PHLY Philadelphia Phillies Podcast

The Philadelphia Phillies pitching staff is carrying this team on its back — and we're breaking it ALL down! Zack Wheeler continues to cement his case as one of the best starters in baseball, and Cristopher Sanchez has been absolutely filthy on the mound. But the Phillies offense? That's a different story. The bats have gone cold at the worst possible times, and we're getting into exactly what's gone wrong and what needs to change. Plus — Bryce Harper's tooth brushing moment went viral and the internet can't stop talking about it. We react, we laugh, and we break down why Bryce Harper is just built different. 🗣️ What's working, what's not, and what's next for your Philadelphia Phillies — this is the show for die-hard Phillies fans. ⚾ Topics covered in this episode: ✅ Zack Wheeler's dominance & his 2026 Cy Young case ✅ Cristopher Sanchez emerging as an ace-level arm ✅ Phillies offensive struggles — why the bats have gone silent ✅ Bryce Harper's viral tooth brushing moment ✅ Phillies vs. Padres series preview ✅ Can this pitching carry Philly deep into 2026? 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss a Phillies episode! 👍 Like the video if you rep the red pinstripes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The streak is OVER. The Philadelphia Phillies dropped their first series under interim manager Don Mattingly, falling to the Cincinnati Reds 9-4 in Wednesday's rubber match at Citizens Bank Park. Mattingly's record dips to 16-6 after guiding the Phillies on one of the most remarkable turnarounds in baseball — taking over a team that was 9-19 and winning every series he managed, defeating the Giants, Marlins, Athletics, Rockies, Red Sox, and Pirates along the way. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phillies Are BACK! Sanchez Is Filthy, Stott & Bohm Exploding + Can They Win a 7th Straight?| The Philadelphia Phillies are on an absolute TEAR 🔥 — riding a 5-game winning streak and going 16-4 under interim manager Don Mattingly after a disastrous 9-19 start to 2026. In today's episode, we break down everything fueling this Phillies resurgence. 🔴 CRISTOPHER SANCHEZ — THE BEST PITCHER IN THE NL? Sanchez sits 4th in ERA (1.82) and tied for 1st in strikeouts (80) among MLB starters. He's now the second pitcher in the modern era to post a 3-start span with 24+ innings pitched, 30+ strikeouts, no more than 1 walk, and 0 runs allowed — the other was Clayton Kershaw in 2015. The ace is carrying this team. ⚾ STOTT & BOHM ARE WAKING UP Stott has racked up 11 extra-base hits including five homers over his last 19 games, pushing his slugging percentage from .263 to .404. Bohm has recorded a hit in nine straight games since getting benched by Mattingly. With Schwarber out of the lineup Monday, both Bohm and Stott homered to power the Phillies to a come-from-behind 5-4 win over the Reds. 🏆 CAN THEY WIN THE SERIES vs. CINCINNATI? With the Phillies now sitting at 25-23 and hungry for more, a series win over the Reds would push the streak to 7 straight wins. Philly baseball is BACK, and this team is built differently when everybody's clicking. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴 PHILLIES SWEEP THE PIRATES | Wheeler & Sánchez DOMINATE Pittsburgh 🔴 The Philadelphia Phillies just sent a message to the entire National League — and it came in the form of back-to-back shutouts. We break down the Phillies' dominant three-game sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park (May 15–17, 2026), headlined by two of the best pitching performances of the 2026 MLB season. Cristopher Sánchez was absolutely electric, striking out a career-high 13 batters while throwing the second complete-game shutout of his career in a 6-0 win. Then, Zack Wheeler followed it up with seven scoreless innings, averaging 96.1 mph on his fastball and outdueling reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes in the series finale. The sweep pushed the Phillies back over .500 at 24-23 — their first winning record since early April — after digging out of a 9-19 hole that cost their Opening Day manager his job. ✅ Sánchez's career-high 13-K shutout gem ✅ Wheeler vs. Skenes — ace vs. ace breakdown ✅ Bryce Harper's home run & the fifth-inning explosion ✅ The Phillies' stunning turnaround under Don Mattingly ✅ Are Wheeler & Sánchez Cy Young contenders in 2026? 