Powder Blue: A Philadelphia Phillies Podcast: Recent Episodes
Powder Blue: A Phillies Podcast
The Powder Blue Podcast is hosted by Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher,. We will discuss the Philadelphia Phillies throughout their season and break down hot topics around the MLB.
The Standing O. What a Standing O indeed. Is this Heaven? No, this is Philadelphia. The city of brotherly love. The city where if you own up to something, we got your back through anything. Truly amazing stuff for Trea Turner from the best fans in the world. Yeah, we have issues sometimes, but doesn't everyone? But either way, no other city would die for their players the way Philly does. Phillies fans have showed time and time again why they are the best and it goes back so far, but more recently to last year with Alec Bohm and Nick Castellanos. Yeah, we were hard on them, but it only made them better. They embraced the city and the city embraced them. Droning here, but it had to be said. Anyway, this one starts off with talking about last week's trades and our thoughts on the new guys. Turns out, the Phillies made some decent moves. Especially seeing what Michael Lorenzen brings to the rotation, which should be moving to a 6-man rotation. At least until playoffs. And a great Philly-type guy who had his cell phone fall out of his pocket sliding into third. Nothing more Philly than than right? We talk a bit about the last couple series and the next few that are more than winnable at home and away. Then we finish with some Dad Jokes as always. Enjoy...and PLAY BALL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the Trade Deadline Edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher break down the Phillies' trade deadline, including:
The Phillies add All-Star starter Michael Lorenzen
The only bat added is utility player Rodolfo Castro
Would the Phillies take Jean Segura back for the bench?
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The Phillies are up and then the Phillies are down. Heading into the 2023 MLB Trade Deadline, Frank Klose & Geoff Mosher discuss:
What holes do the Phillies have that they could address?
Who are some potential trade targets?
What do we make of struggling veterans such as Trea Turner, Kyle Schwarber, and J.T. Realmuto?
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In the latest installment of Is It 7:05 Yet? Podcast, we start by talking about the age-old Phillies and how they suck us back in, then out again, then come out firing after the AllStar Break, then blow the series against the Brewers. This team is so hot, they're cold. We blame the 12:35 game today after a game that ended 14 hours prior. WTF. But seriously, this team is still on the right track. We will call the Beer Makers series a minor hiccup. There's lots of baseball left and the boys have a very preferable schedule coming up. We also have a little Andrew Painter talk with him being shutdown for the year and being recommended for Tommy John surgery. Which is a total bummer, but he's young and he will get his chance. Then we talk some trade rumors with some Juan Soto and Shohei Ohtani buzz going around. What will or would it take to get one of these guys and would you do it? Take a listen. Also, sorry Sarah...no Kingery talk today. Maybe next time. And of course we finish with some Dad Jokes. Enjoy...and PLAY BALL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There is a lot to unpack in this one even with being off for the All-Star break. The Phillies ended the first half by sweeping the Rays and then following that up with a series loss to the Fish in the 'Pit of Despair'. The Phillies stars shined from the WS coaching staff, to Castellanos and Kimbrel in the ASG, and also to Abel and Crawford in the Futures Game earlier in the weekend. Great weekend and break for the Fightins and couldn't be more stoked coming out of it. Oh, and the draft was also this past weekend too, so we cover that a bit and talk mostly about the first two picks for the Phillies. There are also some injuries and roster moves we touch on along with some trade talk. Then, we wrap up with a couple singers of some Dad Jokes as always. Enjoy...and PLAY BALL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Geoff Mosher is joined by Greg Hall to wrap up Phillies sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays, their 12th straight road win, and a 7-2 record in the past 9 games headed into a final series before the All-Star Break against NL East rival Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welp...we're back again with another exhilarating episode once again. Halfway into the season and the Phillies are back. They are currently in the 3rd WC spot and as I am typing this description, up 8-4 on the Rays who are also the best, or were the best, team in baseball. Now it's the Phillies. We kid, we kid. But seriously, dem boizzz are hot right now. We kinda let this one get away from us with work trouble, mailboxes falling off their posts, baseball cards, Scotty-Jet-Packs. The list goes on. But most importantly, the Phillies, Nick Castellanos and how crazy it was that he wasn't voted in in the first place. He's 2nd place in almost all hitting categories for outfielders y'all. WTF are we doing here. Bush League. I'm sure there's something I missed, but take a listen and find out. With that we say, let's go Phils, enjoy...and PLAY BALL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
The week against the Braves and the Mets; the Phillies tread water
What to do about the Phillies inconsistent offense
The scuffling right-hand pitching in the bullpen
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In the latest Power Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the surging Philadelphia Phillies and all that surrounds it:
Can the Phillies pitching staff stay strong in June?
