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POWERHOUSE: Why Philadelphia Phillies SLUGGER Kyle Schwarber's Numbers Still DOMINATED In 2026

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:37:08 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies' left-handed lineup faces major questions as the 2026 season ends with mixed results. Is Kyle Schwarber's late-season slump a red flag, or do his power numbers secure his legacy among the franchise’s all-time greats? Bryson Stott’s defensive prowess earns top marks, but can the Phillies bank on his streaky bat for the future? The potential loss—or return—of contact specialist Luis Arraez could reshape the team’s approach at the plate.

Connor Thomas breaks down each player’s season, examining Schwarber’s jaw-dropping home run totals, Stott’s evolving role and Gold Glove-caliber defense, and Arraez’s fit in a homer-happy Citizens Bank Park. Discussion highlights include contract dilemmas, lineup flexibility, and whether Philly should prioritize power or contact in upcoming roster decisions. Can the Phillies’ current core keep them in contention, or is a youth movement on deck for 2027?

00:00 Kyle Schwarber Season Review
Analysis of Schwarber's power numbers, contract value, late-season decline, and comparison to other power hitters.
14:19 Bryson Stott Evaluation
Deep dive into Stott's defensive excellence, offensive inconsistencies, contract outlook, and role with the Phillies.
24:17 Luis Arraez Future & Fit
Assessment of Arraez's hitting profile, fit with Philadelphia's ballpark, contract considerations, and the team's offseason decision.

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Should The Phillies Do Whatever It Takes To Get Teruaki Sato?

Audacy — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:46:05 GMT

Sixers defeat reigning champ Knicks on their ring night. LeBron James makes debut

NBC Sports Philadelphia — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:55:22 GMT

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28:32 - Marc Jackson believes in the Wizards

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Trea Turner, Analytics, Dave Dombrowski & The World Series

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:03:00 GMT

It's been almost a week since Dave Dombrowski spoke to the media about the 2026 season. On Episode 1134 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher offer some closing thoughts on his comments, Trea Turner's future, and why the team is still struggling with some of its analytics. Also, the World Series begins on Friday between the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays. Could it be a classic? And Justin speaks with Phillies prospect analyst Mitch Rupert about the true state of the farm system.

CHANGES: Trea Turner Faces SCRUTINY After Dismal 2026 Season; Philadelphia Phillies’ Next Move?

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:31:43 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies face tough questions as Trea Turner's struggles threaten his future at shortstop. Can the former batting champ rebound after an underwhelming 2026 season, or will Dave Dombrowski's public criticisms signal a major lineup shakeup? Rookie Justin Crawford's performance emerges as a bright spot, showcasing resilience and upside despite modest power numbers.

Connor Thomas offers a sharp evaluation of the team's pivotal players—grading Turner’s offense and defense, breaking down Crawford’s promising rookie campaign, and assessing Edmundo Sosa’s clutch contributions as he enters free agency. Key topics include OPS rankings, evolving defensive roles, and the Phillies' depth challenges heading into a high-stakes offseason. Will Sosa find an everyday spot elsewhere? How do these roster decisions shape the Phillies’ playoff hopes? Don’t miss this candid analysis of Philadelphia’s search for answers after a tumultuous year.

00:00 — 2026 Player Evaluations Kickoff
(Introduction; preview of Trea Turner, Justin Crawford, Edmundo Sosa evaluations)
01:29 — Trea Turner Season Review
(In-depth analysis of Turner's offensive/defensive struggles, Dombrowski's comments, and future with Phillies)
14:03 — Justin Crawford Rookie Assessment
(Breakdown of Crawford's rookie performance, strengths/weaknesses, projection for development)
25:28 — Edmundo Sosa’s Phillies Future
(Utility role, clutch moments, free agency outlook, and legacy with Phillies)

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Don Mattingly Finally Feels The Phillies Are HIS Team, What Changes?

