High Hopes: A Phillies Podcast Podcast

BONUS BET: World Series Game 4 | BetQL Daily Boost from 2022-11-02T15:45

Dan, Rick and Lucy bring you a high-value odds boost on Luka Doncic to have a triple-double against the Jazz. They also have their favorite bets for today, with Dan and Rick looking at the NBA and ...

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BONUS BET: Rain Delay Changes Phillies Rotation | BetQL Daily Boost from 2022-11-01T14:50

Rick and Lucy bring you a valuable three-team NHL odds boost on the Bruins, Lightning and Capitals to all win at +525 from Caesars. And they have their favorite bets for today, with Lucy looking at...

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BONUS BET: Rain Delay Changes Phillies Rotation | BetQL Daily Boost from 2022-11-01T14:50

Rick and Lucy bring you a valuable three-team NHL odds boost on the Bruins, Lightning and Capitals to all win at +525 from Caesars. And they have their favorite bets for today, with Lucy looking at...

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James is Not a Fan of Matt Klentak from 2022-01-27T00:22:32

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz discuss the MLB lockout and how much they miss Phillies baseball. The guys also talk MLB Hall of Fame, Matt Klentak's long awaited exit, and much more. Learn more about...

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Do the Eagles Play This Weekend? from 2022-01-15T17:17:46

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking Phillies. The guys discuss the current status of the lockout, a Jack Fritz Phillies Top 5, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

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There's No Lockout and a Draft of our Least Favorite Phillies Ever from 2021-12-17T00:24:40

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz draft their least favorite Phillies of all time. The guys also talk about the Lockout (kinda) and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

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Our Last Podcast Until April, Probably, and Corey Knebel is a Phil from 2021-12-02T00:39:29

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies signing Corey Knebel, the Phillies signing no one else, the impending MLB lockout, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

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Were the Phillies One Game Above .500 or Two? (Also Bryce Harper Won the MVP) from 2021-11-23T03:07:18

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to Bryce Harper winning the National League MVP. The guys relish in Harper's win, discuss Wheeler getting screwed, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices...

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We Got a Rays Guy and Our Perfect Offseason from 2021-11-12T00:29:54

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies finally getting a Rays guy. Plus, the guys give their perfect offseason and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

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Do We Have to Divorce our Wives for the Phillies to Win the World Series? from 2021-11-03T23:18:54

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Braves winning the World Series, what it means for the Phillies, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ugh, Ben Simmons Amirite?! from 2021-10-21T23:27:29

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back and they are not talking about Ben Simmons. Instead, the guys talk faith in Dave Dombroski, the Phillies offseason, hating the Braves, and more. Learn more abo...

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A Shocking and Sad Revelation about Jack from 2021-10-06T23:37:50

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to another season without the playoffs, the job Dave Dombrowski has in front of him, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

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Introducing The Run - 2016 Chicago Cubs from 2021-10-01T07:00

There’s nothing like a great postseason run. Relive the twists and turns of the Cubs curse-breaking 2016 World Series campaign: game-by-game, controversy-by-controversy, heartbreak and triumph, all...

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It's Ok to Believe One More Time from 2021-09-27T01:34:31

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the weekend of baseball and look ahead to the most important Phillies series in a decade. The guys preview the Braves series, discuss Ranger's magical season, ...

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James' Last Pod in His 40's and Maybe Ever from 2021-09-23T23:17:42

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz talk Phillies and their playoff chances days before James turns 40. The guys discuss their playoffs expectations, Harper's MVP season, James being old, and much more. L...

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They Do Just Enough to Get Me Excited Then They Punch Me in the Face from 2021-09-11T16:18:24

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the disappointment that is the Phillies. The guys discuss two straight losses to the Rockies, where the organization goes from here, and much more. Learn more ...

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New Nickname: The Comeback Kids from 2021-09-02T23:41:41

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies winning 6 straight. The guys discuss the Phillies propensity for comeback wins against the Nats, optimism for a fun September, and so much more. L...

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Thank You Javy Baez from 2021-08-30T23:15:59

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies taking three straight from the Diamondbacks over the weekend. The guys discuss why they're not "back in" on the Phils, Javy Baez booing Mets fans,...

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Sweep the Rays...Neander Stays? from 2021-08-23T23:44:45

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies winning two of three in San Diego. The guys talk Bohm's demotion, Nola's almost perfect game, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

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I Feel Like an Idiot from 2021-08-19T19:10:21

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies disappointing stretch of play since the 8-game win streak. The guys discuss Nola coming up small, losing to the lowly Diamondbacks, and much more....

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On the Seventh Day God Rested But Jack Didn't from 2021-08-09T00:25:36

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies sweeping the Mets. The guys lose their minds over 8 straight wins, first place in the division, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

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This is the Most Important Weekend of My Life from 2021-08-06T01:41:57

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies winning 5 straight and their first 4-game road series sweep since 2017. The guys talk about how the Phillies fight, this weekend's massively impor...

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Better Spot for Ian Kennedy: Up 15-2 or in a Tie Game? from 2021-08-02T23:40:33

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies losing two of three in Pittsburgh, the moves the team made at the trade deadline, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

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Our Perfect Trade Deadline from 2021-07-30T00:13:11

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to a thrilling come-from-behind Phillies walkoff win over the Nats. Then the guys detail their perfect trade deadline and much more. Learn more about your ad choi...

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Screw It, Make the Bryant and Kimbrel Deal from 2021-07-19T23:46

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are excited to finally have a good Phillies team to talk about. The guys discuss buying in on the Phillies, how all in the team should be at the trade deadline, and muc...

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Win Today, Win Tomorrow, Win More Games from 2021-07-17T16:39:50

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to yesterday's Phillies-Marlins doubleheader and look ahead to the second half of the season. The guys discuss another great Matt Moore open, the viability of sig...

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What If? from 2021-07-12T23:27:13

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz get excited about the Phillies finally winning a road series against a good team. The guys recap the Boston series, talk MLB Draft, High Hopes Night, and much more. Lea...

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Am I An Idiot? from 2021-07-08T23:23:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to some recent good play from the Phillies. The guys discuss the offense getting hot, the upcoming MLB draft, each of their respective vacations, and much more. C...

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We are Smart Enough to Know Better, But We Refuse to Let Go from 2021-06-24T00:14:06

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the worst loss of the season in a season full of worst losses. The guys discuss their anger with the team, the disastrous last two days, and much more. Learn m...

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Who in Their Right Mind Let the Phils Get Hot? from 2021-06-14T23:02:55

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to a hot Phillies team sweeping the Yankees. The guys discuss the team's new offensive approach, Nola being kinda back, the Hector haters, and much more. Plus, Ja...

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Once There Was a Silly Old Ant... from 2021-06-10T23:14:22

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies walking it off in back-to-back wins over the Braves. The guys talk Luke Williams saving the season, MVP Ranger Suarez, Ace Wheeler, and much more....

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Taking 2 of 3 from the Nats>Beating the Hawks from 2021-06-07T23:47:09

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies winning three of their last four and discuss some reasons for optimism moving forward. The guys also talk Spencer Howard weirdness, the Travis Jan...

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We Are a Peanut Chews Podcast from 2021-06-03T23:44:20

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies 17-run barrage. Plus, the guys play you portion of the now legendary Peanut Chews live broadcast, do the Takebag, and more. Learn more about your ...

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A Series Split Never Felt So Much Like a Win from 2021-05-27T23:48:18

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to a series split in Miami that felt way more like a series win. The guys discuss Nola's frustrating outing, the Vinny V hype train gaining steam, how Joe Girardi...

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At Least They Don't Play the Marlins This Week...Oh Wait from 2021-05-24T01:59:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to a disappointing week in Phillies baseball. The guys discuss the team's lack of leadership, their defensive struggles, their inability to beat the Marlins, Ace ...

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We Love Everything About the Phillies Except Watching Them Play from 2021-05-18T01:47:19

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies disappointing series against Toronto. The guys discuss the Girardi-Segura fiasco, the Nick Maton thing, Nola's road woes, and much more. Learn mor...

