Episodes

  • Ep. 96 - The Power of Pitching
    Jun 5 2026

    On episode 96, I recap Cristopher Sánchez's run at one of best stretches of pitching in MLB history, how the Phillies have been succeeding in spite of a bottom dwelling offense since Mattingly took over, Jhoan Duran's excellence, Bryce Harpers stubbornness, Aaron Nola's recent bounceback, and Andrew Painter's reliance on JT Realmuto. Follow the show on X @PhilliesFocus

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    32 mins
  • Ep. 95 - The Ascension of Cristopher Sánchez
    May 29 2026

    On episode 95 of the Phillies Focus Pod, it's all about Cristopher Sánchez making history! I break-down his record setting month of May from every angle: from chasing down Orel Hershiser to passing legend Cliff Lee. I also talk about how the Phillies need to make a serious run at trading for the AL's best lefty Tarik Skubal. I also talk about some notes on Aaron Nola, Jhoan Duran & Orion Kerkering. Follow the show on X @PhilliesFocus

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    31 mins
  • Ep. 94 - .500 & Beyond
    May 22 2026

    On episode 94, I go over the Phillies starting pitching differences from '25 to '26, the NL CY Young race & Cristopher Sánchez's insane run in May, the balanced offense of late, and the very concerning struggles of both Aaron Nola & Adolis García. Follow the show on x @PhilliesFocus

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    31 mins
  • Ep. 93 - May Flowers?
    May 12 2026

    On this new episode I discuss the 180 turn-around of this offense and starting pitching - including looks at Alec Bohm, Bryson Stott, Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper & Cristopher Sanchez. I also talk about Andrew Painter's big fastball concerns. Follow the show on X @PhilliesFocus

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    29 mins
  • Ep. 92 - April Showers Bring...
    May 2 2026

    On Episode 92 I try to figure out just what in the world happened in the month of April while trying to add some clarity to the mind numbingly bad start to the season. Follow the show on X @PhilliesFocus

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    31 mins
  • Ep. 91 - Horendous Start to the Season
    Apr 20 2026

    On episode 91, Lukas breaks down the unfathomably bad start to this Phillies season; from Batting, to Pitching, Base-Running & Defense - the current pace is inexplicable, and I break down every aspect in this episode. Also: thoughts on Cristopher Sánchez & Zack Wheeler, and the importance of the "fringes". Follow the show on X @PhilliesFocus

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    32 mins
  • Ep. 90 - Future Phillies Focus Pt. 5
    Apr 15 2026

    On the latest edition of "Future Phillies Focus" - I break down rising prospects Dante Nori & Felix Reyes. Follow the show on X @PhilliesFocus

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    24 mins
  • Ep. 89 - Dog Days of April
    Apr 12 2026

    On episode 89, Lukas talks about "the chameleon effect" - a psychological mirroring of behaviors within a group setting and how it relates to the Phillies habits of getting into such prolonged struggles as an offense, Andrew Painter's great 3rd showing of his young career, Bryce Harper's patience paying off at the plate, Justin Crawford looking like a really solid major-leaguer, and Bullpen notes on José Alvarado, Orion Kerkering & Tim Mayza. Follow the show on X @PhilliesFocus

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    31 mins