ALLCITY Network — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:21:25 GMT

⚾🔥 Dombrowski’s Press Conference, 5 Days Later: Phillies Offseason Reaction | Mattingly’s Changes, Trea Turner at Shortstop & the MLB Playoff Picture

🎙️ Five days after Dave Dombrowski’s end-of-year press conference, we’re breaking down how we really feel about where the Philadelphia Phillies stand heading into the offseason. 🤔 Is the plan enough? What does it mean for 2027? We get into it all!

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🔴 In this episode of PHLY Phillies Podcast : 🔴

🎤 Dave Dombrowski’s press conference reaction: What stood out, what was missing, and how our thoughts have changed after sitting on it for five days.

🧢 Don Mattingly and the Phillies: Donnie Baseball is finally feeling like this is his team! 💪 We talk about what that means, the changes he feels need to be made, and whether the roster and front office will deliver. 🔧

🧤 Trea Turner’s position: Why not move Trea to the outfield right now? 🌿 Letting him prove he can still play shortstop makes sense (or does it?). 🤷‍♂️

🏆 The MLB playoff picture: Who’s left, who we’re watching, and what it means for the Phillies’ offseason competition. 👀

🎤 Dombrowski press conference: our reaction 5 days later

🧢 Mattingly’s changes and the future of this team

🧤 Trea Turner: shortstop vs. outfield

🏆 Remaining MLB playoff picture

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The Trea Turner Situation

Foul Territory Network — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:02:26 GMT

Dave Dombrowski spoke late last week about his future plans for the Phillies, and you’ve got questions about it.

It starts with Trea Turner and how the Phillies plan to handle him next spring and summer? Can Turner handle the pressure? What’s the team’s backup plan if he can’t play better defensively? But you also asked about the Phillies’ perfect offseason. Which free agents should they sign? Can they get Randy Arozarena or Seiya Suzuki? Should they bring back Alec Bohm and Luis Arraez? How do they improve the bullpen?

Is Dombrowski being held accountable for his job performance?

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Predicting the Sixers record, team MVP and more! Can LeBron lead them to a title?

NBC Sports Philadelphia — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

00:00 - Quick talk about staggering

07:04 - Final record prediction

09:06 - Playoff seeding

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15:28 - Team MVP?

18:12 - Who plays more games between Joel Embiid and LeBron James?

20:41 - How many All-Stars do the Sixers have?

24:00 - How many trades will happen before the deadline?

25:57 - Best player off the bench

29:50 - Largest margin of victory/defeat this season?

30:22 - Longest winning/losing streak this season?

32:45 - BOLD PREDICTIONS

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Phillies Today (10/19/26): Reflecting on the positives from the 2026 season

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:06:22 GMT

EXCUSE OR REALITY: Philadelphia Phillies’ Manager Don Mattingly DEFENDS 2026 Season & Staff Overhaul

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:16:02 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies shake up their coaching staff as Don Mattingly seeks a fresh start, raising questions about accountability and leadership. Can Mattingly’s claim that it never felt like “his team” justify a season of underwhelming results, and will assembling his own staff be the answer to the Phillies' postseason ambitions?

Connor Thomas examines the firings of hitting coach Kevin Long and infield coach Bobby Dickerson, the controversial hiring of former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as third base coach, and what these moves mean for clubhouse chemistry. Insights include the real impact of positional coaches on stars like Bryce Harper and Trea Turner, the fan base’s reaction to staff changes, and how managerial experience might influence the upcoming MLB season. Will the Phillies’ new-look staff elevate the team, or are deeper issues at play?

00:00 Don Mattingly: "Not My Team" — Mattingly's comments on the Phillies not feeling like his team and an analysis of whether this is a fair excuse or a managerial cop-out.
10:55 Coaching Changes Breakdown — Examination of the firings of Kevin Long and Bobby Dickerson and their real impact on the Phillies’ performance and culture.
23:28 Carlos Mendoza Hired — Reaction to the hiring of former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as the Phillies’ third base and infield coach, plus the fan and logical perspectives.