Kyle Schwarber is hot once again in the month of June
Many teams are surging; are the Phillies a Wild Card team?
Can Aaron Nola pitch out of the stretch?
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Are they back? We are! Been a bit since we last talked, but the Phillies have gone 16-16 in that span (since they got swept by the Dodgers in LA). So, it's like we were never gone. Basically, nothing has changed with this team other than a few games sprinkled here and there that made us feel like we were in October 2022 all over again. No? Just us? Anyway, we start tonight catching up a little on our own lives which turns into a fun little story about Brandon's bad day. Then, we just shoot the shit a little more, but about the Phillies. We talk about Kimbrel's milestone, Tai, Trea, Alvarado, Kody, Pache, Nola, a few prospects tearing it up and getting back on track, and what about the 5th started spot. And oh, SURPRISE! The Mets are Metting right now. Dad Jokes, Pod Poll. The usual thing. Enjoy...and PLAY BALL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the recent Phillies hot streak, including:
Overcoming the lack of a fifth starter
Looking to the returns of Jose Alvarado, Alec Bohm, and Darick Hall
Is moving Kyle Schwarber back to the leadoff spot a good role?
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On the latest edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose are joined by 2008 World Champion Phillies reliever and broadcaster Chad Durbin of the Durbs on Phillies podcast. They discuss:
- A "World Series Hangover?" How the Phillies might have experienced this and how Durbin's 2009 and 2010 Phillies responded
- What loss of Rhys Hoskins means for the club
- New baseball rules and how they affect the game
All this and so much more.
In their Season Preview Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose look ahead to the 2023 Phillies season, including:
- The last-minute acquisition of outfielder Cristian Pache
- How the Phillies will fare in the NL East in 2023
- A preview of the MLB Landscape for 2023
All this and much, much more.
The Phillies have set their final roster ahead of the 2023 season. Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down:
- The final roster spots going to Dalton Guthrie, Jake Cave, Yunior Marte and Andrew Vazquez
- Do the Phillies need to acquire another first baseman to make up for Rhys Hoskins?
- How will the Phillies starting rotation fare down Ranger Suárez?
All this and more on the Powder Blue Podcast.
Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the latest with the Phillies Thursday monring one week out from Opening Day:
- The Phillies shine in the World Baseball Classic
- Good news on Bryce Harper, bad news on Ranger Saurez
- Will the Phillies extend Aaron Nola before the season?
All this and more.
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the latest in March Phillies baseball including:
- How the Phillies are getting International attention in the World Baseball Classic
- Who's hot in Clearwater in the fight for a bench spot
- Should we worry about Nick Castellanos?
All this and more.
In the latest edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose look at the ongoing storylines in 2023 Phillies Spring Training, including:
- What is up with Andrew Painter?
- The World Baseball Classic and effect on the Phillies
- Potential power from Alec Bohm, Nick Castellanos, and Darick Hall
All this and more.
Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose focus on pitching in the second Powder Blue Podcast, namely:
- Who claims the fifth spot in the starting rotation: Can Andrew Painter pull it off?
- How does this deep bullpen line up?
