Episodios

  • #988: Phillies are Set to Start the Second Half of the MLB Season

    #988: Phillies are Set to Start the Second Half of the MLB Season
    Jul 18 2025
    Kyle Schwarber put on quite the show at the All-Star Game and the trade deadline is still weeks away. Meanwhile, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher talk about who needs to step it up for the Phillies offense in the second half, and break down the Phillies' first opponents, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.
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    47 m
  • #986: Kyle Schwarber is All Star MVP & 2nd Half Phillies Predictions

    #986: Kyle Schwarber is All Star MVP & 2nd Half Phillies Predictions
    Jul 17 2025
    On Episode 986 of Hittin’ Season, powered by WHYY, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight marvels at the heroics of Kyle Schwarber in the All Star Game Home Run Derby Swing-Off that won him MVP honors of the Midsummer Classic. Also, why MLB was correct in not naming Cristopher Sanchez and Ranger Suarez All Stars and how a low-key All Star Break for most of the Phils is a blessing in disguise. Then John delivers 10 predictions for the second half and answers some Hot Stove mailbag questions.
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    55 m
  • #985: Phillies First Half Recap & All Star Trivia Spectacular!

    #985: Phillies First Half Recap & All Star Trivia Spectacular!
    Jul 15 2025
    On Episode 985 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, Editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal, review the first half of the Phillies' 2025 season and wonder, how are the Phillies in first place? Also, John, Justin and Liz dive into a trivia challenge centered around the Philadelphia Phillies and their All-Star Game history, flowing through various milestones, memorable moments, and anecdotes from past All-Star Game. 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Phillies' Season 02:40 Home Run Derby Highlights and Player Performances 05:28 Phillies' First Half Performance and Team Dynamics 08:42 Strengths and Weaknesses of the Phillies' Roster 11:37 Reflections on the First Half and Comparisons to Other Teams 14:46 Grading the Players: Starting Pitching and Offense 17:37 Bryce Harper's Impact and Expectations 20:33 Assessing the Bullpen and Overall Team Performance 23:30 Final Thoughts and All-Star Trivia 40:11 Trade Deadline Predictions 42:39 All-Star Game Trivia Fun 53:38 Milestones and Memorable Moments 59:16 All-Star Game Trivia Begins 01:02:18 Milestones and Historical Context 01:05:07 The Evolution of the Vet Stadium 01:07:43 Home Run Derby Highlights 01:11:31 Memorable All-Star Moments 01:15:17 Final Trivia Challenge and Wrap-Up
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    1 h y 21 m
  • #984: Phillies Trade Talk Before a Series in San Diego

    #984: Phillies Trade Talk Before a Series in San Diego
    Jul 11 2025
    Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher talk about some recent whispers on Phillies trade deadline moves, particularly in the bullpen, as well as what lies ahead for the Phillies in San Diego this weekend. Then Mitch Rupert comes by to reset expectations—just a little—for Andrew Painter.
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    51 m
  • #983: It Looks Like Bryce Harper is BACK!

    #983: It Looks Like Bryce Harper is BACK!
    Jul 10 2025
    On Episode 983 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY in Philadelphia, host John Stolnis of the Good Phight is joined by Crossing Broad's Luke Arcaini to discuss Bryce Harper's long-awaited coming out party in Wednesday's 13-0 shellacking of the Giants in their house of horrors, San Francisco. Also, a horrific walk-off loss, trade deadline talk, Andrew Painter's timeline, and lots more!
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    1 h y 8 m
  • #982: It's Time For the Phillies To Go All In

    #982: It's Time For the Phillies To Go All In
    Jul 8 2025
    On Episode 982 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, the Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher from SABR's Baseball Research Journal discuss the historic pitching performance of Zack Wheeler and why the Phillies cannot waste his performance, and the starting rotation, by being passive at the trade deadline. Also, thoughts on All Stars Wheeler and Kyle Schwarber, snubs, and concerns over Bryce Harper's wrist continue.
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    1 h y 4 m
  • Hittin' Season #981: The Phillies Face a Tough Reds Team Over the Weekend

    Hittin' Season #981: The Phillies Face a Tough Reds Team Over the Weekend
    Jul 4 2025
    Justin Klugh talks about the Phillies' series win over the Padres. Then baseball economics and labor reporter Jen Ramos Eisen discusses the recent purchase of the Reading Fightin' Phils by Diamond Baseball Holdings, and Wick Terrell of Red Reporter drops by to talk about the Phillies' weekend opponent, the Cincinnati Reds.
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    49 m
  • #980: Is This The Best Phillies Rotation Ever?

    #980: Is This The Best Phillies Rotation Ever?
    Jul 3 2025
    On Episode 980, John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps the Phillies series victory over the Padres, with thoughts on the continued dominance of Zack Wheeler and Ranger Suarez, including thoughts on whether Wheeler is the second-best pitcher in franchise history, how many of the starters will make the All Star team, Cristopher Sanchez' incredible run, and what's next for Mick Abel? Also, the cries are growing louder for the Braves to sell at the trade deadline after another devastating pitching injury, and the All Star starters are announced. Who was snubbed?
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    44 m