This Day in Philly Sports History

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the recent departure of Darrell Morey as the Sixers' president, reflecting on the implications for the team's future and the need for a culture change. He also highlights the Phillies' recent success and the potential for a strong season ahead, alongside local ties to the upcoming PGA Champion...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the importance of taking action and not waiting for the perfect moment to try new things. He reflects on the performance of local sports teams, particularly the Flyers and Sixers, and emphasizes the need for community engagement. The conversation also touches on upcoming games and historical sports moments that occurred on May 12th, providing listeners wit...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performances of the Flyers and Sixers, highlighting the Flyers' playoff journey and the disappointment surrounding the Sixers' exit from the playoffs. He emphasizes the need for accountability among players and management, particularly focusing on Tyrese Maxey and owner Josh Harris. The...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of Philadelphia sports teams, including the Phillies, Flyers, and Sixers. He reflects on recent performances, playoff prospects, and historical context, while also introducing a unique 'Panic Meter' segment to gauge fan sentiment. The episode concludes with a look back at signifi...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performance of the Sixers, Flyers, and Phillies, highlighting key moments and player performances. He reflects on the Sixers' frustrating loss without Joel Embiid, the Flyers' playoff hopes, and the Phillies' resurgence. The episode also revisits significant historical sports events...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery reflects on the recent performances of Philadelphia sports teams, offering motivation and insights into the importance of resilience and growth. He discusses the Sixers' struggles in the playoffs, the Flyers' competitive spirit, and the Phillies' recent successes. The episode also highlights significant...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History', host Jim Montgomery discusses the latest updates and historical highlights from Philadelphia sports, including the Sixers' playoff journey, the Flyers' draft lottery prospects, and the Phillies' recent resurgence under new management. He also reflects on significant moments in Philly sports history, including Jeffrey Lurie...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performance of the Philadelphia 76ers, particularly their Game 7 victory over the Boston Celtics, highlighting the resilience shown by the team. He previews the upcoming series against the New York Knicks, emphasizing the importance of Joel Embiid's health and the need for the bench to step up. The podcast also celebrates significant moments...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the latest happenings in Philadelphia sports, including the Sixers' playoff performance, the Phillies' doubleheader success, and the Flyers' playoff predictions. He also touches on the Eagles' rookie mini camp and highlights historical moments in Philly sports, including a spotlight on Ric...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the thrilling playoff victory of the Flyers, the ongoing challenges faced by the Sixers, and highlights significant moments in Philadelphia sports history, including a tribute to Dick Allen. The episode captures the excitement of playoff hockey, the anticipation of the Sixers' game, and nostalgic refl...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performances of Philadelphia sports teams, focusing on the Sixers' resilience in the playoffs, the Phillies' managerial changes, and the Flyers' critical playoff game. He also reflects on the Eagles' draft history and the legacy of Nick Foles, while highlighting significant milestones in Philly sports history. Chapters 00:00 Sixers' Resilience a...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the importance of motivation, positivity, and healthy habits in shaping one's life. He reflects on the current state of Philly sports teams, emphasizing the need for heroes to step up. The conversation also touches on Eagles news, historical highlights in Philly sports, and the significance of first impressions in sports. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performances of Philadelphia sports teams, including the Flyers, Sixers, and Phillies, while also analyzing the Eagles' draft picks. He reflects on the struggles of the teams, particularly the Sixers and Phillies, and emphasizes the need for change and improvement. The episode also highlights significant moments in Philly sports history, pro...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the latest developments in Philly sports, focusing on the Eagles' draft strategy, the struggles of the Phillies, the Sixers' playoff hopes with Joel Embiid's uncertain status, and a fun segment with AI analyzing historical players' potential impact on current teams. The episode also highlights significant moments in Philly sports history, i...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' Jim Montgomery covers a thrilling Flyers victory over the Penguins, the ongoing struggles of the Phillies, and the Union's disappointing draw against Toronto. He also discusses the anticipation surrounding the Eagles' draft night, reflects on the best and worst draft picks in Eagles history, and highlights significant moments...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History', host Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performance of the Philadelphia Sixers, the struggles of the Phillies, and the playoff hopes for the Flyers. He reflects on significant historical moments in Philadelphia sports, including the first NBA championship and the legacy of Carson Wentz. The episode is filled with insights, analysis,...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery reflects on personal challenges and the importance of mental health while celebrating the victories and struggles of Philadelphia sports teams. He discusses the Flyers' recent win, the Phillies' ongoing issues, the Sixers' playoff prospects, and the Eagles' OTA news, all while providing historical c...

This episode covers the latest in Philly sports, including Flyers' playoff victory, Sixers' disappointing loss, Phillies' struggles, and historical moments in Philly sports history. Tune in for insights, game analysis, and local sports trivia. Chapters 00:00 Intro and Weekend Recap 00:49 Flyers' Game 1 Victory Over Penguins 02:13 Upcoming Flyers-Penguins Game 2 Expectations 02:41 S...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the upcoming playoff series for the Flyers and Sixers, providing insights into their strengths and weaknesses. He reflects on the significance of the Phillies' upcoming games and shares trivia related to Philadelphia sports history. The conversation also touches on iconic moments, including Donovan McNabb's draft and Mike Schmidt's historic gam...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the Philadelphia sports scene, focusing on the Sixers' playoff journey, the struggles of the Phillies, and the Flyers' playoff history. He highlights key players like Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecomb, reflects on historical sports events from April 16th, and introduces a partnership with the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame. The episode also features trivia an...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the significant events in Philadelphia sports on April 15th, 2026. He covers the Phillies' recent game, the Flyers' season wrap-up, and the upcoming playoffs for both teams. The conversation also delves into Eagles news, particularly regarding Jalen Hurts, and reflects on historical moments in spo...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the importance of mental health awareness, reflecting on personal experiences and the impact of community support. He transitions into the excitement surrounding Philadelphia sports playoffs, particularly the Flyers, and shares historical moments from various sports events in Philadelphia, emphasizing the...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery provides a comprehensive recap of the weekend's events in Philly sports, highlighting significant performances from the Flyers, Sixers, and Phillies. He also delves into historical moments in Philly sports history, particularly focusing on notable games and player achievements. The episode concludes with a discussion on player power rankings and the potential fu...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the unfortunate injuries of Joel Embiid, the struggles of the Flyers and Phillies, and reflects on historical opening days at the Vet. He also shares a creative take on what a modern opening day ceremony could look like, and examines Gabe Kapler's legacy in Philadelphia sports. Chapters 00:00 Joel Embiid's Unfortunate Injuries 06:29 Flyers' Str...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of Philadelphia sports, focusing on the struggles of the Phillies, the playoff aspirations of the Flyers and Sixers, and off-field controversies surrounding the Eagles. He also shares trivia and upcoming events related to Philadelphia sports history. Chapters 00:00 Historical Highlights in Philly Sports 16:59 The Legacy of Richie Ashburn...