# Hour 1: The Ronald Acuña Jr. Retaliation Debate

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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: 2026-09-08T18:07:29+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2475

## Resource

Recapping the Phillies' split with the Braves, the discussion highlights Jesus Luzardo's dominant complete game shutout and his case for the playoff rotation. They debate if the team should retaliate against Ronald Acuña Jr. for showboating at Citizens Bank Park, while also sharing stories from Hugh’s recent vacation. (00:01:51) Banter and Hugh's Return (00:05:11) Series Split with Braves (00:08:55) Division vs Playoff Outlook (00:13:43) Acuña Jr. Villain Role (00:18:10) Retaliation and Plunking Debate (00:26:06) Luzardo as Game 1 Starter (00:35:22) Lineup and Bullpen Strategy (00:43:32) Hugh’s Yellowstone Vacation Stories

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