Mike Missanelli - 97.5 The Fanatic

Word of the Day: Contributor  (0:00-12:34) Twitter poll: How do you grade the Jihaad Campbell pick by the Eagles in the first round?   (12:39-23:10) Brendan doesn’t think Sydney Brown can be the starting safety; way too reckless and isn’t as talented as the Eagles need.   (23:23-34:30) QOTD: The Eagles drafted LB Jihaad Campbell last night with the 31st overall pick. What positions should they target on day 2 of the draft?   (34:34-47:10) Final Twitter poll numbers. Have a great weekend everyone!     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/AndrewDiCecco https://x.com/BoosGunn975 Support the Show 975thefanatic.com/shows/the-best-show-

Word of the Day: Contributor (0:00-13:30) Andrew says the draft can sometimes be an “imperfect process.”   (13:40-22:10) Andrew gives his list of players to watch for Round 2 & 3 of the draft for the Eagles.   (22:20-33:50) Tyrone and Andrew react to Shedeur Sanders being left out of the first round of the draft. Trey Amos is a player worth trading up for, says Andrew.   (33:58-44:20) The Eagles could use a few more real contributors.     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/AndrewDiCecco https://x.com/BoosGunn975 Support the Show 975thefanatic.com/shows/the-best-show-

Word of the Day: Hijack (0:00-13:30) More mock drafts; Ricky gives his unpopular music takes.   (13:40-20:20) Less than 3 hours until the draft…   (20:30-32:40) QOTD: The Phillies have lost 9 of 14 games. What is their biggest problem right now (bullpen, lineup, manager, front office, etc.)? Tyrone says the lineup is the biggest issue, but he knows it will get better.   (32:50-48:30) Final look at the Twitter poll. Happy draft night!     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/Haleytsimon Support the Show 975thefanatic.com/shows/the-best-show-    

Word of the Day: Hijack (0:00-12:30) Ricky says Jordan Romano has hijacked the draft.   (12:40-20:30) Tyrone says Phillies hitters need to be more aggressive and not just wait to get the perfect swing.   (20:34-32:10) More mock draft reactions   (32:20-41:35) Tyrone has an issue with the Eagles trading up in that many draft experts say picks 20-40 are very similar; doesn’t it make sense to just stay or trade down?   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-

Word of the Day: Objective (0:00-12:30) Andrew reacts to NFL mock drafts and gives his thoughts just shy of 24 hours before the NFL Draft.   (12:40-25:40) This seems to be the LEAST hyped draft in a long time; what is your excitement level for the draft this year?   (25:51-33:00) The Phillies drop ANOTHER game in their skid.       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-

Word of the Day: Objective   (0:00-8:15) Andrew says the Eagles “should” come out of the draft with a few starters if they can.   (8:20-15:10) Tyrone thinks there are a ton of holes to fill in the roster and the Eagles can really use the draft to fix up those holes. Andrew thinks DT is a the biggest need for the Eagles.   (15:17-28:20) Tyrone and Andrew think Sydney Brown needs another year in Vic Fangio’s system.   (28:30-35:10) Tyrone really emphasizes the Eagles needing to bolster up in the draft.             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-

  Word of the Day: Rivals (0:00-12:20) Tyrone, Ricky and Sylvana implore fans to CHILL out. The season is still so young; hardly a month has passed. There is so much time left in the season, 130+ games left to get it right.   (12:30-20:10) Ricky says Jordan Romano is leaving a bad taste in our mouths and has been a source of frustration for the fans this season.   (20:15-32:30) Devin Jackson from the Inquirer joins the show to discuss the draft just 52 hours ahead.   (32:30-40:20) Tyrone and Ricky react to the Phillies lineup for today.   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-

