Locked On Phillies - Daily Podcast On The Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies' playoff hopes are crumbling in a devastating game 2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Connor Thomas dissects the team's postseason collapses, scrutinizing Rob Thomson's questionable decisions and the underwhelming performances of stars Trea Turner, Bryce Harper, and Kyle Schwarber. The episode explores who is on the hot seat for potential roster shakeups, management chang...

The Philadelphia Phillies' 9th Inning Rally comes up short as they lose to the Los Angeles Dodgers, 4-3!     Blake Snell and Jesus Luzardo were locked in a pitcher's duel through the 6th inning, holding the opposition scoreless.     In the 7th, the Dodgers took Luzardo for a single and a double to start off the inning, putting runners on 2nd and 3rd with no out. Orion Kerkering took over for Luzar...

The Philadelphia Phillies face elimination after a disastrous Game 1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. This episode examines Rob Thomson's questionable bullpen decisions and the top lineup's poor performance, including Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and Trea Turner. We explore potential lineup changes and aggressive pitching strategies for Game 2 as the Philadelphia Phillies fight to kee...

Christopher Sanchez was brilliant through 5.2 innings, but left a slider up a little too much  to Enrique Hernandez in the 6th, and the Dodgers’ third baseman put it into the left field corner for a two-run double.     Sanchez was pulled for David Robertson and Robertson got his man as Max Muncy bounced one back to Robertson for the final out of the inning.   However, for the first time this seaso...

The Philadelphia Phillies and The Los Angeles Dodgers clash in an epic NLDS showdown. Can Bryce Harper and Shohei Ohtani lead their teams to victory? Two powerhouse lineups collide as The Philadelphia Phillies face off against The Los Angeles Dodgers in a highly anticipated National League Division Series. Hosts Connor Thomas and Harry Ruiz break down the strengths of both teams, analyzing key pla...

The Locked on MLB Squad dissects the thrilling Wild Card round, spotlighting Cam Schlittler's dominant performance and the New York Yankees' unexpected success. They analyze crucial pitching decisions, debating the merits of modern bullpen management versus traditional strategies. They offer predictions for the Divisional Series, focusing on the Philadelphia Phillies-Los Angeles Dodgers and Yankee...

The Philadelphia Phillies face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a high-stakes National League Division Series. Connor Thomas analyzes the pitching options for the Phillies, focusing on Jesus Luzardo and Ranger Suarez for Games 2 and 3.  He examines the Dodgers' star-studded lineup, including Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts, while highlighting the Phillies' offensive threats...

The Philadelphia Phillies face crucial postseason test as right-handed hitters loom large. Can their lefty-heavy pitching staff overcome this glaring weakness? Connor Thomas breaks down The Philadelphia Phillies' potential Achilles' heel heading into the playoffs. He analyzes the team's pitching composition, highlighting concerns about facing strong right-handed lineups. The discussion shifts to a...

The Philadelphia Phillies aim for playoff glory as Wild Card Series looms. Can the reigning NL champs secure a favorable matchup? Host Connor Thomas breaks down why The Philadelphia Phillies fans should root for the Cincinnati Reds in the Wild Card round. He analyzes the team's preparation during their crucial bye week, including an open intrasquad scrimmage at Citizens Bank Park. The discussion h...

The Philadelphia Phillies secure playoff berth with 96-win season. Can they clinch a World Series title? Connor Thomas analyzes the Phillies' impressive regular season, highlighting Kyle Schwarber's league-leading home runs and RBIs, Trea Turner's National League batting title, and Cristopher Sánchez's Cy Young-caliber performance. The discussion covers the team's strengths, upcoming playoff sched...

The Philadelphia Phillies fall to the Minnesota Twins in 5-0 loss to take first shut out loss at home this season!     Former Phillies prospect and brief big league starter, Mick Abel held the Phillies scoreless over six innings of three hits, nine strike out baseball!     The Phillies have now gone 0-for-17 with runners in scoring position over their last three games.    Support Us By Supporting...

The Phillies opened their final series of the season with a 3-1 win over the Minnesota Twins Friday night in South Philadelphia.     Aaron Nola was on top of his game in his final start of the regular season! The righty tossed eight innings of one-run baseball surrendering just hits with no walks while striking out nine. Nola allowed a solo homer to Christian Vazquez in the 6th that broke up a per...

