Phillies Rumors: Trades, Free Agency and Kyle Schwarber a Pirate?

On Episode 1032 of Hittin' Season, The Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, Editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal discuss the trades involving Taylor Ward, Marcus Semien and Brandon Nimmo and how they affect the Phillies, the chances Kyle Schwarber signs with the Pirates or Reds, three non-tendered players of potential interest, and an interview with MLB.com's Todd Zolecki on the 20th anniversary of the trade that sent Jim Thome away from the Phillies to make room for Ryan Howard. Powered by WHYY!

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Overview of the Episode
01:00 - Phillies Hot Stove: Trades and Rumors
06:43 - Analyzing Recent Trades: Mets and Orioles
14:14 - Potential Trade Targets and Future Prospects
21:19 - Bounce Back Candidates and Team Strategy
21:30 - Bounce Back vs. Catapult Candidates
22:18 - Platoon Players and Outfield Upgrades
23:21 - Trade Impacts on the Phillies' Outfield
24:21 - Kyle Schwarber's Future: Pirates or Reds?
26:35 - Schwarber's Decision: Money vs. Winning
30:03 - Labor Deal and Small Market Teams
31:57 - Non-Tender Candidates: Christopher Morel
35:14 - Adolis Garcia: A Risky Investment?
38:45 - JJ Bleday: A Potential Fit?
41:48 - Interview with Todd Zolecki on Jim Thome
43:02 - Gratitude and Final Thoughts

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