Listen "DEVELOPING: Philadelphia Phillies PURSUE Japanese Slugger Munetaka Murakami; Is Alec Bohm's Time Up?"
Episode Synopsis
The Philadelphia Phillies explore Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami as Alec Bohm trade rumors intensify. Could this signal a major roster shakeup at third base?Connor Thomas breaks down the Phillies' growing interest in the Japanese market and what it means for Bohm's future in Philadelphia. The discussion examines whether Kyle Schwarber or Cristopher Sanchez is more likely to replicate their outstanding 2024 performances, with Sanchez emerging as the team's most exciting long-term asset. Key topics include Alex Bregman as a potential third base upgrade, the implications of Ranger Suarez and Schwarber declining their qualifying offers, and why the Phillies need change for change's sake after another disappointing playoff exit.The analysis covers Sanchez's velocity gains and elite changeup, Schwarber's record-breaking lefty-on-lefty power, and how qualifying offers around baseball impact the free agent market.Tune in for insider perspectives on the Phillies' offseason strategy and potential blockbuster trades that could reshape the roster. 0:00 Intro0:31 Phillies linked to Japanese slugger Murakami2:33 What Murakami interest means for Phillies4:34 Report signals potential Alec Bohm trade7:07 Alex Bregman emerges as realistic target10:41 Schwarber and Sanchez's stellar 2025 seasons13:14 Cristopher Sanchez's breakout year breakdown16:17 Who's more likely to repeat success21:23 Did Phillies waste career years from stars22:24 Schwarber and Suarez decline qualifying offers26:28 Breaking down who accepted qualifying offers29:00 Free agency market heating up Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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