Catchin' Phils: A Phillies Podcast

With the Midsummer Classic coming to Philadelphia next week, the Phillies will have five All-Stars keeping Citizens Bank Park warm after tying for the most selections in Major League Baseball. Josh and Austin break down what made Brandon Marsh's first career All-Star selection so special, why Bryce Harper's unique "Legend Pick" adds another storyline to the week, and how Kyle Sch...

At the halfway point of the 2026 season, Josh and Austin are taking a complete look at the Philadelphia Phillies roster, grading every position group, handing out midseason awards, and identifying the club's biggest strengths and weaknesses.  The guys also debate trade deadline priorities, make over/under predictions for the remainder of the season, and look ahead to a pivotal stretch that cou...

The Phillies continue their remarkable turnaround, and after another 5-2 road trip, they're suddenly within striking distance of the top spot in the NL East. In this episode of Catchin' Phils , Josh and Austin break down the Phillies' historic comeback wins against the Nationals before recapping an impressive series victory over the Mets. They discuss the resilience that's become the identity of t...

History was made this weekend in Philadelphia. Josh and Austin break down the Phillies’  statement series win over the Mets, highlighted by Bryce Harper’s first career cycle, Kyle Schwarber’s three-home run explosion, and one of the wildest offensive performances in franchise history. The guys discuss why Harper and Schwarber are the engine that can carry the Phillies through October, Zack Wheeler...

Returning home to Citizens Bank Park this week, Josh recaps the Phillies’ latest series against the Miami Marlins. The Phillies continued their strong play by taking care of business, taking two of three games against a divisional opponent, getting key contributions throughout the lineup, and building momentum heading into one of their biggest series of the season. Then, Josh and Austin are joined...

The Phillies returned from Milwaukee with more questions than answers after dropping two of three to the Brewers. We break down a frustrating weekend that featured a historic performance from Jacob Misiorowski, another shaky outing from Andrew Painter, and the first real stumble in months from Cristopher Sánchez. Can Aaron Nola still be trusted to provide quality innings down the stretch? Is the P...

The Phillies keep stacking series wins, but the margin for comfort is getting thinner as injuries, roster shifts, and late-inning volatility start to creep into the conversation. In this episode of Catchin’ Phils , Josh breaks down another series win for the Phillies in Toronto, ending with a  7–4 series-clinching win over the Blue Jays, highlighted by a power display from their key sluggers, plus...

After a week off, Josh and Austin return to the pod to discuss Cristopher Sánchez’s historic scoreless streak that finally came to an end, but not before rewriting both Phillies and MLB record books. They break down where Sánchez’s 50 ⅔-inning streak ranks among the greatest in baseball history, and if another dominant run could be starting in Toronto. Plus, Andrew Painter’s rollercoaster rookie s...

The calendar hit Memorial Day, and that means it’s time for a full check-in on the Phillies. Josh and Austin hand out grades for every part of the roster — offense, defense, starting pitching, bullpen, bench, and coaching — and take a hard look at where things stand through the first two months of the season. Who’s carrying their weight, who’s slipping, and what needs to change as the summer heats...

Josh and Austin break down a massive series sweep in Pittsburgh as the Phillies extend their winning ways to six straight series victories after dropping six in a row earlier this season — improving to 24-23 after a 9-19 start. The guys dive into the team’s incredible 15-4 run under interim manager Don Mattingly, a +37 run differential since April 28, and what’s fueling one of the best stretches o...

Josh and Austin break down the Phillies’ gritty series victory over the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park as the Phils secure their fifth straight series win after dropping six consecutive series earlier this season — becoming the first team since the 2005 Mets to pull off that turnaround. Despite an ice-cold offense that scored just five runs and hit .173 in Boston, the Phillies leaned on dominant pi...

It took a month, but the Phillies are suddenly playing their best baseball of the season. Josh and Austin break down another solid week for the Phillies, their fourth straight series victory, and what’s changed during this recent turnaround. From Cristopher Sánchez’s dominant stretch and Kyle Schwarber’s power surge to Brandon Marsh continuing to rake and Alec Bohm looking relaxed and refreshed, t...

Before the Phillies took the field in Miami Monday night for the series finale, they took two of three from the Marlins on the weekend, but once again, the story is the starting pitching. Josh and Austin start the episode by honoring the life of legendary Yankees broadcaster John Sterling, who passed away Monday at the age of 87. They break down a Phillies series that featured dominant outings fro...

