This Day in Philly Sports History

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery reflects on the passing of Bill Giles, a pivotal figure in Philadelphia sports history. He discusses the current state of the Phillies as they head into the postseason, expressing mixed feelings about their performance. The episode also previews the upcoming Eagles game against the Bears, highlighting key matchups...

In this episode of the podcast, Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of Philadelphia sports, focusing on the Phillies' struggles, the Eagles' injury report, and the Flyers' preseason performance. He also highlights upcoming games for the Union and college teams, shares insights from his week, and engages listeners with trivia about historical sports moments. The episode wraps up...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses his visit to the National Liberty Museum, highlighting the significance of the documentary 'The Cold War in Philly' about the Flyers' historic game against the Soviet Red Army. He analyzes the recent Phillies game, shares updates on the Eagles, and addresses the tailgating controversy. The epi...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' Jim Montgomery discusses the Philadelphia Phillies' recent successes as they approach the postseason, including Zach Wheeler's milestone and the team's playoff chances. He also covers the Eagles' roster changes and the positive team dynamics. The conversation shifts to tailgating changes and parking issues at games, fo...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of Philadelphia sports, focusing on motivational themes, detailed analysis of the Eagles' recent game, injury updates, and reflections on the Phillies' season. He also shares historical sports moments that occurred on this day, emphasizing the importance of persistence and resili...

This episode explores the recent performance of the Philadelphia Eagles, analyzing key moments, player contributions, and areas for improvement. It also revisits significant Philly sports history and discusses upcoming games and strategies. 📞 Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531💬 The Discord Channel is now live. Stop by and...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the exciting weekend ahead for Philly sports, including a recap of the Phillies' recent win and a preview of the Eagles' upcoming game against the Titans. He shares insights on the Flyers' training camp and the Sixers' ticket prices, while also reflecting on significant moments in Philly s...

On this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses significant events from September 17 across various years, including standout performances from the Phillies, Eagles, and Sixers. He highlights the emotional return of the Phillies post-9/11, the debuts of baseball legends Eddie Collins and Jimmy Rollins, and a thrilling Eagles comeback led by Randall Cun...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the current struggles of the Philadelphia Phillies, the challenges faced by the Eagles' offensive line, and insights from the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame. He also highlights changes at Philly Goat, reflects on historical sports moments from September 16th, and poses a thought-provoking 'What...

In this episode of Philly Sports History, Jim Montgomery reflects on personal growth over the past five years, encouraging listeners to consider if their current selves would make their past selves proud. He discusses the recent injury of Eagles player Landon Dickerson and its implications for the team's performance. Montgomery also covers the Phillies' playoff push, emphasizing the import...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery reflects on the Eagles' season opener, highlighting Jalen Hurts' performance and the team's overall execution. He emphasizes the need for patience among fans, noting that the first game of the season is often a work in progress. The conversation then shifts to the Phillies' recent struggles and thei...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, sharing personal stories and the impact of the tragedy on American unity. He transitions into a discussion about the current state of Philadelphia sports, including the Phillies and Eagles, and previews upcoming games. The episode features an AI simulation of a matchup between the 2024 Eagles and the 2007 Giants, followed by...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the kickoff of the NFL season, highlights from the Phillies game, and engages listeners with a segment called 'Jimbo's Choice' where he compares iconic plays. He also reflects on significant moments in Phillies history and provides updates on both the Eagles and Phillies as they head into a bu...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the kickoff of the NFL season, focusing on the Eagles' predictions and the impact of Brandon Graham's retirement. He analyzes a recent Phillies game, highlighting base running issues, and shares exciting news about the new arena for the Flyers and Sixers. The episode also features a segment called 'Jimbo's Choice,' where listeners choos...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery reflects on the importance of collaboration and teamwork in both professional settings and sports. He discusses the recent performance of the Phillies, previews the upcoming Eagles season, and shares memorable moments from Philly sports history. Additionally, he reflects on his journey as a podcaster over the past four years, expressing gratitude to his listeners an...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery reviews the weekend's events in Philly sports, focusing on the Phillies' disappointing performance, the Eagles' preparations, and the Union's success. He also highlights significant historical moments in Philly sports history and engages listeners with a fun choice between iconic sports songs. 📞 Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the latest updates on the Eagles and Phillies, highlights local sports events, and reflects on memorable moments in Philadelphia sports history. The conversation includes a deep dive into the 1964 Phillies collapse, an AI simulation of a hypothetical World Series matchup, and a fun segment comparing the 2...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery covers significant events from September 3rd, including a recap of the Phillies' recent game, updates on the Eagles, and a discussion on notable players like Ryan Howard and Kyle Schwarber. The episode also features trivia, throwback stories, and memorable moments in Philadelphia sports history, culminating in...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the recent success of the Philadelphia Phillies, including a six-game winning streak and standout performances from players like Bryce Harper. He also delves into insights about the Eagles, particularly focusing on Jalen Hurts and his recent GQ feature, exploring perceptions of his demeanor and dedication...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery reviews the latest happenings in Philly sports, including the Phillies' successful weekend series against the Angels, the Eagles' preseason performance, and significant historical moments in Philly sports history. He emphasizes the importance of patience regarding roster decisions and engages listeners with trivia and reflections on past events.📞 Leave your text or...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the importance of reassessing personal goals as September begins, reflecting on progress made since the start of the year. He shares updates on Philly sports teams, including the Eagles and Phillies, and highlights significant historical moments in Philly sports history. The episode concludes with trivia and a call to action for listeners to engage with th...

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' Jim Montgomery discusses the latest updates on the Phillies and Eagles, including playoff races and preseason insights. He also explores a simulated 2008 World Series matchup between the Phillies and Red Sox, reflecting on historical moments in Philly sports, including notable performances and events. 📞 Leave your text or voicemail t...

In this episode, Jim Montgomery reflects on the passing of Dolly Parton, shares updates on the Philadelphia Phillies' recent performance, and discusses the Eagles' training camp and roster changes. He also covers the end of the Pro Bowl, the legacy of Shoeless Joe Jackson, and highlights significant events in Philly sports history on August 27th. Chapters 00:00 Remembering Dolly Parton and...

Welcome to This Day in Philly Sports History for August 26, 2026! In today's episode, Jim Montgomery breaks down the latest Eagles training camp buzz through the eyes of an 11-year-old, vents about West Coast baseball after another tough Phillies loss, explores a massive butterfly-effect "What If" Wednesday, and dives into today's historic Philly sports milestones. 0:00 – Intro &...

Welcome to a Tuesday edition of This Day in Philly Sports History ! Host Jim Montgomery opens with a dose of morning motivation before diving into the local sports landscape: the Phillies' 9-game winning streak coming to an end in Seattle, growing concerns around Zack Wheeler, East Side Little League’s incredible World Series run ending in extra innings, and the latest buzz from Eagles trainin...