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Phillies Extra is your deep dive into all things Phillies on The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Gameday Central. Hosted by Inquirer Phillies reporter Scott Lauber, each episode brings you insider analysis, exclusive interviews with players and experts, and more to cover the hottest topics with the Phillies and across Major League Baseball.
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- 1 weeks ago41 min
Reliever Tim Mayza on his new contract, pitching for the team he grew up watching, and more.
Tim Mayza was among the best, most under-the-radar Phillies stories this year. And he's coming back for more after signing a new contract last week. The Lancaster County native joined Phillies Extra, The Inquirer's baseball podcast, to discuss his solid season, building a culture in the bullpen, the origin of his "Sheriff" nickname, and more.
- 2 weeks ago35 min
Top prospect Aidan Miller on his back injury, how Tom Brady’s training center helped him, and more
After missing almost the entire season with a back condition, Aidan Miller is off to a hot start in the Arizona Fall League. The 22-year-old infield prospect joined Phillies Extra, The Inquirer’s baseball podcast, to discuss his recovery and why he believes the injury is behind him.
- 4 weeks ago45 min
Scott Franzke on the Phillies' biggest questions heading into the offseason
The Phillies haven't won a playoff series since 2023, and their postseasons keep getting shorter and shorter. How can they fix it? Radio play-by-play announcer Scott Franzke joins Phillies Extra, The Inquirer's baseball podcast, to discuss Trea Turner's future, the managerial uncertainty, whether the Phillies can get "creative" to change the mix of the roster, and more.
- Sep 24, 202644 min
Larry Andersen on the big Phillies question for a long playoff run
Let’s talk about the Phillies’ bullpen. Larry Andersen happens to be an expert on the subject. The popular Phillies radio analyst had a 17-year major-league career in which he appeared in 699 games — all but one in relief. He joins Phillies Extra to break down the biggest question standing between the Phillies and a long run through October: How will they bridge the gap to closer Jhoan Duran?
- Sep 18, 202646 min
Former GM Matt Klentak reflects on his Phillies tenure, working with the Brewers, and more
Matt Klentak's fingerprints are still on the Phillies' roster six years after he was the team's general manager. These days, Klentak is part of the front office for the Brewers, who recently clinched their fourth consecutive NL Central title. With the Brewers coming to town Tuesday, Klentak joined Phillies Extra to discuss his current and former teams.
- Sep 11, 202640 min
Jeff Francoeur on the NL East race, why the Phillies are a postseason threat, and more
The Phillies and Braves are set to square off again this weekend in Atlanta, so it's the perfect time to check in with Jeff Francoeur, who played for both teams and calls Braves games on TV and radio. Francoeur joined Phillies Extra to help break down the race for NL East supremacy.
- Sep 4, 202638 min
Phillies minor league director Luke Murton on Aidan Miller, the state of the farm system, and more
With the minor league season winding down, Phillies farm director Luke Murton returns to Phillies Extra to discuss the state of the system and upcoming changes to his role. He also offers an encouraging update on injured top prospect Aidan Miller.
- Aug 28, 202635 min
Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen on the Ketel Marte situation, competing against the Dodgers and Phillies
With one month left in the season, the Phillies are jockeying for playoff positioning in the National League. And things are about to heat up with a critical three-game series in Arizona. Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen joins Phillies Extra to discuss the wild-card race, the drama involving star second baseman Ketel Marte, and the 2023 NLCS, which left scars in Philadelphia that still haven't healed.
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Phillies Extra is your deep dive into all things Phillies on The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Gameday Central. Hosted by Inquirer Phillies reporter Scott Lauber, each episode brings you insider analysis, exclusive interviews with players and experts, and more to cover the hottest topics with the Phillies and across Major League Baseball.
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