- What does an Aaron Nola contract extension look like?
All this and much more on the Powder Blue Podcast.
Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose open Spring Training talking about the Phillies offense and some of the big questions this Spring Training camp:
- Trea Turner joins the Phillies lineup...but where?
- How do the Phillies atone for the loss of Bryce Harper for three months, and how will the DH spot be used?
- Is Scott Kingery relevant again?
All this and more on the Powder Blue Podcast.
In the first podcast of the offseason, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose react to the news of a big-time agreement with star shortstop Trea Turner. They discuss:
- How the deal makes financial sense
- What it means for the lineup
- What else the Phillies have to do this offseason
This and so much more.
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the Phillies World Series loss to the Houston Astros. Of interest:
- Did Rob Thomson cost the Phillies the World Series taking Zack Wheeler out of game 6?
- The bats were all too quiet
- What changes are coming to the roster?
All this and more.
The Phillies head back to Houston to take on the Astros on the road. The Phillies are down 3-2 heading into Game Six. Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the following:
- The club's performance in games 2, 3, and 4
- Is Zack Wheeler up to pitching game 6?
- Can the Phillies bats wake up?
All this and more.
The World Series begins today! Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- Aaron Nola to start in Game 1; Zack Wheeler in game 2. Right move?
- The Phillies hot lefty bats vs. lefty-less Astros bullpen
- Nick Maton and Nick Nelson join the roster
Pitching matchups, the key to defeating the Astros and much more!
The headline says it all: The Phillies are headed to the 2022 World Series. Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose react to the big Phillies win:
- Bryce Harper is NLCS MVP and leader of the team
- Zack Wheeler is dominant on the mound
- Ranger Suarez comes in to get the last two outs (on two pitches!)
All this and more.
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose preview the NLCS between the Phillies and San Diego Padres, including:
- Zack Wheeler/Aaron Nola vs. Yu Darvish/Blake Snell
- Bryce Harper vs. Manny Machado, Four Years Later
- Surprise Performer
- Brandon Marsh or Matt Vierling?
All this and more as we look ahead to the rest of the series.
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the first two games of the NLDS between the Phillies and the Braves, including:
- What went right in Game 1: Dominguez and Alvarado
- What went wrong in Game 1: Short Suarez start, Eflin's relief appearance
- The tough loss in Game 2, including how Wheeler was
- Rhys Hoskins is stone cold
All this and more as we look ahead to the rest of the series.
Finally: a Powder Blue Podcast playoff edition! Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the Wild Card series ahead, including:
- Pitching matchups, and how Wheeler and Nola profile well against the Cardinals lineup
- The big St. Louis bats (who have been cold in September, by the way)
- How will the Phillies use the bullpen; will Zach Eflin get important outs at the back-end?
All this and more!
With the Phillies victory on Sunday and Milwaukee Brewers loss, the Phillies moved their magic number within 1. Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- When and how can the Phillies clinch?
- Who the Phillies might face in the playoffs: does the opponent matter?
- What does this playoff appearance mean for the Phillies future?
All this and more!
In this latest Powder Blue Philadelphia Phillies podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss the big question: Are the Phillies playoff-bound? We break down:
- The remaining Phillies schedule and the probability of Phillies wins
- The remaining schedule for the Milwaukee Brewers and the San Diego Padres
- Can the Phillies bullpen hold up during this final stretch?
All this and much more!
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, broadcaster Pat McCarthy of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs and Phillies Baseball Network joins Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher to talk:
- The Phillies are winning again after a tough West Coast trip
- The contributions of young players in 2022, including Bryson Stott, Darick Hall, Nick Maton and more
- The potential for a Griff McGarry call-up in 2022
All this and more!
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the the disappointing week the Phillies had in Arizona and in San Francisco, and consider the following:
- Is this another "September Swoon?" Do the Phillies have what it takes going forward?
