The Eagles pulverized the Chiefs on Sunday in perhaps the greatest performance by a Philadelphia team to ever win a championship. We had a blast watching the Eagles on Sunday, but we’re just as excited for Spring Training to begin this week in Clearwater, Fla. Phillies pitchers and catchers will have their first official workout on Wednesday at Carpenter Complex. Ruben, Jim and Todd discuss the things they’re most interested in seeing this spring. It ranges from Alec Bohm’s mindset to Ranger Suá...
Feb 11, 2025•34 min•Ep. 113
J.T. Realmuto is set to make his seventh consecutive Opening Day start at catcher for the Phillies. It would tie Darren Daulton for the second-longest streak by any catcher in Phillies history. Mike Lieberthal started a record 10 in a row. Will there be an eighth for Realmuto? He will be a free agent following the 2025 season. Realmuto joined the show this week to talk his present and future in Philadelphia; the team’s chances to win a World Series; how much he thinks he can play in 2025; what m...
Feb 06, 2025•36 min•Ep. 112
Phillies manager Rob Thomson visited the show last week, and he said he will tinker with the Phils’ lineup throughout the spring. Thomson discussed moving Kyle Schwarber down in the lineup to protect Bryce Harper, and he mentioned Trea Turner as the best candidate to hit leadoff in Schwarber’s place. Ruben, Jim and Todd dig into the possibilities, and if the lineup really matters. We get into more of Thomson’s comments from last week, and break down a Phillies Show-related Jeopardy! question fro...
Feb 04, 2025•28 min•Ep. 111
Less than two weeks remain before Phillies pitchers and catchers have their first workout in Clearwater, Fla. Who better to set the scene than Phillies manager Rob Thomson? We had plenty to talk about with Thomson, including expectations for the 2025 Phillies, the rotation potentially being the best in baseball, potential changes in the lineup, Alec Bohm’s mindset coming into camp, Max Kepler’s ability to be the everyday left fielder and more! To claim your Double Your Roses offer, go to 1800Flo...
Jan 31, 2025•40 min•Ep. 110
We open this week’s show by soaking in the Eagles’ NFC championship win on Sunday. But this is a Phillies show, of course, so we answered your Phillies questions, including possible contract extensions for J.T. Realmuto, Kyle Schwarber and Ranger Suárez; free-agent Max Scherzer possibly fitting into the Phillies’ bullpen; Johan Rojas’ progress in Winter Ball and his role on the 2025 Phillies; an early look at Spring Training roster battles and more. For 30% off your order, head to Orgain.com/FOU...
Jan 28, 2025•46 min•Ep. 109
Former Phillies closer Billy Wagner learned on Tuesday night that he has been elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. It was a long time coming. We had Wagner on the show in late December, and he talked about the long, often torturous march toward baseball immortality. So, it was great to see Wagner finally get the call. We talk about Wagner’s enshrinement, plus the chances for Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins and Bobby Abreu. No question Utley is on the best track. We also ...
Jan 23, 2025•32 min•Ep. 108
The Eagles will host the NFC Championship on Sunday in Philly, while many people think the Dodgers are headed to the 2025 World Series following a remarkable offseason, which included the recent signings of Japanese star Roki Sasaki and closer Tanner Scott. We talk football because hey, why not? But we also dig into the Dodgers, Sasaki, Scott and more. Is it good or bad for baseball? Is it bad for the Phillies? The Phillies dipped their toe into the Japanese market on Friday, signing right-hande...
Jan 20, 2025•40 min•Ep. 107
In less than a month, Phillies fans will see Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola and Ranger Suárez back on the mound, throwing bullpen sessions at Carpenter Complex in Clearwater, Fla. The first pitchers and catchers workout is Feb. 12. Fans will see Andrew Painter for the first time in a long time, too. They will see newcomers like Jesús Luzardo, Jordan Romano and Joe Ross. Nobody knows more about these pitchers than Phillies pitching coach Caleb Cotham, who enters his fifth year with the organization. Co...
Jan 16, 2025•45 min•Ep. 106
Everybody is in a good mood today following the Eagles’ victory over Green Bay. New Phillies left fielder Max Kepler was upbeat last week when he talked about his upcoming season. The Phils signed Kepler to a one-year, $10 million contract in December. He will be their everyday left fielder. If Kepler is healthy, the Phils should see a boost in left. If not, it could be a problem. We reacted to Kepler’s comments about his health, joining a new team and more. We also reacted to Jeff Hoffman’s thr...
Jan 13, 2025•26 min•Ep. 105
In a few short weeks, Phillies fans can watch the organization’s top prospects working out at Carpenter Complex in Clearwater, Fla. The group includes MLB Pipeline Top 100 prospects like Aidan Miller, Andrew Painter and Justin Crawford. It also includes Top 30 Phillies prospects, like Eduardo Tait, Moisés Chace, Dante Nori, Griffin Burkholder and more. Nobody outside the Phillies knows the Phils’ farm system better than MLB Pipeline’s Jonathan Mayo, who has been covering prospects and telling th...
Jan 10, 2025•52 min•Ep. 104
We asked you for Phillies questions, and you delivered. Could the Phillies make more moves before spring training opens next month in Clearwater, Florida? If this is it, are we satisfied? If the Phillies make a last-minute move, who might it be? If Alec Bohm isn’t traded, how do we think he handles it? Plus, much more! Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! Love The Phillies Show? You can purchase your very own Phillies Show...
Jan 06, 2025•44 min•Ep. 103
Happy New Year, everybody! We ring in 2025 by looking ahead. Way ahead. We start by naming our top storylines for the 2025 Phillies. We discuss the things we’re most curious to see this year. We reveal our biggest fears for the Phils. We finish by each making a bold prediction. Much more to come this year! Love The Phillies Show? You can purchase your very own Phillies Show t-shirt by 47 Brand here ! @The Phillies Show Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow us on social media! @Foul Territo...
Jan 02, 2025•30 min•Ep. 102
The Phillies might have the best rotation in baseball in 2025, if newly acquired left-hander Jesús Luzardo is healthy following an injury-plagued 2024. Luzardo spoke with Phillies reporters on Monday. He discussed his injured back and why he thinks it is a thing of the past. Big, if true. But if Luzardo (or any other Phillies starter) isn’t healthy, the Phillies should be better protected after signing Joe Ross to a one-year, $4 million deal. He provides starting pitching depth, although he is e...
Dec 31, 2024•26 min•Ep. 101
Is it finally Billy Wagner’s time? Wagner will learn next month if he will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. Ruben, Jim and Todd think Wagner is more than worthy. Wagner talks about his Hall of Fame chances in his 10th and final year of BBWAA eligibility. But he also shares great Phillies stories, including ones about Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins and Ryan Howard. And the best story of all: the time Billy let Jim catch one of his bullpen sessions in Clearwater...
Dec 26, 2024•45 min•Ep. 100
Everybody was waiting for the Phillies to do morethis winter. Well, they did. On Thursday night, news broke that the Phillies signed Max Kepler to a one-year, $10 million contract. Dave Dombrowski said Friday that the Phillies were finished making “impactful” free agent signings, sending Phillies fans into a tizzy. But Dombrowski hinted at the pursuit of a No. 5 starter, too. On Sunday morning, news broke that the Phils traded prospects Staryln Caba and Emaarion Boyd to Miami for left-hander Jes...
Dec 23, 2024•48 min•Ep. 99
It’s almost 2025 and the Phillies still have plenty of work to do. What’s the hold up? We asked you for your Phillies questions and you delivered. Why haven’t the Phils made a trade? Why have the only signed on free agent in Jordan Romano? Are they overvaluing Alec Bohm? Who replaces Bohm at third base if they do trade him? Plus, much, much more. Love The Phillies Show? You can purchase your very own Phillies Show t-shirt by 47 Brand here ! @The Phillies Show Subscribe to the show on YouTube and...
Dec 19, 2024•48 min•Ep. 98
The Phillies are expecting big things from right-hander Jordan Romano in 2025. Romano is expecting big things from himself, too. He signed a one-year, $8.5 million contract with the Phillies on the first day of last week’s Winter Meetings in Dallas. Romano joined Ruben, Jim and Todd this week to discuss his thoughts and expectations on playing in Philly, growing up a Blue Jays fan and then playing for his hometown team, collecting baseball cards, playing Double-A hockey and much more! Love The P...
Dec 17, 2024•32 min•Ep. 97
The Phillies signed right-hander Jordan Romano to a one-year, $8.5 million contract on Monday at the Winter Meetings in Dallas. But they still need to find an outfielder and more to upgrade a team that wants to win the World Series. We’re back from the Winter Meetings in Dallas, and we spent Friday talking about Dave Dombrowski’s comments on the final day of the meetings on Wednesday, when he said it wasn’t the right time to trade a package of top prospects for Garrett Crochet, who was traded to...
Dec 13, 2024•31 min•Ep. 96
The Phillies never took a run at Juan Soto, but on Monday they finally made a move. They signed former All-Star closer Jordan Romano to a one-year, $8.5 million contract. The fellas talk about the signing and what it means for the bullpen. But is this it for the bullpen? What about the outfield and rotation? Shop Shibe Vintage Sports for all the Philly sports fans on your holiday list. Visit them in Center City, Wayne, West Chester and its new store in Ardmore ... or at ShibeSports.com . Save 15...
Dec 11, 2024•29 min•Ep. 95
Big news from the Winter Meetings in Dallas, which directly and indirectly affect the Phillies. First, the late, great Dick Allen made the Hall of Fame. Long overdue and well deserved. Second, Juan Soto signed a massive 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets. Ruben, Jim and Todd are all in Dallas this week, so they’ll be breaking down everything Phillies, and everything impacting the Phillies. The discuss Allen's place in Cooperstown and discuss Soto's signing and how it affects the Philli...
