Adam Haseley is out for four weeks due to a groin strain, leaving Roman Quinn, Odubel Herrera, Scott Kingery and Mickey Moniak to compete for the CF job. Who's leading the race?

The state of the Phillies' center-field competition

The Phillies have plenty on their plate before the regular season starts. Filling out their bullpen and dealing with injuries remain on the priority list. The center-field competition is still brewing and wide open. Scott  Lauber, Matt Breen and Bob Brookover break down the latest.

As opening day nears, the Phillies' center-field competition heats up

The ball is in the Phillies court. What will they do with it? With Manny Machado headed to the Padres, the writers discuss how it's Bryce Harper or bust and make predictions on if they think the superstar will choose to play in Philadelphia.

How Manny Machado's decision affects the Phillies' pursuit of Bryce Harper

What does Bryce Harper want? It's hard to answer that, but it might determine if he chooses to sign with Philadelphia or takes a short-term deal with a team like the Dodgers. Matt Breen, Bob Brookover and Scott Lauber discuss worst-case scenarios, Harper fatigue and how free agency affects other players, and also offer up gut predictions on if the outfielder will pick the Phillies.

What Bryce Harper's meeting with the Dodgers means for the Phillies

Matt Breen and Scott Lauber talk about the evolution of defensive shifts, and how Bryce Harper will try to combat what he sees this season. Plus, they discuss Harper's defense, and his claim that playing in center field last year made him struggle. Lastly, Breen and Lauber answer your questions about the starting rotation, talk adding Dallas Keuchel and wonder how many wins it will take for the Phillies to make the playoffs.

Phillies mailbag, Bryce Harper on defense and how many wins to make the playoffs?

Discussing Mike Trout's record-breaking contract, how much of a chance the Phillies might have had to land him and the reality that large contracts like Trout and Bryce Harper's won't discourage teams from chasing the stars. Plus: A behind-the-scenes explanation of the Phillies clubhouse, and if it's possible the team was playing Fortnite and Gabe Kapler didn't know about it. Lastly: What is up with the Mets?

Mike Trout's extension, Fortnite in the clubhouse and NL East predictions

"There's no break in this lineup." Talking the power from 1 through 9, the players who survived the rebuild and showed up in big ways against the Braves, the fanfare surrounding Bryce Harper's debut and the trust Aaron Nola and Gabe Kapler have between each other. Plus, looking ahead to the rest of the series.

Opening day breakdown: Lineup shows its potential, Bryce Harper’s debut, Aaron Nola’s growth

Bryce Harper said he expects to get booed at every visiting ballpark. But what happens when it's the city where he spent seven years and made the playoffs four times? We explore what might happen in D.C. on Tuesday, and talk about the Phillies' historic start (really) and what kind of tone the team set against Atlanta.

Bryce Harper's Phillies' career is off to a hot start. How will he be received in D.C.?

Is it time to be worried about Aaron Nola? Matt Breen, Bob Brookover and Scott Lauber offer up their opinions. Plus, the Phillies would be 9-1 if not for the bullpen's struggles. Would paying Craig Kimbrel be worth it? And more on Scott Kingery's at-bats and Maikel Franco's position in the lineup.

Phillies bullpen issues, Cesar Hernandez vs. Scott Kingery, should the team pay Craig Kimbrel?

The Inquirer's Matt Breen, Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover discuss the Phillies' classic postseason game against the Astros.

Greatest game in Phillies history? Game 5 of the 1980 NLCS

Opening day is postponed, but we’re still rolling. Join us for the ride every Thursday on the Extra Innings podcast, featuring Matt Breen, Bob Brookover and Scott Lauber. This week, we look back at Game 4 of the 2008 NLCS.

Best moments, players and plays from Game 4 of 2008 NLCS

On this week's episode of the Extra Innings podcast, Matt Breen, Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover discuss one of the most crushing losses in Phillies history.

Phillies Rewind: Revisiting Black Friday in 1977

The Inquirer's Matt Breen, Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover are joined by special guest Todd Zolecki of MLB.com to discuss Roy Halladay, the Phillies' last postseason game and more.

Phillies rewind: Game 5 vs. Cardinals in 2011 NLDS

Where does MLB stand in its decision-making process to start the 2020 season? The Inquirer's Matt Breen, Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover provide reasons for optimism as time winds down for Rob Manfred to make a final call.

