Hittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast

The Phillies appear to be done tinkering with their outfield after signing free agent Adolis Garcia to be their new everyday right fielder. On this episode of Hittin' Season, from WHYY, John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher discuss the signing, what the 2026 outfield looks like, what it says about Justin Crawford and Harrison Bader, and Dave Dombrowski's off-season plan thus far. Also, an ana...

Kyle Schwarber is back with the Phillies. What does it mean for the team, their window of contention and their ability to add to the MLB roster this winter? Hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher discuss the Schwarber deal, what's next for Dave Dombrowski and the front office, as well as Rob Thomson's contract extension and the Mets losing closer Edwin Diaz to the Dodgers on Episode 1035...

On Episode 1034 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 preview this week's Winter Meetings in Orlando. Most people believe Schwarber will re-sign with the Phils this week, but what if he doesn't? Where could he go? What would the Phillies do if that happens? Plus, each ho...

On Episode 1033 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, The Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, editor of the SABR Baseball Research Journal discusses the latest rumors on Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto, Ketel Marte trade ideas, a Japanese pitcher we'd all like to see, and various hot take Phillies topics that may have landed you in a fight at Thanksgivin...

On Episode 1032 of Hittin' Season, The Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, Editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal discuss the trades involving Taylor Ward, Marcus Semien and Brandon Nimmo and how they affect the Phillies, the chances Kyle Schwarber signs with the Pirates or Reds, three non-tendered players of potential interest, and an interview wit...

Could we see the Hot Stove start to warm up this week for the Phillies? On Episode 1031 of Hittin' Season, from WHYY in Philadelphia, John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh discuss some deadlines coming this week that could result in some transaction for your Phils. Plus, how long will the Phillies wait for Kyle Schwarber to sign, and are they getting aggressive with...

On Episode 1030 of Hittin' Season, from WHYY, The Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal, try to figure out what outfield prospect Justin Crawford's role on the Phillies will be in 2026. Center field? Left? Can he hit at the big league level? Plus, more on the Phils' plans for the outfield, Bryce Harper threatened...

Was this the greatest World Series of all time? What lessons can the Phillies take away from the Dodgers and Blue Jays? What should the Phillies do this off-season? On Episode 1029 of Hittin' Season, from WHYY, John Stolnis of The Good Phight is joined by The Athletic's Tyler Kepner to discuss all those items. Plus, the latest news on qualifying offers to two key Phils free agents, a minor league...

On Episode 1028 of Hittin' Season, from WHYY, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, Editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal, run down the names of the biggest free agents on the market and which ones are fits for the Phils. Also, some thoughts on the World Series, and Rob Thomson, Kyle Schwarber and Cristopher Sanchez are finalists for some of MLB...

On Episode 1027 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher discuss Bryce Harper's comments to the Athletic regarding Dave Dombrowski's comments wondering if the Phillies' superstar will return to elite status next season. Was this a bad look for Harper? And what does he need to do to bounce back in 2025?

Which Phillies will be on the team in 2026 and which will be heading somewhere else? On Episode 1026 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh give their predictions and preview the World Series between the Blue Jays and Dodgers. Also, would you give up the farm in a deal for Detroit's Tarik Skubal?

On Episode 1025 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher, editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal recap Phillies team president Dave Dombrowski's end-of-year news conference. Dave had some interesting things to say about Bryce Harper, Nick Castellanos and the team's performance in the NLDS and hinted at changes that c...

Rob Thomson will be back as manager of the Phillies once again, in 2026. The Good Phight's John Stolnis and Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh react to the reports that came down on Monday. Is it the right move and what coaches should return with Thomson, if any? Can the Phils enact the kind of change the fanbase wants by returning the manager for at least one more season?

Is this end of an era? After the Phillies' stunning Game 4 loss to the Dodgers, questions abound as to whether how many of these players will be back in 2026. How did this happen? Again??? Hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher react to the incomprehensible Orion Kerkering play, the most underrated reason why they lost Game 4, the offense that disappeared once again, and whether it's tim...

The 2025 Phillies are still alive thanks to their 8-2 win over the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLDS, keeping their season going for at least one more game. On this edition of Hittin' Season, the Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher from SABR's Baseball Research Journal recap Game 3, featuring Kyle Schwarber's two homers, phenomenal pitching by Aaron Nola a...

The Phillies 2025 season is on the brink. After losing Game 2 of their NLDS series against the Dodgers, 4-3, the Phils head to L.A. needing to win three straight games to continue their quest for a World Series. Hosts John Stolnis and Liz Roscher discuss Rob Thomson's decision to bunt in the 9th inning, the continued absence of Trea Turner, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper, Jesus Luzardo's outstand...

After a crushing Game 1 loss to the Dodgers in the NLDS on Saturday night, can the Phillies get up off the mat and win Game 2 at the suddenly vulnerable Citizens Bank Park? On this edition of Hittin' Season, the Good Phight's John Stolnis recaps a bitterly disappointing Game 1, why the bullpen is more to blame than the bats, Rob Thomson's managerial decisions and looks ahead to Game 2. What do the...

Justin Klugh talks about the MLB playoff picture after the Wild Card rounds, as well as what's to be expected when the Dodgers come to Citizens Bank Park for the NLDS.

It will be the Dodgers. After sweeping the Cincinnati Reds in their Wild Card series on Wednesday, the Phillies now know who their opponent will be in the NLDS, the defending champs, who will take on the Phils beginning Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park. John Stolnis of the Good Phight takes a look at the upcoming series between two of baseball's heavyweights, including Game 1 starter Shohei Oh...

It's time for the playoffs. The Phillies, looking to get back to the World Series for the first time since 2022 and win it for the first time since 2008, will spend this week waiting to see who emerges as the winners of the NL Wild Card, knowing they will host either the Dodgers or Reds beginning on Monday night. So, what's ahead for the Phils this week? John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher...

Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher decide whether or not Kyle Schwarber will surpass Ryan Howard's single-season Phillies home run record as well as the vicious wild card fights going on the NL and AL as the season wraps up. Then, Baseball Prospectus editor Craig Goldstein gives some inside info on the Phillies' potential NLDS opponent, the Dodgers.

The Phillies hit a franchise record 8 home runs in Wednesday night's 11-1 win over the Marlins, clinching the No. 2 seed and a bye past the wild card round of the National League playoffs! On Episode 1015 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps a marvelous night at the ballpark. Also, Tuesday night's loss continued a troubling trend by the bullpen, the latest on...

On Episode 1014 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher of SABR's Baseball Research Journal discuss the Philadelphia Phillies' current position as they head into the final week of the regular season and prepare for the postseason. They analyze key players to watch, including milestones for Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber, and the imp...

Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher wrap up the Phillies' victorious series against the Dodgers and talk about what's next for the team in Arizona. Then, Mitch Rupert breaks down the current state of some top Phillies prospects as the minor league season winds down.

For the second year in a row, the Phillies are NL East champs! On this special bonus edition of Hittin' Season, the Good Phight's John Stolnis recaps Monday night's thrilling 6-5 win over the Dodgers in Los Angeles that clinched a second straight NL East title!