Bill, Ricky, Andrew and Sylvana break down their top 10 most important Eagles for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. 

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Bill, Ricky and Sylvana break down potential Phillies trade targets before the All Star Break. 

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(0:00-10:41)

Ricky recounts his experience of being traded from the Phillies to the Cardinals, expressing his frustration with Phillies manager Tito Francona.

(10:41-19:47)

As the Phillies strive to secure a World Series title, they recognize the necessity of making strategic moves, which may involve trading some of their top prospects to acquire the talent essential for achieving their championship aspirations.

(19:47-31:33)

Our discussion shifts to the article detailing the Phillies' pursuit of a proven closer, highlighting their interest in acquiring a player who is under team control for the foreseeable future.

(31:33-40:24)

Ricky becomes frustrated once more when Bill references the incident in which the Giants utilized their outfielder to pitch during the final inning of the game. Additionally, we present the results of the final Twitter poll.

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We kick off the hour with "Give Me More At 4," hosted by Sylvana, who covers a range of topics including Saquon Barkley, the MLB salary cap, and a unique nude bowling event taking place in Pittsburgh.

(13:00-21:17)

We continued our analysis of the ESPN article from yesterday, focusing this time on their rankings of NFL safeties.

(21:17-32:13)

Bryce Harper showed signs of life in yesterday's game against the Giants, prompting Bill to question whether this performance marks the start of a resurgence for the star player.

(32:13-41:20)

Ricky analyzes Bryce's recent performance, noting that he is beginning to track the ball effectively and is gaining confidence in his hand-eye coordination.

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(0:00-15:19)

As the trade deadline nears, we examine potential bullpen additions for the Phillies, with a particular focus on players from the Cleveland Guardians, as the team aims to enhance its relief pitching.

(15:19-23:06)

In light of Aaron Nola's ongoing health concerns this season, Bill engages Ricky in a discussion about Nola's situation and the anticipated promotion of Andrew Painter to the major leagues.

(23:06-30:56)

Ricky acknowledges that Bryce Harper is subject to criticism during periods of poor performance, emphasizing the importance of recognizing when he is not at his best. He shares audio from Rob Thomson, who discusses the pivotal roles of Harper, Schwarber, and Turner in driving the team's offense.

(30:56-40:26)

Today marks our first opportunity to take calls, with listeners sharing their insights on MLB trade rumors and Bryce Harper.

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(0:00-11:01)

We discuss Bryce Harper's outstanding performance at the plate during yesterday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Included in our coverage is audio from Harper reflecting on his return from injury, as well as his thoughts on his breakout day.

(11:01-19:39)

Additionally, we feature comments from Phillies manager Rob Thomson regarding Harper's contributions. To engage our audience, we also presented a Twitter poll asking fans to identify the most crucial batter in the Phillies lineup.

(19:39-29:40)

Ricky acknowledges that Bryce Harper is subject to criticism during periods of poor performance, emphasizing the importance of recognizing when he is not at his best. He shares audio from Rob Thomson, who discusses the pivotal roles of Harper, Schwarber, and Turner in driving the team's offense.

(29:40-38:03)

In a notable turnaround, Jesus Luzardo delivered an impressive performance that alleviated pressure on the bullpen. This prompts Ricky to reflect on the absence of Orion Kerkering on Tuesday night due to soreness, highlighting a broader concern that modern pitchers may be reluctant to push through discomfort as he once did during his playing days.

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(0:00-14:37)

We present an update on a Twitter poll, featuring Andrew DiCecco's insights into Jalyx Hunt, who is anticipated to play a pivotal role in the Eagles' defense this season.

(14:37-22:16)

In addition, Jeremy Fowler is conducting a poll to identify the top ten players in various NFL positions. Bill reviews the honorable mentions and evaluates where Eagles running back Saquon Barkley stands among his fellow players in the league.

(22:16-32:07)

Continuing our discussion on Fowler's rankings, we shift our focus to defensive tackles, specifically examining Jalen Carter's position on the list.

(32:07-45:20)

Finally, we share the concluding Twitter poll results, analyzing the data to determine which first-year player the Philadelphia fanbase is most eager to watch in the upcoming season.

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The hour kicks off with Sylvana on "Give Me More at 4," where she discusses various topics, including the underpayment of Eagles players, Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, and the most streamed song in Apple Music history.

(13:02-19:17)

Bill examines a news article ranking playmakers across the NFL, expressing interest in the Eagles' position due to their key players in critical roles.

(19:17-30:09)

Both Bill and Andrew anticipate an improvement in the Eagles' offense through the passing game, although they do not expect the team to become overly reliant on passing. They recall that last season, the Eagles were not the top passing team, often depending on their running game for victories.

(30:09-41:58)

The Eagles have invested significantly in their offensive lineup, while their defense may feature up to ten starters on rookie contracts. This prompts a discussion on the future financial landscape of the team, particularly regarding when the defense will receive pay increases, contrasted with the offense's reliance on lower contracts.

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