If you listened to Monday’s show, then you heard Jim say the Phillies would be in first place in the National League East before the end of the week.

The Phils moved into first place on Monday night, following a win in Colorado. They extended their lead over the Mets with a win on Tuesday night. The Phillies have the best record in the National League, and the second-best record in baseball.

We talk about the offense’s recent production, Jesús Luzardo’s historic start, Kyle Schwrber’s run at 500 home runs, the Phillies’ interest in David Robertson and more.

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What a Sunday at Citizens Bank Park.

Major League Baseball announced before the game that Phillies left-hander José Alvarado was suspended 80 games for using a performance-enhancing substance. He will be ineligible for the postseason. It’s a major blow to a bullpen that has leaned heavily on Alvarado, who has been its best pitcher this season. What are the short-term and long-term answers for the Phils?

Mick Abel made his MLB debut on Sunday. He outdueled Paul Skenes in a 1-0 victory. A look at Abel’s historic day. Listen to out podcast in January with Phillies pitching coach Caleb Cotham for more on Abel’s turnaround.

It’s “Best Week” by Manco & Manco Pizza! Manco’s is the Best of the Best, and every week throughout the season we pick our best Phillies players, performances and moments of the week.

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Everybody should want Phillies infield coach Bobby Dickerson on their coaching staff.

He is a long-time coach and manager in the big leagues and minor leagues, including stints with the Orioles, Padres and Phillies. He first joined the Phillies in 2019, then returned before the 2022 season. Dickerson is smart, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and tough. It’s what makes him a great coach. We ask him about Trea Turner’s future at shortstop, Alec Bohm’s remarkable progress at third base and more.

They say Delco’s a lot … and they’re right. Find a full list of weekend events at VisitDelco.com, including the Newlin Grist Mill in Glen Mills on Saturday, when they are hosting a public Archeology Day from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. It’s free and open to the public! Then on Sunday, head out to Linvilla Orchards for their annual Antique Car Show from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., you can see an outstanding display of spectacularly restored cars. No admission fee!

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