# Matt Klentak on bringing Cristopher Sanchez and Zack Wheeler to the Phillies

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Podcast: [Takeoff with John Clark: Philly Sports Interviews](https://stenobird.com/podcast/takeoff-with-john-clark-philly-sports-interviews-3632549)
Published: 2026-05-29T19:19:43+00:00
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Join John Clark on Takeoff as he sits down with former Philadelphia Phillies General Manager Matt Klentak. They discuss the incredible rise of Cristopher Sanchez into a Cy Young candidate and how the Phillies acquired him from the Rays. Matt also dives deep into the behind-the-scenes negotiations of signing superstars Bryce Harper and Zack Wheeler. Plus, he looks back on drafting Mickey Moniak and the pressure of being a number 1 overall pick.

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