🔔 Subscribe for daily Philadelphia Phillies coverage, MLB analysis, and Phillies Nation content all season long! #Phillies #PhiladelphiaPhillies #ZackWheeler #CristopherSanchez #PhilliesSweep #MLBHighlights #BeatPittsburgh #RingTheBell #MLB2026 #PhilliesNation #PittsburghPirates #NLEast #BryceHarper #DonMattingly #PhilliesPitching 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 keep finding ways to win — and they just did it in dramatic fashion at Fenway Park. Don Mattingly's Phillies have now won FIVE straight series since he took over as interim manager on April 28, going an incredible 11-3 in that stretch and slowly clawing their way back toward .500. But this series win came with extra drama. Jesús Luzardo squared off against former Phillies ace Ranger Suárez — now in a Red Sox uniform after signing a 5-year, $140 million deal with Boston — in one of the most emotionally charged pitching matchups of the 2026 season. Two lefties, two brothers on opposite sides. Luzardo answered the call, tossing six scoreless innings to outlast Suárez, silencing questions about whether the Phillies made the right call picking him over their old friend. And then there's Kyle Schwarber. The man simply will not stop hitting home runs. Schwarber launched his MLB-leading 18th homer of the season — his 7th in 7 games — to break the scoreless tie and put the Phillies ahead for good in a 3-1 win. He's now tied a Phillies franchise record by going deep in five consecutive games, joining legends like Mike Schmidt, Dick Allen, Bobby Abreu, Chase Utley, and Trea Turner. We break it all down today — Mattingly's winning formula, what the Luzardo vs. Suárez showdown tells us about the Phillies' rotation future, and just how far Schwarber can take this historic hot streak. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴 PHILLIES WIN AGAIN! Schwarber Bombs Another HR, Wheeler Deals & Mattingly's 900th Victory | PHLY Phillies Show The Philadelphia Phillies are ROLLING and we're breaking it all down! In tonight's show, we dive deep into the Phillies' latest victory over the Boston Red Sox (2-1) as this team continues to build one of the best records in baseball. Kyle Schwarber crushed another home run — his latest blast in what is shaping up to be a historic home run pace for the big slugger. Are we watching a potential 50+ HR season? We crunch the numbers. Zack Wheeler was absolutely DOMINANT once again, going 7.1 innings, giving up just 1 earned run on 6 hits, striking out 4 and lowering his ERA to a jaw-dropping 1.23. Is Wheeler the best pitcher in the National League right now? We make the case. Plus — Don Mattingly reached a MASSIVE milestone, picking up his 900th career managerial win! We look back at Donnie Baseball's incredible managing career and what this milestone means for his Hall of Fame case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴⚪ PHILLIES WIN 4TH STRAIGHT SERIES UNDER DON MATTINGLY! Schwarber BOMBS Two HRs, Sanchez DOMINATES on the Mound 🔥 The Philadelphia Phillies are on fire! The Phillies beat the Colorado Rockies 6-0 on Sunday at Citizens Bank Park, securing their fourth straight series win and moving to 10-3 under interim manager Don Mattingly. 💣 KYLE SCHWARBER is in another stratosphere right now. Schwarber launched a pair of home runs in the first and second innings, giving him five home runs in his last four games and 16 on the season — tied atop the MLB home run leaderboard. The man is an absolute force of nature. 🏟️ CRISTOPHER SANCHEZ was nothing short of brilliant on the mound. Sanchez bookended the homestand with two pitching gems — following up eight shutout innings with 10 strikeouts against the Athletics with seven more shutout innings against the Rockies, striking out seven and walking none. 📈 THE MATTINGLY EFFECT IS REAL. Philadelphia was just 9-19 when Mattingly took over, and has now followed six straight series losses with four straight series wins — the first time that's happened since 1984. This Phillies team is peaking at the right time. Red October is still very much in play. Don't miss a moment of the run! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴 PHILLIES IN CRISIS? Andrew Painter STRUGGLES in MLB Debut Era, Alec Bohm BENCHED & Brandon Marsh Is On Fire🔥! Andrew Painter has finally arrived in the big leagues, but it hasn't been smooth sailing. After a brutal 2025 season in Triple-A where he posted a 5.40 ERA in 22 starts with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, the top pitching prospect is carrying that inconsistency into his MLB debut. Just this week, Painter was lit up by the Athletics — surrendering 7 runs in just 3⅔ innings — as his fastball command issues continue to plague him. Is this just rookie growing pains, or is there a bigger issue with the former No. 1 pitching prospect? We dive deep into whether the Phillies need to manage his workload, send him back down, or trust the process. Meanwhile, Alec Bohm's 2026 nightmare continues. The former All-Star and Phillies cleanup hitter is slashing a dismal .159/.227/.433 OPS through 35+ games — the second-worst OPS of any qualified hitter in