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Joe Girardi Just Double Switched Again from 2021-05-13T23:52:33

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies finally winning a road series. The guys discuss the good from the first two games in Washington, the (predictable) bad from the last game, the off...

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Why Are They The Way They Are x2 from 2021-05-11T01:29:10

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to a disappointing weekend in Atlanta. The guys discuss ace Nola, Hector's blow up, the perplexing road struggles, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices...

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All that Matters are Wins and Losses from 2021-05-07T01:42:08

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to a 4-game sweep over the Brewers and a Phillies team that is sitting atop the NL East standings. The guys also discuss some reasons to be positive about the Phi...

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Why Are They The Way They Are? from 2021-04-30T00:09:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to a disappointing finish to the series in St Louis. The guys discuss the Bryce Harper incident, their disappointment with Joe Girardi, and much more. Learn more ...

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Is Nola an Ace? from 2021-04-19T01:41:02

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies taking two of three from the Cardinals over the weekend. The guys discuss Ace Nola, Harper heating up, Mick's debut, and much more. Learn more abo...

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Jack's Big Break from 2021-04-15T23:16:45

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz have a special Radio edition of High Hopes. The guys react to the disappointing Mets series, tell everyone to relax, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

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Bohm Touched Home from 2021-04-12T04:12:17

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to an exciting Phillies win over the Braves on Sunday Night Baseball. The guys discuss the instantly infamous Alec Bohm play, Harper's clutch home runs, and more....

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Is This Team the '07 Phils or the '08 Phils? from 2021-04-08T23:53:29

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz get excited about a 5-1 Phillies team. The guys discuss whether this team gives them '07 or '08 vibes, what they saw in the Mets series, and much more. Learn more about...

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Bring Me deGrom from 2021-04-05T02:27:37

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies sweeping the Braves. The guys discuss how impressive the pitching has been, reasons to believe the Phillies might actually be a legitimately good ...

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THIS TIME NEXT WEEK...PHILS from 2021-03-25T23:29:23

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz get excited for the Phillies with the season only being a week away. The guys preview the season talking pitching, the lineup, general concerns, win total predictions, ...

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The Injury Gods Better Not Ruin This For Us from 2021-03-18T23:34:51

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking Phillies only two weeks away from Opening Day. The guys discuss what has stood out from Spring Training so far, how they think the centerfield situatio...

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Everything in Life is 50/50, it’s Either Gonna Happen or it’s Not (Plus Mickey Moniak) from 2021-03-12T00:50:05

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are joined for the second time by friend of the podcast Mickey Moniak. The guys talk to Mickey about his hot spring, what it was like to finally make it to the bigs, an...

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Jim Konstanty Has to Be On The Phillies Wall of Fame from 2021-03-05T02:23:22

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to a monster day of Phillies Spring Training baseball. The guys discuss what they've seen from the Phillies so far in Spring Training, including a drubbing of the...

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If They Don't Win More Than 81 Games I'll Quit This Podcast from 2021-02-25T00:43:16

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are getting excited for Phillies season. The guys discuss the absurdity of the Phillies over/under win total, whether the team may still have a move or two left in thei...

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Pitchers and Catchers! from 2021-02-18T00:30:18

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz get excited about pitchers and catchers reporting - Baseball is back! The guys discuss the Phillies' recent moves, how confident they are in the pitching staff, and muc...

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Do You Ever Just Think About Matt Moore Late at Night? from 2021-02-12T00:41:51

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz break down the recent moves the Phillies have made. The guys also discuss what's next for the team, how they currently stack up against the rest of the NL East, and mor...

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The Didi, a Day Too Late, Emergency Pod from 2021-02-02T00:33:34

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are finally here with the Didi Gregorious emergency pod. The guys discuss Didi's return, what's next for the team, a renewed sense of optimism in the Phillies, and much...

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THE J.T. REALMUTO EMERGENCY POD from 2021-01-26T23:59:42

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the news that J.T. Realmuto has resigned with the Phillies. The guys discuss the contract, what it means for the team moving forward, what move is next, and mu...

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The J.T. Realmuto is Not Coming Here Pod (it's just a bit) from 2021-01-26T00:20:09

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back with a new High Hopes pod discussing the J.T. situation. The guys also address the Andrelton Simmons rumors, talk about potential trade targets for the Phillie...

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Our Perfect Offseason and the Archie Bradley Emergency Pod from 2021-01-15T00:33:32

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz give their perfect offseason for the Phillies, breaking down exactly what they'd like to see Dombrowski do to build the team. The guys also react to the Archie Bradley ...

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Sam is in the Fuld from 2020-12-23T17:09:07

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the news that Sam Fuld has been hired as the new general manager of the Phillies. The guys give their thoughts on Fuld, what the hiring means for the future, a...

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We are a Dave Dombrowski Podcast from 2020-12-18T03:01:51

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back with a new High Hopes pod. The guys discuss coming around on the Dave Dombrowski hiring, reasons for optimism about the Phillies, potential free agency moves, ...

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EMERGENCY DAVE DOMBROWSKI IS THE PHILLIES NEW PRESIDENT PODCAST from 2020-12-11T00:09:42

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the news that Dave Dombrowski has been hired to be the new Phillies President of Baseball Operations. The guys discuss how much they hate the hire, what it mea...

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If We Can’t Go Through this Together, Why Go Through it at All? from 2020-12-08T03:26:09

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back with a new High Hopes pod discussing the newest disappointments in an already infuriating Phillies offseason. The guys discuss the Zack Wheeler fiasco, the lat...

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Let Us Believe, Bring Us Theo from 2020-11-20T03:30:40

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to Theo Epstein stepping down from his role with the Cubs and the prospect of him coming to the Phillies. The guys geek out over the possibility of Theo and the i...

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Theo Epstein Will be the Next Phillies President (Please) from 2020-11-13T03:30:10

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back with another new High Hopes pod. The guys discuss their new Theo or Bust official position, talk about how terrifying Steve Cohen is, and much more.Learn more ...

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Get Andy MacPhail Away From Our Baseball Team from 2020-11-06T03:22:01

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to Andy MacPhail's disastrous press conference and the issues currently plaguing the Phillies organization. The guys also talk Didi Gregorious, free agency expect...

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Daryl Morey is Cool, Now Bring Us Erik Neander from 2020-10-29T02:30:55

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz continue to pitch John Middleton on the need to bring Erik Neander to Philadelphia. The guys also talk about the World Series, the Kevin Cash-Blake Snell decision, Rob ...

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Explaining the Law of Gravity from 2020-10-21T02:15:06

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back with a new edition of High Hopes. The guys discuss the first batch of rumored Phillies general manager candidates, what Jack ultimately expects the team to do,...

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Our Dream Front Office from 2020-10-14T02:17:22

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are excited to finally talk about a front office search. The guys discuss their top targets for president and general manager, the Realmuto situation, and much more. Le...

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EMERGENCY MATT KLENTAK IS FINALLY GONE PODCAST from 2020-10-04T00:40:11

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back to record the Matt Klentak is finally gone emergency pod we've all been waiting for. The guys react to Klentak's demotion, John Middleton's press conference di...

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Potentially the Last High Hopes Podcast Ever from 2020-09-28T23:00

The guys record what could be the last episode of the High Hopes podcast ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Legit NEED 2 of 3. from 2020-09-24T23:12

The Phils always need to take 2 of 3 but this weekend they REALLY need to take 2 of 3. James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back getting you ready for the big weekend ahead. Listen, rate, review and s...

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Make the Playoffs, Fire Klentak from 2020-09-22T03:00

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils give a lifeless effort on Monday evening in the midst of a playoff run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Make the Playoffs, Fire Klentak from 2020-09-22T03:00

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils give a lifeless effort on Monday evening in the midst of a playoff run.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://...