Josh and Austin discuss a chaotic week in Phillies baseball, from the firing of Rob Thomson to the failed pursuit of Alex Cora and eventual promotion of Don Mattingly to the position of interim manager. All that, before a game was even played.  The guys deep dive into a successful home series against the San Francisco Giants that saw the Phillies notch their first sweep of the season, highlighted...

The Phillies are 9–19, dead last in baseball, and coming off yet another series loss — even after finally snapping a 10-game losing streak in Atlanta. In this episode of Catchin’ Phils , Josh breaks down a chaotic weekend that perfectly summed up the season so far: one step forward, two steps back. The offense remains wildly inconsistent, the rotation that was supposed to be a strength is unraveli...

Phillies Manager, Rob Thomson, is reportedly on the hot seat as the team continues its downward spiral. Josh and Austin discuss the news and what, if anything, the Phillies can do to improve upon a horrid start.  The guys talk about the upcoming road trip to Chicago and Atlanta, and what each of them is looking for from a team desperate for better results.  Follow and leave a five-star review for...

The Philadelphia Phillies are spiraling—and it’s not just one thing. After dropping another home series to the Chicago Cubs, the Phils now sit at 8-10 and suddenly look like one of the bottom feeders of Major League Baseball. In this episode, Josh breaks down a frustrating week at Citizens Bank Park, where the offense teased with a 13-run outburst before completely disappearing again. From histori...

Same story, different weekend. Josh and Austin break down another frustrating series loss for the Phillies, this time dropping two of three to the Diamondbacks to fall to 7-8 through the first 15 games of the season. The guys dive into key takeaways from the weekend, including Bryce Harper’s red-hot six-game hitting streak, Justin Crawford’s breakout start, and a bullpen that continues to be a ste...

Josh and Austin break down another tough series loss for the Phillies in San Francisco, dropping them to an even 6-6 through the first 12 games of the season.  The guys cover the latest injury updates, highlight standout performances from the minor leagues, and look ahead to a crucial nine-game homestand starting Friday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citizens Bank Park. Follow and leave...

Josh and Austin break down a second straight series win as the Phillies take two of three in Colorado and show signs of turning the corner early in the season. The guys highlight Trea Turner’s scorching stretch at the plate, the impact of Adolis García, and a bullpen that’s starting to settle in. They also dive into strong outings from Aaron Nola and Jesús Luzardo, while addressing early concerns...

The guys discuss a narrow series win against the Nationals and preview the weekend matchup with the Colorado Rockies. Josh and Austin dive deep into the performances of rookies Andrew Painter and Justin Crawford, along with the struggles of the top of the batting order. Listen until the end of the episode for bold predictions for the upcoming series.  Follow and leave a five-star review for Catchi...

(This episode was recorded before Phillies vs. Nationals on 3/30) Josh and Austin recap a disappointing first series against the Texas Rangers over the weekend, giving their reactions to the Phillies' 1-2 start. They talk about Zack Wheeler's promising outing in his first rehab assignment down in AAA and preview the first NL East action of the season as the Phils host the Washington Nation...

Josh and Austin give their quick reactions to the Phillies' 5-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Opening Day, live on Substack. Follow and leave a five-star review for Catchin’ Phils: A Phillies Podcast on  ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠ iHeartRadio⁠⁠ , and subscribe to Josh Liddick ( ⁠⁠Red Pinstripe Press⁠⁠ ) and Austin Myers ( ⁠⁠Phillies Perspective⁠⁠ ) on Substack to get their...

Opening Day is (finally) here! Josh and Austin sit down to discuss the pageantry of the baseball season, and to preview the Phillies matchup with the Texas Rangers. The guys breakdown each team’s lineup and highlight the one thing they’re watching for in game one of 162. Follow and leave a five-star review for Catchin’ Phils: A Phillies Podcast on  ⁠Spotify⁠ ,  ⁠Apple⁠ ,  ⁠Amazon⁠ , and  ⁠iHeartRa...

Happy Opening Week! With Opening Day at Citizens Bank Park just days away, Josh and Austin break down the newly finalized 26-man roster and everything else you need to know before the season begins. In today’s Deep Dive, the guys highlight their highs and lows across key stat categories, comparing their projections to FanGraphs. Follow and leave a five-star review for Catchin’ Phils: A Phillies Po...