While voting for the MLB All Star Game can often be a popularity contest, deserving players are voted in by the fans and by the managers of the teams each season. Today, let’s take a look at five players who could make their first All Star Game appearance in 2025. From Minnesota Twins starting pitcher, Joe Ryan, to Los Angeles Dodgers emerging star, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, to a surprising selections from the Athletics and Washington Nationals, here are those five players.
Feb 21, 2025•9 min•Ep. 333
After a very successful 2023 season, Bryson Stott took a step back for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2024 offensively. Now, Stott is saying he was dealing with a lingering elbow injury that plagued him for much of the second half of the season. Will a healthy Stott have a bounce back season for the Phillies in 2025?
Feb 19, 2025•8 min•Ep. 332
As Spring Training begins in Clearwater for the Philadelphia Phillies, right fielder Nick Castellanos likes what the organization has done this offseason. In talking with the media, Castellanos praised the moves to acquire starting pitcher, Jesus Luzardo, outfielder, Max Kepler, and reliever, Jordan Romano. Castellanos said, in part, that the Phillies got better heading into 2025 after falling to the New York Mets in four games in the NLDS in 2024. But did the Phillies actually improve for 2025?...
Feb 17, 2025•36 min•Ep. 331
The newest member of the Philadelphia Phillies pitching rotation, former Miami Marlins Jesus Luzardo, generates exceptional whiff rates on his slider. But why? The metrics say this shouldn't be the case. So what makes Luzardo's slider so effective? And will it translate to success at Citizens Bank Park in 2025?
Feb 12, 2025•9 min•Ep. 330
The Philadelphia Phillies made a handful of moves this offseason, acquiring starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo from the Miami Marlins for Starlyn Caba and Emaarion Boyd. But the two big free agents the Phillies signed, outfield Max Kepler and closer Jordan Romano, come with injury concerns. Will Kepler and Romano bounce back to 2023 form and help the Phillies win games in 2025? Plus, it's the first installment of Spring Training Bold Predictions Mondays. Each Monday, we'll give one bold prediction f...
Feb 12, 2025•38 min•Ep. 329
This offseason Ranger Suarez switched agents to be represented by Scott Boras. Is he more likely to be gone from Philly now? The latest on Bryce Harper, Jose Alvarado, and others. The Phillies are linked to Teoscar Hernandez. What’s the latest on him and is he a good fit? The PHLY Phillies crew talks the latest hot stove updates, Corbin Burnes, and more!
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 328
The Philadelphia Phillies fell short on the Oakland, now Sacramento A’s trade offer with Alec Bohm? Plus landing spots for Carlos Estevez & load management expectations for JT Realmuto in the future. MLB offseason updates of roster moves around Devin Williams, Kyle Tucker, and more. Michael Baumann of FanGraphs joins the PHLY Phillies crew to discuss the latest around the MLB Hot Stove with Roki Sasaki, Luis Arraez, Nolan Arenado, Jack Flaherty, Corbin Burnes and others
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 327
Rumors have shown what the Chicago Cubs possibly offered the Houston Astros for a trade to acquire Kyle Tucker. Who could the Phillies realistically move to land the all star outfielder? CHGO Cubs host Cody DelMendo joins to discuss the Cubs Astros rumors for a Kyle Tucker trade. The PHLY Phillies crew discusses the latest around the MLB Hot Stove with Roki Sasaki, Luis Arraez, Nolan Arenado, Corbin Burnes and others.
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 326
Garrett Crochet is locked in to join the Boston Red Sox after a Chicago White Sox trade. Which names make sense for the Phillies now starting with Kyle Tucker, Roki Sasaki, or another name? Jim Salisbury joins to share updates from Winter Meetings. The PHLY Phillies crew analyze free agency and trade targets for the Phillies. Plus the latest from the MLB Rule 5 Draft and recapping the Winter Meetings. The latest deals for Jake Burger, Garrett Crochet, and hot stove rumors Corbin Burnes, Alex Bre...