all of baseball. This week, interim manager Don Mattingly pinch-hit for Bohm for the FIRST TIME in his career and then sat him entirely the following night in favor of Edmundo Sosa. Is it time to officially bench Bohm? Could a trade be coming? With free agency looming and a personal legal battle off the field, we discuss whether the Phillies can afford to keep running him out there. And in the middle of all this chaos, one Phillie is RAKING: Brandon Marsh. The outfielder has been one of the best hitters in the National League over the last calendar year, slashing .280 in 2025 and now posting a .336/.362/.513 line with 4 home runs and 19 RBIs through his first 33 games in 2026. He ranks second in batting average among all qualified hitters this season. We talk about whether Marsh is finally becoming the player the Phillies always hoped he'd be — and whether he deserves more recognition. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔔 SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE BELL for daily Philadelphia Phillies coverage! The Philadelphia Phillies are ROLLING and showing NO signs of slowing down! In this video, we break down the latest Phillies action, including Bryce Harper doing what only legends do — carrying this offense on his back night after night and proving why he's the best player in baseball. 🔴⚪ Plus, Cristopher Sanchez is BACK and looking like the dominant, shutdown lefty we knew he could be — this is the Cristopher Sanchez the Phillies need as they push for another deep postseason run. After sweeping the Miami Marlins (including a 1-0 gem) and absolutely DISMANTLING the Athletics 9-1 at Citizens Bank Park, the Phillies are clicking on all cylinders heading into the rest of the homestand. 🎙️ In this episode we cover: ✅ Bryce Harper's elite performance and why he's an MVP frontrunner ✅ Cristopher Sanchez returning to vintage form ✅ Phillies' recent wins & offensive explosion ✅ What's next for the Phillies as they host the Colorado Rockies The 2026 Phillies are built different. Red October is coming early. 🔥 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia Phillies are back! 🔴⚾ After enduring a brutal 10-game losing streak that cost manager Rob Thomson his job, the Phillies have turned things around in a big way — and ace right-hander Zack Wheeler is leading the charge. Wheeler made his highly anticipated return from thoracic outlet decompression surgery on April 26th, delivering a gutsy five-inning, six-strikeout performance against the Atlanta Braves to help snap the skid. In his second start, he dominated the Miami Marlins with eight strikeouts over six innings, earning his first win of 2026. The Phillies have now won four straight and are playing like one of the hottest teams in baseball under interim manager Don Mattingly. In this video, we break down: ✅ Zack Wheeler's comeback from blood clot surgery and what his return means for the rotation ✅ How the Phillies flipped from MLB's worst starting pitching ERA to a surging winning streak ✅ Don Mattingly's impact since taking over as interim manager ✅ What's next for Philadelphia as they look to climb back into contention The Phillies went from dead in the water to must-watch baseball — and it all started with Wheeler stepping back on the mound. Ring the Bell, Philly! 🔔 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴 DON MATTINGLY'S PERFECT START | Phillies Back-to-Back Walk-Off Wins Breakdown Don Mattingly couldn't have asked for a better beginning in Philadelphia. The new Phillies manager is off to a perfect start, and the Philly faithful are already believers. In this episode, we break down everything from Mattingly's early managerial decisions to the back-to-back walk-off wins that have Citizens Bank Park absolutely buzzing. What's working? What does this mean for the 2025 Phillies season? We've got all the analysis, highlights, and hot takes you need. 🔥 IN THIS EPISODE: • Don Mattingly's perfect managerial debut — what he's doing differently • Breaking down both walk-off wins play by play • What this early momentum means for the Phillies' playoff hopes • Key players stepping up under the new skipper • Phillies fan reactions & our predictions going forward ⚾ Whether you're a die-hard Phillies fan or just love great baseball, this is must-watch content. The Mattingly era in Philadelphia is off to a legendary start — and we're here for all of it. 