# The Phillies need a starting pitcher before Aug. 3 trade deadline

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Podcast: [The Phillies Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-phillies-show-6854345)
Published: 2026-07-01T11:38:37+00:00
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The Phillies have two of the best pitchers in baseball in Cristopher Sánchez and Zack Wheeler. Jesus Luzardo has All-Star potential too. But the Phillies have growing concerns with Aaron Nola and their No. 5 starter. Should the Phillies prioritize a starting pitcher over a right-handed bat or late-inning reliever before the Aug. 3 trade deadline? Ruben mentions an outside-the-box trade candidate for the Phillies: old friend Ranger Suarez! Trea Turner and Justin Crawford are swinging the bat better. We discuss their progress. Jim also discusses an interesting story he wrote on Wheeler, who is keeping the door open for pitching beyond his contract in 2027. This episode of The Phillies Show is powered by Monster Energy. Stop By Your Local Retailer To Pick Up A Monster Energy Drink Today. 🔔 Go to Quince.com/foul for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Love the show? Get  Phillies Show merchandise at ThePhilliesShowShop.com ! @The Phillies Show Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow us on social media! @Foul Territory We’re part of the Foul Territory Network. Follow FT and find more shows, including Fair Territory! If you like The Phillies Show, subscribe and give us a five-star review!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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