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Hittin’ Season #231: The Phillies block the Braves from hiring Chris Young

Related Topics: Montemurro, Rick Kranitz, Season

On Episode 231 of “Hittin’ Season,” host John Stolnis is joined by The Athletic’s Meghan Montemurro to talk about the Phillies surprise announcement naming Chris Young as pitching coach, replacing Rick Kranitz.

Other topics include:

  • Why did the Phillies decide to make this move now?
  • What does this mean for Rick Kranitz?
  • The Phillies pitching staff was much improved last year.
  • Is a Nola contract extension coming?
  • Will the Phillies pursue another starting pitcher in free agency or the trade market?
  • Phils release Justin Bour — what does this mean for the 40-man roster ahead of the Rule 5 draft?