
Phillies Extra is your deep dive into all things Phillies on The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Gameday Central. Hosted by Inquirer Phillies reporter Scott Lauber, each episode brings you insider analysis, exclusive interviews with players and experts, and more to cover the hottest topics with the Phillies and across Major League Baseball. Don’t miss it — the conversation starts here!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 48 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BaseballSports | |||

As the Phillies continue to seek more production out of the cleanup spot, Rhys Hoskins is coming back to town this weekend with the Cleveland Guardians. Hoskins sat down with "Phillies Extra," The Inquirer's baseball podcast, to discuss his role with... more
There’s never not a good reason to talk baseball with Terry Francona. But with his current team (the Reds) coming to town Monday, and because two of his former clubs (the Red Sox and Phillies) recently fired their managers, there's no better time to ... more
Despite playing only two seasons for the Phillies, Aaron Rowand left his mark. Literally. Twenty years ago Monday, Rowand smashed into the center-field fence and broke bones in his face to make a catch. And if that didn’t instantly boost his populari... more
Hunter Pence's 368-day stint with the Phillies was a study in extremes. Acquired at the trade deadline in 2011 as the missing right-handed bat for a World Series contender, he got dealt a year later by an underachieving team. And with the Phillies in... more
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Great conversation with Brad Lidge. He was appropriately on the mound for the last pitch of 2008, tip of the cap Brad. I especially enjoyed hearing about his archeology career. Thanks Scott for the great job you do fleshing out the people you talk to. It’s nice to gain an extra dimension on those in the sport. High Hopes for our Phillies!
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This program tends to feature close-to-the-action discussions with current and former Phillies players, coaches, and industry insiders, plus deep dives into team strategy, prospect development, and MLB-wide issues. Episodes frequently blend personal anecdotes with technical insight—from base running and scouting to pitching workloads and contract dynamics—making it valuable for listeners who want both behind-the-scenes context and high-level analysis. A standout pattern is the mix of veteran leadership, rising stars, and decision-makers who shape the organization, often tied to season prep, major trades, or public-facing initiatives. Potential sponsors or guests can expect a show that appeals to baseball-focused professionals and engaged fa... more
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Recent guests on Phillies Extra include:
1. Hunter Pence
2. Paco Figueroa
3. Gage Wood
4. Scott Boras
5. Brian Barber
6. Aaron Nola
7. Carl Crawford
8. Garrett Stubbs
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