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 FIRED manager Rob Thomson and named Don Mattingly as interim manager for the remainder of the 2026 season. After a brutal 9-19 start — tied with the Mets for the worst record in baseball — president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski pulled the trigger on a major shakeup at Citizens Bank Park. Thomson, who compiled a 355-270 record and guided the Phillies to four straight postseason appearances including a 2022 World Series run, was let go just 28 games into his newly extended contract. Despite all the success, a $300M+ payroll and the worst start in recent memory made a change inevitable. Enter Don Mattingly — the Yankees legend and 12-year MLB managerial veteran — who was serving as bench coach before being elevated to the top job. In a historic first, Mattingly will manage a team whose GM is his own son, Preston Mattingly. Dusty Wathan moves up to bench coach, and Triple-A skipper Anthony Contreras joins as third-base coach. Can Mattingly spark a turnaround like Thomson did in 2022? The Phillies are already 10.5 games behind the red-hot Braves. Time is NOT on their side. ⚾ TOPICS COVERED • Rob Thomson fired after 9-19 start • Don Mattingly named interim Phillies manager • Dave Dombrowski press conference reaction • Thomson's legacy: 4 postseasons, 1 pennant, 355 wins • Can the Phillies still turn their 2026 season around? 🔔 Subscribe for daily Philadelphia Phillies coverage, MLB news, and breaking roster moves. #Phillies #RobThomson #DonMattingly #Philadelphia #MLB #PhilliesNews #MLBNews #GoPhils #NLEast #BaseballNews 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 officially fired manager Rob Thomson after a disastrous 9-19 start to the 2026 season — their worst 28-game start since 2002. Don Mattingly has been named interim manager as the Phillies look to turn things around. Thomson took over as Phillies manager in June 2022 when Joe Girardi was let go, and went on to lead the team to four straight playoff appearances and two NL East division titles. But a brutal 10-game losing streak and a roster that fell 10 games below .500 for the first time since 2017 forced the organization's hand. Despite a $317 million payroll and World Series expectations, the Phillies found themselves battling for last place in the NL East. – Why the Phillies fired Rob Thomson – Don Mattingly's role as interim manager – Whether Dave Dombrowski should be next – What this means for Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and the rest of the Phillies' roster – Can Philadelphia still salvage the 2026 season? Subscribe for the latest Phillies news, MLB analysis, and breaking baseball updates! #Phillies #RobThomson #MLB #PhiladelphiaPhillies #DonMattingly #MLBNews #BaseballNews #NLEast #PhilliesFired #BryceHarper Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴⚾ PHILLIES IN CRISIS: Rob Thomson on the Hot Seat + Alex Cora Firing Sends Shockwaves Through MLB | Phillies Show 🔥😱 The 2026 Philadelphia Phillies are in full-blown early-season crisis mode — and the question everyone in Philly is asking is: how long before Rob Thomson pays the price? 👀🔥 On today's show, we break down everything going wrong with your Philadelphia Phillies. 😤 The rotation is historically bad, ranking 28th in MLB in ERA 📉. Trea Turner is hitting under .225. Alec Bohm is barely above .150. The Phillies have already been shut out three times in 2026, and after a brutal 2-7 home-stand capped by a Braves sweep 🧹, they now sit 9.5 games back in the NL East — the worst team in the National League. 💀 But the BIGGEST story in baseball today? 🚨 The Boston Red Sox just fired manager Alex Cora — the first in-season managerial firing of 2026 — just 27 games into the season. And here's where it gets interesting for Phillies fans 👇: baseball insiders are already connecting Alex Cora directly to Phillies president Dave Dombrowski 🤝, who has a well-known close relationship with the now-former Red Sox skipper. Could Cora be the next Phillies manager? 🤔 And does his firing put even MORE pressure on Rob Thomson? 😰 We're discussing all of it today. 🎙️ • 😤 What is ACTUALLY wrong with the Phillies offense in 2026? • 🔥 Is Rob Thomson's job in danger? • 🚨 Alex Cora fired in Boston — what it means for the MLB manager market • 👀 Could Alex Cora end up managing the Phillies? • 💪 Zack Wheeler's return — is it too little, too late? • ⚡ Which Phillies players need to step up NOW 👍 Like this video if you think the Phillies need to make a change in the dugout! 💬 Comment below — Should the Phillies fire Rob Thomson? Would you want Alex Cora in Philadelphia? 🤔⚾ #Phillies #PhiladelphiaPhillies #RobThomson #AlexCora #RedSox #MLB2026 #PhilliesNation #PhiladelphiaPhillies2026 #MLBNews #PhilliesShow #NLEast #BryceHarper #TreaTurner #KyleSchwarber #ZackWheeler #MLBManager #PhilliesTalk Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🚨 The Philadelphia Phillies are in COMPLETE freefall! 😱 After entering 2026 as one of baseball's biggest contenders, the Phillies have lost 9 straight games — the longest active losing streak in Major League Baseball 📉 — and now sit at an embarrassing 8-17 record, tied for the worst in the entire league. 