On Episode 859, John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher recap a fantastic Phillies series win over the Braves in Philly. Did that end Atlanta's pursuit of another NL East title? Also, we pick the heroes of the series and look ahead to September's less challenging but daunting, at times, schedule.

Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher discuss the Phillies' comeback win in game one of their four-game set with the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park, as well as how Orlando Arcia, Brian Snitker, and the Braves always seem extra rattled to lose in Philadelphia.

Hosts John Stolnis and Liz Roscher discuss Sunday's cathartic Phillies win over the Mariners and whether that indicates the team is finally done playing losing baseball. The Phils roll into Los Angeles for a three-game series against the Dodgers having lost six straight series, but will Sunday's victory help them right the ship?

On Episode 762 of Hittin' Season, hosts Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher talk about how it's still pretty dead out there across MLB, but the Braves took a risk to get better--will the Phillies soon do the same? Also, how would you gauge the intensity of the Phillies' general investment in Johan Rojas?

On Episode 761 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis talks with Fangraphs senior writer Jay Jaffe about the Hall of Fame candidacies of four former Phillies stars: Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins, Bobby Abreu and Cole Hamels. Also, are the Phillies STILL in the market for a top-notch starting pitcher? And Dave Dombrowski talks about why the off-season has been a slow one around MLB. HITTIN' SEASON IS A FINALIST FOR BEST BASEBALL PODCAST OF 2023! And we need YOUR VOTE to WIN! Just click here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-baseball-podcast/ and vote for Hittin' Season to help us win!

On Episode 760 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh & Liz Roscher talk about the Braves' trade with the Red Sox last week that brought them new No. 3 starter Chris Sale. Does this give them a better starting rotation than the Phillies'? Also, which is more important for Dave Dombrowski... getting another outfielder or bullpen piece? Plus, thoughts on the Phils' video yearbook, possible direction for the City Connect jerseys, and Liz reads some more Phillies-themed recipes.

On Episode 759 of Hittin' Season, hosts Liz Roscher and Justin Klugh discuss Yoshinobu Yamamoto's decision to sign a free agent contract with the Dodgers, joining Shohei Ohtani as a dynamic Japanese duo that are now the favorites to win the National League? Or, are they? How does this affect the Phillies, and what's next for our hometown nine?

HITTIN' SEASON IS A FINALIST FOR BEST BASEBALL PODCAST OF 2023!

And we need YOUR VOTE to WIN!

Just click here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-baseball-podcast/ and vote for Hittin' Season to help us win!

On Episode 758 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight and BillyPenn.com chats about the Phillies' contract offer to Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Is there a chance they could actually land him? Also, some thoughts about Rhys Hoskin's ultimate destination and tracking Chase Utley's Hall of Fame chances on the public ballots thus far.

HITTIN' SEASON IS A FINALIST FOR BEST BASEBALL PODCAST OF 2023!

And we need YOUR VOTE to WIN!

Just click here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-baseball-podcast/ and vote for Hittin' Season to help us win!

On Episode 757 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis, Liz Roscher and Justin Klugh answer listener questions on a possible Zack Wheeler extension, why the Phillies aren't doing much right now, and some Rhys Hoskins chatter, too.

On Episode 756 of Hittin' Season, hosts Liz Roscher and Justin Klugh chat about MLB's newest idea, "Spring Breakout," the team's expansion efforts in the Dominican Republic and a big trade between the Dodgers and Rays this week.

On Episode 755 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis is joined by Sirius/XM MLB Network Radio host Mike Ferrin to chat about the Phillies' off-season thus far, as well as the latest Hot Stove news and speculation. Also, Jon Heyman reports the Phils are still "in on" Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Could they actually land him?

On Episode 754 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis and Liz Roscher discuss the 10-year, $700 MILLION contract Shohei Ohtani signed with the Dodgers and what it means for the NL pecking order. Could the Phillies have done that deal? Also, Dave Dombrowski turned down a trade last week he said would have been "good." Are we cool with laid-back DD? And some additional thoughts on a Bryce Harper contract extension.

