Phillies Nation Podcast

Phillies Nation's Nathan Ackerman joined Tom Alvord Sunday on 97.5 The Fanatic to discuss how much the Phillies' recent cold stretch has changed their outlook on the team, where the club might fit into the National League postseason picture and more.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Tom Kelly on SportsRadio 94 WIP to assesses the team's standing after an ugly start to the second half. Specifically, the two discuss what level of panic Phillies fans should have given the 7-15 start to the second half.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Rob Ellis on SportsRadio 94 WIP Wednesday evening to discuss a variety of topics pertaining to the team. The duo got into the recent struggles of the Phillies, including those of Bryce Harper and Trea Turner. You can listen to the full exchange below.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Rob Ellis on SportsRadio 94 WIP Monday evening. Among other topics, the two talked about the Phillies withstanding a rash of injuries, and also previewed this month's trade deadline.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Rob Ellis on SportsRadio 94 WIP Monday evening following the team's victory over the Detroit Tigers. Specifically, the two discuss recent hot stretches from Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm at the plate, along with what's been an incredible season to this point from the starting rotation.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Ray Dunne on 97.5 The Fanatic to discuss a variety of topics pertaining to the team. Particularly, the two get into Aaron Nola's legacy, what needs the Phillies have to address before the trade deadline and whether the 2024 team should be compared to 2011.

Phillies Nation’s Nathan Ackerman joined Tom Alvord on 97.5 The Fanatic to give his thoughts on Bryce Harper’s ejection in Denver, robot umpires, what’s made the Phillies so dominant, how “real” the first two months have felt for Bohm/Stott/Suárez, how the Phillies might approach the deadline and his story on Rob Thomson and the 2012 Yankees.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Rob Ellis on SportsRadio 94 WIP Tuesday to discuss the red-hot start by the team in 2024. Specifically, the two got into hot starts by Ranger Suárez and Alec Bohm, Aaron Nola's complete-game shutout and the team's recent rash of injuries.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Tom Kelly and Ashlyn Sullivan on SportsRadio 94 WIP Monday evening to discuss a variety of topics in advance of Opening Day. Specifically, the trio get into the NL East race between the Phillies and Braves, Jordan Montgomery's continued free agency, Johan Rojas in center field and the unfolding scandal involving Shohei Ohtani.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Rob Ellis on SportsRadio 94 WIP Friday evening to discuss a variety of topics pertaining to the team. The two got into the interesting debate about who should be the team's Opening Day starter, while also breaking down some spring standouts and position battles. You can listen to the full interview below.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Tom Kelly on SportsRadio 94 WIP Monday evening to discuss a variety of topics pertaining to the team. Particularly, the two talked about Zack Wheeler's new extension, and the possibility of the Phillies adding another arm before the season starts.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly appeared on SportsRadio 94 WIP Sunday morning with Glen Macnow and Jody McDonald to discuss Aaron Nola's new contract. In addition to talking about Nola's deal, the three also discuss the possibility of pursuing closer Josh Hader and what the team's starting rotation will look like.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Jody McDonald on SportsRadio 94 WIP to talk about a variety of topics pertaining to the team. Among the topics that the two discussed are the chances of the Phillies trading for Mike Trout and Aaron Nola's future with the team.

Nathan Ackerman and Ty Daubert react to the Phillies' NLCS collapse, which saw them blow 2-0 and 3-2 series leads and the offense fall off a cliff after Game 2. They discuss how it all happened, the managerial decisions that went into it, the lasting images from the series, the distrust it creates moving forward and more.

Nathan and Ty react to the Phillies beating the 100-win Braves in a 3-1 NLDS for the second year in a row. They break down Rob Thomson's moves in Game 4, Nick Castellanos' tear, the Phillies haunting the Braves and plenty more.

The Phillies made quick work of the Marlins in the Wild Card Series, setting the stage for about as anticipated an NLDS matchup as you’ll ever see. Nathan Ackerman briefly gives his WCS takeaways (1:28) before breaking down all things Phillies-Braves, including how health concerns affect the starting pitching matchups (15:26), how Atlanta’s historic lineup stacks up against the Phillies’ at each p...

Nathan and Ty preview all things Phillies-Marlins Wild Card Series. They discuss the Phillies’ roster for the first round and analyze who might win the last few bench and bullpen spots. Then, they measure how the Phillies and Marlins stack up by each game’s starting pitcher, each position and in the bullpen. They run through a draft of Philadelphia’s relievers and discuss how Rob Thomson might con...

We’re baaaack. Like the Phillies often do (before ultimately losing anyway), the Phillies Nation Podcast makes a grand comeback — just in time for the end of the regular season and start of playoff baseball. First, Nathan Ackerman and Ty Daubert break down the Phillies’ potential Wild Card Round opponents (3:44). In the wake of Wednesday’s report that the qualifying offer value will be $20.5 milli...

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Jody McDonald on SportsRadio 94 WIP Sunday to discuss a variety of topics pertaining to the team. Specifically, the two get into the team's successful West Coast roadtrip, Aaron Nola's struggles and the rebound of Trea Turner.

Todd Zolecki, Phillies beat writer for MLB.com, joins the podcast. He and Nathan Ackerman discuss the Phillies’ win streak, the promising outlook for the starting rotation and bullpen, the recent lineup (featuring cleanup Trea Turner and June Kyle Schwarber), Rhys Hoskins eyeing a comeback and changes to the Phillies’ ownership group.

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly joined Tom Kelly on SportsRadio 94 WIP Sunday evening to discuss a variety of topics after a 10-game roadtrip. Specifically, the two get into Kyle Schwarber's two home runs Sunday, Trea Turner's continued struggles and how the starting rotation gets back on track. The two -- who aren't related, despite having similar names -- also play a game of Kelly T...

Phillies Nation Editorial Director Tim Kelly appeared on SportsRadio 94 WIP Monday evening to discuss a variety of topics. Specifically, the two get into Bryce Harper's miraculous return and the struggles of the Phillies starting rotation to this point.

Tim Kelly and Nathan Ackerman jumped on Twitter Spaces after the finale of a three-game sweep in Los Angeles came to a gut-wrenching conclusion. They discuss what went wrong in L.A., starting pitching woes, Bryce Harper's return, the new-look Phillies lineup and more.

Scott Lauber of The Philadelphia Inquirer joins the podcast. Scott and Nathan talk about the Phillies’ National League championship ceremonies over the weekend, Bryce Harper’s potential return, Rhys Hoskins’ first meeting with the media since his injury, hot starts from Bryson Stott, Alec Bohm and Brandon Marsh and the 2023 Phillies’ dreadful baserunning.

After Wednesday’s loss to the Yankees brought the Phillies’ season-opening 1-5 road trip to a merciful end, Tim Kelly and Nathan Ackerman spoke on Twitter Spaces about the tough start, the holes in the Phillies’ roster, and a few positives on which to hang your hat. Topics include: Cristian Pache, Gregory Soto, José Alvarado, Alec Bohm.