- Can the Phillies hold off the San Diego Padres and Milwaukee Brewers?
- What kind of impact could Griff McGarry and Dalton Guthrie make on this Phillies team?
All this and more.
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the recent play of the Phillies. Despite the series loss to the Mets, the Phillies have a good outlook going forward. They discuss:
- Performance against Scherzer and deGrom, especially the starts by Ranger Suarez and Aaron Nola
- The upcoming return of Bryce Harper and what it would mean for the lineup
- How the bullpen is successfully managed by Rob Thomson
All this and more on the Powder Blue Podcast
The Phillies have made some moves ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline!
- Starting pitcher
- Reliever
- Center fielder
All the boxes are checked off. Did the Phillies do as well as they could have? Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss.
On this trade deadline edition of the Powder Blue Podcast: Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- Phillies pursuits of big-time starting pitching
- Will the bullpen be okay without an acquisition?
- Can the Phillies deal with center field as it is?
All this and more on the Powder Blue Podcast.
In this All-Star Break edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- The sweep of the Miami Marlins in Miami heading into the All-Star Break
- The Phillies All-Star selection in Kyle Schwarber (plus the injured Bryce Harper)
- Where do the Phillies go from here?
All this and more!
In this week's Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- The home stand's slate of games against the Braves, Cardinals, and Nationals
- What to do in center field: Moniak, Herrera, or someone else?
- Starting pitching: Down Eflin and Suarez, now what?
All this and more as the Phillies hold the final wild card spot.
In this latest Powder Blue Phillies podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- Phillies take 3 from 4 from Padres but lose 2021 NL MVP Bryce Harper indefinitely to a broken finger
- Nick Castellanos heating up with Braves, Cards on deck
- Bullpen shines as Mark Appel gets his call-up
All this and more!
In this latest Powder Blue Phillies podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- Big week in which the Phillies take 2 from 3 from the Marlins and 4 of 5 from the Nationals
- Upcoming road trip in Texas and San Diego
- What to do with Corey Knebel and the Phillies bullpen?
All this and more!
On this Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the state of the Phillies after winning 9 of 10 games. They look at:
- Can they keep up the winning?
- Letting the young kids play
- How to replace Corey Knebel in the bullpen?
All this and more!
Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose react to the breaking news that Joe Girardi has been fired as Phillies manager. We discuss:
- Who made the decision: President or ownership?
- Why Rob Thomson over Dusty Wathan?
- Does Thomson have a shot at the job long term?
All this and more.
On this Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the recent Phillies freefall, including:
- The poor defense and how to remedy it
- Should Joe Girardi's job be on the line?
- Is it too early to think about what to do at the trade deadline
All this and so much more.
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the last week's 2-4 homestand. As the Phillies head to Atlanta and to New York, they discuss:
- Who are the Phillies? The pitching is good, or not? The bats?
- The effects of Rhys Hoskins at the top of the lineup
- What will Mickey Moniak do when he re-joins the Phillies?
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the West Coast Phillies road trip and discuss:
- The Phillies go 5-2, but it could have been 6-1 had they gotten one more out. Is that worth worrying about?
- Are the Phillies starting staff and lineup settling in?
- Bryce Harper, his UCL tear, and what it means for the future
In this Power Blue Phillies podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the 5-2 Phillies week. We discuss:
- Four-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies
- Getting no-hit by the New York Mets
- What lies ahead for the Phillies next week
All this and more!
In this latest edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose take a look at:
- The 6-10 Phillies start and the reasons behind it
- What to do with Bryson Stott in the midst of the emergence of Alec Bohm
- What's up with the starting pitching?
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher break down a Phillies series win against the Oakland Athletics to start the season, including:
- How manager Joe Girardi managed pitchers
- How the Phillies offense got home runs from both new players Nick Castellanos and Kyle Schwarber
- How the Phillies will fare against the Mets
In this latest edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss:
- The Phillies final roster, including the inclusion of both Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott
- Potential impact players for 2022 Phillies
- Our predictions for 2022 MLB final standings
All this and more!
