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John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 6h

Part of the fear with this group of Phillies players is that they have to feel like they're snake-bitten. After getting almost all the breaks up until Game 5 of the 2022 World Series, they've gotten none. Yesterday, Harper just misses a HUGE homer off Sale. Hill just misses a game-saving catch.

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Franzke & LA @franzkela.bsky.social · 8h

The Phillies were 18–7 in the postseason before they got on the plane to Arizona and 3–11 since I need Pablo Torre to find out what the hell happened on that flight

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John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 7h

The last time the Phillies successfully converted a save opportunity in the postseason was Game 1 of the 2023 NLCS. Craig Kimbrel locked down a 5-3 victory.

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This is a healthy and rational opinion and I'm glad it was voiced because no one else is prepared to say it or hear it.

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I can't believe people are talking about this. Harris had crossed first base before the throw even got halfway to Harper. It was an infield hit all the way. Like, don't sweat the small stuff, guys. Turner's throw affected nothing.

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We always knew the offense was going to have to score more than one run. It remains to be seen if they can do that. This team will win if their offense scores.

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This is a game of inches. Harper just missed a home run and Hill just missed that catch.

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Playoff predictions: Phils over Braves White Sox over Astros Yankees over Red Sox Cubs over Padres Dodgers over Phils Brewers over Cubs Rays over Yankees Guardians over White Sox Brewers over Dodgers Guardians over Rays Brewers over Rays

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I don't understand keeping Jose Alvarado on the wild card roster and ditching Brooks Raley. They've both been awful since the trade deadline, but at least Raley has a more recent track record of success. 1.96 ERA in 45 games with NY this year, 2.74 ERA since 2022, INCLUDING his Phils' time.

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Brooks Raley's failures haven't been talked about much, but his inability to get anyone out as Dombrowski's main bullpen addition at the deadline is monstrously hurtful.

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My prediction is that Luzardo gets however many outs is required to face Matt Olson twice. I'm thinking Painter comes in after that to try to get them to McFarlane/Duran. Gotta believe that's the plan.

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A Million Ways to Die in the West | "People Die at the Fair"

This is how I'll always remember Dennis Haskins, a.k.a. Mr. Belding, in his finest film role. youtu.be/u8SOQM4SpxM...

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I know a lot of the conversation around the Phillies this week has been centered on how they're going to line up the rotation. But their playoff success continues to hinge on the offense. It's going to be about the bats. Can Schwarber/Turner/Harper do what they're paid to do?

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"DeJean said tackling after last week’s performance in Tennessee was a “big emphasis” for the Eagles in the lead-up to Monday night. The Eagles were credited with nine missed tackles, according to Pro Football Focus, after missing a dozen last week." Hey, it went down! Mission accomplished!

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schmenk-bsky @schmenk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Feels like Ben Johnson has Nick Sirianni/Vic Fangio's number the same way they do of Sean McVay.

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#Phillies postseason history: 1903-1968 (before divisions): ❌ the only original-16 team not to win a World Series Since 1969, more respectable: ✅ 8th in postseason appearances ✅ T-6th in division titles ✅ T-4th in league pennants ✅ T-8th in WS championships __ @thegoodphight.bsky.social

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John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Phillies are in the playoffs, avoiding a historic collapse in the process. What would their legacy have been if they failed? @justinklugh.bsky.social @lizroscher.bsky.social @whyy.org podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...

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John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Phillies avoided catastrophe and made the playoffs. What's next against the Braves? @justinklugh.bsky.social, @lizroscher.bsky.social and I discussed on a NEW Hittin' Season, from @whyy.org. open.spotify.com/episode/3L1D...

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Phillies Make the Playoffs - Braves Series Preview!

Hittin' Season: A Philadelphia Phillies podcast · Episode

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Meg Rowley @megrowler.fangraphs.com · 27/09/2026

your punishment for liking the Phillies? more Phillies.

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Andrew Painter would be on normal rest for a Game 1. Cristopher Sanchez would be on short rest. Nola’s appearance on Saturday leaves his status uncertain. Luzardo certainly isn’t starting Game 1.

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They did it. The Phillies avoided disaster. They’re in the playoffs. No idea what they’re going to do in the wild card round with the rotation, but they’ll be there.

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Matt Gelb @mattgelb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Shame they had to burn him today. Dude is a legend.

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Pigs are flying. The Phillies have hit their first home run in 46 innings. It's Bryce Harper.

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Well, the Phillies’ stars are coming through today.

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The Phillies’ collapse is almost complete, but they’ve still got one more shot at continuing their season.

Saturday night's Game 161 was a nightmare for the Phillies and their fans. Will they wake up in time for Game 162? @thegoodphight.bsky.social www.thegoodphight.com/phillies-ana...

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One more chance

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MLB schedule makers understand the assignment. Hide the Phillies.

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I didn't know hell could look so cold and wet.

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The Phillies’ collapse is almost complete, but they’ve still got one more shot at continuing their season.

Saturday night's Game 161 was a nightmare for the Phillies and their fans. Will they wake up in time for Game 162? @thegoodphight.bsky.social www.thegoodphight.com/phillies-ana...

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One more chance

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John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The Phillies, simply put, have the worst offense of any potential playoff team. And, simply put, they have one of the five worst non-pitching rosters in the entire league.

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True or False: It's time for the Phillies to bench Alec Bohm and play Bryan de la Cruz or Derek Hill in right field every day and move Bryce Harper back to first? We discussed on the latest Hittin' Season, powered by @WHYY. LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/0QZE...

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John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The Phillies bullpen is leaking oil. There are few relievers anyone can count on. True or False: The Phillies should call up Gage Wood RIGHT NOW to help? We discussed on a NEW Hittin' Season, powered by @WHYY! LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/0QZE... WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0Gd...

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John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The Phillies did get better at the Trade Deadline, but did they do enough? Most don't think so. We discussed on a new Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY! @justinklugh.bsky.social @lizroscher.bsky.social LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/0y3n... WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKKt...

John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Are the Phils courting disaster by moving Bryce Harper to right field in order to account for Luis Arraez? We discussed on an all new Hittin' Season, powered by @WHYY! @lizroscher.bsky.social @justinklugh.bsky.social LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/0y3n... WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKKt...

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John Stolnis @johnstolnis.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Phillies fans are feeling a sense of frustration following the team's Trade Deadline moves on Monday. We felt our feelings on the latest Hittin' Season podcast, too, powered by WHYY! LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/0y3n... WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKKt...