Hittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast

Justin Klugh talks about the MLB playoff picture after the Wild Card rounds, as well as what's to be expected when the Dodgers come to Citizens Bank Park for the NLDS.

It will be the Dodgers. After sweeping the Cincinnati Reds in their Wild Card series on Wednesday, the Phillies now know who their opponent will be in the NLDS, the defending champs, who will take on the Phils beginning Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park. John Stolnis of the Good Phight takes a look at the upcoming series between two of baseball's heavyweights, including Game 1 starter Shohei Ohtani's first-ever postseason appearance as a pitcher. How do the two teams match up? Also, some thoughts on the Phils' Wednesday night intrasquad game and a recap of the other three wild card series, all of which are going the full three games!

It's time for the playoffs. The Phillies, looking to get back to the World Series for the first time since 2022 and win it for the first time since 2008, will spend this week waiting to see who emerges as the winners of the NL Wild Card, knowing they will host either the Dodgers or Reds beginning on Monday night. So, what's ahead for the Phils this week? John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher discuss that, relive the best moments of the 2025 regular season, and discuss the epic Mets' collapse that will forever haunt that already-scarred fanbase.

Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher decide whether or not Kyle Schwarber will surpass Ryan Howard's single-season Phillies home run record, as well as the vicious wild card fights going on the NL and AL as the season wraps up. Then, Baseball Prospectus editor Craig Goldstein gives some inside info on the Phillies' potential NLDS opponent, the Dodgers.

The Phillies hit a franchise record 8 home runs in Wednesday night's 11-1 win over the Marlins, clinching the No. 2 seed and a bye past the wild card round of the National League playoffs! On Episode 1015 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps a marvelous night at the ballpark. Also, Tuesday night's loss continued a troubling trend by the bullpen, the latest on MLB's crazy playoff races, and some insane stats of the week!

On Episode 1014 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher of SABR's Baseball Research Journal discuss the Philadelphia Phillies' current position as they head into the final week of the regular season and prepare for the postseason. They analyze key players to watch, including milestones for Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber, and the importance of maintaining momentum. The conversation shifts to pitching strategies, particularly the roles of Aaron Nola and Walker Buehler in the playoffs. Lineup adjustments are also examined, with a focus on how the team is responding to Alec Bohm's return. The episode concludes with a discussion on the controversy surrounding Nick Castellanos and the competitive landscape of the National League wild card race.

Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher wrap up the Phillies' victorious series against the Dodgers and talk about what's next for the team in Arizona. Then, Mitch Rupert breaks down the current state of some top Phillies prospects as the minor league season winds down.

For the second year in a row, the Phillies are NL East champs! On this special bonus edition of Hittin' Season, the Good Phight's John Stolnis recaps Monday night's thrilling 6-5 win over the Dodgers in Los Angeles that clinched a second straight NL East title!

For the fourth year in a row, the Phillies are going to the playoffs. They had a chance to clinch the NL East on Sunday but came up short, so they'll look to do it this week in Los Angeles. On Episode 1012 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Baseball Prospctus' Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher, editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal discuss the weekend series against the Royals and a remarkable week of baseball that has them humming and ready for October!

A few months ago, the Mets were 20 games over .500 and in first place in the NL East. After being swept in four games by the Phillies in September, they're just hoping for a wild card spot. Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher talk about Jesus Luzardo's magnificent performance in game four after a rough first, as well as the Phillies lineup's success against New York.