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Make the Playoffs, Fire Klentak from 2020-09-22T03:00

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils give a lifeless effort on Monday evening in the midst of a playoff run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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We Don't Know What to Say Anymore: Fire Klentak from 2020-09-18T04:26:52

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phillies blow another game to the Mets and continue plodding along in this joyous 60 game baseball season. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for pri...

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Why Does it Have to be Like This? from 2020-09-15T01:59

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phillies lose 5 of 7 to the Marlins because of course they did. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listen...

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The Phillies Are a Good Baseball Team and That's Okay from 2020-09-09T23:19:48

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phillies continue to split series with their bullpen being their bullpen, but they're a good baseball team and that's fine. See omnystudio.com/policie...

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9 of 10. They've Won 9 of 10. from 2020-09-04T05:16:45

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils have actually won 9 of 10. What a time. Enjoy. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and...

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A Frantic Comeback Falls Short but Phils Stay Hot from 2020-08-31T04:37:05

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils fall just short to the Atlanta Braves on Sunday night. Still, Phils take 2 of 3 and are well positioned heading into the stretch run with the trad...

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Shoulda Taken 2 of 3 and Pivetta Traded from 2020-08-24T23:17:49

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils lose a series in which they should have taken two of three. Oh and Pivetta got traded, which is sad. Listen!See omnystudio.com/policies/listener...

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Jose Alvarez Deserved Better from 2020-08-21T02:48:44

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back to react to a dreadful day of baseball in Buffalo, NY. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our ...

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Just When I Thought I Was Out... They Pull Me Back In from 2020-08-17T02:59:32

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the guys talk about a series SWEEP over the New York Mets. Finally a happy pod! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more ...

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They Got Swept by the Orioles from 2020-08-14T02:43

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as this baseball team got swept by the Orioles. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy...

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Which is More Annoying the Offense or the Bullpen? from 2020-08-10T02:48:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as, well, the Phillies sure look to be back as well. The guys give their thoughts on the double-header and Spencer Howard's debut. Listen! See omnystudio.com/...

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Phils Split Against the Yanks (Feels Like a Win) from 2020-08-07T03:46:02

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils split against the Yanks. The guys react to everything and a lot more. Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To lear...

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Phils Lose 2 of 3 to the Marlins but Phil Gosselin Joins the Show! from 2020-07-26T22:23:14

Yes, the Phillies season started and it was miserable but at least Phil Gosselin stayed hot. He joins us (25:20 mark) to talk about his hot start and everything else. See omnystudio.com/policies/...

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Opening Day on the Horizon and a Crossover with Kevin Frandsen from 2020-07-23T00:13:08

The guys do another crossover with Kevin Frandsen as Opening Day is almost here. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra...

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One Week to Baseball and Scott Franzke Joins the Pod! from 2020-07-17T15:02:07

The guys react to the week of intrasquad games with Pivetta throwing a no-hitter, Vinny breaking out and more but also bring on the voice of the Phillies, Mr. Scott Franzke (11:50 mark). Enjoy! S...

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15 Days to Baseball from 2020-07-10T01:35:04

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as we are 15 (!) days to baseball. The guys go over all the camp story-lines and a whole lot more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy informatio...

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Extend J.T and Baseball Will Be Played This Month from 2020-07-02T01:36:29

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as they talk a lot of J.T Realmuto and also baseball being played this season. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more abou...

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Baseball is BACK and Mick Abel's High School Coach, Colin Griffin, Joins Us from 2020-06-24T23:18:02

Baseball is FINALLY back and the guys are here to talk about it. They are also joined by Mick Abel's high school coach on the day that he officially signed with the Phillies (21:30 in). Enjoy! See ...

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Breaking Down the MLB Draft from 2020-06-13T14:40:19

The guys are back as they break down Brian Barber's first draft as scouting director. Are they writing Mick Abel's hall of fame speech? Casey Martin is the next Kingery? See omnystudio.com/policie...

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Breaking Down the MLB Draft with Keith Law from 2020-06-09T01:28:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as they are joined by Keith Law to talk some MLB Draft leading up to Wednesday (19:00 mark). See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To ...

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Ruben Amaro Jr. Tells Us About Roy Halladay from 2020-05-29T01:32

The guys are joined by Ruben Amaro Jr. (15:30 in) ahead of the documentary that is being released on Friday from ESPN. They go over his pursuit of Roy and a whole lot more. They also talk about the...

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Just Figure It Out from 2020-05-15T02:15:20

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as they are talking baseball and everything around it from the owners vs. the players to the J.T Realmuto contract. The guys get into this and the MLB Draft. ...

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A Crossover with Kevin Frandsen! from 2020-05-02T14:03:20

High Hopes and Pine Tar For Breakfast come together for this pod as James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are joined by Kevin Frandsen to talk about Philly missing sports, old baseball stories and a whole l...

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A High Hopes Breakdown: Game 5 of the 2008 World Series from 2020-04-14T02:17:16

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as they breakdown game 5 of the World Series.See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra...

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A High Hopes AMA! from 2020-04-03T01:50:04

The guys are back as they do an AMA and get people ready for a new thing they're going to be doing without baseball. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more abou...

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Coping With No Baseball from 2020-03-27T02:18:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the guys are coping with no baseball. They get into Jack's surroundings, the possible upcoming season, MLB Draft, new international signing and a whole lot ...

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Jack Meets Pivetta and Baseball is Delayed from 2020-03-12T23:17:39

The guys are back as Jack meets Pivetta and baseball is delayed. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ht...

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Hey, Bryce Harper is a Phillie from 2020-03-05T05:04:47

The guys remind you that Bryce Harper is in fact a Phillie and a whole lot more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...

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The Phillies are on our TV Screens and on the Radio from 2020-02-27T03:50:46

The Phillies are back and it's a wonderful thing. The guys take you through their early spring training takeaways and more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn mo...

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Inching Closer to Actual Baseball from 2020-02-21T04:42:53

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as actual baseball is on the horizon. Macphail speaks which is always awful but who cares because we're close. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privac...

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Pitchers and Catchers Have Finally Reported from 2020-02-14T00:17:40

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as pitchers and catchers have finally reported. The guys get into that, baseball's weird rule changes and a whole lot more on this episode of High Hopes. See ...

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Phillies Finally Linked to Kris Bryant and the Phillies Have 69 Players On Their Roster from 2020-02-07T05:22

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as we are 5 days away from pitchers and catchers. The Phillies are finally linked to Bryant and they have a ton of guys on their roster. See omnystudio.com/po...

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Our Attention Now Turns to Kris Bryant (and Some Thoughts on the Phillies Signings) from 2020-01-31T03:31

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking Phillies as Kris Bryant's grievance is finally settled and more thoughts. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more a...

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Reaction to the Astros Cheating Scandal and Your Mailbag Questions! from 2020-01-20T03:59

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as they talk about the Astros cheating scandal and also answer your mailbag questions. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn m...

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Do You Factor In Where You'll Watch the Phillies When Buying a Home? from 2020-01-10T03:46:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the offseason is dragging on so they talk Arenado, Bryant and factoring in the Phillies when buying a home. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privac...

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Why the Phillies Shouldn't Be Counted Out in a Nolan Arenado Trade from 2020-01-03T00:49:12

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Nolan Arenado rumors are swirling. The guys talk about the luxury tax, Arenado and Bryant and, of course, Robert Stock. See omnystudio.com/policies/li...

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Hoping for Kris Bryant for the Holiday's from 2019-12-19T00:04:31

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as they talk about the possibility of adding Dellin Betances, the luxury tax, Kris Bryant rumors and whatever else they usually get in to. See omnystudio.com...

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THE DIDI GREGORIUS EMERGENCY PODCAST from 2019-12-11T03:33:01

The Phillies signed a new shortstop today and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to talk about it. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data...

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THE ZACK WHEELER IS A PHILLIE EMERGENCY PODCAST from 2019-12-05T01:15:13

ZACK WHEELER IS A PHILLIE AND JAMES SELTZER AND JACK FRITZ ARE HERE TO TALK ABOUT IT. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privac...