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 325
Rob Thomson cleared the air, stating the Philadelphia Phillies are NOT shopping Alec Bohm this offseason. The PHLY Phillies crew discusses the latest around Garrett Crochet, Bryson Stott, and Phillies updates. Max Fried to the New York Yankees on a record deal. Roki Sasaki, Alex Bregman, Anthony Santander, Nathan Eovaldi, Corbin Burnes..who is the next player on the move? MLB Rule 5 Draft gets started Wednesday. As MLB Winter Meetings continue, Jim Salisbury joins to recap the latest from Dallas...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 324
The Philadelphia Phillies announced yesterday that the team has signed former Toronto Blue Jays closer, Jordan, Romano to a one year deal, worth, reportedly, $7.75 million. Will Romano serve as Rob Thomson's primary closer? Or will the Phillies continue to make moves to bolster the bullpen, especially if Jeff Hoffman and Carlos Estevez both walk? Plus, the New York Yankees and the New York Mets are reportedly the favorites in a deal for White Sox starting pitcher, Garrett Crochet. Are the Philli...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 323
Juan Soto and the New York Mets agreed on a record setting sports deal for $765M , 15 years. The MLB Winter Meetings are officially underway in Dallas and day 1 also saw deals for Willy Adames, Tyler O’Neil, Clay Holmes, and more. The PHLY Phillies crew discusses how active the Phillies will be in the trade market & free agency market as the “offseason” really heats up these next days. Jim Salisbury joins the show live from Texas to share updates on The latest rumors involving Garrett Croche...
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 322
The New York Mets signed superstar OF'er Juan Soto to the largest professional sports contract in history signing a 15 year 765 million deal with no deferrals. PHLY Phillies show will talk about the impact on the NL East and particularly the Phillies. Plus what does it mean for the free agency class now as the MLB Winter Meetings get under way.
Dec 09, 2024•11 min•Ep. 321
If the Chicago Cubs are making Seiya SuzukI & Cody Bellinger available via trade, is Suzuki the perfect fit for the Phillies open left-field spot? PHLY Phillies show will weigh both options between the Cubs & Phils potential trade. Reporte indicated Juan Soto’s highest recent offer up to $760M. Who was it? The latest on Soto. The MLB Winter Meetings start in Dallas on Sunday & the hot stove’s rumor mill is working in full force. Ryan Helsley, Devin Williams, Lane Thomas and other nam...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 320
Dave Dombrowski took time to reiterate the Phillies 3 priorities and targets. The PHLY Phillies crew also shares Options for Jeff Hoffman and Alec Bohm Internally or with offseason moves. Plus they discuss hot stove updates around Juan Soto, Garrett Crochet, the Winter Meeting expectations, Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell, Alex Bregman, Willy Adames, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees, Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, Roki Sasaki, San Diego Padres, and more!
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 319
According to reports by Matt Gelb, the Phillies never met with free agent Juan Soto and were not among teams to make an offer to him. Outlining The best options across MLB for the Phillies to trade Alec Bohm where both teams benefit. Should Bryce Harper stay at first base or return to right field? Phillies and MLB reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, Scott Lauber joins the show to discuss Bryce Harper, Juan Soto, and more thoughts. The PHLY Phillies crew also share hot stove updates around th...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 318
Do either Pete Fairbanks or Jeffrey Springs seem like good fits for the Phillies closer role? Discussing Top relievers on the market CHGO White Sox host Herb Lawrence joins the show to talk Garrett Crochet, Luis Robert Jr, and which deals make most sense for the Phillies and Chicago. The PHLY Phillies crew also share hot stove updates around the Winter Meeting expectations, Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell, Alex Bregman, Devin Williams, Willy Adames, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 317
The Juan Soto sweepstakes appear to be narrowing down for the biggest free agent on the market. New York Mets and Boston Red Sox amongst final teams in on Juan Soto. Where do the Phillies sit? Plus the latest around Bryce Harper in the Mr. Beast Home run Derby , Zack Wheeler on Cy Young vote. Jim Salisbury joins the PHLY Phillies crew to discuss the latest hot stove updates around the Winter Meeting expectations, Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell, Alex Bregman, Willy Adames, Boston Red Sox, ...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 316
Juan Soto, Garrett Crochet, Corbin Burnes - who is the next big MLB move that we expect to happen? It’s Black Friday, time to buy or sell! Between free agency and trade targets, There are options like Devin Williams, Jake McCarthy, Anthony Santander, Nolan Arenado, Garrett Crochet, and others.. which moves best fit the Phillies ? The PHLY Phillies crew also share hot stove updates around the Winter Meetings, Alex Bregman, Willy Adames, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees, Mets, L...
