Episode Details

Caleb Cotham’s brilliance as Philadelphia Phillies pitching coach takes center stage—are fans underestimating his impact on MLB’s best rotation? Connor Thomas highlights eye-popping stats, including the Phillies’ league-leading FWAR since 2021, and reveals how Cotham has helped transform unlikely arms like Spencer Turnbull and Michael Lorenzen into top performers. The episode digs into Cotham’s under-the-radar influence versus more talked-about staff, exploring why he might be the franchise’s most vital coach.

Rounding out the show, Connor Thomas shares the latest Phillies 2024 Opening Day roster projection, noting steady position battles and bullpen standouts like Kyle Backhus and Zach McCambley. Plus: Bryce Harper faces criticism after a slow World Baseball Classic start—should Phillies fans worry, or is panic premature? Get analysis on roster decisions, World Baseball Classic takeaways, and why Phillies pitching looks primed for another dominant season.

00:00 – Caleb Cotham’s Impact on Phillies Pitching
(Highlighting pitching coach Caleb Cotham’s undervalued role, statistics since 2021, and the staff’s elevated performance under his guidance.)

13:42 – Phillies Roster Projection 2.0
(Reviewing version 2.0 of Connor Thomas’s Opening Day roster projection, discussing who’s locked in, possible surprises, and spring training performances.)

23:37 – Bryce Harper’s World Baseball Classic Struggles
(Connor Thomas’s reaction to fan overreaction about Bryce Harper’s slow start for Team USA and why it shouldn’t impact Phillies expectations.)

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