? We also dive into the Edward Cabrera trade between the Miami Marlins and Chicago Cubs, analyzing what both teams gain and how the move fits into the bigger MLB landscape. To wrap things up, we bring you another edition of Ethan’s Top 10 Blind Rankings, where surprises are guaranteed and debates are inevitable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What would a Jesús Luzardo contract extension look like for the Philadelphia Phillies? On today’s PHLY Phillies Podcast, we break down a potential long-term deal for Luzardo and whether the Phillies should lock him up. We compare Jesús Luzardo to two mystery starting pitchers with similar performance and profiles, examining what they earned in free agency over the past few years. Using those contracts as benchmarks, we project the possible years, average annual value, and total cost of a Luzardo extension in Philadelphia. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow PHLY for daily Phillies coverage, MLB analysis, and contract breakdowns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The PHLY Phillies Podcast is back with a loaded show! 🔔 We dive into reports that the Phillies and Bo Bichette are set to meet on Monday to discuss his free agency. What would a potential fit look like in Philadelphia, and how realistic is the buzz? 👀 Plus: - Alec Bohm and all Phillies arbitration-eligible players agree to one-year deals to avoid arbitration - Comparing the Edward Cabrera trade to the Jesus Luzardo trade - Why Tarik Skubal’s arbitration case is historic and what it means for MLB players going forward - Friday Phillies Trivia to test your knowledge 🧠⚾ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the PHLY Phillies Podcast! 🎧 Available wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Watch live and on-demand right here on YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JT Realmuto’s free agency continues to drag on, and Phillies fans are getting restless. In today’s episode, we break down why Realmuto may be holding out in contract negotiations, what the numbers say about his value, and why the delay remains frustrating for Philadelphia. We also discuss the latest news surrounding the Oakland / Las Vegas Athletics, as the team is denied the trademark for “Las Vegas Athletics.” What does this mean for the franchise’s relocation plans and branding moving forward? Plus, we wrap up the show with our Wednesday Remember Me Trivia, testing your baseball knowledge with a deep-cut blast from the past. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia Phillies have hired long-time coach, Don Mattingly, to be the Bench Coach for the 2026 season. Mattingly has manager experience, as well, having led the Dodgers and Marlins in his career. He's worked with Phillies Manager Rob Thomson before, and has spent the last few years with the Toronto Blue Jays. Why is this important? Because he's spent the last few years with free agent, Bo Bichette. Can the Phillies use Mattingly to help land the free agent infielder? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With 50 days until Clearwater and Phillies Spring Training, we ask the big question: have the Phillies improved heading into 2026? On this episode of the PHLY Phillies Podcast, we break down where the roster stands, what’s changed, and what still needs to happen before camp opens in Florida. We dive into what 2026 could look like for Alec Bohm, and whether this will be his final year in Philadelphia. Plus, Bill Matz goes off with a Bryce Harper rant, covering expectations, and the "Not Elite" topic of the Offseason. We wrap things up with our weekly “Remember Me” trivia, testing your knowledge of former players and moments from the past. 🎙️ Topics include: Phillies outlook with 50 days until Spring Training Have the Phillies improved for the 2026 season? Alec Bohm’s future with the Phillies Bryce Harper discussion & rant from Bill Matz Remember Me trivia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tatsuya Imai’s posting period is coming to an end this Friday. Are the Phillies a real fit to sign the Japanese star pitcher, or is another MLB team better positioned to land Imai? We break down the latest on Imai’s market, what he’s looking for, and whether Philadelphia is truly in play in the final days of his posting window. Plus, we wrap up the 2025 MLB season with a full Year in Review, including a Phillies season recap and our Top 5 lists for the best hitters, pitchers, biggest surprises, and more from around baseball. Don’t miss our deep dive into what defined the 2025 season and what it means heading into the offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the PHLY Phillies Podcast! As we get to the Holiday season, we've put together our wish list for the remainder of the Philadelphia Phillies offseason? What are your realistic expectations? What's your biggest hope this Christmas? Does JT Realmuto definitely return? Could the Phillies still have a big move left by signing Alex Bregman or Tatsuya Imai? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phillies made an offseason move, trading Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals for right-handed pitcher Jonathan Bowlan. In today’s show, we break down the Strahm trade, why Philadelphia made the move, and what it signals about the Phillies’ offseason plans moving forward. Does this open the door for another addition or a bigger roster shakeup? We also discuss the impending end of Munetake Murakami’s posting period this weekend, what it means for MLB teams, and whether the Phillies could realistically be involved. To wrap things up, it’s Friday Phillies Trivia, testing our knowledge of Phillies history and recent seasons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breaking news, the Philadelphia Phillies have traded left handed reliever Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals in exchange to for right handed reliever Jonathan Bowlan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phillies outfield picture for 2026 is coming into focus after the Adolis García signing, and Dave Dombrowski says it may be “pretty much set.” On today’s PHLY Phillies Podcast, we break down what García’s arrival means for the future of the Phillies outfield, including the roles of Brandon Marsh and top prospect Justin Crawford. We also discuss the latest buzz surrounding Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai, including which teams are emerging as finalists in the international free agent sweepstakes and whether the Phillies are still in the mix. Plus, it’s Wednesday, which means our weekly “Remember Me?” Phillies trivia game is back. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BREAKING NEWS: The Phillies have signed outfielder Adolis Garcia to a 1-year, $10M deal. The PHLY Phillies Podcast breaks down how Merrill Kelly’s 2-year, $40M deal with the Diamondbacks reshapes the Ranger Suárez free agent market. What does Kelly’s $20M AAV mean for Suárez’s next contract, and how should the Phillies be viewing his value as the MLB hot stove heats up? PHNX Diamondbacks host Derek Montilla joins the show to give insight into Kelly’s deal from Arizona’s perspective, while we compare contract comps, AAV expectations, and what teams may be willing to pay for top-tier pitching. Plus, we dive into the latest MLB free agency and trade rumors and wrap things up with an “On This Day” moment 15 years in the making. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the PHLY Phillies Podcast as we break down J.T. Realmuto’s free agency and the big question on every Phillies fan’s mind: Should the Phillies offer Realmuto a 3-year contract? We dig into whether a third year makes sense, how the market may shape his value, and what a potential deal could mean for the team moving forward.AllPHLY.com’s Jim Salisbury joins the show to talk Realmuto’s future, Kyle Schwarber’s return, Ranger Suárez’s next contract, and the latest rumors across MLB free agency.We finish up the episode with another fun edition of “Remember Me?” trivia that we didn’t get to on Wednesday. The category: Players who signed 5-year deals in free agency over the years.If you’re a Phillies fan or following MLB offseason news, this is the deep dive you don’t want to miss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phillies make major moves! Kyle Schwarber re-signs on a 5-year, $150M contract, and manager Rob Thomson receives an extension through 2027. On today’s PHLY Phillies Podcast, we break down what these deals mean for the team’s future, clubhouse culture, and postseason expectations.We also dive into Billadelphia’s take on Rob Thomson, how the Phillies’ manager is viewed inside the fanbase, and what this extension signals about the organization’s long-term direction.Plus, with the Rule 5 Draft happening today, we take a look at potential Phillies targets, roster implications, and players they could lose. And don’t miss our next edition of “Remember Me?” Phillies trivia—test your knowledge and play along!🔔 Subscribe for daily Phillies news, reactions & analysis!👍 Like the video if you’re excited about Schwarber’s return and Thomson’s extension. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle Schwarber is BACK! Jeff Passan reports that the Philadelphia Phillies and Kyle Schwarber have agreed to a 5-year deal worth $150M to bring back the Phillies slugger through 2030. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the PHLY Phillies Podcast as we break down a massive day in baseball news. Barry Bonds was not selected by the Contemporary Era Committee for the Baseball Hall of Fame, while Jeff Kent did get the call. What does this mean for future Hall of Fame voting and the legacy debates that follow? We also dive into the Mariners’ surprising move, trading Top-100 prospect Harry Ford to the Nationals for Jose Ferrer. How does this deal reshape the market, and what impact could it have on the Phillies, especially regarding Matt Strahm’s trade value? Plus, we discuss what all of this means for JT Realmuto, the Phillies’ roster construction, and how Dave Dombrowski may approach the weeks ahead. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join the conversation in the comments! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Kyle Schwarber close to making his free agency decision during the MLB Winter Meetings? The PHLY Phillies crew breaks down the latest on Schwarber’s market, and how Philadelphia would be impacted if he signs elsewhere. What does his decision mean for the lineup, the DH spot, and the team’s offseason plans? PLUS… Tyler has to follow through on his promise. That’s right, he’s eating McDonald’s, despite absolutely hating it. Come for the Schwarber talk, stay for the chaos. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.