EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 26 MIN
Matt Klentak on bringing Cristopher Sanchez and Zack Wheeler to the Phillies
from Takeoff with John Clark: Philly Sports Interviews
00:00:00 – Matt Klentak 00:00:32 – How the Phillies Traded for Cristopher Sanchez 00:03:45 – Sanchez's Incredible Physical Transformation 00:05:00 – Becoming a Cy Young Candidate 00:07:13 – The Inside Story of Signing Zack Wheeler 00:11:45 – Phillies' Recent Success 00:13:58 – Signing Bryce Harper 00:16:26 – Being an MLB GM 00:18:59 – Mickey Moniak 00:24:00 – Hitting is down across the league NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from our experts on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Subscribe to our channel for the latest Philly sports news and highlights! » Visit NBC Sports Philadelphia: https://www.nbcsportsphiladelphia.com/ » Facebook: / nbcsphilly » Twitter: / nbcsphilly » Instagram: / nbcsphilly 📱NBC Sports Philadelphia App Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nbc-spo... Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What this episode covers
Join John Clark on Takeoff as he sits down with former Philadelphia Phillies General Manager Matt Klentak. They discuss the incredible rise of Cristopher Sanchez into a Cy Young candidate and how the Phillies acquired him from the Rays. Matt also dives deep into the behind-the-scenes negotiations of signing superstars Bryce Harper and Zack Wheeler. Plus, he looks back on drafting Mickey Moniak and the pressure of being a number 1 overall pick.
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Matt Klentak on bringing Cristopher Sanchez and Zack Wheeler to the Phillies
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