The Ringer's Philly Special

Training for the reigning Super Bowl champs is underway this week, which means Sheil and EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer have a few takeaways to discuss from it. What has been the biggest surprise so far at camp (03:28)? Eagles 2022 first-round pick Jordan Davis has arrived at camp looking significantly slimmer. Will this help him ultimately see more time on the field (11:21)? Find out why EJ’s mentions blew up after discussing one player's performance during drills (20:28). Which player is getting a ton of buzz in the early portion of camp (43:12)? Plus, the long-awaited mailbag is back! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: EJ Smith Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Anthony Dabbundo are back and talking all things Phillies with a Nelly concert sprinkled in between. Is it time to officially be concerned about Jesus Luzardo (02:24)? Just how historic has the starting rotation been (10:10)? Trea Turner’s numbers and production are up this season, but power numbers have dipped. Should he approach the plate like he does now or should he swing for the fences (28:45)? What are the realistic trade options for the Phils as the trade deadline approaches (42:30)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia and Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is finally back from his sabbatical and ready to talk some football. He’s joined by EJ Smith of the Philadelphia Inquirer just days ahead of camp to discuss some storylines. What’s the overall feeling going into this training camp as Super Bowl champs (04:47)? There are some questions at safety with the departure of Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. Who will land the starting role next to Reed Blankenship (27:41)? What percentage chance does Kelee Ringo have to land the starting corner position opposite of Quinyon Mitchell (47:50)? Who are the three most important players on defense (52:11)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: EJ Smith Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Solak from ESPN and Brandon Lee Gowton from Bleeding Green Nation are back with their annual Jersey Number Analytics pod. Yep, the one where they break down why a player's jersey number could totally impact how well they play. This is not a drill, folks! Drop a comment with the player you think is gonna have a big season just because of their number. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Ben Solak and Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zack Wheeler is on a historic run in a Phillies uniform, but just how dominant has he been? Cliff is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to discuss Wheeler and the rest of the pitching staff (03:46). Which pitcher should the Phillies be more cautious with following the All-Star break? Should they consider bringing up a prospect from the minors sooner rather than later? Devon Givens joins the pod to break down No. 3 overall pick VJ Edgecombe’s Summer League debut (53:42). What was the most impressive part of his game, and where could VJ still improve? Plus, Philly is getting a WNBA team! What should the name be? Drop a comment below with your suggestions. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Cliff Augustin (@daboulcliff) and Anthony Dabbundo (@anthonydabbundo) Guest: Devon Givens (@_devongivens) Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ranger Suárez had yet another stellar outing Sunday against the division rival Braves and came out victorious this time! Cliff is joined by Anthony Dabbundo aka Tony Bunz to discuss Ranger’s performance along with the rest of the starting rotation. The bats were silent during the Phillies road trip. Is that due to the pitching they faced, or the guys in the lineup not being able to produce? Is it time for Justin Crawford to get the call up? What should the Phillies do at the deadline? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Cliff Augustin (@daboulcliff) and Anthony Dabbundo (@AnthonyDabbundo) Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN anchor and the pride of Temple University Kevin Negandhi joined Cliff to discuss the Sixers' 2025 NBA draft picks, V.J. Edgecombe (no. 3) and Johni Broome (no. 35), and what their impact could be for the Sixers in the immediate and future timelines. Did the Sixers make the right decision by taking V.J. over Ace Bailey (10:18)? What’s the overall future of the Sixers and Joel Embiid (21:48)? The Phillies scored a whopping one run in the series against the Astros, while the pitchers were stellar. What is wrong with the Phillies, and what do they need to do at the deadline (35:57)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Cliff Augustin (@daboulcliff) Guest: Kevin Negandhi (@KevinNegandhi) Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA draft is under a week away and the Sixers have a major decision to make. Cliff is joined by ESPN’s Bobby Marks to discuss what the Sixers should do with the no. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft and in the offseason. Top prospect Ace Bailey hasn’t done any meetings with any teams in this draft. Why is that and what is his camp's strategy (3:36)? What should the Sixers do with Joel Embiid, as his extension is set to kick in this season (18:17)? Can the Sixers retain Guerschon Yabusele and Quentin Grimes without going over the second apron (27:57)? Plus, Bobby shares fun draft night stories and tells us what he would do with the no. 3 pick. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/ The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Cliff Augustin (@daboulcliff) Guest: Bobby Marks (@BobbyMarks42) Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies suspended OF Nick Castellanos on Tuesday following an exchange of words with manager Rob Thomson after he was pulled late in the game Monday for a defensive substitution. Cliff is joined by Lochlahn March of The Philadelphia Inquirer to discuss what happened with Casty and Thomson, and if their issues have been resolved (1:08). ESPN’s Field Yates then joins the pod to discuss the Eagles offseason, including where first-round pick Jihaad Campbell best fits and what to expect from the Super Bowl champs going into next season (19:15). Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/ The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Cliff Augustin (@daboulcliff) Guest: Field Yates (@FieldYates) and Lochlahn March (@Lochlahn) Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After losing 9 of their last 10, the Phillies returned to Citizens Bank Park and bounced back, winning 5 of 6. Cliff is joined by Anthony Dabbundo — aka Tony Bunz — who makes his triumphant return to break down the stark contrast between the team’s spiral and resurgence. What are the biggest concerns so far this season? What should the Phillies do about the leadoff spot? What’s sparked Alec Bohm’s recent uptick after a slow start? Is there anyone in the farm system who could help in the outfield? And if not, what’s the best path to adding another bat and a reliable reliever? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/ Follow us on all platforms: @anthonydabbundo @daboulcliff The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Anthony Dabbundo and Clifford Augustin Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices