Fanatic Highlights

Ray Dunne dives into everything with the Phillies including the Trade Deadline, how Rob Thomson is handling the outfield situation, and why playing Max Kepler is egregious.

Plus, Ray previews the game tonight against the Detroit Tigers, and why the result could change his outlook of the team.

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Today on Fanatic Weekend with Sylvana Kelleher, the Phillies faced a setback, losing game two of their series against the Detroit Tigers. As they prepare for tonight's game, questions arise regarding the team's decision-making, particularly why Dave Dombrowski opted to add only one relief pitcher when the need for middle relief is evident. Sylvana also expressed concerns about the team's roster decisions, particularly regarding Max Kepler's continued presence and whether Harrison Bader can contribute effectively.

The Eagles are gearing up for their first preseason game on Thursday against the Cincinnati Bengals, prompting discussions about key positions to monitor during training camp.

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Mike Gill breaks down everything with the Phillies including the deadline, the outfield, the bullpen & ticket pricing.  

Bob Wankel from Crossing Broad joined Mike on the Phillies deadline, and we aired Kevin Patullo's press conference live from the NovaCare Complex 

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Brendan Gunn breakdown the Phillies deadline & Jhoan Duran's first save, & why is Crawford not up yet?

Plus, the Eagles key position battles 

We also air an abbreviated version of Dave Dombrowski's post deadline presser & Adoree Jackson's availability from earlier today.

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The Phillies staged a remarkable comeback to secure a victory against the Tigers last night. Fans and media were treated to the debut of Jhoan Duran, who took the mound in the ninth inning to close out the game. Andrew emphasized that acquiring Duran was an obvious choice, and his immediate impact was evident.

As training camp progresses for the Eagles, Andrew provides an analysis of the ongoing position battles within the team, focusing on the guard, running back, safety, and cornerback positions.

With the MLB trade deadline now behind us, Andrew invites the audience to share their thoughts on the most exciting player acquisition in Philadelphia sports history.

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Andrew reports that the Eagles' practice was lively, featuring notable splash plays and significant hits. He reviews the injury report, highlighting the absence of several key players from practice. His main insights focus on the performances of Cooper DeJean and Joshua Uche, both of whom stood out during the session.

Additionally, Eli Ricks has been impressive throughout training camp, and Andrew shares audio from his recent press conference. He also discusses Will Shipley's commendable mindset as he prepares for a career as a running back in the NFL in his second season. 

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(0:00-10:15) Kevin shares his initial reaction to the trade deadline as the final moves filter in 

(10:15-19:21) Callers are mixed on the Phillies deadline 

(19:21-50:21) Dave Dombrowski speaks to the media 

(50:21-1:03:11) Kevin reacts to Dombrowski's comments 

(1:03:11-1:15:47) Texts reacting to the Phillies deadline

(1:15:47-1:26:26) Reacting to Middleton on the Starkville podcast from earlier this week and the Phillies deadline deals 

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(0:00-8:04) Andrew shares what he has seen from some key position battles on the defensive side, at camp 

(8:04-15:23) Ojomo, Hunt & Campbell have shown some growth

(15:23-25:36) Kevin Cooney joins the show as we step away from the birds on Breaking News: Phillies acquire closer Jhoan Duran from Minnesota! 

(25:36-40:05) We play an abbreviated version of Kevin Patullo's press conference and the two minute warning!

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Today marked Andrew's favorite day as the Eagles practiced in full pads, allowing a clearer view of how players elevate their performance. He reviewed the injury report, which included notable names like Devonta Smith, Nolan Smith, and Zack Baun. Additionally, Cooper DeJean once again showcased his versatility by lining up at both slot corner and safety during practice.

The competition for the cornerback position is particularly captivating, with Adoree Jackson and Keele Ringo vying for the second spot behind Quinyon Mitchell. Linebackers Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Jihaad Campbell stood out as the stars of the day, both delivering impressive performances.

We feature audio from Vic Fangio's earlier press conference and later on Andrew highlighted several lesser-known players who have made significant contributions on the field.

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Brendan Gunn is stepping in for Andrew DiCecco today to discuss the events at Eagles Training Camp. Notably, players Devonta Smith and Drew Makuba were absent from practice, while Jalen Carter made a limited return. In a segment from Unfiltered, Andrew DiCecco provided insights on Adoree' Jackson, who took the majority of cornerback reps, as well as comments on Jihaad Campbell and Quinyon Mitchell.

This evening's player spotlight features Safety Sydney Brown, who expressed feeling better than he has in some time after recovering from a knee injury. We also include audio from Brown's earlier media session, highlighting his progress and outlook.