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A Little Less Talk and A Lot More Action

Audacy — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:32:26 GMT

Out of the Bunker, Into the Light

Paul Boye and Matt Gelb — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Dave Dombrowski and Don Mattingly met with members of the media en masse for the first time since the Phillies' elimination two weeks ago. There are no sweeping answers to the many questions surrounding what the Phillies' plan is this offseason, but staring down their tallest task in the last five years, the Phillies will need to do plenty if they want to make a sixth straight playoff appearance.

We talk offseason: What we know, what we don't know, and what the heck this offseason could possibly look like if the Phillies are to become what they believe will, at last, get them over the World Series hump.

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Dave Dombrowski, Don Mattingly talk about Phillies future plans

Foul Territory Network — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Dave Dombrowski spoke for more than an hour on Thursday at Citizens Bank Park.

What’s his plan for the Phillies’ offseason? He talked about payroll, why he won’t trade his superstars, why he won’t trade from his starting pitching, why he is challenging Trea Turner to play better shortstop and more.

We discuss what Dombrowski might do this winter. We discuss the Phillies’ coaching changes. They fired Kevin Long and Bobby Dickerson. We discuss Don Mattingly’s return, and how he thinks he can get the Phillies to play better next year.

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Phillies Today (10/15/26): Dave Dombrowski & Don Mattingly press conference takeaways

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:47:58 GMT

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NBC Sports Philadelphia — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:05:05 GMT

Reacting to a refreshing press conference from Dave Dombrowski and Don Mattingly

NBC Sports Philadelphia — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:40:22 GMT

A few hours after Dave Dombrowski and Don Mattingly spoke to the media for the first time since the season ended, Sean Kane and Spencer McKercher are here to react to everything in the latest Phillies Talk podcast.

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REALITY CHECK: Philadelphia Phillies President Dave Dombrowski CALLS OUT Trea Turner In Presser

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:20:54 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies face mounting uncertainty as President Dave Dombrowski signals a major shakeup after another disappointing season. Trea Turner's position as starting shortstop is on the line, with Dombrowski openly questioning his 2026 performance and warning a positional move is imminent if he starts 2027 slowly. Bryce Harper is locked in at first base, and Alec Bohm’s future remains murky as top prospect Aidan Miller is repeatedly named as a potential third base solution. Are the Phillies finally ready to hold their stars accountable, or is it too little, too late?

Connor Thomas details Dombrowski’s candid assessment of the Phillies’ lackluster offense—highlighting that only Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber met expectations—plus the uncertain outfield outlook, bullpen updates, and incoming staff changes. Fan frustration mounts as the team stares down a lockout-shortened offseason. Can the Phillies fix their most glaring holes, or is this the start of a longer rebuild?

00:00 Dombrowski Press Conference Recap
Reaction to Dave Dombrowski's candid press conference and evaluation of Phillies' disappointing season
12:31 Trea Turner's Performance Critique
Dombrowski holds Trea Turner accountable, discusses pressure and future at shortstop
22:42 Phillies Infield & Roster Outlook
Infield alignment, Alec Bohm's future, Aidan Miller hype, and questions about depth and bullpen

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Phillies and Dave Dombrowski Conduct End Of Year Presser

ALLCITY Network — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:44:25 GMT

⚾🔔 Phillies End-of-Year Press Conference: Dombrowski on Roster Construction, Mattingly’s Return, Trea Turner at SS & the 2027 Outlook

🎙️ Dave Dombrowski sat down for the Phillies’ end-of-season press conference, and there’s a lot to unpack as Philadelphia turns the page toward 2027! In this video, we break down everything the president of baseball operations had to say and what it means for the offseason. 🔥

📋 IN THIS VIDEO:

🏗️ Dave Dombrowski’s roster construction philosophy and what the Phillies need this winter

🧢 Don Mattingly returning as manager in 2027 and what it means for the dugout

🔝 Is Trea Turner a true top-of-the-order hitter, or should the Phillies rethink the lineup?

🧤 Should Trea Turner keep playing shortstop for the Phillies?

🛋️ Getting Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber & J.T. Realmuto off their feet more next season (DH, rest days & workload management)

🌟 Can top prospects Aidan Miller, Gage Wood & Bryan Rincon contribute to the big league club in 2027?

