Mike Missanelli - 97.5 The Fanatic

(0:00-11:25) Eagles Optimism from Ricky, Sylvana and Austin.   (11:30-20:55) Former #Giants CB Adoree' Jackson is signing with the #Eagles      (21:05 -32:05) Jimmy Rollins Wall of Fame. Ricky gives Nola his flowers.   (32:10-43:20) Back to the Twitter poll: “Now that Jimmy Rollins is going up on the Phillies Wall of Fame who will be next?” QUESTION OF THE DAY: “Have you accepted that Howie isn't going to be making any splash moves in free agency?”   Follow The Station x.com/975TheFanatic instagram.com/975thefanatic/ https://www.facebook.com/975thefanatic/ Follow The Show x.com/975BestShowEver https://x.com/TyJohnsonNews https://x.com/rickybottalico https://x.com/sylvanakell Support the Show 975thefanatic.com/shows/the-best-show-  

(0:00-11:30) Ricky talks Eagles “building blocks”; Howie building through the trenches. Do or die year for the Phillies.   (11:40-20:45) Fanatic Knockout challenge! Head to 97.5 The Fanatic Website to enter, use keyword “CAR.” Phillies Painter and Crawford on the come up. Excitement for the Eagles at a stalemate until the roster is set.   (20:50-31:10) Ricky and Sylvana discuss Paul George potentially getting procedures done for his knee and groin. The Sixers are a dumpster fire; Eagles trying to rebuild their defense. Do you put a timeline on the Sixers and Phillies to win a championship?   (31:20-40:10) Larry Bowa joins the show from Clearwater to discuss pitching depth and World Series aspirations and the Phillies pitching rotation.   Follow The Station x.com/975TheFanatic instagram.com/975thefanatic/ https://www.facebook.com/975thefanatic/ Follow The Show x.com/975BestShowEver https://x.com/TyJohnsonNews https://x.com/rickybottalico https://x.com/sylvanakell Sup

(0:00-7:35) Ricky and Sylvana discuss the holes the Eagles must fill with their departures in free agency; Joshua Uche signing.   (7:45-16:58) Ricky and Sylvana discussed Phillies and their pitching rotation, especially the Phillies starting pitchers. How good can the Phillies offense be this year? Can they be the ones to de-throne the Dodgers?   (17:02-27:15) What else can the Phillies add to bolster their roster? Ricky, Sylvana and Austin discuss what else the Eagles can add to make up for their losses in Williams, Sweat, Slay and Johnson; Eagles can use the draft to bolster their defensive depth. Darius Slay passing the torch to Reed Blankenship.   (27:20-35:30) Eagles pick up former Raiders and Browns TE Harrison Bryant. Sylvana believes this has a lot to do with the Eagles deciding on what to do with Dallas Goedert. Do you agree with the CJGJ trade?    Follow The Station x.com/975TheFanatic instagram.com/975thefanatic/ https://www.facebook.com/975thefanatic/ Follow The Show x.com

Howie Roseman in the Trenches (0:00-11:17) Phillies Hall of Fame and Kevin Todd joins to talk March Madness.   (11:30-19:50) Larry Bowa takeaways. Can Trea Turner bounce back this season?   (20:05-31:20) Barrett Brooks joins the Best Show Ever!   (31:30-39:40) Ricky is upset about the lack of Jimmy Rollins and Ryan Howard love.   Follow The Station x.com/975TheFanatic instagram.com/975thefanatic/ https://www.facebook.com/975thefanatic/ Follow The Show x.com/975BestShowEver https://x.com/TyJohnsonNews https://x.com/rickybottalico https://x.com/sylvanakell Support the Show 975thefanatic.com/shows/the-best-show-  

The Word of the Day is Conviction (0:00-10:45) The Eagles and Phillies have both been in a strong position to secure championships in their respective sports. The Eagles have achieved victory, while the Phillies are on the verge of success. Consequently, the question arises as to which team the fans have greater confidence in to continue winning. (10:45-19:07) Dallas Goedert has been the subject of trade speculation as the Eagles aim to reduce their salary cap. This presents a challenging dilemma, given the current lack of depth at the tight end position. Consequently, the Eagles may consider addressing this need in the upcoming draft. (19:07-30:45) John Tortorella has once again benched a player without providing any explanation to the media or fans. Both Tyrone and Ricky express a desire for him to disclose the reasoning behind his decision, as it would help the players understand how to respond appropriately, as well as assist the dedicated fans of the Flyers.  (30:45-43:45) As the program concludes,

