Mid-Days On The Fanatic

Andrew opens the show reacting to the Phillies’ 5-3 win over the Diamondbacks and Kyle Schwarber’s leadoff HR setting the tone to take a 1-0 series lead in the NLCS (0:05-10:38). Andrew gets Ray’s reaction to the Phillies win last night, as he took in the game from Xfinity Live but didn’t have the same confidence level as Andrew at the end of the game. Andrew then goes to the phones to get you reaction to last night’s win (10:38-32:26). Ray open’s the vault and in today's edition of the vault we take a listen back to the sounds of a Game 1 victory for the Phillies in the NLCS including post-game audio from Bryce Harper and Zak Wheeler (32:26-52:24). Andrew and Ray were surprised by the lack of aggressiveness by the Diamondbacks on the base paths in Game 1 with the struggles they were having at the plate (52:24-1:15:04). Andrew starts to look ahead to Game 2 and breaks down the pitching matchup between Aaron Nola and Merrill Kelly, along with how the hitters for both teams have fared against tonight’s starters. Then Andrew and Ray discussed whether they would make any changes to the lineup despite the recent struggles for Alec Bohm (1:15:04-1:34:26). Yes it’s Tuesday which means it’s time for Andrew and Ray to check in on the NFL Power Rankings following Week 6 action. Andrew is then joined by Jeff McLane of the Philly Inquirer to break down an ugly loss for the Eagles to the Jets, provide an update on the Lane Johnson injury, the issues plaguing the offense and more (1:34:26-1:57:38). Andrew and Ray react to comments made by Diamondbacks starter Merrill Kelly “I haven’t obviously heard this place on the field, but I’d be very surprised if it trumped the Venezuela game in Miami’ referring to pitching in the WBC and Andrew can’t understand why players continue to give fans ammunition (1:57:38-2:19:25). Andrew and Ray are both heading to the game tonight and want to know what you will be doing for the game if you are not going tonight, and they also build their SGP for tonight (2:19:25-).

Jeff McLane of Philly Inquirer joins the show and breaks down an ugly Eagles loss to the Jets knocking them from the undefeated ranks, the issues plaguing the Eagles offense, provides an update on the Lane Johnson injury and more.

In today's edition of the vault we take a listen back to the sounds of a Game 1 victory for the Phillies in the NLCS including post game audio from Bryce Harper and Zack Wheeler.

(0:00-8:37) Yesterday was an embarrassing loss. No excuses for the performance and none for how Jalen Hurts played. A lot of injuries to add to the fire too. Andrew critiques the Eagles performance against the Jets and what went wrong. 

(8:44-31:05) Jack Driscoll was horrible yesterday, but the Eagles continued to drop back Jalen Hurts. The game plan was wrong, and Andrew isn’t over the loss. Ray gives his post-game thoughts. The NLCS roster is out.  

(31:08-51:39) Something was said in the Jets Lockeroom after the game that should alert everyone. Today’s vault starts with bringing it back to the 2008 NLCS in honor of the NLCS starting today. Bryce Harper’s birthday is today, so Ray helps us celebrate by reliving some of Bryce's biggest moments in Philadelphia. 

(51:47-1:11:50) There’s a lot of Jalen hurts criticism today. Most of it is warranted but there is a lot that caused yesterday's loss. Defense was not one of the reasons.  

(1:11:53-1:34:32) Andrew reads some numbers for tonight’s pitching matching up for the Phillies first game in the NLCS series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Callers weigh in on what they thought were the biggest issues and cause for concern with the Eagles.  

(1:34:40-1:57:54) Andrew goes Around the League recapping all the NFL games scores. The guys go back to the phones to hear more reactions to the Eagles loss.  

(1:57:57-2:19:22) Why are people scared to critique Jalen hurts? Andrew and Ray try and figure out why. Plus, they hear from callers.  

(2:19:30-2:49:24) The show wraps up with final thoughts of the Eagles loss to the Jets from Andrew, Ray and callers. Let's not forget the Phillies play game 1 of the NLCS tonight! Andrew and Ray build a SGP for the game.  

Today’s vault starts with bringing it back to the 2008 NLCS in honor of the NLCS starting today. Bryce Harper’s birthday is today, so Ray helps us celebrate by reliving some of Bryce's biggest moments in Philadelphia.  

(00:00-41:13) On the midday show, Andrew is fired up.  The Phillies take down the Braves in Game 4 of the NLDS to move on to the NLCS for the second year in a row.  Everything was perfect.  Andrew and Ray were both at the game and talked about their experience at the Bank.  They talk about the game and play a montage of the NLDS to relive all the great moments.  Andrew then heads to the phones to hear what you have to say.

(41:14-53:03) Ray opens the vault and he and Choonis relive last night’s clinching game.  So many great moments.

(53:10-2:21:04) The conversation with you continues about the Phillies last night and the upcoming series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.  We get a report from a Phillies fan in Atlanta on how dead it is in the ATL right now.  We also get many callers that were at the game sharing their memories.  All this and much more.  It’s a great day to be a Phillies fan.

(2:21:11-2:50:44) The guys talk a little football and make their NFL Picks.

Ray and the Choonis relive the Phillies amazing Game 4 clinching game against the Braves.

As requested by some of our loyal callers, here is the NLDS mix that Andrew and Ray played during the Midday Show today.

(0:00-10:05) Andrew opens the show thanking everyone for chanting they want Strider at the game last night. He recaps the massive win for the Phils and hear from Bryce Harper after the game on how much he loves playing here. 

(10:12-31:03) Andrew and Ray share how the watch party at Paddywhacks went last night. Braves Twitter is a mess, Andrew shares what he saw. He talks to callers to reminisce on the win and how incredible Nick Castellanos and Bryce Harper were. 

(31:06-53:10) Calls continue and Bryce comments on Orlando Arcia’s comments against him after game 2. Ray opens the vault. Today’s vault relives the six homeruns from last night and other highlights of the historic win.  

(53:18-1:15:05) The vibes are being set for tonight's game by callers, Andrew and Ray. The Phillies bullpen plays a game during the Phillies at bats.  

(1:15:08-1:36:34) Hear from some of the fans that were at the game last night and some numbers for tonight's pitching matchup. 

(1:36:42-1:57:56) Andrew and Ray share their plans for the game as they take suggestions as to where to tailgate and they’re back to the phones.  

(1:57:59-2:50:02) The last hour of the show Andrew and Ray speak to all the fans going to the game, who were at last night's game and everything in between. Plus, build a same game parlay with Andrew and Ray for the game! 

Ray opens the vault! All the homers and highlights from the 10-2 victory over the Braves in game three last night.