Phillies insider gives key advice to skipper about Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper's usage in postseason

The Phillies clinched the National League East title for the second year in a row after a consistent display of dominance and of course, the Mets fumbling down the stretch. Philadelphia has now locked in a postseason spot and are currently projected to be seeded directly to the National League Division Series.

With the playoffs fast approaching, Phillies fans and insiders are eagerly awaiting how the team performs and if they can finally win it all this time. It can be recalled that just three years ago, they reached the World Series but ultimately fell to the Astros. One such analyst is The Phillies Show co-host Jim Salisbury. On the most recent episode of the podcast, Salisbury shared his thoughts about the utilization of a 1-2 punch spearheaded by sluggers Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper.

"I don't think it's Rob [Schneider's] personality to make a drastic change with Schwarber and Harper. I think they're going to be kind of where they've prospered this season. Especially Schwarber hitting in front of Harper, it's been a big boon for him," said Salisbury. (25:38-25:54)

The analyst further elaborated how team skipper Rob Schneider could further make favorable conditions for star Bryce Harper and the rest of the lineup with MVP candidate Kyle Schwarber as the anchor.

"[Schneider] has to figure out a way to make sure Harper gets some pitcher in October. [Alec] Bohm and [Harrison] Bader, one of them [will play] an important role." (25:55-26:05)

Phillies drop to Marlins in nail-biting contest

With just a handful of games left in the 2025 season, the Phillies recently dropped a close contest against the Marlins at home. Miami came away with a 6-5 victory in the opening of three-game set in what is the penultimate series of the regular season for the two squads.

After a clean seven-inning outing from starter Cristopher Sanchez, the Phillies' bullpen slowly unraveled in the dying stages of the game. Sanchez surrendered just three-hits and one walk with six punch outs in what was a gem of an appearance. At the time of his departure, the Phils were leading 3-0. However, David Robertson, Jhoan Duran, Orion Kekering, and Lou Trivino eached gave up runs as the Marlins came back in the contest.

With the scores tied 5-5 in the 11th inning, Xavier Edwards drove home the go-ahead Marlin run through a sacrifice fly to claim the close fight against the NL East powerhouse.

Edited by Daniel Santiago