Nats Better, Rocky Mountain High

Up to Speed

Brent and Jim return for new episode. They acknowledge the sudden passing of Brent's father. He was one of the earliest, most loyal listeners of the podcast. Brent and Jim summarize where the team stands today. They discuss the dominance of the top of the rotation, and the continued inconsistency of the offense.  Episode Credits: Music: Opening Theme: Rebel by LNDO Closing music: The First Scene by Aiden Hatfield Artwork: Jim Russo and Sweeetdreamss Producers: Brent Tracy and Jim Russo Editor: Brent Tracy

Winning Ways

With Jim unable to be here this week, Brent has another member his family along to co-host- his son, Calder! Brent and Calder discuss the Phillies' current hot streak, including the sweep of the Pirates over the weekend. They talk about Justin Crawford's impressive rookie season, Bryce Harper's hot hitting, the stellar pitching of Sanchez and Wheeler, as well as a myriad of other things.  Episode Credits: Music: Opening Theme: Rebel by LNDO Closing music: The First Scene by Aiden Hatfield Artwork: Jim Russo and Sweeetdreamss Producers: Brent Tracy and Jim Russo Editor: Brent Tracy

As It Should Be

Jim is back! Brent and Jim discuss the continued positive play from the Phillies, particularly the offense and the starting pitching. They highlight Brandon Marsh, Bryce Harper, and Cristopher Sanchez. They also discuss the need for the bullpen to be more consistent as we move forward in the season.  Episode Credits: Music: Opening Theme: Rebel by LNDO Closing music: The First Scene by Aiden Hatfield Artwork: Jim Russo and Sweeetdreamss Producers: Brent Tracy and Jim Russo Editor: Brent Tracy

Under New Management

With Jim unavailable this week, Brent is joined by his wife, Brighid. They discuss the managerial change, with Thomson being let go and Mattingly being handed the reins. They talk about some of the players who are performing well, some injuries the team is dealing with, and much more. Episode Credits: Music: Opening Theme: Rebel by LNDO Closing music: The First Scene by Aiden Hatfield Artwork: Jim Russo and Sweeetdreamss Producers: Brent Tracy and Jim Russo Editor: Brent Tracy

Downward Spiral

Brent and Jim are back this week to talk about the Phillies' mostly awful run of games over the course of the last two weeks. They talk about what specifically needs to change in order for the team to turn things around, including how long Rob Thomson has before he is out as manager if the team doesn't matter to turn the tide soon.  Episode Credits: Music: Opening Theme: Rebel by LNDO Closing music: The First Scene by Aiden Hatfield Artwork: Jim Russo and Sweeetdreamss Producers: Brent Tracy and Jim Russo Editor: Brent Tracy