The Word of the Day is Conviction (0:00-11:35) The Phillies made additions to their pitching staff, which initially dissatisfied many fans. The consensus among supporters was a desire for improvements to the lineup; however, Dombrowski had a different perspective. As he opted not to alter the lineup, it remains uncertain whether fans will fully back the Phillies. (11:35-19:07) As free agency progresses, we consider whether the Eagles can adequately address their vacant roster positions. While the offense retains considerable talent, the defense appears to be lagging at this moment. (19:07-32:24) Tim McManus of ESPN appears on the program to analyze the Eagles' offseason. He asserts that the Eagles are being prudent with their salary cap, anticipating upcoming contract obligations for several players. (32:24-39:49) The results of the Twitter poll indicate that 81% of participants favored the Eagles, while 19% supported the Phillies. Despite the Eagles having more weaknesses, public confidence in them surpasses

The Word of the Day is Conviction (0:00-13:17)  The Phillies are an impressive team capable of making a significant impact in this MLB postseason. This season, they are under considerable expectations from both fans and the media, who recognize their potential for victory. The question remains whether the core players can sustain the team's success. (13:17-21:05) The Phillies may experience setbacks and still perform adequately this season; however, the Eagles cannot afford any missteps due to the greater number of deficiencies in their roster. Significant effort will be required to address the gaps left by departing players. (21:05-32:40) Tyrone inquires of the younger generation about their tendency to proclaim knowledge on subjects they are unfamiliar with. This behavior has been observed for some time. In contrast, his generation would never acknowledge a lack of knowledge on a particular topic. (32:40-41:37) In this segment we see where the Twitter poll result lie and the question today is Both the

The Word of The Day is Balance Some Eagles fans are panicked about the slow start for the Eagles in the offseason. Some are thinking the Eagles can do no wrong and everything will work out no matter what. The Best Show Ever tries to find some balance, while pointing out that we should not panic, but also point out that there are real concerns and real holes the Eagles need to address this off-season, after they lost a lot of important pieces on the defense.

The Word of The Day is Balance Some Eagles fans are panicked about the slow start for the Eagles in the offseason. Some are thinking the Eagles can do no wrong and everything will work out no matter what. The Best Show Ever tries to find some balance, while pointing out that we should not panic, but also point out that there are real concerns and real holes the Eagles need to address this off-season, after they lost a lot of important pieces on the defense.

The Word of the Day is Repeat (0:00-12:16) The cornerback position is currently lacking depth during this phase of the offseason. The team is evaluating Keele Ringo's prospects for the upcoming season; however, it is unlikely that the position will be handed to him without competition. It is anticipated that the Eagles will seek to bolster this area by introducing additional competition. (12:16-20:43) Howie Roseman has transformed the Eagles into a sought-after destination for players. The organization commands respect and has established itself as one of the most successful teams of the decade. (20:43-32:47) Darius Slay has not finalized a contract with the Steelers, despite earlier reports suggesting otherwise. The Eagles would be open to re-signing Slay if the terms are favorable, as they cannot solely rely on Kelee Ringo to assume the starting position. (32:47-44:32) Kenny Pickett has been traded to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a fifth-round draft pick and quarterback Dorian Thompson Robinson. As

The Word of the Day is Repeat (0:00-12:00) Andrew DiCecco will be on the show for the last two hours to analyze the NFL Free Agency transactions. The Commanders have acquired left tackle Laremy Tunsil to safeguard Jayden Daniels' blind side. We will share our insights regarding the Commanders' recent activities. (12:00-20:20) The Eagles have remained relatively inactive this offseason while numerous players are beginning to change teams across the league. Andrew anticipates that the Eagles will engage more actively in the later stages of Free Agency. (20:20-29:25) Andrew acknowledges the reality that the Eagles will require time to identify suitable replacements. He suggests several players who could integrate into the Eagles organization and enhance competition. (29:25-40:33) The team suggests that placing unwavering trust in Howie Roseman may not be prudent. The Eagles face significant challenges ahead, which will require time to address. However, it is encouraging that Howie has established a franchise tha

The Word of the Day is Repeat (0:00-11:20) It is unwise to place complete faith in Howie Roseman this offseason regarding the replacement of departing players in Free Agency. While many believe that he can effectively draft suitable replacements, the team will require experienced veterans to secure another Super Bowl victory. Ricky suggests that the Eagles should acquire a new standout player to enhance the roster. (11:20-19:52) With the NFL cap increasing that means players are seeing a nice pay increase. With that in mind, we react to the money that Milton Williams received from the Patriots. In response to the contract, we wonder how much Jalen Carter will receive when the time comes. (19:52-31:03) Josh Sweat, the former defensive end for the Eagles, has joined the Arizona Cardinals, reuniting with John Gannon, who previously served as the Eagles' defensive coordinator. In light of Sweat's recent move, we offer our insights on this signing. (31:03-40:24) Tyrone believes that the depth chart should not over

The Word of the Day is Repeat (0:00-7:38) Howie Roseman must strategize to ensure a repeat as Super Bowl Champions. Consequently, he cannot solely rely on the upcoming draft to address the roster vacancies created by departing free agents. The performance of the incoming rookie class cannot be assumed to match that of previous years. (7:38-14:51) Milton Williams, a former defensive tackle for the Eagles, was initially reported to have signed with the Panthers; however, circumstances have led him to join the Patriots instead. Tyrone is perplexed by the Panthers' decision to allow Williams to depart, considering he is among the top free agents available this offseason.   (14:51-26:44) A text message suggests that the Eagles should consider signing Chase Young. Sylvana opposes this idea, arguing that it would not significantly impact the team, as Young has not been effective in recent years. Additionally, Darius Slay has signed with the Steelers, marking the end of his tenure with the Eagles.   (26:44-

The Word of the Day is Interesting (0:00-12:55) Will Trey Hendrickson be an Eagles? Does Trey Hendrickson becoming available make Myles Garrett worth more?   (13:05 -21:20) Question of the Day: We don't yet know what Howie Roseman will do when free agency starts Monday, but we know he will be creative. What position is most important for the Eagles to address?     (21:30-34:30) Tyrone and Ricky discuss the Flyers and expectations for the rest of the year.     (34:30-46:20) One final look at the Twitter poll for today: majority rules..the Phillies made the right move not signing Pete Alonso in the offseason. Tyrone teases NHL trade deadline.   Follow The Station x.com/975TheFanatic instagram.com/975thefanatic/ https://www.facebook.com/975thefanatic/ Follow The Show x.com/975BestShowEver https://x.com/TyJohnsonNews https://x.com/rickybottalico https://x.com/sylvanakell Support the Show 975thefanatic.com/shows/the-best-show-  

The Word of the Day is Interesting (0:00-12:55) Ricky and Tyrone think Trey Hendrickson to Philly is a match made in heaven. Kevin Todd joins the show.   (13:05 -22:10) Ricky and Tyrone agree on Hendrickson; he fits a lot of needs for the Eagles. Can Howie do what he does and fleece the Bengals for Hendrickson?   (22:15-34:45) Scott Lauber joins the show to discuss Bryce Harper moving on from first base. Scott asked Dave Dombrowski back in November and discussed this with him as well.   (34:45-42:30) Return to the Twitter poll. “Since Bryce Harper indicated that he was willing to go back to the outfield, should the Phillies have signed first baseman Pete Alonso?”   Follow The Station x.com/975TheFanatic instagram.com/975thefanatic/ https://www.facebook.com/975thefanatic/ Follow The Show x.com/975BestShowEver https://x.com/TyJohnsonNews https://x.com/rickybottalico https://x.com/sylvanakell Support the Show 975thefanatic.com/shows/the-best-show-  

The Word of the Day is Interesting (0:00-12:50) Tyrone wants to mediate a discussion between Slay and CJ. 97.5TheFanatic Knockout competition! Can the Eagles just bench CJ?   (13:00 -20:30) Tyrone, Ricky and Sylvana discuss Darius Slay claiming Jalen Hurts Is not an elite QB.   (20:40-32:40) Tyrone says Howie Roseman needs to make the call for Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson after he was given permission to request a trade and thinks Hendrickson is a viable option, especially for Howie.   (32:45-41:20) Tyrone and Ricky discussed Bryce Harper changing positions for right first baseman and if it means the Phils could pursue Vlad Guerrero Jr.? Nolan Smith for Myles Garrett?     Follow The Station x.com/975TheFanatic instagram.com/975thefanatic/ https://www.facebook.com/975thefanatic/ Follow The Show x.com/975BestShowEver https://x.com/TyJohnsonNews https://x.com/rickybottalico https://x.com/sylvanakell Support the Show 975thefanatic.com/shows/the-best-show-  

The Word of the Day is Interesting (0:00-8:40) Tyrone and Ricky talk about Bryce Harper potentially transitioning from first base to the outfield, in a quote from a recent article by Ken Rosenthal.    (8:50 -15:40) Tyrone talks Slay and CJGJ beef, with AJ Brown adding some additional commentary. Twitter poll: Since Bryce Harper indicated that he was willing to go back to the outfield, should the Phillies have signed first baseman Pete Alonso? Rhys Hoskins was not a good first baseman.    (15:50-28:22) Tyrone and Sylvana talk more CJGJ and Darius Slay feud on X. Ricky asks: “Why can’t we all just get along?” AJ Brown chimes in on X.   (28:30-38:00) Tyrone, Ricky and Sylvana question more of the background behind the Slay/CJ beef. Is the beef overblown? Should we take sides?     Follow The Station x.com/975TheFanatic instagram.com/975thefanatic/ https://www.facebook.com/975thefanatic/ Follow The Show x.com/975BestShowEver https://x.com/TyJohnsonNews https://

The Word of the Day is Underestimated (0:00-11:00) With the release of the MLB The Show video game approaching in a few weeks, we examine the ratings of the leading Phillies players featured in the game. The top four athletes are familiar names, but the fifth position is occupied by relief pitcher Matt Strahm, which has taken the team by surprise. (11:07 -19:20) The Question of the Day addresses the likelihood of Josh Sweat and Milton Williams departing from the Eagles. It inquires which player would be more challenging to replace. Tyrone asserts that the loss of Josh Sweat would be the most significant setback for the team. (19:40 -31:35 ) There appears to be a consensus among some that Jaylx Hunt should succeed Josh Sweat; however, Tyrone advocates for a more experienced player to fill this role. He would favor the addition of either Myles Garrett or Kahlil Mack to the roster. Ricky is increasingly inclined towards acquiring Garrett, recognizing that his presence would significantly enhance the Eagles' perf

The Word of the Day is Underestimated (0:00-13:37) The name of the game is to resign and draft players that can replace snaps left by free agents. This raises the question of whether fans and the media are underappreciating the challenges involved in replacing these athletes. (13:37-20:40) The Eagles are likely to experience significant depth loss in both their defensive and offensive lines during free agency. Addressing these issues will prove challenging, as the constraints of the salary cap will restrict the team's potential moves. (20:40-32:42) EJ Smith appears on the program to talk about the Eagles' decision to re-sign linebacker Zack Baun and to extend running back Saquon Barkley's contract for two additional years. EJ will delve into the details of both contracts and explore potential future developments for the Eagles this offseason. (32:42-42:17) We respond to our Twitter poll inquiring whether Brandon Graham's potential triceps retear and his decision to continue playing in the Super Bowl represent

The Word of the Day is Underestimated (0:00-13:03) The team expresses satisfaction regarding the re-signing of linebacker Zack Baun by the Eagles, acknowledging that he has received the compensation he rightfully deserves. Additionally, there are disparaging remarks directed at Josh Sweat and Milton Williams, suggesting that their success is primarily attributed to their association with Jalen Carter. (13:03-21:03) Zack Baun found himself in a favorable position regarding the Eagles, as Nakobe Dean's injury and Oren Burks' impending free agency provided him with a significant advantage. This represents a crucial opportunity for Baun to secure a substantial contract, making his return for the next season particularly advantageous. According to Ricky, possessing such leverage during contract negotiations is a dream scenario for any player. (21:03-32:38) Tyrone is quite wary of relying on the younger players to fill the roles of Sweat and Williams. Their inexperience raises concerns about their trustworthiness,