Brad Wakai

Brad Wakai graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Journalism. While an undergrad, he did work at the student radio station covering different Penn State athletic programs like football, basketball, volleyball, soccer and other sports.

Brad currently is the Lead Contributor for Nittany Lions Wire of Gannett Media where he continues to cover Penn State athletics. He is also a contributor at FanSided, writing about the Philadelphia 76ers for The Sixers Sense.

Brad is the host of the sports podcast I Said What I Said, discussing topics across the NFL, College Football, the NBA and other sports.

You can follow him on Twitter: @bwakai

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Jul 28, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (10) returns back behind the plate against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fifth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2024 7:00 PM EDT

Jul 2, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Darick Hall (24) against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2024 4:00 PM EDT

Sep 24, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Orion Kerkering (50) throws a pitch during the eighth inning against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2024 2:00 PM EDT

Oct 3, 2023; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) reacts after striking out Tampa Bay Rays pinch hitter Junior Caminero (1) to end the seventh inning during game one of the Wildcard series for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 18, 2024 7:00 PM EDT

Feb 25, 2024; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Mick Abel (74) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees in the sixth inning at BayCare Ballpark.

Mar 18, 2024 3:00 PM EDT

Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) reacts to a strike during the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 6 of the NLCS at Citizens Bank Park on Oct. 23, 2023, in Philadelphia, PA. The Arizona Diamondbacks won Game 6 of the NLCS against the Philadelphia Phillies, 5-1.

Mar 13, 2024 1:00 PM EDT

Sep 29, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (54) talks to starting pitcher Charlie Morton (50) in the dugout against the Washington Nationals in the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 12, 2024 7:00 PM EDT

Mar 4, 2024; Dunedin, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Griff McGarry (71) throws a pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays in the fifth inning at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 12, 2024 4:00 PM EDT

Aug 6, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) walks off the mound after during the seventh inning against the Kansas City Royals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 12, 2024 11:30 AM EDT

Oct 20, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Brandon Marsh (16) celebrates after hitting an RBI double during the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks in game four of the NLCS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 11, 2024 7:00 PM EDT

Apr 10, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski before game against the Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 11, 2024 1:30 PM EDT

Nov 1, 2022; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Brandon Marsh (16) and first baseman Rhys Hoskins (17) celebrate after the Phillies defeated the Houston Astros in game three of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 10, 2024 7:00 PM EDT

Feb 29, 2024; Dunedin, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Scott Kingery (4) throws to first for an out against the Toronto Blue Jays in the fourth inning at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 9, 2024 11:30 AM EST

Sep 27, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs (21) has sunflower seeds dumped on him by center fielder Brandon Marsh (16) after win against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 8, 2024 2:00 PM EST

Oct 11, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) slides into second base for a double during the third inning against the Philadelphia Phillies in game three of the NLDS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Feb 16, 2024; Clearwater, FL, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola (27) smiles at Phillies Spring Training. Mandatory Credit:

Mar 6, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Sep 5, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen (22) throws a pitch against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 5, 2024 5:00 PM EST

May 26, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a Philadelphia Phillies hat and glove on the bench against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 4, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Oct 21, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles tight end Jason Kelce chugs a beer during game three of the NLCS between the Philadelphia Phillies and the San Diego Padres for the 2022 MLB Playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 4, 2024 3:00 PM EST

Oct 16, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez (58) pitches during the seventh inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks in game one of the NLCS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 2, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Jul 1, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos (8) rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Washington Nationals in the fourth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 2, 2024 4:30 PM EST

Sep 13, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) and Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Bryce Harper (3) during the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 2, 2024 2:00 PM EST

Brogdon - Bullpen

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May 26, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) walks off the field against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 2, 2024 8:00 AM EST

Sep 12, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) throws a pitch during the fifth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 1, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Segura - Season Review 1

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May 3, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; The Phillie Phanatic fires hot dogs into the stands between innings of a game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Texas Rangers at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 29, 2024 3:00 PM EST

Philadelphia Phillies new starter Michael Lorenzen pitched his best performance of the year against the Miami Marlins in his first start.

Feb 28, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Aug 24, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) in the dugout prior to the game against the Boston Red Sox at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2024 3:00 PM EST

Aug 9, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen (22) glances over his shoulder after an out in the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2024 8:00 AM EST

Jul 9, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Kenley Jansen (74) pitches during the ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 27, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Jul 21, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott (5) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 27, 2024 3:00 PM EST

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) throws a pitch against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning in game two of the 2023 World Series at Globe Life Field on Oct. 28, 2023, Arlington, Texas.

Feb 26, 2024 7:00 PM EST

John Middleton Philadelphia Phillies World Series

Feb 23, 2024 8:00 AM EST

Sep 16, 2023; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner (7) celebrates with teammates after the Phillies defeated the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 22, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Aug 4, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Brandon Marsh (16) takes the field for action against the Kansas City Royals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 22, 2024 4:00 PM EST

Aug 9, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen (22) throws a pitch during the second inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 22, 2024 2:30 PM EST

Jun 28, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Kolby Allard (49) pitches against the Minnesota Twins during the second inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 22, 2024 11:30 AM EST

Sep 9, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Kyle Schwarber (12) reacts after hitting a three-run home run against the Miami Marlins in the second inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 22, 2024 8:00 AM EST

Jun 5, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies owner John Middleton before game against the Detroit Tigers at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 21, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Trea Turner Pitcher Philadelphia Phillies

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Apr 5, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Kaleb Ort (61) pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 20, 2024 8:00 PM EST

Aug 4, 2021; Yokohama, Japan; Team Japan pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (17) reacts against Korea in a baseball semifinal match during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Yokohama Baseball Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Yukihito Taguchi-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 20, 2024 1:30 PM EST

Sep 21, 2023; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (27) looks on against the Tampa Bay Rays during the first inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 19, 2024 7:30 PM EST

Oct 3, 2023; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) reacts after striking out Tampa Bay Rays pinch hitter Junior Caminero (1) to end the seventh inning during game one of the Wildcard series for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 17, 2024 5:00 PM EST

May 25, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Detailed view of a Philadelphia Phillies hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the eighth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 16, 2024 4:00 PM EST

Philadelphia Phillies new starter Michael Lorenzen pitched his best performance of the year against the Miami Marlins in his first start.

Feb 16, 2024 2:00 PM EST

Oct 15, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) throws during the first inning of game one of the ALCS against the Houston Astros in the 2023 MLB playoffs at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 15, 2024 7:00 PM EST

Aug 28, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Whit Merrifield (15) throws out Washington Nationals first baseman Dominic Smith (not pictured) in the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 15, 2024 12:00 PM EST

Jul 19, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Andrew Bellatti (64) throws a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers during the ninth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 14, 2024 8:00 PM EST