⚠️ How the looming MLB lockout could impact this year’s free agent class

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EMERGENCY POD: DON MATTINGLY STAYS, KEVIN LONG GOES

Audacy — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 03:18:58 GMT

NO CHANGE: Philadelphia Phillies RE-HIRE Don Mattingly, Organization STICKS to Comfortable Move

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:09:07 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies double down on stability as Don Mattingly returns on a two-year managerial deal and Dave Dombrowski’s grip on the front office tightens. Has the organization grown too comfortable after repeated postseason letdowns, or is this the continuity the clubhouse needs during a turbulent MLB offseason?

Connor Thomas questions the Phillies’ lack of managerial search, explores the disconnect between fan frustration and the front office’s complacency, and outlines potential consequences for key players like Alec Bohm. With Alex Cora looming as a possible 2028 target, can Mattingly reignite a stagnant roster, or is another early playoff exit on the horizon? Dive into a candid breakdown of Philadelphia’s offseason moves, Dombrowski’s looming media address, and the pivotal decisions that shape the franchise’s future.

00:00 — Don Mattingly Returns: 2-Year Deal
13:19 — Dave Dombrowski’s Future & Leadership
23:25 — Press Conference Expectations & Roster Questions

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Don Mattingly officially named manager + Ryan Howard's reaction to Phillies' season

NBC Sports Philadelphia — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:32:26 GMT

The boys are BACK! After not having an episode since game three of the Wild Card series, Sean Kane and Spencer McKercher react to the Phillies officially hiring Don Mattingly to a two-year deal to be the manager. Ryan Howard also joins the show to share his thoughts on the Phillies season.

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10/14 Phillies Today

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:03:00 GMT

The Phillies STILL Have No Manager, What's Up With That?

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 03:46:00 GMT

On this episode of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, Editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal, ponders why it's been nearly two weeks since the end of the Phillies' season and we still haven't heard from Dave Dombrowski. Is Don Mattingly set to return as Phils manager? Also, we open the mailbag and talk about Trea Turner, Bryce Harper, roster building, and whether the Phillies have what it takes to win a World Series within the next five years.

VANISHED: Philadelphia Phillies Fans Demand ANSWERS as Dave Dombrowski's Silence Raises Questions

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:54:29 GMT

Philadelphia Phillies fans are left waiting as Dave Dombrowski’s silence fuels front office speculation. Is the president of baseball operations rethinking his future, or simply searching for the next manager after the failed Alex Cora pursuit? Questions about accountability, managerial candidates, and organizational direction take center stage as tensions mount nearly two weeks after the Phillies’ abrupt elimination.

Connor Thomas breaks down Jon Heyman’s report that Don Mattingly is likely to return as manager, sparking debate over the Phillies’ narrow search and lack of fresh perspectives. Plus, Aidan Miller’s Arizona Fall League dominance reignites the debate over Alec Bohm’s future and the team’s long-term plans at third base. With roster uncertainty, locker room frustration, and the shadow of a potential lockout, can the Phillies recapture momentum—or will missed opportunities stall their post-season ambitions again?

00:00 Phillies Front Office Silence
Discussion on Dave Dombrowski’s absence, speculation about his future, and the lack of an end-of-year press conference
13:15 Don Mattingly Managerial Search
Analysis of reports regarding Don Mattingly’s likely return, critique of the Phillies’ narrow managerial search, and implications for franchise direction
22:52 Aidan Miller Arizona Fall League
Breakdown of Aidan Miller’s impressive Fall League performance, his future impact, and how it affects decisions on Alec Bohm

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Phillies May Bring Back Don Mattingly, Who Else Could Be Considered? I PHLY Phillies Podcast

ALLCITY Network — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:14:54 GMT

After taking over as interim manager and guiding the Phillies to the playoffs again, the big question is whether Dave Dombrowski removes the interim tag. With Alex Cora out of the picture, we look at why Mattingly could be the favorite to return for 2027.

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