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Jason Kelce's Outfit Steals the Show at 2024 Paris Olympics
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, who announced his retirement from the NFL after 13 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles in March, is making the most of his first summer without football. Last month, Kelce and his wife Kylie, attended the Cannes Lions Festival before catching Taylor ...
Guardians, Philadelphia Phillies starting lineups for July 27, 2024: Game 104
PHILADELPHIA-- The Guardians for the second straight night send a starter pitcher to the mound on Saturday who has deep roots with the opposition -- the Phillies. Carlos Carrasco spent parts of six minor league seasons with the Phillies before they traded him to Cleveland for on July 29 with Jason Knapp, Jason Donald and Lou Marson for Cliff Lee and Ben Francisco.
SOUTH PHILLY SHOCKER! Wells Fargo to Remove Their Name From South Philadelphia Arena
Massive changes are coming to one of the biggest and most popular venues in the City of Philadelphia. In fact, it’s getting a brand new name. It was announced Wednesday evening that Wells Fargo would be taking their name off the sports arena next year when their current contract expires.
Phillies land 2023 All-Star closer Carlos Estévez from Angels for pitching prospects
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillies acquired closer Carlos Estévez from the Los Angeles Angels for a pair of minor league pitching prospects on Saturday as they strengthen their bullpen for a run at their first World Series championship since 2008. Estévez has 20 saves in 23 chances this season, a year after he had 31 saves and was an All-Star for the Angels. The 31-year-old Estévez, a native of the Dominican Republic, originally signed with Colorado in 2011 and made his major league debut in 2016. He has 76 saves in 418 appearances, all in relief.
Flyers Goalie Prospect Alexei Kolosov Likely Headed to KHL
Goaltending prospect for the Philadelphia Flyers, Alexei Kolosov appears poised to return to Russia after a brief stint in the AHL, highlighting the challenges he faced during his time in the United States. Tony Androckitis of Inside AHL Hockey reports that Kolosov, 22, has been an impressive KHL starter for the past three years and is considered one of Russia’s top goalie prospects. Despite this, his experience with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, the Philadelphia Flyers’ AHL affiliate, was less than ideal.
Phillies acquire Carlos Estevez in trade with Angels in massive bullpen lift
The Phillies acquired one of the top relievers on the market. Philadelphia landed right-hander Carlos Estevez in a trade with the Angels, the Phillies announced Saturday. In return, the Angels will receive pitching prospects Sam Aldegheri and George Klassen. Howard Eskin responds to ‘unwanted kiss’ allegations in WIP return Estevez, 31, along with the Marlins’ Tanner Scott, were long viewed as the two biggest late-inning relievers likely to be traded before Tuesday’s deadline. The hurler brings with him a 2.38 ERA, 21 saves and an impressive 6.40 strikeout-to-walk ratio this season, adding to a bullpen that already has All-Star Jeff Hoffman....
Eagles training camp game ball: DeVonta Smith is still a highlight reel waiting to happen
The Eagles' third practice of training camp on the whole wasn't particularly remarkable. They ran through 11-on-11 and 7-on-7 reps, Jalen Hurts and the offense worked within relatively short-yardage plays, and the defensive units mostly kept those in check to match. It was about as ho-hum as you could get...
Saturday Recruiting Nuggets
LSU's Bayou Splash event wrapped up on Friday, giving the staff an opportunity to bring in several commits and top targets. Here are a few things to pass along after talking to several sources this morning…. --- When the dust settles from this year's Bayou Splash, I think you'll see...
Grammy-nominated producer Will Yip's goal in life is to become "boys" with Bryce Harper
Grammy-nominated producer Will Yip discusses making it in the music industry, his favorite Phillies memorabilia, why Chase Utley wouldn't sign his fielding glove for a fan, and why Philadelphia signing Bryce Harper over Manny Machado was the right decision.
5-star WR Jaime Ffrench discusses why he wanted to visit Miami this weekend
Five-star wide receiver Jaime Ffrench is having a busy weekend. Ffrench (6-1, 185) took trips to visit two of his four finalists—Miami and LSU—this weekend as a NCAA dead period begins this week and a August 30th decision day approaches. LSU was the first school that Ffrench visited...
Phillies' Tyler Phillips tosses 4-hit shutout over Cleveland at ballpark he called home as a kid
PHILADELPHIA -- — Tyler Phillips tossed a four-hit shutout in his third big league start, and the right-hander from South Jersey raised a diehard Philadelphia Phillies fan pitched them to an 8-0 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday night. “I've never done that before,” Phillips said. “It felt...
CHRISTINE MCDONALD PROMOTED TO ONE FINANCIAL SERVICES’ OFFICE MANAGER
Allentown, PA; July 24, 2024 – One Financial Services is pleased to announce the promotion of Christine McDonald from Administrative Assistant to Office Manager. In this new role, Christine’s primary responsibilities will be managing office operations, human resources, and management of associates while also interacting with clients and vendors.
East Orange student, teacher study history where it happened
An East Orange High School teacher and student got the chance to study history where it was made in Philadelphia. Tracey Prince, a world history teacher at East Orange STEM Academy, and student Rouselene Folas, participated in the first-ever Young People’s Continental Congress created by the National History Day (NHD) organization.
Angels trade closer Estévez to Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies beefed up their bullpen Saturday, acquiring former All-Star closer Carlos Estévez from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for right-handed pitching prospect George Klassen and lefty Samuel Aldegheri, the teams announced. Estévez, an All-Star in 2023, is enjoying the best season of his eight-year career. The...
Phillies pay steep but worthwhile price to land former All-Star closer
The Philadelphia Phillies paid a steep price to acquire former All-Star closer Carlos Estevez from the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday. However, the return should be well worth it. BREAKING: The Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Angels are finalizing a significant deal that will send top pitching prospects George Klassen and Samuel Aldegheri to the Angels, sources tell ESPN.— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) July 27, 2024 In Estevez, the Phillies get arguably one of the best available closer on the trade market, filling a significant hole for an otherwise solid bullpen. In exchange, they gave up two ascending pitching prospects to the Angels.L.A....
Hundreds of cyclists protested in Center City for protected bike lanes
Hundreds of bike riders took to the streets of Center City Friday evening to demand safer, concrete-protected bike lanes after multiple traffic-related deaths that occurred over a week ago. The cyclists gathered at the Philadelphia Museum of Art around 6 p.m. and rode to City Hall, affecting traffic in the...
What did the Phillies see in trade acquisition Austin Hays?
The Phillies and Orioles completed an intriguing trade Friday that saw Baltimore land Seranthony Dominguez and Cristian Pache in exchange for Austin Hays, which represented something of a lengthy pursuit for Phils president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski. The executive revealed an interesting tidbit to reporters (including The Athletic’s Matt Gelb and The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Scott Lauber) regarding the team's long-standing admiration of Hays.
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