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The Maikel Franco and Cesar Hernandez Era is Over and Is His Replacement on the Way? from 2019-12-04T02:34:54

James Seltzer may be sick but he gutted out this podcast along with Jack Fritz as the guys talk about the end of the Cesar Hernandez and Maikel Franco era, their replacement and more! See omnystud...

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Bumgarner? Hamels? Didi? Rumors Season is Back! from 2019-11-26T00:06:15

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about the Phils and the start to their offseason and get into some names that have been linked to them. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for priv...

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Our Perfect Offseason from 2019-11-13T00:14:12

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back laying out their perfect offseason's. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practice...

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Is Cole Hamels Coming Back and Klentak Speaks from 2019-11-08T04:27:44

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as it looks like Cole Hamels is coming back. They also talk about Klentak's interview on WIP today and more! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy ...

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Girardi Crushes the Press Conference, the Nats are World Series Champs and the Phillies Have a New Pitching Coach from 2019-10-31T22:51:14

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about the Phils, Girardi, the Nats and our new pitching coach. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about liste...

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THE JOE GIRARDI IS THE NEW PHILLIES MANAGER EMERGENCY PODCAST from 2019-10-24T23:15:03

Joe Girardi is the new Phillies manager and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back to react. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our ...

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Waiting for a Manager and AFL Updates with Alec Bohm, Spencer Howard and Mickey Moniak! from 2019-10-17T14:20:38

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back with new episode of High Hopes talking about the Phils managerial search and bring on prospects, Alec Bohm, Spencer Howard and Mickey Moniak! See omnystudio.c...

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What Was That? from 2019-10-12T16:13:48

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz record another "emergency" podcast to react to a stunningly awful Phillies press conference featuring John Middleton, Andy MacPhail, and Matt Klentak, and to discuss wh...

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THE GABE KAPLER HAS BEEN FIRED EMERGENCY PODCAST from 2019-10-11T01:35:14

Gabe Kapler has been fired and Jack Fritz and James Seltzer are here to react. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy pract...

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Just Please Make a Decision (And Bring Us Chaim Bloom) from 2019-10-09T23:07:27

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils aren't making a decision and we're taking crazy pills. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener...

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Please Bring Us Chaim Bloom from 2019-10-02T23:05:32

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking some Phils offseason as we await to hear the fate of Gabe Kapler. They really want Chaim Bloom and no more Orioles guys. See omnystudio.com/policies/...

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The Phillies Are Officially Eliminated From Playoff Contention from 2019-09-24T23:05:13

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about a Phillies team that is eliminated from playoff contention. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about li...

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The Arizona Fall League is my Playoffs from 2019-09-16T22:51:03

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about the team and what is going to happen this offseason and also get into Arizona Fall League stuff. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for priva...

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They're Not Done? from 2019-09-13T04:47:52

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils are STILL alive in the playoff chase and also talk about a lot of the issues surrounding this team. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for priv...

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They're Done from 2019-09-05T23:25:40

The Phillies season is all but over and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to talk about it. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and ...

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Hard to Envision a Run But Hey Why Not? from 2019-09-03T00:58:55

Sure it's hard to envision a run, but why not believe? James is less bullish while Jack is probably dumb and naive. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about...

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Bringing the Joy Back to Phillies Baseball from 2019-08-30T13:46:52

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz recap the Phillies taking two of three from the Pirates, Sean Rodriguez's dumb comments, and more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To lear...

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Just When You Thought This Team Couldn't Stoop Any Lower... They Do from 2019-08-26T02:44:25

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils go full Phils and lose two of three to the Marlins in Miami. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about lis...

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To Believe or Not to Believe... That is the Question from 2019-08-23T04:49:44

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back after the Phils sweep the Red Sox up in Boston and prepare you for a nerve-wracking series against the Marlins. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for pri...

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Fooled Again from 2019-08-19T12:12:06

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to another disappointing weekend from the Phillies who once again, fooled us into believing a run was coming. The guys also talk about the awesomeness that was Hi...

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The Bryce Harper Walk-off Emergency Podcast from 2019-08-16T04:47:25

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back reacting to the Bryce Harper walk-off and then make fools of themselves in a podcast after. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To l...

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The Phillies Problems are Much More Than Gabe Kapler from 2019-08-13T02:29

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as we are less than a week away from High Hopes Night at the Ballpark! The guys talk about Gabe, this team and the organizational problems. See omnystudio.com...

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The Quickest Rebuild in Baseball History Loses 2 of 3 in Arizona from 2019-08-08T15:33:46

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the quickest rebuild in baseball history took it's talent to Arizona. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about lis...

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It's Time for the Phillies to Show Some Chutzpah from 2019-08-05T23:26:43

James and Jack discuss a disappointing home series vs. the White Sox, including the Roman Quinn game, Penvetta, and much more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn...

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The Phillies Punted the Season but We're Here to Talk About It from 2019-08-01T22:59:36

Sure, the Phillies punted the season but James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to recap it. They also took 2 of 3 from the Giants. Baseball. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy infor...

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This Team Routinely Coming Up Small is Annoying and our Perfect Deadline from 2019-07-29T19:25:42

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back and annoyed with how this Phillies team doesn't show up when they need it. The guys also talk deadline and a whole lot more. See omnystudio.com/policies/list...

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The Birth of Penvetta and Phillies First Round Pick Bryson Stott! from 2019-07-25T19:33:30

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils take two against the Tigers. They talk about the birth of Penvetta, some trade deadline rumblings and Chase Senior sits down with Phillies first r...

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Jack and James Take on the Hall of Fame from 2019-07-22T22:51:38

James and Jack recap the weekend series in Pittsburgh (#TwoOfThree), look ahead to the Tigers, discuss their trip to the baseball Hall of Fame, and more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for p...

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They Split?... They Split! from 2019-07-19T02:54:45

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about a massive split over the Dodgers. They get into the trade deadline and more! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To lea...

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MacPhail Makes Everyone Feel Better About the Phillies and the Nationals Own Us from 2019-07-15T19:21:21

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about the Phils and their president who always finds a way to make us feel better about the team... sike. Also the Nats just own us but at least we hav...

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The Second Half is Upon Us from 2019-07-12T03:30:09

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as they get you set for the second half. Talk most important players for the second half, trade deadline thoughts and more! See omnystudio.com/policies/li...

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Do We Overreact to the Phillies Team? from 2019-07-08T20:10:44

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about a Phillies team that is now at the All Star break in the wild card hunt. The guys talk the trade deadline and Alec Bohm at the futures game. Se...

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The Previously Unreleased Bryce Harper is Never Coming Here Podcast from 2019-07-04T04:05:40

Here it is... the Bryce Harper is never, ever coming here podcast. Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices ...

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The Marlins are the Phillies Kryptonite and Phils Minor League Hitting Coordinator Jason Ochart! from 2019-07-01T21:16:28

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as they recap the Marlins series, look ahead to the Braves series and the long anticipated Jason Ochart interview happened! (21:00 minute mark) See omnystudi...

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The Mets Get Bamboozled and Phillies Farm Director Josh Bonifay from 2019-06-28T01:15:43

The Bamboo Magic is here and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back to talk about it in a positive podcast! Jack also talks with Phils farm director Josh Bonifay (39:57). Join us for High Hopes Nigh...

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Are there High Hopes? from 2019-06-24T19:02:49

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils get swept out at home by the Marlins. The guys just try to piece this together and Jack wonders why the players aren't getting more heat. See omn...

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The Hopes... They Are Not High from 2019-06-21T04:35:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back for a morbid episode of the High Hopes podcast but hey at least Alec Bohm was promoted! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn ...

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Well That Was Disappointing from 2019-06-17T21:01:48

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phillies are coming off of a disappointing series down in Atlanta. The guys react to the weekend, Pivetta's start on Friday and look ahead to the Nats h...

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Lead-Off Kingery and a Measuring Stick Series Ahead from 2019-06-13T19:30:29

James Seltzer is on the phone from Florida but he's here to react to the Diamondback series with Jack Fritz. The guys talk about the rotation, the major offensive problems this team faces, Greinke ...

