High Hopes: A Phillies Podcast

This week, Jack Fritz is joined by Joe Giglio to talk about how watching the Phillies this season is going to force us to adjust how we watch baseball. Their use of players will be different, their thoughts on the rotation and this bullpen is all going to change how we watch baseball. The guys also talk breakout candidates and more! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

John Stolnis of The Good Phight, numberfire.com and The Hittin' Season podcast joins James Seltzer to talk about the Jake Arrieta signing and other Spring Training news and notes.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The sleeping giant that is the Philadelphia Phillies has finally awoken as they have inked Jake Arrieta to a 3 year $75 million contract. Jon Marks, James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the news and what it means going forward on this edition of the High Hopes podcast.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Ben Harris of The Athletic joins Jack Fritz to talk about early Spring Training takeaways, impressions of Kapler, Scott Kingery, the rotation and more!  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jon Marks and Mike Angelina take your mailbag questions and talk about Scott Kingery and other spring storylines.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jack Fritz and James Seltzer are joined by The Athletic's Eno Sarris to talk about the Phillies, Nick Pivetta, players to own in fantasy and, of course, his favorite beer's right now. Eno also gives his thoughts on the Phillies core and just how good they can be.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz give their early takeaways from Spring Training, including first impressions of Gabe Kapler, pitching staff analysis, and more. Plus, the guys continue the Jake Arrieta watch, offering their thoughts on what it would take to get him, the liklihood of it happening, and the impact he would have on the team for 2018 and beyond. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for pri...

Today, Jack Fritz is joined by the legendary Glen Macnow to preview the Phils and just how close they are to contending this season. Who's a lock to come into camp in the best shape of their life? Should the Phils pursue a starter? Is there anything Franco can do this season to trust him long term? All that is answered and Glen reveals his 5 beers that he enjoys while watching a ballgame.  See omn...

Jon Marks and James Seltzer get you ready for pitchers and catchers reporting with this edition of High Hopes. How do the guys feel about the roster, what they're looking for/worried about and how to decipher real Spring Training breakout from fake Spring Training breakouts. All that and the player they're watching for in this edition of the High Hopes podcast! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener...

James Seltzer and Jon Marks are back behind the mic to talk some Phillies. How do you feel about a DH in the NL? Also on this episode the guys talk more about Christian Yelich, free agent starting pitchers and Rhys Hoskins and his awful nickname. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jon Marks checks the High Hopes mailbag in this edition of High Hopes. He covers Yelich rumors and much more! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back to talk about the Phillies offseason and being named the leaders in the clubhouse for Alex Cobb. Would it really be smart to give up a third round pick for him? They also debate Christian Yelich and Jon Marks comes out of hibernation for a 5 minute segment since he's too big time for us now. All that and more on this episode of High Hopes! See omnystudio.com/p...

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz recap the offseason moves so far and look ahead to what's on the horizon. The guys break down the free agent pitchers who are still on the market, discuss realistic trade hypotheticals for controllable starters, and offer one prediction for 2018. Plus, James and Jack continue the High Hopes offseason positional analysis with their 2017 review/2018 preview of the catche...

James Seltzer and Jon Marks discuss a big day of Phillies action, as Matt Klentak said goodbye to Freddy Galvis and hello to Carlos Santana. The guys break down the Galvis trade (to the Padres) and what it means for J.P. Crawford and the franchise moving forward. James and Jon also analyze the Santana signing and its implications for Rhys Hoskins and others. Lastly, the fellas discuss the Manny Ma...

Jon Marks, James Seltzer and producer Jack Fritz review all the Cesar Hernandez and Freddy Galvis trade proposals from the week, give their thoughts on going after Manny Machado, talk a little Maikel Franco and preview the upcoming Winter Meetings.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

James Seltzer, Jon Marks, and Jack Fritz review shortstop performance from 2017 and preview the position for 2018 – aka Freddy vs. JP. The guys also discuss potential candidates for Gabe Kapler’s Bench Coach, the Shohei Otani sweepstakes, and much more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jon Marks, James Seltzer, and producer Jack Fritz review the second base position - breaking down Cesar Hernandez’s play in 2017, his future as a Phillie, when we’ll see Scott Kingery, and more. The guys also check in on the offseason hot stove, talk Rule 5 draft, and discuss the new Hall of Fame candidates for 2018. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jon Marks and James Seltzer discuss the hirings Gabe Kapler has made for his staff, the Winter Meetings, and more. Plus, the guys offer the First Base Review for 2017 and touch on the tragic passing of Roy Halladay. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jon Marks and James Seltzer recapped Gabe Kapler's introductory press conference, including discussing his intensity, love of coconut oil, and more. The guys also look ahead to free agency and what they expect to see from Matt Klentak this offseason. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jon Marks and James Seltzer discuss the hiring of new Phillies manager Gabe Kapler. The guys discuss his analytical background, how attractive he is, and much much. Plus, the fellas break down Baseball America's Phillies Top 10 prospect list. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jon Marks and James Seltzer talk Phillies in the inaugural episode of High Hopes. The guys discuss the Phillies' managerial search, offer their thoughts on the 2017 season, and much more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.