Episode
Should Phillies aim to win NL East or NL Wildcard?
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- Jul 1, 2026
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- 1390
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Summary
Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas analyze the Phillies' surge toward the top of the NL East after a dominant victory over the Pirates. They debate whether winning the division is crucial for securing a first-round bye or if recent history favors a Wild Card run. The conversation also explores potential postseason brackets and the strategic goal of avoiding the Los Angeles Dodgers in a short series. 01:00 - Phillies Shutout Pirates 02:08 - Kelce Fundraising Success 02:44 - Chasing the Braves 04:17 - Playoff Seeding Strategy 14:26 - All-Star Game Voting