On Episode 753 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis explores the Yankees-Padres trade of Juan Soto and offers four reasons why the Phillies didn't make a strong push to land the superstar. Also, analysis on the latest signings and trades from the Winter Meetings and thoughts on Bryce Harper's pursuit of a contract extension with the Phils.

On Episode 848 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis and Liz Roscher preview the upcoming 10-game road trip through Seattle, Los Angeles and Arizona, discuss Bryce Harper's ridiculous slump, the failures of the pitching staff in July, but also a Good News Happy Time Corner featuring some things that are actually going well.

On Episode 752, John Stolnis, Liz Roscher and Justin Klugh chat about the Phillies vibes heading into the Winter Meetings. Will the Phils make a big move or just some pieces around the edges? Juan Soto? Mike Trout? Also, the Phillies extend manager Rob Thomson's contract through 2025, and Liz whips out an old Phillies cookbook and dishes on some fine 1970s Philly delicacy (minced clams?)

On Episode 751 of Hittin' Season, hosts Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher chat about a number of hot-button Phillies topics, including Juan Soto and his potential fit in Philadelphia, Gabe Kapler getting a big gig with the Marlins, which Phillies uniform is on the way out, and Chase Utley's Hall of Fame candidacy.

On Episode 750 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis is joined by The Sporting News' Ryan Fagan for all things Phillies Hot Stove, including conversation on Juan Soto, Aaron Nola, Shohei Ohtani, Japan's Yamamoto, and the future Hall of Fame candidacy of Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins and Bobby Abreu.

On Episode 749 of Hittin' Season, Justin Klugh, John Stolnis and Liz Roscher dive back into the MLB Hot Stove now that Thanksgiving is out of the way. The Phils sign a relief pitcher, there's lots of trade talk and the gang wonders if Dave Dombrowski has another big move left this winter.

At Thanksgiving, there are a lot of family traditions. In some families, they're about being together. In others, they're about hitting for the cycle. Hosts Justin Klugh & Trevor Strunk host a very special Dirty Inning-Hittin' Season Thanksgiving Special!

On Episode 748 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher discuss the merits of re-signing their No. 2 starter to a 7-year contract that will keep him in Philly for 16 years. Was it a smart decision? And what about their pursuit of Yamamoto?

On Episode 774 of HIttin' Season, Justin Klugh & Liz Roscher discuss the Oakland A's move to Vegas being approved by MLB owners, the Phillies' interest in Yoshinobu Yamamoto, some more roster moves that could be made, the top 10 Phillies prospect list released by Baseball America and Justin Crawford's role moving forward.

On Episode 746 of Hittin' Season, the Good Phight and BillyPenn's John Stolnis dissects the latest on the MLB off-season rumor mill, including the Phillies' thought process behind re-signing Aaron Nola and potential back-up plans, as well the possible pursuit of a Japanese pitching phenom, throwing cold water on the Josh Hader conversation, and whether the Phils are the team that needs to win a World Series most in 2024.

On Episode 745 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher discuss some of the latest Hot Stove rumors, including teams interested in Aaron Nola, the Phillies' reported interest in Josh Hader, and whether Juan Soto, Mike Trout or Shohei Ohtani are realistic possibilities for the Phils to sign or trade for this off-season.

On Episode 744 of Hittin' Season, hosts Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Yahoo! Sports' Liz Roscher discuss the Rhys Hoskins/Bryce Harper news, the Nick Castellanos trade rumors and how different a team the Phillies might look like in 2024.

The Phillies made three additions to the roster at the MLB trade deadline, and while they'll help, the stars already on the roster are the key to the Phils pulling out of their funk. Hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher recap the deadline, the moves the Phillies made (and didn't make) and agonize over Tuesday night's loss to the Yankees.

On Episode 743 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight and BillyPenn runs down the latest Hot Stove news, including Dave Dombrowski confirming Bryce Harper will be the team's regular first baseman, meaning an end of the Rhys Hoskins era in Philadelphia. Also, rumors on Nola, Blake Snell and Sonny Gray, as well as a Hot Stove check-in with Phillies beat writer for the Philadelphia Inquirer, Scott Lauber.

