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Even Before the Ink Was Dry
Just Like July of 1776, Philadelphia Is Positioning Itself To Make History Once Again. Two Hundred and Fourty-Eight years ago — during a sweltering summer July in Philadelphia — our nation was born thanks to the brave leadership of 56 founding fathers. For seventeen days in June — Thomas Jefferson — worked each day out of a house that he had taken up residence in at 700 Market Street and poured for seventeen days on the first draft of what would become the Declaration of Independence. Occasionally he wandered into Philadelphia’s taverns, sipped ale and touched pen to hallowed parchment and inked a rough draft of those words which have become lore in America.
Rising From the Ashes
One Hundred Years Ago Professional Football Came to Philadelphia. We Never Looked Back. It’s been 100 years since Pro Football began in Philadelphia. Its arrival was not a sudden explosion of athleticism dropped into the middle of North Philadelphia with a well healed plan for expansion. And it did not begin on the wings of an Eagle, but rather the sting of a Yellow Jacket.
Eagles’ Greatest Moments: True NFL Triumphs
The Philadelphia Eagles possess a rich history in the NFL, filled with thrilling victories, iconic plays, and unforgettable moments. As an ardent follower of football, you cannot overlook the significance of the Eagles’ legacy. Here, we dissect their greatest triumphs, moments that have gone down in history as symbols...
Harper and Sánchez Take Home NL Honors for the Month of June
The Philadelphia Phillies are having a special season and are being recognized accordingly. First baseman Bryce Harper was named National League Player of the Month and his teammate Cristopher Sánchez was named National League Pitcher of the Month for the month of June. This is Harper’s second consecutive month earning this honor.
Sixers Make Moves in First Two Days of Free Agency
After years of hoping, wishing, and wanting, the Sixers finally got the best player available in free agency – and they didn’t even have to trade for him! Most people woke up to surprising good news on Monday morning when they heard the Sixers signed Paul George. Daryl Morey could finally make something happen when given cap space heading into an offseason.
RECAP: Flyers 2024 Draft Day – Philadelphia Brings in 7 New Guys
The Flyers entered the 2024 NHL Entry Draft with ten picks in the seven rounds. General Manager Danny Briere attempted to move up in the draft order by working out a deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets, which never went through. Columbus ended up taking the second-best center in the draft, Cayden Lindstrom.
What Should the Phillies Do with Whit Merrifield?
Whit Merrifield signed a one year $8M deal with the Phillies late this off-season despite reportedly looking for a two year deal. Bryce Harper was a key recruiter in bringing him to sign in Philadelphia. It’s clear Harper’s word held a lot of water in both Philadelphia and Merrifield’s camp. Merrifield was signed to play the super utility role while providing some much needed contact from the right side of the plate. Merrifield can play all three outfield positions, second base, third base, and even has appeared at first base three times all while boasting a career .281 batting average.
Eight Seconds, 46 Seconds, No Timeouts.
For the Eagles Top Offense, Eight Seconds Still Fester. NFL Athletes need to have short memories. Make a great play and enjoy it. Make a key mistake, learn from it and move on while hoping that you still have a career as a professional athlete afterward. Then prepare for the next play.
A Loss for the Sixers; A Gain for Villanova
The Knicks Are Planning to Win With the Best of Villanova. Like all NBA teams, the Sixers have deep scouting capabilities that can reach across the globe to evaluate prospective talent. It seems like the Sixers-Regional-Talent-Evaluator didn’t extend to just ten miles outside of Philadelphia to cast its gaze on...
Welcome, America!
If You’re Looking for the Home of July 4th Sports, Welcome to Philadelphia. When it comes to Independence Day in the United States, there is no better place to be than enjoying it in Philadelphia. After all, we are July 4th. It’s been 248 years since our founding fathers...
The Perfect Combination
Nothing Has Brought More Championships to the Eagles than An Elite RB/WR Combination. If you are looking for one constant that has always led to championships besides great defense for the Eagles — look no farther than an elite running back/wide receiver combination. And man do they have a...
Wide Receiver Three
On paper, the Birds offense looks like it can be the best in the league. There are superstars all over the field, and they will be looking to get back to their 2022 self’s. AJ Brown and DeVonta Smith make up the best receiving duo in the NFL, but who is going to be the next guy to step up?
NBA Draft Recap: Meet the New Future of the Sixers
The 2024 NBA Draft has come and gone and the Sixers future looks brighter. According to experts, the team earned a high grade as they addressed two major needs with their two picks. Let’s recap and meet the future of the Sixers. 16th Pick: Jared McCain. After much speculation...
Eagles’ Jalen Hurts Has Nothing to Prove in 2024
In the middle of the 2024 NFL offseason, discourse around specific teams and players can get a little bit out of whack. Right now, we are seeing some of that with Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts. A lot of people are questioning Hurts after his rather underwhelming season in 2023—fair...
No Need to Stress About the Phillies Fifth Starter
If there’s been one consistent complaint about this Phillies team in 2024, it’s been the fifth starter. Taijuan Walker has been a failed experiment since he signed with the club before the 2023 season. Walker was 15-6 with a 4.38 ERA in 31 starts last year, which was nothing to sneeze at. The issue, especially with the fans, came playoff time and the time since.
Matvei Michkov is Coming to America
After speculations earlier this summer, it is now official that Matvei Michkov will join the Flyers for the 2024-25 season. Michkov was the best Russian prospect in the 2024 NHL Draft and easily could have been a top-five draft pick. However, because he was under contract to remain in the...
If Ownership Doesn’t Care, Why Should the Fans?
Make no mistake about it, this is not the Union’s first rodeo at being a bad team. However, falling from the heights they achieved over the years makes this sting more than in the past. The writing is on the wall with the Philadelphia Union winless in their last...
Sixers’ Needs Heading into the Draft
As the NBA draft approaches tomorrow, the Sixers have needs at pretty much all positions, with only Joel Embiid as a notable player that does not hit free agency or expect a new contract. With that in mind, the Sixers have some serious roster building to do this offseason. They cannot neglect the draft as a place to do so.
What is Fantasy Betting?
Fantasy betting, a thrilling blend of sports knowledge and betting excitement, has gained immense popularity in recent years. It combines the strategic depth of fantasy sports with the excitement of traditional betting, offering participants a unique and engaging way to enjoy their favorite sports. Unlike conventional sports betting, where wagers...
The Storied MLB Career of Willie Mays Began in Philadelphia
The Baseball Legend Got His MLB Start Right Here at Shibe Park. It Couldn’t Have Been More Fitting. On Tuesday, America lost a baseball trailblazer when Willie Mays passed away from heart failure at his home in Palo Alto, California, at the age of 93. Mays was perhaps the best American baseball player of all time. He was a 12x Gold Glover and a 24x All-Star, and in 1961, he hit four home runs in a single game. His career would feature 661 home runs.
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