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#BrandNewPivetta and Offensive Inconsistencies from 2019-06-10T21:07:39

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils take #TwoOfThree from the Reds. Jack gushes over Pivetta and the guys also talk about the Phils offensive approach. All that and more on this epis...

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The Resilient Phillies and Eighth Round Pick Nate Fassnacht! from 2019-06-06T19:34:53

The Phils lost Andrew McCutchen for the season but rebounded. Jay Bruce has arrived and is the best Phils hitter of all time. Adam Haseley is here under difficult circumstances. What a wild time fo...

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Would Pivetta Be Their Game 1 Starter and DRAFT DAY from 2019-06-03T21:23:01

Yes, the Phillies got outclassed by the Dodgers but Nick Pivetta dominated so did they lose the series? James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the series, preview the draft and much more. See omny...

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The Bryce Hot Streak is Here and Kiley McDaniel Joins Us from 2019-05-31T01:36:39

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back recapping a Cardinals series that saw Bryce Harper get hot. The guys also get you ready for the Dodgers series and finally later in the podcast, Kiley McDaniel...

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Brand New Pivetta and James are Back in the Same Day from 2019-05-28T19:20:35

James is back and explains his absence! Also, the guys talk about Pivetta's return, issue an official statement on Bryce and talk a little MLB Draft. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for priv...

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A Split Against a Good Team on the Road? What a Weird Series it Was from 2019-05-23T23:52:27

Joe Giglio is in for James as the guys quickly recap a Phils split against the Cubs. What a weird series but hey, a split's a split. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To...

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Why Did the Rest of the NL East Let This Happen? from 2019-05-20T18:57:52

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back on a positive note! The guys react to the monster weekend for the Phils, what they were impressed with and more! They also preview the Cubs series and more. ...

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R-E-L-A-X on Bryce and the Brewers Series Was Awful from 2019-05-17T21:17:26

The guys are back off a frustrating Brewers and they're relaxing you about Harper. He's going to be okay. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener...

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Phillies Win Another Series and Zach Eflin is a Tunneling God from 2019-05-13T19:14:30

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz recap the Phils taking two of three in Kansas City; including Eflin's dominance, Cole Irvin's sterling MLB debut, and more. Plus, the guys look ahead to another "show-m...

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A Measuring Stick Series Win and Insane Stats with Ryan Spaeder from 2019-05-09T19:51:23

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back after a huge measuring stick series win against the St. Louis Cardinals. The guys breakdown the series, talk Vinny, Hoskins start and also bring on Ryan Spaede...

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The Phils Take Two of Three From Harper's Former Team and Utility Man Phil Gosselin Joins the Show from 2019-05-06T20:13:17

It's the Monday edition of the High Hopes podcast as the guys react to the Phils taking two of three from the Washington Nationals and are also joined by Phils utility man Phil Gosselin (27:34) to ...

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Offense Comes to Life and Harper is Officially a Phillie Now from 2019-05-02T20:08:06

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back fresh off a split against the Tigers. The guys talk about Harper being booed. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about...

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Phils Take Care of Business and Pivetta Lights Up AAA from 2019-04-29T20:21:07

The Phils take three of four from the Fish and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to react to it. The guys talk about the series and also talk to Pat McCarthy about Pivetta's big day in AAA. S...

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Rhys Hoskins Still Hasn't Touched Home Plate and Phils/Mets is So Back from 2019-04-25T19:12:16

The Phillies may have lost two of three from the Mets but it felt like a win after the Hoskins HR trot last night. James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about that series and what they saw ...

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The Phillies Obviously Sold Their Soul for the Howard Double in '09 from 2019-04-22T18:58:57

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phillies struggle in Colorado again. The guys talk about the series, why Nola is struggling, Harper on track and a whole lot more! See omnystudio.com/p...

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Official Pivetta Demotion Position and the Mets Hate is Back from 2019-04-18T19:51:33

James Seltzer and a dead Jack Fritz are here as #BreakoutPivetta has been put on hold. The guys react to the Mets series and have a lot of general baseball discussion on why pitchers are getting cr...

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The Last Time Tiger Woods Won a Major the Phillies Won the World Series So... from 2019-04-15T19:20:50

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the guys react to the Marlins series, Jack exposes the Phillies bullpen strategy and more! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To...

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Pivetta Breakout Season is on Hold and Much Needed Bounceback Series from 2019-04-11T19:18:24

Pivetta Breakout Season isn't going well and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to talk about it. The guys react to a frustrating series against the Nats and more! See omnystudio.com/policies/l...

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Bryce Harper is Ready to Bury D.C Part 2 from 2019-04-08T19:10:43

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils take another series to start this season. The guys take you through the weekend, Cy Eflin's start on Sunday, Seranthony's struggles and more! See...

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162-0 is NOT in Play and Harper Puts on a Show in D.C from 2019-04-04T19:33:47

Unfortunately, the Phillies perfect season is no longer in play but James and Jack are still here. The guys react to yesterday's excruciating loss and the show that Harper put on on Tuesday night. ...

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162-0 is STILL in Play and Harper is Set to Make His Return to D.C from 2019-04-01T19:04:35

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phillies are baseball's last undefeated team. The guys talk about this magical weekend, get ready for Harper's return to D.C and more! See omnystudio.c...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: 162-0 is in Play from 2019-03-28T23:36:02

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are live right after the Phillies perfect win to start the 2019 season. Enjoy. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listen...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Live from Chickie's with Joe Giglio from 2019-03-28T03:47:36

The entire High Hopes crew is live from Chickie's with Joe Giglio for his Phillies roundtable! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and ou...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Bold Predictions and Season Preview from 2019-03-26T19:25:25

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking some bold predictions for the season, give their season preview and play "Is It Weird?" See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.T...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Trout Spurns Philly and Harper Homers from 2019-03-22T19:08:28

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as Mike Trout picks LA, Harper finally homers and should they extend Realmuto ASAP? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more...

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Mound Visit Ep. 7: The Top Ten Homeruns in Citizens Bank Park History from 2019-03-19T17:10:08

On episode 7 of Mound Visit, Tim Kelly is joined by Tom McCarthy, Scott Franzke, Chris Wheeler and Scott Graham to talk about the ten best home runs in CBP history. See omnystudio.com/policies/lis...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Fortnite Derails the 2018 Phillies and Monday Mailbag! from 2019-03-18T19:27:07

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as it's the first installment of Mailbag Monday! The guys react to the Harper injury, Fortnite derailing the 2018 Phillies season and more! See omnystudio.com...

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What is Going to be the Achilles Heel in 2019? from 2019-03-14T19:08:45

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back for their second podcast in the week asking what is going to be this team's Achilles heel in 2019. They also give a player comp for Bryce Harper and ask for th...

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Mound Visit Ep. 6: Tom Cudeyro, the Machado Electrician, Weighs In On Harper/Machado from 2019-03-13T14:39:21

On this week's episode of Mound Visit with Tim Kelly, Tim talks with Tom Cuderyo, or more famously known as the electrician from the Machado meeting to talk about that and bringing in Bryce Harper....

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Harper Makes His Debut and Other Spring Takeawys from 2019-03-11T20:00:47

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back doing two podcasts a week now. The guys talk Harper's debut, other Spring Training takeaways and Jake Arrieta having a big second season with the Phils. See ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Still on Cloud 9 With Harper and Bounceback Arrieta? from 2019-03-07T20:44:41

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back and still glowing about Bryce Harper and his first week in Philadelphia. The guys talk more roster construction, what they've seen in Spring Training and more!...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: BRYCE HARPER IS A PHILLIE from 2019-02-28T20:37:53

THE BRYCE HARPER EMERGENCY PODCAST HAPPENED. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc....