In the latest edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss:
- Bryson Stott's hot Spring and whether he can force Alec Bohm to Triple-A
- Is the Phillies defense going to be too much of a problem?
- With delays to Zack Wheeler and Ranger Suarez, how will the Phillies pitching shape up?
In this edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose react to the late Friday news that Nick Castellanos is headed to the Phillies on a five-year, $100 million deal. How does the roster look now? The conversation has certainly changed some!
In the latest edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- The signing of Kyle Schwarber and what it means for the Phillies
- How will the Phillies fare defensively?
- Is the bullpen enough?
- And finally, are the Phillies done making moves?
In this Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss:
- What went wrong in 2021 on the Major League Roster
- Issues in player development
- How to move forward: What players that we like could go?
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- The Phillies win eight straight to catapult into first place
- What to do with Alec Bohm?
- Will the bullpen get healthy?
- How do things look the rest of the way in the N.L. East?
All this and more!
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss the Phillies trade deadline including:
- What Kyle Gibson means for the starting rotation
- What went wrong with Spencer Howard: Will they miss him?
- How Ian Kennedy to closer and Ranger Suarez in the rotation transforms the roster.
All this and how the Phillies will fare in the N.L. East race, and more!
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher take the Phillies off day to talk about the club's recent success, winning four straight series. The conversation includes:
- The ongoing risk of losing players to COVID-19 protocols
- Could Cole Hamels be a rotation option?
- What do the Phillies have to trade?
- Rumors of the Phillies interested in center fielders Byron Buxton and Starling Marte
In this week's Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher break down the latest Phillies freefall, including:
- Bullpen woes
- Rhys Hoskins focusing on the "good" and a lack of leadership
- What to do at the trade deadline: Buy or sell?
Broadcaster Emily Messina of the Reading Fightin' Phils also joins us to talk about top offensive prospect Bryson Stott and how he has performed since his promotion to Double-A Reading.
On this week's Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss:
- The tough week for closer Hector Neris after a good start
- Bryce Harper and Jean Segura injured again
- How about the debut of Luke Williams?
On this week's Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the current state of the Phillies. Nola comes up small in an important game against the Braves, spoiling the debut of Luke Williams. Scott Kingery is outrighted off of the roster. And Suzie Hunter checks in from the road, as she attempts to visit all 30 MLB parks for charity.
In this week's Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher, Frank Klose, and Suzie Hunter discuss:
- The high highs and low lows of the 2021 Phillies: What are they?
- The N.L. East is Banged Up
- No-hitters galore
- The baseball is dead inside
- Shohei Ohtani is amazing
On the latest edition of the Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher, Suzie Hunter, and Frank Klose discuss:
- The Phillies lose two tough games in Atlanta
- Nola cannot come up big
- Neris throws a cookie to the Panda
- Hoskins struggles after hot stretch
Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Suzie Hunter discuss:
- Phillies hot against the Brewers
- Issues remain: Center Field, Rotation Bullpen
- Any trade options out there?
- What is with all the benches clearing and bad umpiring?
On this week's Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss:
- The return of Odubel Herrera and the center field mess
- Phillies giving at bats to Brad Miller in left field over Andrew McCutchen
- The back-end of the rotation and Spencer Howard returning to starting
- The surprise that is Nick Maton
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss:
- The Phillies rough start in center field
- The available options (or lack thereof)
- Is the pitching now good enough?
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher break down how the Phillies fared during their first four games. What went right? What went wrong? The starting rotation and bullpen are strong; the Phillies offense is not yet. But a good start for the Phillies.
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher look at the decision to keep Odubel Herrera off of the 40-man roster, out of the major leagues, and the center field situation without him. Also, once-promising Scott Kingery is demoted, and the Philllies decide to press forward with only one left-handed pitcher in the bullpen. All that and more on the Opening Day edition of the Powder Blue Podcast.
