The Phillies barely survived a brutal weekend at home against the Blue Jays, but there are plenty of reasons for concern.

Josh Liddick and Austin Myers break down the Phillies’ frustrating series, from missed opportunities with runners in scoring position and an overworked bullpen to some questionable decisions from Don Mattingly. With the Wild Card race tightening, the Phillies are officially in a fight just to make the postseason.

The guys also discuss Chase Utley’s emotional Wall of Fame induction and the growing pressure on the current Phillies core to deliver the franchise’s first championship in 18 years. Plus, Bryson Stott is emerging as one of the team’s most important players, Jesús Luzardo continues to dominate, Aaron Nola reaches 2,000 career strikeouts, and the bullpen situation gets even more concerning.

Can the Phillies turn things around before it’s too late? Josh and Austin break it all down ahead of a massive series against the Cardinals and Thursday’s Field of Dreams matchup with the Twins.

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Episode timestamps:

00:00 — Phillies Survive a Brutal Weekend

03:20 — Are the Phillies Actually in Trouble?

10:10 — Don Mattingly Under the Microscope

18:40 — Bryson Stott Is Breaking Out

26:45 — Jesús Luzardo Is Pitching Like an Ace

30:00 — The Bullpen Is Running on Empty

34:10 — When Will We See Alex McFarlane?

37:10 — Aaron Nola Hits 2,000 Strikeouts

41:00 — Chase Utley’s Wall of Fame Legacy

43:55 — What’s Next for the Phillies?

45:00 — Can the Offense Finally Wake Up?