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Trea Turner admits to pressing defensively as Phillies lose 4th straight series
PHILADELPHIA - Phillies shortstop Trea Turner’s offense has come back in a big way this season as he is batting .326, made the All-Star team and should be in the mix for a batting title a year after struggling offensively for most of the 2023 season - his first in Philadelphia after signing an 11-year, $300-million contract.
Every Philadelphia Eagles starting quarterback ever: Full list
The Philadelphia Eagles entered the football scene in 1933 and since then have been fortunate to have a plethora of talented quarterbacks at their disposal. The biggest names at the quarterback position for the Eagles are Donovan McNabb, Randall Cunningham, Ron Jaworski, Jalen Hurts, and Nick Foles. While the Eagles...
Kwan’s solo homer, Noel’s 3-run shot power Guardians past Phillies 4-3
Steven Kwan hit a go-ahead solo homer in the seventh inning after Jhonkensy Noel tied the score with a three-run shot in the fourth, and the Cleveland Guardians rallied for a 4-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday.
Chalk the Block brings magical artworks to Uptown Somerset over the weekend
Uptown Somerset welcomed back the bright and colorful Uptown Chalk the Block Festival over the weekend. In its 8th year, Uptown Chalk the Block is western Pennsylvania’s first chalk festival. ...
Darby Police Officers Honored for Saving a Landscaper’s Life
Darby Police Officers Terrell Lee and Shain McCaughey weree honored at a July 17 Darby Borough Council meeting. Two Darby Borough police officers were recognized recently for an act of heroism after saving a man’s life who was seriously injured in a landscaping accident. Darby police officers Terrell Lee...
Story of Jamison Bachman, a ‘serial squatter’ who killed his brother in Elkins Park, to be made into a movie
Jamison Bachman, an Elkins Park native, will be featured in an upcoming (and so far untitled) movie based on the Netflix series “Worst Roommate Ever”. The backstory: In 2017, Alex Miller of Chestnut Hill sublet a room to Bachman, who told Miller his name was Jed Creek and claimed to be a New York City lawyer. Bachman “knew just enough about tenancy laws to take advantage of roommates by not paying rent, refusing to leave, and, eventually, forcing them to move out of their own houses,” the Inquirer reported in 2022.
Eagles’ Former 6-foot-4 QB Brought in by Cowboys: Report
A former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback could soon find a new home — with an NFC East rival. As reported by NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Dallas Cowboys hosted quarterback Reid Sinnett for a workout on Saturday, July 27. “Free agent QB Reid Sinnett is working out for the #Cowboys...
Pair arrested after shootout during West Philly robbery left man, teen suspect injured
A 26-year-old man -- who was the target of a robbery, police believe -- and a 16-year-old suspected thief are hospitalized in critical condition after an attempted robbery in West Philly turned into a shootout on Saturday night, officials said. According to police, the incident happened sometime before 9:10 p.m....
Tai Baribo's Strike Seals Win for Philadelphia Union Over Charlotte FC in Leagues Cup Clash
In a match that marked the continuation of an already tense rivalry, Philadelphia Union's Tai Baribo delivered the definitive blow in a tightly contested Leagues Cup game against Charlotte FC. With the stakes high and both teams eager to secure a win, it was Baribo's goal that made the difference, propelling the Union to a 1-0 victory.
Eagles training camp: Tyler Steen could miss time with an ankle injury
Tyler Steen has looked solid through the first three days of Eagles training camp, but Jeff McLane of The Inquirer reports that he could miss some time after exiting Saturday’s practice with an ankle injury. Steen walked off on his own and was replaced in the lineup by offensive tackle Darian Kinnard. OL Tyler Steen suffered a mild ankle injury yesterday at #Eagles practice and could miss the next few days of training camp, an NFL source said. Steen left Saturday’s practice early. He has been the first team right guard so far. The job is considered open. Darian Kinnard took… https://t.co/z9MctjgcJf — Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) July 28, 2024 The projected starting offensive line was together for the first time after left guard Landon Dickerson was cleared to participate fully. Mekhi Becton rookie Trevor Keegan and Kinnard are all candidates to be the starter, but Steen has the job to lose. More!Takeaways and observations from Day 3 of Eagles training camp practicesEagles waive rookie offensive tackle Gottlieb Ayedze from Non-Football Injury ListEagles sign wide receiver Griffin HebertEagles announce four roster moves ahead of first training camp practiceEagles CB Cooper DeJean placed on NFI list; Could miss 3 weeks with a hamstring injury
NBA Rumors: 76ers almost traded for star after Paul George addition
The Philadelphia 76ers definitely had an itching palm this summer. Following yet another disappointing campaign derailed by injuries and stamped with a seemingly in-theme early playoff exit, the 76ers made it a point to make a big switch this offseason. Armed with a boatload of cap space, the front office smelled blood and went on to snag the biggest fish in the open market in the form of nine-time All-Star Paul George.
‘It’s a gift in a way’: John Oates talks about life after Hall & Oates
There’s a song on John Oates’ new album Reunion about a renowned musical duo that stayed together for decades even as their relationship became strained. But the name of the song is not " Daryl Hall & John Oates.”. Instead, it’s called " Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee.”...
Philadelphia Flyers steal top goalie prospect from the Toronto Maple Leafs
The Philadelphia Flyers have been dealing with goaltender drama in recent times, and now they've stolen a top prospect from the Toronto Maple Leafs. Two teams that have dealt with plenty of issues in net in recent years are the Maple Leafs and Flyers, and now the latter have officially added an intriguing prospect from Toronto. According to a report, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, the Flyers AHL team have officially inked Keith Petruzzelli to a deal following an inconsistent season with the Marlies in the AHL.
Trader Joe’s to Open New King of Prussia Location By Year’s End
Trader Joe’s is planning to open the doors on its new King of Prussia location by the end of the year, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The store will be located at 224 W. DeKalb Pike, in the old Bed Bath and Beyond building. The exact opening date is...
WATCH: DeVonta Smith puts on a spectacular showing at Eagles Training Camp, continued it by shutting down a reporter’s Hurts-Sirianni relationship question
The Philadelphia Eagles returned to the NovaCare Complex on Saturday morning following their walkthrough on Friday. Aside from Jalen Hurts being absolutely surgical and pinpoint accurate on his passes, DeVonta Smith stole the show by hauling in several deep balls including one of his signature “go up and get it” snags.
Morrisville man tried to run over friends who said he was a bad driver: cops
A 20-year-old Morrisville man is facing multiple felony charges after police allege he drove a car at four men who allegedly assaulted him and his brother in a fight that started over the man’s driving skills. Adam Wiley was arraigned July 24 on eight felony counts of aggravated assault...
Olympic swimmer from Pennsylvania idolizes swimmer from Conshohocken
Olympic swimmer Ivan Puskovitch (West Chester) was profiled in The Philadelphia Inquirer on July 27th. In the profile we learned that his idol is Fran Crippen, a record-breaking swimmer from Conshohocken who passed away in 2010. From the article:. Crippen remains the most famous open-water swimmer in the world …...
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