# Hour 1: Tensions rise between Bryce Harper and the Phillies Front Office

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Podcast: [94WIP Middays with Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio](https://stenobird.com/podcast/94wip-middays-with-hugh-douglas-and-joe-giglio-947819)
Published: 2026-07-30T16:33:36+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2608

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Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas dissect the growing rift between Bryce Harper and the Phillies organization after public comments regarding trade deadline needs. They weigh in on Don Mattingly's response and discuss if Harper's influence is waning as Dave Dombrowski nears a contract extension. 01:52 - Hugh Douglas Identity Crisis 05:35 - Bryce Harper Deadline Comments 12:45 - Managing Bryce Harper's Emotions 26:20 - Dave Dombrowski Extension Rumors 37:20 - Merrill Reese Ticket Giveaway 47:50 - Jalen Hurts Practice Observations

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