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Getting Closer to Harper Time from 2019-02-21T20:18:11

James Seltzer is back as the guys feel like Harper is getting closer and closer to becoming a Phillie. They get on their soapbox to talk about misconceptions they've heard about Harper, Jon Marks t...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Pitchers and Catchers is Here and a Twitter Mailbag! from 2019-02-14T00:12:47

Jon Marks makes his return to High Hopes as he joins Jack Fritz to talk about the latest Harper rumors, an open competition at third base and answer your twitter questions! See omnystudio.com/poli...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: J.T Realmuto is a Phillie AND a Key Cog in Bringing Us Bryce Harper from 2019-02-07T20:17

The J.T Realmuto trade officially broke right in the middle of recording this episode of High Hopes with James Seltzer and Jack Fritz. The guys react to the trade and also get excited because Realm...

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Mound Visit Ep. 5: Roman Quinn on the 2019 Season, Kapler and His Relationship with Odubel Herrera from 2019-02-05T14:35:55

In episode 5 of Mound Visit, Tim Kelly is joined by Phillies outfielder, Roman Quinn, to talk about this upcoming season, what it's like to play under Gabe Kapler and his relationship with Odubel H...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Bryce Harper is NOT Going to the Padres from 2019-01-31T20:24:34

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to calm you down about the Bryce Harper meeting with the Padres report. The motto of today's podcast is "R-E-L-A-X." The guys calm you down, give you multiple ...

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Mound Visit Ep. 4: Who's the Next Phillie to Go Into the Hall of Fame as a Phillie w/Jay Jaffe from 2019-01-28T20:16:05

On this episode of Mound Visit with Tim Kelly, Tim is joined by Jay Jaffe of Fangraphs and "The Cooperstown Casebook" to talk about who's going to be the next Phillie to go into the Hall of Fame, a...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Doc's a Hall of Famer and Harper Wait Continues from 2019-01-24T20:22:58

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Harper wait continues. The guys also talked about Roy Halladay and a new Mike Trout thought. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy informat...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Feeling Really Good About Harper from 2019-01-17T20:23:43

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back and feel really good about the chances of the Phillies adding Bryce Harper. They talk about that, get into Aaron Nola and discuss the Phillies envisioning a Ha...

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Mound Visit Ep. 3: The Phillies All-Time Dream Team with Tom Stone from 2019-01-15T22:21:50

In episode 3 of Mound Visit, Tim Kelly is joined by Tom Stone, author of Now Taking the Field, Baseball's All-Time Dream Teams for all 30 Franchises to talk about what the Phillies All-Time dream t...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: The Bryce Harper Meeting is Upon Us With Bob Nightengale from 2019-01-10T20:14:53

The Bryce Harper meeting is only a few days away and Bob Nightengale of the USA Today joins James Seltzer and Jack Fritz to discuss the Harper meeting and where things stand heading into the weeken...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: David Robertson Emergency Podcast and International Scouting Director Sal Agostinelli from 2019-01-03T20:14:29

David Robertson is a Phillie and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to break it down. They also give updates on Machado and Harper and more! Later in the show, (16:19,) they are joined by 2018 I...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Harper and Machado Don't Want Us, Eh? from 2018-12-29T17:16:21

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are in studio today talking about the Joel Sherman, agent spewed BS, report that Bryce Harper and Manny Machado supposedly don't want us. The guys talk about that, the ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: What Are the Phillies Doing? from 2018-12-20T20:27:55

James and Jack are fired up over this Machado thing. What WAS that display down there at Citizens Bank Park today? The guys also talk other moves, or lack thereof, this offseason. See omnystudio....

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Mound Visit Ep. 2: Which Phillie Had the Best Individual Season Since 2000 with Chris Wheeler and Jim Salisbury from 2018-12-18T16:11:20

Tim Kelly is back with the second episode of Mound Visit. This week, Tim is asking the question, going off of Aaron Nola's 2018 campaign, which Phillie has had the best individual season since 2000...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Emergency McCutchen Pod and is Sixto Really Being Dangled? from 2018-12-11T23:20:38

Jack Fritz is joined by Joe Giglio as James has baby duty once again. Andrew McCutchen is a Phillie, what does it mean? And is Sixto Sanchez really being dangled? See omnystudio.com/policies/liste...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: The Winter Meetings are Upon Us and Hot Stove With Kevin Frandsen from 2018-12-10T20:53:09

The most important Winter Meetings of our lives is upon us and brand new dad, James Seltzer, is back to talk about it! The guys talk meetings, general hot stove stuff and more! Then Jack is joined ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Reacting to the Jean Segura trade and Corbin Signs With the Nats? from 2018-12-04T21:12:22

Jack Fritz is here with a solo High Hopes as James Seltzer is having a baby! Jack reacts to the Jean Segura trade and the Patrick Corbin-to-the-Nats signing went down right in the middle of the pod...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: They're Talking Goldschmidt, Eh? from 2018-11-27T03:16:18

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are doing a reaction pod to what was a crazy Monday for Phillies rumors. First, JP Morosi says that they won't wait for Harper/Machado, then Jayson Stark drops the bomb...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Is Middleton Wanting to "Be Stupid" With Money a Good Thing? from 2018-11-19T04:12:18

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here asking if John Middleton's comments about wanting to "be a little stupid" with money is a good thing or not. Jack also throws Carlos Santana trades at James fo...

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Mound Visit Ep. 1: Evaluating Chase Utley's Hall of Fame Candidacy from 2018-11-13T20:45:33

It's the first episode of Mound Visit with Tim Kelly. On this episode, Tim welcomes on Jerry Crasnick and Danny Knobler to evaluate if Chase Utley is a Hall of Famer or not. See omnystudio.com/po...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Bryce Harper Almost Emergency Pod from 2018-11-08T20:11:55

The Bryce Harper Emergency-ish podcast is here! Jack Fritz and James Seltzer are here talking about the Bob Nightengale article that Bryce Harper will be a Phillie... book it. Also Jack attempts to...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: The Biggest Offseason in Phillies History is Upon Us from 2018-11-01T19:26:13

The biggest offseason in Phillies history is upon us and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are anxious. Jack gives his take on Manny Machado, they talk about JD Davis and pour one out for Joey Mennesses...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Which Offensive Philosophy Do You Want the Phils to Model Themselves After? from 2018-10-24T19:23:28

The Red Sox and Dodgers are in the World Series and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are asking which approach you would prefer the Phillies model themselves after. They also take Twitter questions and...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Which Phils Would You Trust in a Big Spot? from 2018-10-14T21:11:42

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back talking about the MLB playoffs and what members of the Phils current roster would you trust the most. The guys also talk answer your Twitter questions and more...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Kapler Shows His Human-Side, While Klentak and MacPhail Don't from 2018-10-04T19:17:08

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back with a new episode of the High Hopes podcast, with a new intro! The guys react to Kapler on with Angelo, and the Phillies tone-deaf end-of-season press confere...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Is This Really All Kapler's Fault? from 2018-09-25T19:25:02

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back in studio today to talk about a Phillies team that is at .500 and have lost 30 of their last 45 games. Has Gabe Kapler lost the team? Is this really all his fa...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Altherr to the Rescue/Harper and Machado, eh? from 2018-09-17T19:06:33

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as Jack takes a victory lap on Aaron Altherr's Friday night and the rest of the Marlins series. The outrage over the pulling of Kingery is absurd, Pivetta's cu...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Waiving the White Flag from 2018-09-13T01:44:56

James Seltzer and Jon Marks waive the white flag on the 2018 season. The guys discuss what went wrong, how it went wrong, who's to blame, and more as they attempt to eulogize the season. James and ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Limping Toward's the Finish Line from 2018-09-10T19:46:27

The Phils are in free fall and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back in the studio to talk about. The guys talk about the team limping towards the finish line, who's back in 2019, a Mike Trout trad...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: A Season on the Brink from 2018-08-30T03:57:03

James Seltzer and Jon Marks discuss the Phillies worst loss is a season full of terrible losses. They also talk about the team bounced back with a resillient win the next night. The guys also offe...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Phillies Frustrations from 2018-08-27T01:14:09

James Seltzer and Jon Marks recap a disappointing weekend series in Toronto --discussing what went wrong, why the Phillies keep playing down to bad competition, and more. The guys also talk about w...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Aaron Nola, the Season Saver from 2018-08-24T04:00:19

Aaron Nola saved the season today and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to talk about an up and down series against the Nationals. They also preview the Blue Jays series and... Jack Fritz is ge...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Playing Down to the Competition from 2018-08-20T03:58:57

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back on this Sunday evening talking about the Phillies playing down to their competition, Aaron Nola's brilliance, a bunch of bad takes and more! See omnystudio.co...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Wilson Ramos Nation from 2018-08-16T04:12:36

James Seltzer and Jon Marks break down an exciting win over the Red Sox, highlighted by an outstanding Phillies debut from Wilson Ramos. The guys discuss the affect Ramos (and Bour) could have on t...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Kevin Frandsen is Staying Level-Headed about the Phils from 2018-08-13T21:05:51

Phillies broadcaster, Kevin Frandsen, joins Jack Fritz to talk about the Phils rough West Coast trip and what he's seeing from this team at the moment. They also talk about the additions of Asdruba...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Rough Series in Arizona from 2018-08-09T02:21:33

Jack Fritz and Jon Marks kick off the pod before the finale of the Diamondbacks series and we have an impromtu Marks Minor League report. Then Joe Giglio and Jack Fritz hop on following the 6-0 los...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: This Team's Just Rounding into Form from 2018-08-06T22:07:02

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back with a new edition of the High Hopes podcast following the sweep over the Marlins. This team is just rounding into form. The guys talk about an amazing weeke...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Klentak Gets Smart from 2018-07-31T21:50:47

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back reacting to the trade deadline. Matt Klentak did well! Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. They also talk about Odubel and more! Rate and review on itunes!Se...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Rising to the Occasion Against the Dodgers from 2018-07-26T19:38:14

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back on this Thursday breaking down the Dodgers series, how the team played, the debut of Ranger Suarez, trade deadline do's and don't's and more! See omnystudio.c...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: The Return of Chase from 2018-07-23T03:34:43

The Phils take 2 of 3 from the San Diego Padres, Jack's brand takes a major hit and Chase Utley returns this week. James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to talk about it all here. See omnystudio.c...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: No, we didn't get Machado from 2018-07-20T03:44:30

The Phils strike out on Machado and Brad Hand leaving this team in an interesting spot. Should they go for it or let these guys develop? James Seltzer and Jack Fritz get into it. They also talk abo...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Machado Watch from 2018-07-17T03:48:05

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back and officially on Machado Watch. They talk about the deal, who might go in it and John Middleton's involvement. They also hand out All Star break awards. See o...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Giving Kapler Credit from 2018-07-12T03:41:46

James Seltzer and Jon Marks talk all things Phillies on the latest edition of the High Hopes podcast. The guys begin by giving Gabe Kapler the credit he deserves for steering the team to their firs...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: First Place Phils and Aaron Nola is an All Star from 2018-07-09T03:22:46

The Phils are in first place and Aaron Nola is an all star, all is good in Phillies land. James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here talking about our first place Phils and their series in Pittsburgh. J...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Beating Up on Bad Teams from 2018-07-05T04:34:22

Jack Fritz and Jon Marks are here as the Phils enter into the "easy" part of their schedule. The Phils take two from the lowly, Baltimore Orioles but that means the Manny Machado rumors are rapid. ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: No, Seriously This Thing is Getting Fun from 2018-07-02T03:20:11

The Phils take 3 of 4 from the Washington Nationals and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here breaking it down. Gabe Kapler deserves a ton of credit, he's starting to find his groove as manager of ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Biggest Series in 6 Years from 2018-06-28T21:05:47

Jack Fritz and James Seltzer are here to give their takeaways from the Yanks series and preview the Nats series. What do they make of Zach Eflin, the stopper, Jake Arrieta's June Swoon and Hector N...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: 4 Straight Series Wins, Measuring Stick Series This Week from 2018-06-25T05:23:59

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back as the Phils have won 4 straight series, even after the frustrating end to the series. The guys talk about the bullpen, trade possibilities and how close this ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: 3 Straight Series Wins, Boom. from 2018-06-20T20:24:11

Jack Fritz and Jon Marks are in the studio today as the Phillies wrap up their third straight series win. Odubel and Rhys are back in a BIG way, the bullpen has given us a heart-attack and the Craw...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: This Team is Good, Why Doesn't it Feel Better? from 2018-06-18T03:31:48

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back after, another, series victory. This team is good, but it really doesn't feel like they're that good... why? The guys break that down as well as talk about Rhy...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Hey! The Phillies Won a Series! from 2018-06-15T03:31:50

James Seltzer and Jon Marks talk about the Phillies finally winning a series, as they take two of three from the Rockies. More importantly, the guys discuss the resurgent offense and wonder whether...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: The Hopes... They Are Not High from 2018-06-11T19:48:41

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are back and are pretty upset with this Phillies team. The defense has been brutal, offense has been equally as bad and who in this bullpen can you really trust outside...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Marks Minor League Report with Jason Woodell from 2018-06-11T01:55:39

Jon Marks is joined by Jason Woodell to talk Florida Statle League and the Clearwater Threshers. The guys chat about Sixto Sanchez (pre-injury), Adam Haseley, Mickey Moniak, and more. See omnystud...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Recapping the Cubs Series, Looking Ahead to the Brewers, and Calling Out the Kapler Haters from 2018-06-08T02:08:13

James Seltzer and Jon Marks recap a frustating series loss in Chicago. The guys discuss what went wrong over the three-game series, why there's more good to takeaway than bad, and more. Plus, James...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Immediate-ish Reaction to the Alec Bohm Pick from 2018-06-05T05:30:54

The Phils selected Alec Bohm with the third overall pick in the 2018 MLB First-Player Draft and Jack Fritz is here giving his immediate reaction. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy i...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Frustration in San Fran, MLB Draft Preview and the Most Important First Pitch in Over a Decade from 2018-06-04T04:26:32

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are with you as the Phils offense scuffles in San Francisco and really for the last two weeks. The guys react to Jake Arrieta's comments. Jack gets you set for the MLB ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Marshall Harris Joins the Show To Talk Some Phils and Their Split in LA from 2018-06-01T05:15:06

The Phils split in LA and are on to San Fran. Marshall Harris joins Jack Fritz to talk some Phils and what he's seen so far this season. The offense continues to be a problem but at least they've g...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Concerned About the Offense and Time For Some Late Night Phils from 2018-05-28T18:49:38

Jack Fritz and Jon Marks are here for this episode talking about their concerns with the offense and what Gabe Kapler can do to get them going. They also gush about Aaron Nola and get you set for s...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Finally Beat the Braves and Can't Stop Thinking About Seranthony from 2018-05-24T19:23:16

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are in the studio today coming off of the exhilirating series win over the first place Atlanta Braves. No, they haven't stopped thinking about Seranthony Dominguez and ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Knighting Seranthony and Don't Be Sad Odubel's Streak is Over, Be Glad It Happened from 2018-05-21T04:30:48

Jack Fritz is here for a solo pod as, once again, James Seltzer and Jon Marks let him down. Jack talks about Odubel's streak coming to an end, and yes, it's over but what a magical time it was. Ser...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Harper or Machado? from 2018-05-16T19:37:29

The whole crew is together on this Wednesday afternoon during the Phils/Orioles game and it has them thinking about Manny Machado and Bryce Harper this offseason. Who would the guys rather have and...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Praising Kapler and the Closer Conundrum from 2018-05-14T01:22:13

Jon Marks and James Seltzer break down the series split with the Mets, and talk about the team's strong play over their homestand. The guys also heap some praise on Gabe Kapler and his coaching sta...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Jon Marks and Joe Giglio on Rebounding After the D.C Nightmare from 2018-05-11T19:13:04

Jon Marks and Joe Giglio were live from the AT&T Store in Philly talking some Phils. The guys were impressed with the teams resolve after the weekend in Washington. This is the best version of Maik...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Offense has Awoken and Rotation Competition Heating Up from 2018-05-10T22:27:02

Jack Fritz and Mike Angelina are here after the Phils sweep the San Francisco Giants. The offense has fully awoken from it's early season slumber. Carlos Santana is raking and Odubel Herrera is a l...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Meltdown in D.C and Maikel Island? from 2018-05-07T02:55:49

The Phillies have an epic meltdown in D.C and Jack and James are here to react to it. Hector Neris is about as trustworthy as a used car salesman at this point and we'll see if James is ready to ho...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: I Swear the Offense is Waking Up from 2018-05-04T05:06:23

Jack Fritz is riding solo on this pod as James Seltzer and Jon Marks are sleeping. Jack talks about Arrieta's mechanical struggles, Rhys' swoon and signs of life from this Phillies offense, except ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Why Can't They Beat the Braves? from 2018-04-30T03:21:13

The Phillies struggles against the Braves continue and James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are here to talk about it. The Odubel hate is becoming infuriating, Vince Velasquez has gotta go and the series a...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Why Are People Freaking Out About the K's? from 2018-04-26T18:59:10

The whole crew is together in studio as the Phillies are wrapping up their series against the Diamondbacks. Jack breaks out the Aaron Altherr meter, the guys talk about the strikeouts, Velasquez's ...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Phils Break Out the Brooms and Have Their First Big Test from 2018-04-23T05:33:17

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz are talkin' sweeps as the Phils sweep out the Pirates at home over the weekend. Revenge Season Jake is here and when will people appreciate Odubel? They also look ahead...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Tough Sleddin' in Atlanta and Looking Ahead to Pittsburgh from 2018-04-19T04:51:27

Jack Fritz is joined by Jon Marks to talk about the Phils tough times in Atlanta and what they learned in the Braves series. They also give their bullpen stock report and wonder if it's time to pan...

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The High Hopes Podcast: The Phils are Streakin' from 2018-04-16T05:05:05

Jack Fritz is joined by Mike Angelina to talk about the surging Phils as they have won 8 of their last 9 and 6 in a row. Does it matter that it's vs. bad teams? JP Crawford has taken a massive step...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: The Phils Get Back on Track from 2018-04-13T03:35:29

Jon Marks and James Seltzer discuss a winning Phillies baseball team in the latest edition of High Hopes. The guys look back over the first two weeks of the season, highlighting the players that ha...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Talking 20 Run Games, The Resurgence of Maikel Franco, Jake Arrieta's Debut, and More from 2018-04-09T18:58:10

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz discuss the Phillies 20-run game over the weekend, the resurgence of Maikel Franco, Jake Arrieta's debut, and much more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for priva...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Staying Level-Headed About Kapler from 2018-04-04T19:54:22

The High Hopes crew talks about Kapler's rough debut and where they stand on him. They also go on WIP's FB live and take questions from listeners. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: MLB Over/Unders with James Seltzer and Jack Fritz from 2018-03-28T19:26:11

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz go through all the over/unders and make their picks on every team. How many wins will your favorite team have and how about our Phillies. All of that and more on this o...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: The Crew joins Joe Giglio at his Phillies Roundtable from 2018-03-28T19:22:09

Jon Marks and James Seltzer joined Joe Giglio for an hour at his Phillies Roundtable to talk about the team and just how good they can be this season. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for priva...

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High Hopes Phillies Podcast: Scott Kingery is Here to Stay from 2018-03-26T19:59

Jon Marks, James Seltzer and Jack Fritz react to the Phillies signing Scott Kingery to a 6 year extension on Sunday afternoon, thus jumpstarting this rebuild even more. How are the Phillies going t...

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High Hopes Phillies Podcast: The Phillies are going to make us adjust how we watch baseball with Joe Giglio from 2018-03-21T19:56:58

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...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast: John Stolnis joins James Seltzer to talk Arrieta from 2018-03-15T02:19:18

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....

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High Hopes Phillies Podcast: JAKE ARRIETA IS A PHILLIE from 2018-03-12T18:25:56

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 a...

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The High Hopes Phillies Podcast with Ben Harris from 2018-03-09T20:07:47

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 pr...

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High Hopes: Talking Phillies with Jon Marks and Mike Angelina from 2018-03-07T01:09:24

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.To learn more about ...

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High Hopes Podcast with The Athletic's Eno Sarris from 2018-02-27T20:56:24

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 give...

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Early Spring Training Takeaways As The Jake Arrieta Watch Continues from 2018-02-24T19:38:21

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...

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Glen Macnow Comes on High Hopes to Talk Phils from 2018-02-16T20:46:45

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? ...

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Pitchers and Catchers are Reporting... Are You Ready? from 2018-02-14T01:14:38

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 ...

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How Do You Feel About an NL DH? from 2018-01-17T00:59:30

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 ...

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High Hopes Mailbag Edition from 2018-01-10T00:53:13

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.To learn more about liste...

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Any Interest in Alex Cobb and is Getting Christian Yelich a Smart Move for the Phillies? from 2018-01-04T21:27:38

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...

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Ending 2017 and Entering 2018 with High Hopes: Hot Stove Update, Trade Hypotheticals, Catcher Review/Preview, and More from 2017-12-29T00:11:39

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 tra...

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Saying Goodbye To Freddy Galvis And Hello To Carlos Santana from 2017-12-16T00:46:28

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...

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Third Base and Winter Meetings Preview from 2017-12-08T00:10:20

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 Maik...

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Shortstop Review from 2017-11-28T01:48:01

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 B...

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Second Base Review from 2017-11-21T01:47:13

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. Th...

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First Base Review from 2017-11-14T01:57:11

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 passin...

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Gabe Kapler Is Intense, Among Other Things from 2017-11-07T01:33:53

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...

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Episode 2 from 2017-10-31T00:32:56

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 Base...

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Episode 1 from 2017-10-26T17:03:01

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 omny...

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New Nickname: The Comeback Kids from 2021-09-02T23:41:41

Thank You Javy Baez from 2021-08-30T23:15:59

Sweep the Rays...Neander Stays? from 2021-08-23T23:44:45

I Feel Like an Idiot from 2021-08-19T19:10:21

On the Seventh Day God Rested But Jack Didn't from 2021-08-09T00:25:36

This is the Most Important Weekend of My Life from 2021-08-06T01:41:57

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Our Perfect Trade Deadline from 2021-07-30T00:13:11

Screw It, Make the Bryant and Kimbrel Deal from 2021-07-19T23:46

Win Today, Win Tomorrow, Win More Games from 2021-07-17T16:39:50

What If? from 2021-07-12T23:27:13

Am I An Idiot? from 2021-07-08T23:23:35

We are Smart Enough to Know Better, But We Refuse to Let Go from 2021-06-24T00:14:06

Who in Their Right Mind Let the Phils Get Hot? from 2021-06-14T23:02:55

Once There Was a Silly Old Ant... from 2021-06-10T23:14:22

Taking 2 of 3 from the Nats>Beating the Hawks from 2021-06-07T23:47:09

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We Love Everything About the Phillies Except Watching Them Play from 2021-05-18T01:47:19

Joe Girardi Just Double Switched Again from 2021-05-13T23:52:33

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Is Nola an Ace? from 2021-04-19T01:41:02

Jack's Big Break from 2021-04-15T23:16:45

Bohm Touched Home from 2021-04-12T04:12:17

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Bring Me deGrom from 2021-04-05T02:27:37

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The Injury Gods Better Not Ruin This For Us from 2021-03-18T23:34:51

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The Didi, a Day Too Late, Emergency Pod from 2021-02-02T00:33:34

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Let Us Believe, Bring Us Theo from 2020-11-20T03:30:40

Theo Epstein Will be the Next Phillies President (Please) from 2020-11-13T03:30:10

Get Andy MacPhail Away From Our Baseball Team from 2020-11-06T03:22:01

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Explaining the Law of Gravity from 2020-10-21T02:15:06

Our Dream Front Office from 2020-10-14T02:17:22

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Make the Playoffs, Fire Klentak from 2020-09-22T03:00

Make the Playoffs, Fire Klentak from 2020-09-22T03:00

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