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The Philadelphia Phillies eye Pete Alonso as a potential game-changer. Could the New York Mets slugger be the missing piece in the Philadelphia Phillies' lineup?

Host Connor Thomas breaks down Alonso's fit with the Philadelphia Phillies, analyzing his right-handed power potential and positional challenges. The discussion covers breakout candidates for 2026, including Otto Kemp and Johan Rojas, while drawing intriguing parallels between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Philadelphia 76ers' recent success with younger talent. Thomas explores the complexities of roster construction, balancing veteran contracts with developing prospects like Justin Crawford and Andrew Painter.

Tune in to discover if Pete Alonso could realistically don the Philadelphia Phillies pinstripes and reshape the team's future.

0:00 Intro: Pete Alonso to the Phillies?

5:06 Alonso's fit and potential contract with Phillies

10:12 Comparing Phillies spending to Dodgers

15:51 Otto Kemp as breakout candidate for 2026

19:57 Johan Rojas: Forgotten outfield option?

24:33 Lessons Phillies could learn from 76ers

29:40 Outro: Preview of next episode

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