Word of the Day: Rivals (0:00-8:00)   (8:02-15:35) Ricky is FURIOUS with Mr and Mrs Met. First look at the Twitter poll for the day. Ricky REALLY wants Nola to throw more sinkers.   (15:39-27:40) Tyrone addresses fans worries with the Phillies offense. First look at the text messages; fans are MAD. Is Aaron Nola to blame? Is Aaron Nola the real reason the Phillies lost last night or was it was the mediocre offense?   (27:45-36:20) Tyrone, Ricky and Sylvana praise Max Kepler for his performances over the past few games.     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  Concern (0:00-13:57) We examine a recent Eagles Mock Draft to analyze some of the selections made in the simulation. (13:57-22:35) This baseball season has seen a notable decline in the performance of MLB umpires, with Ricky suggesting that their lack of effort may be attributed to the impending implementation of the automatic strike zone. (22:35-32:39) As the Phillies prepare to face the Mets they have released their batting lineup, which Ricky reviews. Additionally, with the Eagles considering third-string players for potential starting roles next season, Tyrone shares his trust rankings for these athletes. (32:39-40:09) A listener reached out to challenge the effectiveness of the Phillies' pitching staff, prompting Ricky to explain that pitching coaches rely heavily on analytics to guide their players' development. 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  Concern (0:00-9:10) Cam Jurgens has secured a contract extension with the Eagles, positioning him as the second highest-paid center in the NFL. Tyrone expresses his apprehensions regarding both the Eagles and the Phillies. Specifically, he worries that Howie Roseman's favorable draft outcomes may not continue in the upcoming draft season. (9:10-16:21) A Twitter poll is currently gauging fan expectations for the Phillies' performance in their series against the Mets, with the majority predicting two victories for the team.   (16:21-27:52) Meanwhile, some fans are advocating for the promotion of Andrew Painter, believing he could enhance the bullpen's performance; however, concerns arise as Painter is a rookie who requires additional development time before he can contribute effectively (27:52-36:16) With the NFL Draft approaching, Tyrone emphasizes the necessity for Howie Roseman to make a successful selection, particularly given the uncertainty surrounding unproven talents like Kelee Ringo, which adds to his worries.   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 Sympathy (0:00-12:23) We are offering a trivia question for a chance to win a pair of Metallica tickets, with the question centered on the Phillies. Be sure to listen closely for the answer! (12:23-20:08) Ricky expresses his disdain for applauding individuals for poor performance, deeming it pathetic, and believes that players should be able to handle criticism. He cites Aaron Nola as an example, noting that despite being booed, Nola remains committed to his work. (20:08-33:14) Dave Zangaro joins the discussion to delve into the Eagles' preparations for the upcoming NFL draft. He shares insights on Dallas Goedert's future and potential draft picks for the team. (33:14-40:18) Coaches can only do so much for their players. Rob Thomson can tell his players to not strikeout, but it is up to them and their actions once they step into the batters box.    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 Sympathy (0:00-9:05) Should fans extend sympathy to players during their struggles? Take Brandon Marsh, for instance; while some online voices advocate for kindness towards him, it raises the question of where to draw the line between constructive criticism and undue harshness. (9:05-15:58) A recent Twitter poll indicates that, despite being in Las Vegas, interest from the Philadelphia area regarding WrestleMania is minimal. (15:58-27:52) It is evident that some media figures, like Marcus Hayes and Stephen A. Smith, occasionally cross the boundary into disrespect, highlighting the importance of maintaining professionalism. However, beyond this personal threshold, it is crucial to define the limits of acceptable critique. (27:52-36:37) Furthermore, why do we automatically attribute a player's difficulties to mental issues? Unless a player explicitly states that they are struggling mentally, we should assume they are fit to compete. Ricky shares an anecdote about being booed after walking a batter, illustrating the pressures athletes face from fans.   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 Future (0:00-12:58) Listeners had the opportunity to win concert tickets by answering a trivia question related to the Flyers. (12:58-21:39) Tyrone emphasizes that when one decides to settle down and marry their partner, they are also committing to their partner's entire circumstances. (21:39 -32:50) Barrett Brooks appears on the show to share his thoughts on potential draft picks for the Eagles in the upcoming week. (32:50-42:05) We provide an update on the Twitter poll, revealing that voters continue to favor selecting a defensive end with the 32nd pick. 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-