Nov 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 315
Alec Bohm seems like a forgone conclusion that he’s moved, could Alex Bregman or Willy Adames make sense? Juan Soto updates on 5 offers and more with the Phillies. Andrew Painter, Zack Wheeler expectations for 2025 The PHLY Phillies crew also share hot stove updates around the Winter Meeting expectations, Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell, Alex Bregman, Willy Adames, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees, Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, Roki Sasaki, San Diego Padres, and more!
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 314
Alec Bohm, Ranger Suarez and three other Philadelphia Phillies were tendered contracts by the deadline over the weekend. Austin Hays was the only Phillie who was was non-tendered. Jose Ruiz and Garrett Stubbs agree to contracts, avoiding arbitration. Could Nick Castellanos be on the trade block? Plus, the PHLY Phillies crew breaks down all the latest around MLB Hot Stove, including Yusei Kikuchi signing with the Los Angeles Angels, and of course, our latest Juan Soto update from across Major Lea...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 313
Phillies in on a big name pitcher - Garrett Crochet or Blake Snell? Who is the better fit? Chris Sale wins CY Young over Zack Wheeler In a dominant landslide. Plus the PHLY Phillies crew discusses Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and the MLB Hall of Fame newcomers in a deeper dive in their stats and careers.
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 311
Will the Philadelphia Phillies move on from Alec Bohm or JT Realmuto? Plus the PHLY Phillies crew discusses Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and the MLB Hall of Fame newcomers in a deeper dive in their stats and careers. MLB announces managers of the year- Guardians Stephen Vogt and Brewers Pat Murphy. Phillies protect pitchers Mick Abel, Jean Cabrera and Moisés Chace and place them on the 40-man roster.
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 310
Breaking down former Houston Astros third baseman, Alex Bregman, and the top 3B free agents. Plus the PHLY Phillies crew talk about the MLB Hall of Fame class Free Agency, winter meetings, and other offseason updates on Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell, MLB Awards, and more.
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 309
Andrew Painter nabs Arizona Fall League top pitching honor. The PHLY Phillies crew also analyzes Juan Soto, Anthony Santander, and the top Right Fielder Free Agents across MLB. MLB Rule 5 Draft approaches Free Agency, winter meetings, and other offseason updates on Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell, MLB Awards, and more.
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 308
The Philadelphia Phillies are definitively interested in Chicago White Sox starting pitcher, Garrett Crochet. But what would a trade for Crochet look like for the Phillies? Andrew Painter appears to be untradeable, but would the Phillies move Aidan Miller, Starlyn Caba or Eduardo Tait to get Crochet? And what teams across Major League Baseball have more enticing trade packages to offer the White Sox?
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 307
Taking a look around MLB free agency this offseason, the center field group is severely lacking. Former New York Mets center fielder, Harrison Bader, is the best of the group, but the remaining names are not exciting. Is Philadelphia Phillies center fielder, Johan Rojas, the best option for the Phillies, assuming they do not make a trade this offseason? Plus, we discuss the latest in the evergrowing saga between Garrett Crochet and the Chicago White Sox.
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 306
The PHLY Phillies show yesterday took a look at the LF free agent options for the Phillies, if they strike out there, could upgrading the CF position in MLB hot stove be an easier path to success? Matt Gelb from the Athletic joins the show to talk about the offseason ahead and how much Alec Bohm is on the trade block & what other players could possibly be moved? We’ll discuss Andrew Painter’s plan for 2025, Justin Crawford & plenty more, plus talk about Bryce Harper’s 4th career Silver S...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 305
The PHLY Phillies show examines the top 10-12 LF free agents and which might make the most sense for the Phillies next season. If Juan Soto isn’t very realistic, which of Anthony Santander, Teoscar Hernandez, Jurickson Profar and others. The PHLY Phillies crew give their sneaky signing that’s below the radar. Roki Sasaki says he’s open to a smaller market team with a good developmental plan for him.
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 304
Do the Philadelphia Phillies have any chance at signing international free agent, Roki Sasaki, once he is posted for free agency by the Chiba Lotte Marines? Or will the flamethrower inevitably end up in Los Angeles to play with the Dodgers? Another week of Juan Soto conversations, as we await the anticipated decision by the former Yankees, Padres and Nationals star. Plus, Preston Mattingly gets promoted to Vice President and General Manager of the Phillies, as Sam Fuld is transitioning to Presid...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 303