GUARDIANS SURGE, TIGERS COLLAPSE: MLB PLAYOFF RACE HEATS UP Cleveland Guardians stun Detroit Tigers with late-season comeback. Can they clinch a playoff spot in the final weekend? Jeff Carr and Justin Lada break down the Guardians' impressive turnaround, highlighting key players and strategic moves. The discussion covers the Tigers' epic collapse, vulnerable teams heading into October, and the Los...

The Philadelphia Phillies hold off the Miami Marlins for a 1-0 win to win their 9th straight home series!     Walker Buehler started for the Phillies and tossed five scoreless innings allowing three hits and three walks with one hit batter. Taijuan Walker took over in the 6th and gave the Phillies two more scoreless innings.     The only run of the ballgame came in the 1st inning when Harrison Bad...

The Philadelphia Phillies secure a first-round playoff bye with an offensive explosion. Can they maintain this momentum into October? Connor Thomas breaks down the Phillies' record-breaking performance against the Miami Marlins, featuring an astounding eight home runs. Kyle Schwarber's pursuit of Ryan Howard's franchise record takes center stage, while Edmundo Sosa's unexpected power surge adds de...

The Philadelphia Phillies set a new franchise record with 8 home runs in a game as they stomp the Miami Marlins, 11-1.     Edmundo Sosa led the way with three on the night while driving in five runs, and Kyle Schwarber followed suit with a two-homer night for his 55th and 56th homers of the season. Schwarber is now just two home runs shy of tying Ryan Howard’s franchise record of 58 set in 2007.  ...

In today's episode, Connor reacts to the Philadelphia Phillies bullpen struggles in last night's loss to the Miami Marlins, and discusses if the team has a bullpen problem as they draw ever closer to the postseason. Who in the bullpen deserves some worry right now, and who should be just fine when the lights get brightest? Next, with Edmundo Sosa reinstated from the Injured List, why it's importan...

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In today's episode, Connor discusses an interesting thought about the timing of the Philadelphia Phillies potential full clinch of postseason seeding, and whether or not it's come too early. Is there such a thing as clinching too soon, and if not, what could be the benefits of locking up a first round bye ASAP? Next, with a change of where the production has been coming for the Phillies in the mon...

In today's episode, Connor reacts to some intriguing comments from Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos over the weekend about his lowered playing time, and discusses why Phillies fans should have learned by this point that trying to look to deep into things Castellanos says is a futile task. Next, a look at a series loss in Arizona, and a conversation about why there should be very l...

Aaron Nola and the Philadelphia Phillies couldn't find any late-inning magic as they lose to the Arizona Diamondbacks, 4-3.     Aaron Nola went 5.1ip allowing four runs on seven hits and two walks. Nola was pulled in the 6th inning after allowing back-to-back doubles. Tanner Banks took over in the 6th and needed 28 pitches to record the final two outs of the inning.     The Phillies went into that...

The Philadelphia Phillies open their three-game series in Arizona with an 8-2 win over the Diamondbacks!     Harrison Bader led the offense with three hits on the night including his 17th homer of the season as Alec Bohm returned from an I.L. Stint to drive in three runs on two hits. But it was Nick Castellanos who stole the show. Casty entered the game as a pinch hitter for Max Kepler in the 6th...

MLB Playoff Race Heats Up: Who's In, Who's Out? The National League wild card battle intensifies as teams scramble for postseason spots. Are the Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers locks? The Locked On MLB Squad breaks down the Chicago Cubs' chances and the New York Mets' surprising struggles. In the American League, the Cleveland Guardians surge with a 17-5 run. Can they overtake the vu...

In today's episode, Connor reacts to the Philadelphia Phillies shutout loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in their series finale, and talks about what we learned from the overall series win. With the postseason right around the corner, there are a myriad of lessons we can take from this matchup, both about the Phillies and about a potential NLDS opponent in the Dodgers. Next, a look ahead at the pigg...

The Philadelphia Phillies had NO ANSWER for Blake Snell as they take a 5-0 loss to the Dodgers!   Snell struck out 12 Phillies over seven-scoreless innings, using his curveball as his put-away pitch seven times. He also induced 24 swings and misses.     Jesus Luzardo started for the Phillies and through seven-plus innings of four-run baseball. He allowed two solo homers; one to Freddie Freeman tha...