Are the Phillies really considering signing Bo Bichette to a free agent contract? And can new bench coach Don Mattingly help bring him to Philly? Probably not, but John Stolnis wild vs avalanche of The Good Phight, Baseball Prospectus' Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher of tashkent SABR's Baseball Research Journal discuss all that on Episode 1039 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, plus J.T. Realmuto's continued absence, Japanese players going elsewhere, and the slew of free agents that remain on the market!
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction and Technical Issues
02:44 - Offseason Vibes and Team Updates
05:54 - Don Mattingly Joins the Phillies
08:49 - The Role of a Bench Coach
12:03 - Impact of Mattingly on Player Development
14:44 - Rumors Surrounding Bo Bichette
17:48 - Phillies and the Luxury Tax
20:51 - The Future of the Phillies' Roster
23:39 - Prediction: Will Bichette Sign with the Phillies?
31:11 - The Current State of the Phillies' Management
36:07 - Free Agency and Player Acquisitions
41:22 - Missed Opportunities in the Japanese Market
48:28 - Vibe Check: Current Feelings About the Phillies
59:44 - Final Thoughts adam levine on the Offseason
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