# Should the Phillies Trade for $19 Million Reliever Josh Hader?

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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: 2026-07-08T18:20:02+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1206

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Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas analyze a potential trade for Josh Hader and how his contract would fit into the Phillies' bullpen budget. They also discuss Zack Wheeler being snubbed for the All-Star Game in favor of Justin Verlander and debate Bryce Harper's personality and stats. 01:00 - Josh Hader Trade Discussion 08:05 - LeBron Sixers Rumors 10:04 - Bryce Harper All-Star Debate 14:29 - Zack Wheeler Snub Reactions 21:48 - WIP Afternoon Show Transition

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