Can MLB salvage the 2020 season?

Major League Baseball and the Players Association opened negotiations about resuming the 2020 season on Tuesday. The Inquirer's Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover examine the proposal's key points.

Dissecting MLB’s proposal for July start to 2020 season

The Inquirer's Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover break down MLB's 67-page health/safety manual protocol proposal, which raises plenty of questions about how the league can resume the 2020 season.

MLB's safety protocol proposal outlines the obstacles ahead

The owners aren't opening their checkbooks. The players won't take any more pay cuts. Where does that leave us? Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover review MLB's financial proposal to save the 2020 season.

MLB, MLBPA continue standoff over player compensation

The Phillies drafted a pitcher in the first round for the first time since selecting Aaron Nola. The Inquirer's Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover break down their first impressions of the high school right-hander.

Phillies select RHP Mick Abel with 15th pick in 2020 MLB draft

MLB and the MLB Players Union still haven't reached an agreement to start the 2020 season. Scott Lauber and Bob Brookover follow the twists and turns of the ongoing negotiations and debate whether or not the season will be canceled.

MLB, Players Union remain at odds; Will the Phillies have a season in 2020?

As MLB approaches Part 2 of spring training, the Inquirer's Scott Lauber and Matt Breen dive into the Phillies' expectations and outlook for the 2020 season. 

The biggest opponent on the schedule? The coronavirus.

Baseball is back: What it means for the Phillies and MLB

The Inquirer’s Scott Lauber and Matt Breen examine how the 2020 MLB season will look a lot different from seasons past ahead of Friday’s opener against the Marlins and preview what to expect from the Phillies over the course of the 60-game regular season.

Opening Day in mid-July? MLB, Phillies geared up for return to play

The Marlins' COVID-19 outbreak threw a wrench into the Phillies' season, forcing games to be postponed through the end of the week. The Inquirer's Scott Lauber, Matt Breen and Bob Brookover attempt to pick up where the team left off to start a much-needed new week.

Playing catch-up with the Phillies after a whirlwind first week

The playoffs unofficially start Friday night for the Phillies, who take on the Rays in a pivotal matchup with postseason implications.

The Inquirer's Scott Lauber, Matt Breen and Bob Brookover examine the crucial weekend series, break down the scenarios to making the playoffs and predict whether the Phillies will advance.

What needs to happen for the Phillies to make the expanded playoffs?

Matt Klentak has stepped down as the Phillies GM. We’ve heard from Phillies owner John Middleton, but we’re awaiting word from team president Andy MacPhail and interim GM Ned Rice. Scott Lauber, Matt Breen and Bob Brookover decipher Middleton’s news conference and forecast what’s to come this offseason (and beyond).

What does Matt Klentak stepping down as GM mean for the Phillies future?

From Blake Snell’s early hook to Justin Turner’s postgame celebration after testing positive for COVID-19, the Extra Innings crew wraps up the season that was in MLB and sets the table for the Phillies' offseason.

Phillies set to embark upon an unprecedented offseason

After a slow start to the offseason, the Phillies have gotten down to business. JT Realmuto re-signed, Didi Gregorius has a new two-year deal, and Matt Moore signed a one-year contract – all in the last week. Will the organization's recent moves translate into a playoff berth?

Have the Phillies done enough in the offseason to make the postseason?

As the Phillies open spring training this week, the Extra Innings crew is here to break down the biggest developments to follow in camp: J.T. Realmuto, relief pitching, and COVID-19.

Discussing top storylines in Phillies spring training

Spencer Howard shed some light on his injury-related struggles last season. What went wrong? Scott Lauber, Matt Breen and Bob Brookover break it down, among other storylines emerging from Phillies spring training.

Inside Spencer Howard's struggles in 2020

Matt Moore, Chase Anderson, Vince Velasquez and Spencer Howard are competing for the final two spots in the starting rotation. 

Scott Lauber, Matt Breen and Bob Brookover preview the competition brewing in spring training and discuss the return of fans for the 2021 MLB season.

Sorting out the Phillies rotation after one week of spring training games

The Philadelphia Inquirer's Matt Breen, Bob Brookover and Scott Lauber take you inside the Phillies.

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