On Episode 742 of Hittin' Season, hosts Liz Roscher of Yahoo! Sports and Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus preview the official start of MLB's free agency and off-season cornucopia of events! The Phils make a qualifying offer to Aaron Nola but not to Rhys Hoskins. What does it all mean? Also, end-of-the-year award "nominees" are out, and are there some free agent bats out there that could help the Phillies offense in 2024 and beyond?

On Episode 741 of Hittin' Season, hosts Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher from Yahoo! Sports discuss the Phillies' Silver Slugger nominees of the present and future, what a couple of farmhands are getting up to out in the Arizona Fall League, how Bryce Harper may hold Rhys Hoskins' fate in his hands, and played a bit of 2023 Phillies Stat trivia.

On Episode 740 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Billy Penn reacts to the Texas Rangers winning their first ever World Series and hands out letter grades to virtually every member of the Phillies 2023 roster. Also, some mailbag questions on the team's World Series window and what changes should be made ahead of 2024.

On Episode 739 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Yahoo! Sports' Liz Roscher discuss the pros and cons of making an aggressive push to sign Aaron Nola to a free agent contract this off-season. If they're outbid, who are the alternatives? Also, signing Zack Wheeler to an extension is obvious, but for how long? Finally, to wrap up the 2023 playoffs, John, Liz and Justin play a word association game with some Phils mainstays.

On Episode 738 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Billy Penn talks about some interesting comments from Phillies team president Dave Dombrowski and manager Rob Thomson as they met with the media two days after the team's shocking loss to the Diamondbacks in the NLCS. Also, John poses some questions the Phils need to address this off-season, and offers some of his own final thoughts on just what ended the 2023 season.

On Episode 737 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher discuss the crushing disappointment of the Phillies' 4-2 defeat at the hands of the Diamondbacks in Game 7 of the NLCS, thanks mainly to silenced bats. Where did it all go wrong? How big a choke job was this? Where does it rank on the disappointment meter?

On Episode 736 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis recaps the Phillies' enormous 6-1 win over the Diamondbacks in Game 5 of the NLCS, taking a 3-2 series lead back to Philadelphia for Game 6 on Monday night. Zack Wheeler may have saved the season with his dominant 7-inning performance, while Kyle Schwarber, J.T. Realmuto and Bryce Harper all go deep. Heroes galore in this one, plus some chatter about Rob Thomson's Game 4 decisions and why everyone is being too hard on him, as well as a quick Game 6 preview!

On Episode 735 of Hittin' Season, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher reflect on their Phillies' disappointing 2-1 loss in Game 3 of the NLCS, their ability to get over postseason disappointment (when it rarely happens), and finding a target of vitriol from the Diamondbacks fanbase.

On Episode 734 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis and Justin Klugh revel in the Phillies' 10-0 destruction of the DBacks in Game 2 of the NLCS and relive the tension of Game 1's 5-3 series opener. Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler form the game's best postseason two-man punch, the offense cannot stop hitting homers, Kyle Schwarber things the NLCS is June, and the bullpen continues to shine. Is there anything that can stop this Phillies bulldozer from finishing things off in Arizona?

The Phillies are 4-9 in their last 13 games after Monday's 14-4 loss to the Yankees. Is it time to panic? Host John Stolnis of The Good Phight attempts to talk everyone off the ledge, grouse about the disappearing/reappearing offense and what final moves the Phils could make with the trade deadline hours away. Also, the Atlanta Braves made a move late Monday, is it a needle mover?

With the Phillies just one series away from a return trip to the World Series, John Stolnis, Liz Roscher and Justin Klugh preview the upcoming National League Championship Series between the Phils and Diamondbacks. Who has the pitching advantage? Who will hit more dingers? Who has the best bullpen? Can the Diamondbacks handle the insanity of Citizens Bank Park? Will Rhys Hoskins be on the NLCS roster? So many questions, as John, Justin and Liz answer them all!

On Episode 732 of Hittin' Season, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher of Yahoo! Sports breaks down the Phillies' four-game series victory over Atlanta, thanks to their 3-1, Game 4 win at the insane asylum known as Citizens Bank Park.

On Episode 731 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight and BillyPenn.com recaps the Phillies' raucous and record-setting Game 3 10-2 victory over the Braves in Game 3 of the NLDS that featured Bryce Harper's multi-homer game and epic stare down of Orlando Arcia. Also, Aaron Nola owns the night, the Phillies tie an MLB homer record, and the fans want Spencer Strider.

On Episode 730 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher walk you through the Phillies' awful 5-4 come-from-ahead loss to the Braves in Game 2 of the NLDS. Wheeler's dominant start turned into a disaster, as the Phils blew a 4-0 lead, with multiple scoring chances wasted and a demoralizing double play to end it. Did the Phillies breathe new life into the Braves? And how will the fanbase react heading into Game 3 at Citizens Bank Park?

On Episode 729 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight and BillyPenn.com recaps the Phillies' thrilling 3-0 win in Game 1 of their NLDS against the Braves, with incredible pitching from Ranger Suarez and bullpen, Rob Thomson's managerial genius, Bryce Harper stealing the show yet again and Trea Turner's miracle double play. Also, a quick preview of Game 2 on Monday night!

On Episode 728 of Hittin' Season, Liz Roscher from Yahoo! Sports and Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus look ahead to the NLDS match-up between the Phillies and Braves. Can the Phils upset Atlanta for the second year in a row in the divisional round? Also, some final thoughts on the wild card series against the Marlins, whining from Braves fans about seeding, and the national audience forgetting that Phillies fans are Philly fans.

On Episode 727 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis of The Good Phight and BillyPenn.com and Liz Roscher of Yahoo! Sports recap the Phillies' convincing 7-1 win over the Marlins in Game 2 of the Wild Card round, completing the Phils' two-game sweep, and setting up a date with Atlanta in the NLDS beginning this Saturday. The crowd was nuts once again, Aaron Nola was amazing, and Bryson Stott hit the grand slam that will live in franchise lore forever. What a night!

On Episode 726 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps the Phillies' invigorating 4-1 win over the Marlins in Game 1 of their Wild Card series at Citizens Bank Park. Zack Wheeler shoved, the bullpen owned, and the Phils scratched out enough offense to take a 1-0 series lead in the best-of-three. Come relive all the magic right here!

On Episode 725 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and Yahoo! Sports' Liz Roscher take a look back at their favorite moments from the 2023 regular season and preview this week's Wild Card Round match-up with the Miami Marlins. Also, the gang discusses the firings of Buck Showalter and Gabe Kapler and wonder if either man will get another shot at managing someday.

On Episode 724 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis from The Good Phight and BillyPenn recaps a dramatic night of baseball at Citizens Bank Park as rookie Johan Rojas walks it off in the 10th inning, clinching the Phils' second playoff berth in as many seasons! Also, John takes a quick look back at the Phillies' journey to the postseason here in 2023, and wonders just how far they can go this time.

Host John Stolnis breaks down the Phillies trade for outfielder Austin Hays for Seranthony Dominguez and Christian Pache, how Hays fits into the team's outfield situation and reminisces over Dominguez' 2022 postseason run. Also, what else does Dave Dombrowski have up his sleeve before Tuesday's trade deadline?

On Episode 723 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis and Justin Klugh recap the Phillies' series sweep of the Mets and discuss how Rob Thomson will utilize his deep pitching staff in a playoff series. Also, J.T. Realmuto and Nick Castellanos carry the offense, and Orion Kerkering makes his debut. Will he have a role in the postseason?

On Episode 722 of Hittin' Season, hosts Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher recap Thursday night's series opening win against the Mets and examine the hows and whys of New York's stunning collapse in 2023. Also, will Phils fans boo Scott Rolen at his Wall of Fame ceremony, and how far can the Phillies' pitching take them this October?

On Episode 721 of Hittin' Season, host John Stolnis from The Good Phight & BillyPenn.com is joined by Phils radio color analyst and shortstop of the 1993 pennant winners Kevin Stocker to talk about the starting rotation, vibes, and the Phillies push for the top wild card spot in the NL. Also, John recaps the final two games of the Braves series, including Aaron Nola's encouraging start, a post-season dress rehearsal in the series finale, and the evil voice that lives inside Nick Castellanos' head.