😬 Even more shocking? Philadelphia carries one of baseball's biggest payrolls at $285 million 💰, with a $320 million luxury tax payroll, yet NOTHING is working. Their run differential stands at -50 😤, by far the worst mark in ALL of MLB. 🤯 ⚾ The offense? A total disaster. 💀 The Phillies rank second-to-last in batting average, 27th in hits, and near last in runs scored. They've scored just 16 runs over their last 8 games 😳, struck out 12+ times in 11 of their 24 games, and went an absolutely BRUTAL 0-for-26 with runners in scoring position over a stretch of 6 games. 📊 Pitching 🪣, hitting 😤, and defense 🤦 have all been a complete and utter catastrophe. 🔥 In this video, we break down EXACTLY what has gone wrong for the Phillies 🔍, whether manager Rob Thomson is officially on the hot seat 💺🌡️, and if this $285 million roster 💸 can turn things around before the season completely slips away. ⏳ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴 PHILLIES IN CRISIS? | Thomson Safe, Bohm Struggling & NL Elite Exposing Philadelphia's Flaws Dave Dombrowski says Rob Thomson's job is safe — but should Phillies fans believe him? In today's video, we break down everything happening inside Citizens Bank Park as the Philadelphia Phillies continue to face tough questions in 2025. 🔥 TOPICS COVERED: ✅ Dave Dombrowski breaks silence — Is Rob Thomson REALLY not on the hot seat? ✅ Alec Bohm's offensive struggles: Is he HURTING the Phillies lineup? ✅ Are the Phillies actually BETTER without Bohm in the lineup? ✅ Why do the Phillies keep struggling against the NL's BEST teams? ✅ Can Philadelphia contend in the NL East with these issues unresolved? The Phillies have the talent to compete, but costly losses against NL powerhouses like the Mets, Dodgers, and Braves are raising serious red flags. We dig into the numbers, the lineup construction, and what needs to change for Philly to turn things around. Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for daily Philadelphia Phillies coverage, MLB analysis, and NL East updates! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia Phillies are in CRISIS MODE. 🔴⚾ The two-time defending NL East champions have stumbled out of the gate in 2026, and things are getting ugly fast. After a disastrous 2-7 home stand — capped by getting swept by the Atlanta Braves — the Phillies now sit five games under .500 and 6.5 games back in the NL East. At 8-13, this is the franchise's worst start since 2015, when the Phillies were on their way to 99 losses. In today's video, we break down EVERYTHING going wrong — and what could save this season. 🔥 ROB THOMSON ON THE HOT SEAT? Firing Rob Thomson would be the most drastic move the Phillies could make, but it may become necessary if the struggles continue. Don Mattingly has been floated as a potential replacement, with some suggesting that a new voice in the clubhouse could be the only spark this team needs. Thomson has kept his composure publicly, but showed visible frustration after the Braves sweep — not in theatrics, but in tone. Ken Rosenthal listed Phillies, Mets & Astros as teams with bigger issues than their managers, but those 3 could find themselves on the hot seat anyway. ⚖️ ALEC BOHM'S FAMILY LAWSUIT Off the field, Alec Bohm is dealing with a stunning legal battle. Bohm filed a lawsuit alleging his parents, Daniel and Lisa, moved large amounts of his money into financial accounts they managed and then used some of that cash to pay their own expenses. The lawsuit seeks at least $3 million in damages, full control of the accounts, and requires his parents to hire an accountant to track every dollar transferred. 🚀 ANDREW PAINTER — A BRIGHT SPOT While most of the rotation has struggled, highly-touted rookie Andrew Painter has been a silver lining. Painter made his long-awaited MLB debut on March 31 after coming back from Tommy John surgery, and impressed immediately — striking out eight batters across 5.1 innings against Washington. Overall, he's posted a 3.77 ERA across 14.1 innings in his first three outings, showing the ceiling of a future frontline starter despite the team's woes around him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴 PHILLIES IN CRISIS? Home Field Nightmare, Luzardo's Meltdown & Phils Can't Hit Lefties + Angry Fan Tweets The Philadelphia Phillies are 8-10 and the alarm bells are ringing at Citizens Bank Park. In today's episode, we break down THREE major concerns threatening to derail this team's 2026 season — plus your UNFILTERED reactions in our Angry Fan Tweets segment! 