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Big Wheel, Keep On Turning Aug 18, 2026

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Matt is far away, so FanGraphs' Michael Baumann pinch hits once more to talk about Derek Hill as the most clutch player alive, top-heaviness with hero ball, and how this season doesn't necessarily mean another 2012 is brewing.

Our Executive Producer supporters for this episode are: Adam D., Andrew C., Andrew G., Andrew K., Joe M., and Mary R. Thank you as well to this show's additional Producers: Amy Z., Birche F., Brian H., Brian J., Brian L., Brian S., Briana W., CallisonGhost, Christopher S., Daniel Y., Em B., Hunter R., Ian, Jack S., Jacob K., Jacob T., Jaedon M., Jami P., Jason G., Joe M., John S., Kaitlin M., Kodi L., Lindsay, Lisa L., Matt H., Matt P., Michael Wei., Michael Wer., Nate J., Nick F., Nolan R., Phil C., Robert R., Timothy G., Tom D., Tom H., Tyler R., Vinay V., Zack, and our anonymous supporters. For more, visit patreon.com/PhilliesTherapy Merch: https://phillies-therapy-shop.fourthwall.com Many Hands Coffee: manyhandscoffee.com

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Fuel For the Embers Aug 10, 2026

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This team is tired, and they look it. Heavy pitcher use, some extraordinarily humid weather to play through, injuries and short outings have compromised the Phillies' pitching staff. Ironically, that happens as the offense enjoys one of its most productive stretches in years. The Phils are still in playoff position, but it is very much a fight. Do they have the stamina to keep throwing punches in the final seven weeks of the regular season?

Our Executive Producer supporters for this episode are: Andrew C., Andrew G., Joe M., and Mary R. Thank you as well to this show's additional Producers: Amy Z., Birche F., Brian H., Brian J., Brian L., Brian S., Briana W., CallisonGhost, Christopher S., Daniel Y., Em B., Hunter R., Ian, Jack S., Jacob K., Jacob T., Jaedon M., Jami P., Jason G., Joe M., John S., Kaitlin M., Kodi L., Lindsay, Lisa L., Matt H., Matt P., Michael Wei., Michael Wer., Nate J., Nick F., Nolan R., Phil C., Robert R., Timothy G., Tom D., Tom H., Tyler R., Vinay V., Zack, and our anonymous supporters. For more, visit patreon.com/PhilliesTherapy Merch: https://phillies-therapy-shop.fourthwall.com Many Hands Coffee: manyhandscoffee.com

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Arraez, My Love Aug 04, 2026

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The trades have happened! The Phillies added Luis Arraez, Caleb Kilian, and Brooks Raley in two separate deals, plus minor league outfielder outfielder Colby Thomas in a third. They sent back helium pitching prospect Ramon Marquez and reliever Marty Gair to the Giants, with defensive specialist outfielder John Spikerman and pitcher Luke Gabrysh going to the Mets.

Beyond that, the defensive dominoes of moving Stott, Bohm, and Harper (to the outfield!) to accommodate Arraez will make for little less than a fantastic watch. Come, join us as we review the carnage.

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We Have the Mis* at Home Jul 27, 2026

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Mis-ner, that is. Yes, the Phillies kicked off their trade season already, and while Kameron Misner is unlikely to be a big factor in their plans, that doesn't mean every move the team makes over the next week won't be impactful. Far from it!

We talk the latest in the trade landscape, maintaining a good feeling about the team's position, and understanding the frustrations the fanbase seemingly cannot shake.

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A Ray of Hope Jul 23, 2026

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After dropping two series to start a homestand, the Phillies welcome the Yankees for a weekend series. With the deadline less than two weeks away, there's a bit more clarity around who might be selling, and what the Phillies could reasonably target. A hint? Keep your eyes up north.

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A Good Hang: The 2026 Phillies at the Break Jul 13, 2026

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At 54-43, the Phillies enter hosting duties at the All-Star Break in a good spot. They're in the thick of the division race, nearly all of their key players are healthy, and the promise of an additive trade deadline awaits. We look back on the first "half" that was for the Phils, and prepare to look ahead to #hugwatch season.

