Phillies Podcast 'Run it Back' Debuts for 2026 Season

Hosts Tyler Zulli and Frank Klose discuss team's prospects for championship run

Feb. 11, 2026 at 2:39pm

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The new 'Run it Back Podcast' has kicked off just in time for Phillies Spring Training, with hosts Tyler Zulli and Frank Klose tackling the team's prospects for a championship run this season. In the inaugural episode, they discuss whether the Phillies are truly 'running it back', the state of the starting pitching, and the future of Nick Castellanos.

Why it matters

The Phillies are coming off a disappointing 2025 season and have made minimal roster changes, leading to questions about whether they have the pieces to make a deep playoff run. This new podcast provides an in-depth analysis of the team's outlook from two veteran Phillies observers.

The details

The 'Run it Back Podcast' is hosted by Tyler Zulli and Frank Klose, who will be following the 2026 Phillies and assessing whether the team is simply repeating the same formula as last year or if they are poised for a World Championship. In the first episode, the hosts discuss whether the Phillies are truly 'running it back' with a similar roster, if the starting pitching is strong enough without Ranger Suarez, and the future of outfielder Nick Castellanos.

  • Pitchers and catchers have reported to Clearwater and Phillies Spring Training is underway.
  • The 'Run it Back Podcast' has kicked off just in time for the 2026 Phillies season.

The players

Tyler Zulli

Co-host of the 'Run it Back Podcast' and Phillies analyst.

Frank Klose

Co-host of the 'Run it Back Podcast' and Phillies expert.

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What they’re saying

“Are the Phillies really "running it back?”

— Tyler Zulli, Co-host

“Is the starting pitching enough in 2026, down Ranger Suarez?”

— Frank Klose, Co-host

“Why is Nick Castellanos still around?”

— Tyler Zulli, Co-host

“Are the Phillies better today than last year, as Rob Thomson has said?”

— Frank Klose, Co-host

What’s next

The 'Run it Back Podcast' will continue to follow the Phillies throughout Spring Training and the 2026 regular season, providing in-depth analysis and commentary on the team's performance and championship aspirations.

The takeaway

With the Phillies making minimal roster changes in the offseason, this new podcast provides a valuable platform for fans to get a deeper understanding of whether the team has the pieces in place to make a World Series run, or if they are simply 'running it back' with the same formula as last year.