It's time to recap the top 10 moments of the Philadelphia Phillies' first half! With the All-Star Break here, Connor takes a look back at some of the biggest and most improbable moments of the first half that has the Phillies in contention for a Wild Card spot in the National League. From huge home runs, incredible starts, and clutch moments, to tough defensive moments, unlikely heroes, and even a managerial change, the Philadelphia Phillies' first half has been a roller coaster ride. Is your favorite moment mentioned? What takes the top spot? Check out our rankings and let us know in the comments whether or not you agree! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Connor dives into the conspiracy theory that Kyle Schwarber potentially threw the Home Run Derby to allow Albert Pujols to advance to the 2nd round, and discusses the possibility that ESPN actually miscounted Schwarber's homers in the first round of the derby on Monday night. Next up, Connor recaps the All-Star game that turned into a pitcher's duel, and breaks down a couple of big home runs from Giancarlo Stanton, Byron Buxton, and Paul Goldschmidt, as well as a quiet night from Kyle Schwarber in his 2 All-Star game at bats. Finally, a preview of next episode in which we will break down the top 10 moments of the first half of the Philadelphia Phillies' season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today’s episode, Connor recaps the Philadelphia Phillies’ sweep of the Miami Marlins down in Florida, the first road sweep of the Marlins since 2010, that rounded out the pre-All-Star break portion of the Phillies schedule! Next, he takes stock in where the Phillies stand in the National League, the NL East, and the NL Wild Card race, and how the team has managed to stay afloat through a very strange first half. Finally, Connor shares his thoughts on Kyle Schwarber’s chances in the Home Run Derby tonight, why he might have a better chance than other hitters, and what the odds say about his chances to make it to the championship and potentially unseat Pete Alonso as the Mets’ slugger goes for his 3rd straight win! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Connor recaps the Philadelphia Phillies' 4th straight loss, this one to the Toronto Blue Jays in a series sweep north of the border. He also discusses where our level of concern should be with the Phillies in the midst of this losing streak as the team limps their way into the All-Star game, and if it is time to panic or not. Next, a preview of the upcoming series with the Miami Marlins and some interesting pitching matchups in Miami. Finally, Connor goes through the schedule for the All-Star festivities in Los Angeles including the Home Run Derby, Futures Game, and more, and what to watch for in each event as a Phillies fan! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Connor breaks down the Philadelphia Phillies' loss last night in Toronto to the Blue Jays and the struggling offensive performance that led to 13 strikeouts for Jays' starter Jose Berrios. He also explains why there shouldn't be too much concern about the Phillies' 3 game losing streak given the circumstances the team is currently facing. Next, a preview of the series ending game in Toronto and a chance for Zack Wheeler to get back on track with a dominant outing North of the border. Finally, in Stepping Off, Connor shares his thoughts about Kyle Schwarber's decision to compete in the 2022 Home Run Derby and how it could affect his stellar season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Philadelphia Phillies are heading north of the border, and they're going without Aaron Nola, Kyle Gibson, Alec Bohm, and JT Realmuto, who are all unvaccinated and unable to enter Canada due to COVID restrictions. How will it affect the series, and how will it affect the locker room? Also, Connor recaps the series against the St. Louis Cardinals and another loss that could be placed on the shoulders of a weakened offensive attack. Finally, in Off The Poll, the results of our Twitter Poll on whether or not Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler are truly All-Star team snubs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Connor recaps a busy weekend for the Philadelphia Phillies in which they won two shutout games over the St. Louis Cardinals that gave them the season series win over the Cardinals! Kyle Schwarber stayed hot and the Phillies pitching stepped up, and now the Phillies can win the series with a win tonight at Busch Stadium. Next, the NL All Star roster has been announced, and while Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber deservingly made the team, Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola were among some of the biggest snubs in the National League. Finally, in Off The Poll, Connor wants to know the fans thoughts on the Wheeler/Nola All Star snubs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today’s episode, Connor breaks down last night’s Philadelphia Phillies’ loss to the Washington Nationals despite continued brilliance from Kyle Schwarber at the dish. With 2 more home runs in the game, Schwarber notched back to back multi home run games, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the fact that the rest of the lineup only had 1 hit combined. Also, Odubel Herrera had a rough play in center field that many feel cost the Phillies the game, should he shoulder all of the blame? Next, a preview of Phillies-Nats game 3 with Bailey Falter and Joan Aldo facing off in dueling spot starts. Finally, in Stepping Off, Connor gives props to the Phillies on their awesome display during their postgame firework shows over the past week or so at Citizens Bank Park! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Connor recaps the Philadelphia Phillies huge win over the Washington Nationals behind an 11 run offensive performance powered by Kyle Schwarber's 2 home run night and numerous other contributors. He also discusses Christopher Sanchez's solid spot start in the win but raises caution about future outings from some of the fill-in pitchers. Next, we take a look at the standings in the NL and in the NL Wild Card race and break down whether or not the Phillies, who are currently in the 3rd and final NL Wild Card spot just above the St. Louis Cardinals, can hold that position during the 2nd half of the season! Finally, in Off The Poll, will the Phillies have a better, worse, or similar 2nd half to what they did in their first 81 games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Connor takes a look at the big storylines from the Philadelphia Phillies' first half of the season with game 81 set for tonight! How did the Phillies get to where they are at 42-38? Does the fact that the first half was all over the place give you more or less confidence the rest of the way? Who were the biggest surprises and disappointments in the first 81 games? All of that and more is covered as we review one of the more interesting starts to a season in recent memory. Next, a preview of the upcoming series with the Washington Nationals and some concerns about the Phillies' starting pitching depth with Ranger Suarez now joining Zach Eflin on the IL. Finally, in Off The Poll, how will the Phillies' second half compare to the first half we just watched? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices