High Hopes: A Phillies Podcast

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Glen Macnow Comes on High Hopes to Talk Phils Feb 16, 2018

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Today, Jack Fritz is joined by the legendary Glen Macnow to preview the Phils and just how close they are to contending this season. Who's a lock to come into camp in the best shape of their life? Should the Phils pursue a starter? Is there anything Franco can do this season to trust him long term? All that is answered and Glen reveals his 5 beers that he enjoys while watching a ballgame. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Pitchers and Catchers are Reporting... Are You Ready? Feb 14, 2018

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Jon Marks and James Seltzer get you ready for pitchers and catchers reporting with this edition of High Hopes. How do the guys feel about the roster, what they're looking for/worried about and how to decipher real Spring Training breakout from fake Spring Training breakouts. All that and the player they're watching for in this edition of the High Hopes podcast! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

How Do You Feel About an NL DH? Jan 17, 2018

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James Seltzer and Jon Marks are back behind the mic to talk some Phillies. How do you feel about a DH in the NL? Also on this episode the guys talk more about Christian Yelich, free agent starting pitchers and Rhys Hoskins and his awful nickname. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

High Hopes Mailbag Edition Jan 10, 2018

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Jon Marks checks the High Hopes mailbag in this edition of High Hopes. He covers Yelich rumors and much more! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Any Interest in Alex Cobb and is Getting Christian Yelich a Smart Move for the Phillies? Jan 04, 2018

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back to talk about the Phillies offseason and being named the leaders in the clubhouse for Alex Cobb. Would it really be smart to give up a third round pick for him? They also debate Christian Yelich and Jon Marks comes out of hibernation for a 5 minute segment since he's too big time for us now. All that and more on this episode of High Hopes! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Ending 2017 and Entering 2018 with High Hopes: Hot Stove Update, Trade Hypotheticals, Catcher Review/Preview, and More Dec 29, 2017

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz recap the offseason moves so far and look ahead to what's on the horizon. The guys break down the free agent pitchers who are still on the market, discuss realistic trade hypotheticals for controllable starters, and offer one prediction for 2018. Plus, James and Jack continue the High Hopes offseason positional analysis with their 2017 review/2018 preview of the catcher position. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Saying Goodbye To Freddy Galvis And Hello To Carlos Santana Dec 16, 2017

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James Seltzer and Jon Marks discuss a big day of Phillies action, as Matt Klentak said goodbye to Freddy Galvis and hello to Carlos Santana. The guys break down the Galvis trade (to the Padres) and what it means for J.P. Crawford and the franchise moving forward. James and Jon also analyze the Santana signing and its implications for Rhys Hoskins and others. Lastly, the fellas discuss the Manny Machado rumors and what it would take for them to pull the trigger on a deal. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Third Base and Winter Meetings Preview Dec 08, 2017

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Jon Marks, James Seltzer and producer Jack Fritz review all the Cesar Hernandez and Freddy Galvis trade proposals from the week, give their thoughts on going after Manny Machado, talk a little Maikel Franco and preview the upcoming Winter Meetings. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Shortstop Review Nov 28, 2017

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James Seltzer, Jon Marks, and Jack Fritz review shortstop performance from 2017 and preview the position for 2018 – aka Freddy vs. JP. The guys also discuss potential candidates for Gabe Kapler’s Bench Coach, the Shohei Otani sweepstakes, and much more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Second Base Review Nov 21, 2017

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Jon Marks, James Seltzer, and producer Jack Fritz review the second base position - breaking down Cesar Hernandez’s play in 2017, his future as a Phillie, when we’ll see Scott Kingery, and more. The guys also check in on the offseason hot stove, talk Rule 5 draft, and discuss the new Hall of Fame candidates for 2018. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.