Our Executive Producer supporters for this episode are: Adam D., Andrew C., Andrew G., Joe M., and Mary R. Thank you as well to this show's additional Producers: Amy Z., Birche F., Brian H., Brian J., Brian L., Brian S., Briana W., CallisonGhost, Christopher S., Daniel Y., Em B., Hunter R., Ian, Jack S., Jacob K., Jacob T., Jaedon M., Jami P., Jason G., Joe M., John S., Kaitlin M., Kodi L., Lindsay, Lisa L., Matt H., Matt P., Michael Wei., Michael Wer., Nate J., Nick F., Nolan R., Phil C., Robert R., Timothy G., Tom D., Tom H., Tyler R., Vinay V., Zack, and our anonymous supporters. For more, visit patreon.com/PhilliesTherapy Merch: https://phillies-therapy-shop.fourthwall.com Many Hands Coffee: manyhandscoffee.com

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Grounds For Improvement Jul 07, 2026

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It didn't lead to all 15 (!) runs the Phillies allowed on Monday, but another costly mistake in the field brought the question back to the fore: What can be done about the Phils' almost-historically bad defense? We also check in on All-Star Game news, think about the Derby, and find some eerie parallels between this Phillies team and another Dombrowski epoch.

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One-Run Fun in the Sun Jun 29, 2026

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Winning one-run games isn't a skill, huh?! Try telling that to these guys!

After a week on the road for the ages, the Phillies come home for a four-gamer against the Pirates during a heatwave. We check in on the state of the defense, update our trade deadline watchlists, and do a little more marveling at Jhoan Duran.

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Barrel-Aged Jun 22, 2026

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The Phils are hot. The offense has come up big for the pitching staff multiple times over the last week, and the team is running on just about all its cylinders. A pesky test against the Nationals in D.C. kicks off the latest road trip. Paul and Matt appreciate Kyle Schwarber's moment, Bryce Harper's big-ass bat, and looking ahead to a summer of meaningful baseball.

Our Executive Producer supporters for this episode are: Adam D., Andrew C., Andrew G., Joe M., and Mary R. Thank you as well to this show's additional Producers: Amy Z., Birche F., Brian S., Brian H., Brian J., Brian L., Briana W., CallisonGhost, Christopher S., Daniel Y., Em B., Hunter R., Ian, Jack S., Jacob K., Jacob T.. Jaedon M., Jami P., Jason G., Joe M., John S., Kaitlin M., Kodi L., Lindsay, Lisa L., Matt H., Michael Wei., Michael Wer., Nate J., Nick F., Nolan R., Phil C., Robert R., Timothy G., Tom D., Tom H., Tyler R., Vinay V., Zack, and our anonymous supporters. For more, visit patreon.com/PhilliesTherapy Merch: https://phillies-therapy-shop.fourthwall.com Many Hands Coffee: manyhandscoffee.com

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What to Make of Any of This Jun 16, 2026

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The Phillies are winning, but the performance of most their roster doesn't really reflect that. Their (lack of) depth required them to trade two players in June for outfield help. It all feels so tenuous, despite the record. Paul has a moment while continuing to try and come to grips with that, and Matt offers his theory. Plus: Gabriel Rincones, Jr., more Trea Turner, and a quick assessment of needs six weeks out from the deadline.

Our Executive Producer supporters for this episode are: Adam D., Andrew C., Andrew G., Joe M., and Mary R.
Thank you as well to this show's additional Producers: Amy Z., Birche F., Brian S., Brian H., Brian J., Brian L., Briana W., CallisonGhost, Christopher S., Daniel Y., Em B., Hunter R., Ian, Jack S., Jacob K., Jacob T.. Jaedon M., Jami P., Jason G., Joe M., John S., Kaitlin M., Kodi L., Lindsay, Lisa L., Matt H., Michael Wei., Michael Wer., Nate J., Nick F., Nolan R., Phil C., Robert R., Timothy G., Tom D., Tom H., Tyler R., Vinay V., Zack, and our anonymous supporters.
For more, visit patreon.com/PhilliesTherapy
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