Fanatic Highlights

(0:00-10:45)

Ranger Suarez's performance last night showcased a return to form, reminiscent of his previous successes. Analyzing his last four starts reveals promising statistics that indicate he is regaining his competitive edge.

(10:45-20:36)

As we consider the potential playoff scenario, we outline an ideal pitching rotation for the series, acknowledging the excitement of planning ahead, even if it is premature.

(20:36—32:24)

The ongoing controversy surrounding the hit by pitch incident that forced Bryce Harper to exit the game continues to draw attention, with Ricky offering insights on the appropriate way to approach such situations in baseball.

(32:24-40:41)

With the postponement of the Phillies game, we anticipate Christopher Sanchez taking the mound for Game 1, while Zack Wheeler is slated to pitch in Game 2 of the doubleheader, adjusting the rotation to maintain competitive momentum.

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(0:00-12:11)

Ricky recounts an incident from his time with the Cardinals when he narrowly avoided being struck by a pitch. Following this, Cardinals manager Tony La Russa instructed him to return to the mound, leading to Ricky hitting the next batter. Interestingly, the batter seemed more frustrated with his own dugout than with Ricky himself.

(12:11-19:40)

In a recent segment, we featured audio from Kevin Patullo, who shared insights about one of his mentors during his ascent in the coaching profession.

(19:40—30:58)

Andrew DiCecco also joined the show to offer his observations from the voluntary OTA sessions at the Eagles camp, providing valuable insights into the team's dynamics.

(30:58-40:09)

Additionally, we updated our audience on the Twitter poll results and shared our reactions to the phone interview with Andrew DiCecco, highlighting key takeaways from the discussion.

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(0:00-8:24)

We begin the show by discussing the incident involving Bryce Harper, who left the game after being hit by a pitch, resulting in an elbow contusion. The conversation centers around whether the Phillies should have retaliated for the hit on Harper. Connor appreciates the team's decision to avoid escalating the situation, given the game's tight score, while Ricky believes a Braves player should have been targeted in defense of Harper.

(8:24-17:37)

Sylvana shares her perspective on the controversy surrounding the hit by pitch, and we engage with our audience on Twitter, asking fans how they would have responded.

(17:37-28:43)

We then play audio from Rob Thomson, who comments on Harper's injury. Connor expresses concern that the injury could be more severe than initially reported.

(28:43-38:09)

As we review text messages from our listeners, one individual criticizes the Phillies, stating they should be ashamed of their response to the situation.

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(0:00-7:26) Andrew DiCecco starts it off with his top storyline to watch at OTA's

(7:26-15:30) Andrew shares his other top storylines to watch and both are on the defensive side of the ball

(15:30-26:29) \Andrew gives his top offensive and defensive players to be standouts this season  

(26:29-35:59) Andrew gives his top position battle to watch that's lower on the depth chart 

(35:59-47:58) Andrew gives reserve player to watch and three young players to watch on defense 

(47:58-1:02:09) Andrew gives his final player to watch

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Are The Phillies REALLY The Best Team In The League? Connor, Ricky and Sylvanna discuss. What do YOU think?

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Gregg Caserta from MLB Network joins the show to discuss the Phillies upcoming Round 2 against the Braves on the season

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Connor and Ricky discuss: where is the pressure the highest with the Eagles, on the offense or the defense?

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 Are the Phillies REALLY the best team in baseball? Connor, Ricky and Sylvanna discuss and whether there is ACTUALLY a team better than the Phillies, especially after the way the Phillies have played recently.

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(0:00-8:13) Reacting to the Phillies incredible win last night 

(8:13-19:45) Phillies against bad teams are getting the job done 

(19:45-28:26) Most impressive Phillie over the last month 

(28:26-41:02) Texts on the most impressive Phillie

(41:02-50:55) We re-air The Afternoon Show's interview with The Athletic's Jayson Stark 

(50:55-1:00:35) Reacting to Jayson Stark & the impact of losing Alvarado

(1:00:35-1:09:45) Eagles expectations for 2025 

(1:09:45-1:21:39) Eagles offense & Jalen Hurts expectations 

(1:21:39-1:30:10) Ranking Jalen Hurts 

(1:30:10-1:40:19) Sean gives his expectations for the Eagles in 2025 

(1:40:19-1:55:15) When will the Eagles offense and defense start to click next season?

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(0:00-8:18) Nick Sirianni is Rocky Balboa 

(8:18-15:44) Why isn't Nick Sirianni the most popular sports figure in Philadelphia?

(15:44-28:48) Sirianni still receives too much hatred in Philadelphia 

(28:48-36:57) Texts and calls on Sirianni 

(36:57-50:56) Bob Wankel of Crossing Broad joins the show to talk about the Phillies win streak 

(50:56-58:57) How the 2018 NBA Draft haunts the Sixers 

(58:57-1:09:46) Texts on the shore, Eagles & Sixers 

(1:09:46-1:17:46) The Tush Push lives on, but would we hate it if it was not ours?

(1:17:46-1:32:21) Sports Illustrated's John McMullen joins the show prior to the Eagles starting OTA's

(1:32:21-1:40:12) Most improbable Philadelphia sports figures

(1:40:12-1:49:06) Texters give their improbable Philadelphia athletes 

(1:49:06-1:58:17) Phillies need to swing big at the deadline 

(1:58:17-2:09:22) Sylvanna joins the show for a crossover on all of today's topics 

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