Dec 09, 2024•30 min•Ep. 94
We think the Phillies are going to make a trade or two before spring training. But while we wait for them to strike, we asked you for your Phillies trade ideas before next week's Winter Meetings in Dallas. We got a bunch! You made offers for Garrett Crochet, Kyle Tucker, Devin Williams, Ryan Helsley, Sandy Alcántara and more! We discussed them, then explained why the Phillies would or would not make those trades. Ruben then picked his favorite trade proposal, and that person won a Phillies Show ...
Dec 06, 2024•40 min•Ep. 93
Barring a miracle, Juan Soto isn’t signing with the Phillies. He has received multiple $600 million offers, according to Fair Territory’s Ken Rosenthal. Soto could make a decision before the end of next week’s Winter Meetings in Dallas. We said on this show last week that the Phillies had not met with Soto. We even wondered if an offer would be made. It turns out, the Phillies have not made an offer. None of this should come as a surprise. The Phillies were never considered serious suitors for S...
Dec 05, 2024•27 min•Ep. 92
Things are finally heating up on the Hot Stove. Several teams in recent days have signed free agent starting pitchers, including the Dodgers and Blake Snell. The Phillies have been quiet, but it can’t last forever. Ruben, Jim and Todd answer your Hot Stove questions, including ones about Alec Bohm, Alex Bregman, the Phillies’ next closer – how about Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley? -- and more. Shibe Vintage Sports is giving away a FREE Mitchell & Ness Phillies hoodie to The Phillies Show list...
Dec 02, 2024•45 min•Ep. 91
It’s Thanksgiving Week, which means the holidays are here. Is there any chance that Juan Soto signs with the Phillies? They have not met yet with Soto, but there are expectations they will. There is a report that the Phils have not communicated with Scott Boras, who is Soto’s agent. We hear otherwise. Regardless, the Phillies’ chances at signing Soto remains a longshot. Ruben, Jim and Todd get into the holiday spirit by talking about what they’re thankful for in the game of baseball. Todd will b...
Nov 27, 2024•33 min•Ep. 90
Luke Murton is the Phillies’ new player development director, following Preston Mattingly’s recent promotion to GM. Murton spent the past two years as the Minor League’s hitting development director, but he also split his team scouting amateur players that he thought would be good to bring into the system. One of those players was top prospect Aidan Miller. Murton talks about his journey from Georgia Teach to Yankees minor leaguer to scout with the Giants and Padres to Phils’ farm director. He t...
Nov 25, 2024•43 min•Ep. 89
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler finished second for NL Cy Young for the second time in the four years. This year, he finished behind Atlanta’s Chris Sale. We discuss the vote, but also dig into an interesting story by MLB.com’s Mike Petriello, who suggests Wheeler is on a Hall of Fame track anyway. He needs a few more dominant years to put him into serious contention, but there is a strong argument to be made. We also discuss Friday night’s non-tender deadline. Is Austin Hays non-tendered? There’s som...
Nov 22, 2024•28 min•Ep. 88
Dave Dombrowski said after the NLDS that “sometimes you trade good players for good players.” Ever since, Phillies fans have wondered who Dombrowski might trade to help the Phils win the 2025 World Series? Ruben, Jim and Todd spend the episode discussing the players who have the most trade value for other teams, including Alec Bohm, Ranger Suárez, Bryson Stott and top prospects like Andrew Painter, Aidan Miller and Justin Crawford. Are Nick Castellanos, Brandon Marsh, Johan Rojas and others in t...
Nov 19, 2024•37 min•Ep. 87
Jayson Werth is not only a 2008 World Series champion, but he’s a Belmont Stakes champion. His horse Dornoch won the Belmont this summer. It was such an unbelievable experience that Werth is spreading the word about horse racing, showing people how they can get involved in it, too. You can follow Werth’s horse-racing teams on Instagram at @twoeightracing and @iconracinglfg Werth talked to Ruben, Jim and Todd about the Belmont and his love for the sport. But he also talked plenty of baseball, inc...
Nov 14, 2024•44 min•Ep. 86
John Middleton said Friday at Penn that “we’ll probably not win” the Juan Soto sweepstakes. It’s not a surprise, but it was as candid as anybody had been in talking about the Phillies’ chances to sign the superstar outfielder. So, the Phillies don’t expect to sign Soto. Do they have any chance at signing Japanese right-hander Roki Sasaki? His team announced they will post him for MLB teams, but everybody considers West Coast teams like the Dodgers, Giants and Padres to have a huge advantage over...
Nov 11, 2024•27 min•Ep. 85
Dave Dombrowski keeps saying the Phillies are “open minded” this offseason. He said it last month following the Phillies’ early exit in the NLDS. He said it a few more times this week at the GM Meetings in San Antonio. “We need to be more open minded about possible moves.” Ruben, Jim and Todd think Dombrowski is telling everybody that he is going to make a trade. Or two. The guys talk about Dombrowski’s other comments at the GM Meetings, plus answer your questions, including ones about Alex Breg...
Nov 07, 2024•33 min•Ep. 84