🏟️ NO HOME FIELD ADVANTAGE? Citizens Bank Park used to be a fortress. Now it feels like a vacation spot for opposing teams. We dig into why the Phillies aren't protecting their home turf and what it means for the rest of the season. ⚾ JESÚS LUZARDO'S EARLY-SEASON DISASTER The Phillies gave him a 5-year, $135 million extension — and through four starts, Luzardo has a bloated 7.94 ERA, has surrendered 28 hits in 22⅔ innings, and allowed five or more earned runs in THREE of those outings. Is he tipping pitches again? Is this a fluke or something more serious? We break it all down. 🆚 PHILLIES VS. LEFT-HANDED PITCHING: THE WORST IN BASEBALL A .158 batting average and dead-last ranking in the MLB against southpaws. The Phils are 0-4 in games started by a left-hander this season. Shota Imanaga, Robbie Ray, MacKenzie Gore — lefties are making this lineup look like a Little League team. We examine who's struggling most and whether Rob Thomson's platoons are actually helping. 😤 ANGRY FAN TWEETS SEGMENT Phillies Twitter is FURIOUS. We read and react to the most passionate, unfiltered fan takes of the week. Philly fans don't hold back — and neither do we. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today's episode, we're diving deep into the Phillies' latest highs and lows — and there were plenty of both. Topics covered: 🔨 Kyle Schwarber's case as one of the best Phillies signings EVER — where he ranks all-time in franchise home run history and why his prime has only gotten better in red pinstripes 📉 The Peaks & Valleys of this Phillies team — what's stopping them from stringing wins together? Pitching, hitting, or just flat-out getting in their own way? Plus, Adolis Garcia's CANNON of an arm and the Brandon Marsh lefty situation. 💸 The Aaron Nola problem — 1,900 career strikeouts, second all-time in Phillies history behind Steve Carlton, but is his contract one of the worst value deals in MLB? We break down his numbers since signing the extension. 🔥 Bullpen watch — Mayza struggles, Keller looks sharp and Seth Johnson optioned back down. ⚡ Zack Wheeler is CLOSE — 5 scoreless innings, 8 Ks, sitting 93-94 mph in his latest Lehigh Valley rehab start. One more outing or is it time to bring him back? 🏺 Final Word: Brad Lidge goes full Indiana Jones — the Phillies legend is now on the Penn Museum board! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🔴 THE PHILLIES ARE BROKEN — Offense, Rotation Problems & What Needs to Change NOW The Philadelphia Phillies are off to a disappointing 7-8 start in 2026, sitting 3rd in the NL East — already 3 games behind the red-hot Atlanta Braves. They just dropped 2 of 3 at home to the Arizona Diamondbacks, and the issues go far deeper than just the lineup. The pitching staff has been inconsistent, the bullpen is being stretched thin, and the offense keeps going ice cold at the worst possible moments. This team has the talent to compete with anyone in the National League — so why does it keep finding new ways to disappoint? ⚾ THE ROTATION: A TALE OF THREE STARTERS 🔥 Andrew Painter — The 22-year-old rookie has been the brightest spot on this pitching staff. He gutted out an incredible performance Sunday against Arizona, coming out of the bullpen after being scratched with a migraine and delivering 5 innings of 1-run ball with 7 strikeouts. At home this season, Painter has been filthy — allowing just 2 earned runs over 10⅓ innings pitched (1.76 ERA). He's not the problem. He's the future. But can this team really afford to lean on a rookie this heavily? 😬 Jesús Luzardo — The expectations were high for Luzardo as one of the rotation's key pieces, but his 6.23 ERA through 16.1 innings has been a major concern. He's given up 12 earned runs and hasn't been able to get deep enough into games, forcing the bullpen to carry a heavy workload. When Luzardo is off, this team has no margin for error. 😤 THE OFFENSE: WHERE ARE THE RUNS? Even when the pitching gives this team a chance, the lineup keeps going cold at the wrong time. Three straight games against Arizona, the Phillies scored ALL of their runs in a single inning each game. Bryce Harper has been scorching — hitting safely in 6 straight games and carrying this lineup — but he can't do it alone. Alec Bohm, Bryson Stott, and the right-handed side of this lineup have been consistently unproductive. ⚾ Topics covered: ✅ Phillies' brutal 7-8 start & NL East standings breakdown ✅ Andrew Painter's dominant rookie campaign — and why it's not enough ✅ Jesús Luzardo's early ERA struggles explained ✅ How the bullpen is being taxed by rotation failures ✅ Offensive inconsistencies — the Phillies' one-inning scoring habit ✅ What this team needs to do NOW before the season slips away 🔔 Subscribe for our daily Phillies coverage, MLB analysis, and Philadelphia sports content! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.