High Hopes: A Phillies Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Today, We Are A Team USA Pod Mar 17, 2026

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz preview tonight's WBC final between the USA and Venezuela. Later, the guys give their thoughts on how some key Phillies have performed in the tournament and look ahead to next week's Opening Day.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com

EMERGENCY POD: JESUS LUZARDO SIGNS 5-YEAR CONTRACT EXTENSION Mar 10, 2026

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The Philadelphia Phillies and Jesus Luzardo agreed to a five-year contract extension on Monday. Jack Fritz reacts to the huge news and also answers some questions about what has gone on so far in Spring Training.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com

Kyle Schwarber Is The Real Captain America Mar 08, 2026

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to Kyle Schwarber's go-ahead home run in the WBC and give their thoughts on how some key Phillies have performed recently in spring training.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com

Holding Seltzer Hostage To Tell Him About The Quality Of The Phillies' ABs Mar 01, 2026

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to Andrew Painter's first start of the spring and then review all of last week's interviews from their time in Clearwater.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com

The Boys Are Back! Feb 23, 2026

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz give their thoughts on the Phillies' first weekend of Grapefruit League action and react to the latest comments from Bryce Harper.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com

What The Heck Is Going On With This Baseball Team? Feb 16, 2026

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The Philadelphia Phillies have their first full-team workout today and the High Hopes pod will be LIVE to discuss everything going on in Clearwater. James and Jack will react to Bryce Harper's comments and the fallout from Nick Castellanos being released and signing with the Padres.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com

Aidan In The Outfield: The Spring Training Mailbag Pod Feb 11, 2026

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The Philadelphia Phillies' 2026 spring training kicks off today and the High Hopes podcast answers all your questions about the team, including the rotations future, top prospects and more.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com

Have You Talked Yourself Into The Phillies Yet? Feb 05, 2026

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the latest news regarding the Phillies and sort through an extended take bag as they get ready for the start of Spring Training.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com

Is The Phillies Offseason a C or an F-? Jan 28, 2026

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz come to terms with the Phillies' lackluster offseason and try to find the optimism for the 2026 team by lowering expectations.

God, This Sucks Jan 22, 2026

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James Seltzer and Jack Fritz discuss their lack of optimism for the Phillies after yet another trade from the Mets. The guys voice their frustration with Dave Dombrowski's moves this offseason and wonder what the future could hold for an aging, expensive team.

Presented by Miller Lite.

To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com