# Hugh & Joe Debate: Is Kyle Schwarber the Best Phillies Slugger Ever?

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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: 2026-05-13T17:42:55+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1460

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Hugh Douglas and Joe Gill clash over whether Kyle Schwarber’s statistical dominance makes him a better home run hitter than Phillies legend Ryan Howard. They transition into a broader discussion on sports fandom versus objectivity before analyzing recent Flyers exit interviews and the impact of the Eagles' roster. 01:25 - Philly Sports Leadership 04:48 - Schwarber vs Howard Sluggers 07:39 - Fandom vs Statistical Logic 17:30 - Evaluating Eagles Core Roster 20:00 - Flyers Player Exit Audio

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