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher take a look at some of the questions facing the Phillies heading into the final week, including where the center field situation stands and how the bullpen might face a bit of a roster crunch.
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss the return of Odubel Herrera, the return of Didi Gregorius, the return of Brad Miller, and how the new Phillies pitching staff will fare in 2021.
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss:
- J.T. Realmuto's reported five-year, $115.5 million deal with the Phillies
- The shortstop position and whether or not the Phillies can land Didi Gregorius
- The rest of the pitching staff: What's left?
Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Hunter Brody react to the Phillies hiring Dave Dombrowski to be President of Baseball Operations, and what that means for the Phillies in 2020.
Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Greg Hall discuss the Andy MacPhail press conference and steps forward for the Phillies looking to 2021. Will there be any front office movement? What type of talent will the Phillies acquire? All this and more.
After initial joy, Phillies fans are confronted with a cruel reality: there may not be a clear path ahead. Hunter Brody, Geoff Mosher, and Frank Klose break down what is next for the Phillies front office, roster construction, and how the Phillies can improve upon their systemic issues.
In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss the current state of the Philadelphia Phillies, reflecting upon the future of Philadelphia Phillies general manager Matt Klentak, the future of All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto, and more.
In this latest episode of the Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Hunter Brody talk about the many injuries that challenge the Phillies in their last two weeks, including Rhys Hoskins, J.T. Realmuto, Zack Wheeler, Jake Arrieta, and others. Can they pull it together? What can be said about Andy MacPhail, Matt Klentak and this rebuild? And what's to come?
In this latest edition, Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Greg Hall (filling in for Hunter Brody) talk the 2020 MLB Trade Deadline and the acquisition of David Phelps, the current state of the National League East, and the Phillies chances with half the season down and half to go.
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss the Phillies bullpen additions, how the bullpen will be used, and how the construction of this team has general manager Matt Klentak on the clock.
In this latest edition of the Podwer Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher break down the last week, which included the Phillies being swept by the Baltimore Orioles, the Phillies sweeping the New York Mets, and Alec Bohm making his Major League Debut.
Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Hunter Brody discuss the current state of the bullpen.... which is AWFUL by the way! Also, the guys dive into a few guys that are struggling to hit.
Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Hunter Brody dive into the outbreak with the Miami Marlins, the first 3 game series, and more!
Frank Klose, Hunter Brody, and Geoff Mosher dive into the Phillies exhibition games. Is it time to believe in Vince Velasquez? What is happening with the starting rotation? Also, Rhys Hoskins is changing his mechanics at the plate again..... uh oh.
Geoff Mosher, Frank Klose, and Hunter Brody discuss whether it's worth signing JT Realmuto to a big deal and what happens if they don't? Who is making the call, Matt Klentak or John Middleton? Is it okay for Bryce Harper to be very vocal about wanting him here long term?
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher talk about some of the challenges that faced the Phillies as they reported to camp, the number of players held out for COVID protocols, and the 2020 schedule, which has been released.
In the latest episode of the Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss the 60-player pool put together by the Phillies that includes top prospects Alec Bohm and Spencer Howard. Also, a look at the J.T. Realmuto negotiations, and what a Phillies lineup might look like.
Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher react to the news that a 60-game MLB season is forthcoming, and break down all of the new ins and outs of this irregular 2020 season.
Geoff Mosher, Frank Klose, and Hunter Brody were joined by Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer to break down this awful dilemma baseball is in. Can the owners and union figure this mess out?!
Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Hunter Brody discuss the latest proposal by the MLB. If the two parties do not figure out any plan, the league will step in and force a 40-50 game season on everyone. Is that better than nothing? Also, the guys get into a 16-team playoff system and more!
Frank, Geoff, and Hunter look into the players' proposal to the owners along with the possibility of a 50 game season?
Matt Albertson, Mitch Nathanson, and Paul Bowman discuss Dick Allen's Hall of Fame merit and the chances he will be elected. Nathanson is author of God Almighty Hisself: The Life and Legacy of Dick Allen, published by the University of Pennsylvania Press.
Frank, Geoff, and Hunter were joined by Luke Leftwich, pitcher for the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, talking baseball returning and more! Also, the guys dive into the update on health concerns if the MLB was to continue along with Bryce Harper's proposal!
Frank, Geoff, and Brodes break down the newest proposal by the MLB. Is it possible we see an 82 game schedule starting July 4th? There is still a lot to figure out!
Todd Zolecki joined Frank, Geoff, and Brodes to talk Doc: The Life of Roy Halladay. Also, the Korean Baseball League started at 1:00 AM EST and Trevor Plouffe drops a possible nugget for the MLB to start!
Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Hunter Brody talk about Jeff Passan's most recent report! He describes all of the potential options to bring back baseball. Also, it's possible minor league systems may completely fold. What does this mean for minor leaguers?
Frank Klose, Hunter Brody, and Geoff Mosher talk about where the MLB is headed. There was a report by Jeff Passan where it's possible the players will be quarantined in a bubble in Arizona. Bob Nightengale reported the league moving forward with the Spring Training leagues for this season. That means different divisions and everybody will use a DH.
Frank Klose, Hunter Brody, and Matt Albertson talk about how it's inevitable the National League will have a DH very soon. Albertson goes through the history of the DH and he describes how close it was from happening in the past. Also, Andrew McCutchen and Sernathony Dominguez have injury updates while Bryce Harper mentions JT Realmuto's contract...
Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Hunter Brody talk about what MLB discussed in regards to the future of the 2020 season. Also, will these circumstances effect JT Realmuto's contract extension? Does Seranthony Dominguez needs Tommy John Surgery?
Geoff Mosher, Frank Klose, and Hunter Brody talk about what they are currently doing during this time without sports and specifically, Phillies baseball! They dive into the possibility of having Alec Bohm and Spencer Howard starting the season with the big club. How about this question: Is Andrew McCutchen appreciated enough? Lastly, Charlie Manuel and Larry Bowa talked on twitter LIVE. Who would have ever thought?
Geoff, Frank, and Hunter talk about how the MLB season has been put on hold due to the Coronavirus. Also, Jon Heyman talked about JT Realmuto's contract with the Phillies in a recent podcast. Lastly, the guys touch on Seranthony Dominguez and his injury.
On this episode of the Powder Blue Podcast, we discuss the starting rotation since it's such a problem with this team. Nick Pivetta, Vince Velasquez, and Ranger Suarez seem to be battling it out in Spring Training for a chance to snag a spot. Also, without Andrew McCutchen in the lineup, we all gave our own batting orders to start the season. Last, Gabe Kapler is in the news due to his BRUTAL philosophy offensively. Wait until you hear this....
On Episode 3 of Powder Blue, the guys talking about the starting pitchers and their spring training performances. Nick Pivetta seemed to carry the conversation, but the question was asked about Ranger Suarez. Can he be someone to crack the rotation over Pivetta or Vince Velasquez? Who is going to be pitching out of the bullpen?! Also, Andrew McCutchen will not start the season so somebody needs to step up in left field and at the lead off spot.
In episode 2, Frank Klose and Hunter Brody discuss a couple different topics surrounding the Phillies. Two Spring Training games have been played at the time of this recording so Nick Pivetta and Aaron Nola got time to throw in game action. Jean Segura played third base and players are starting to get their feet wet. The new look of the Phillie Phanatic was on display and the Phillies won the arbitration case with JT Realmuto.
The Philadelphia Phillies have reported and it is time to anticipate the start of the season! We take a look at the starting rotation and the bullpen. Also, we dive into the Houston Astros cheating scandal as it seems this will not go away anytime soon!