This Day in Philly Sports History

The Flyers picked up a point last night but the Capitals on breathing down their necks. The Sixers welcome James Harden back to Philly. Jeff Lurie spoke to the media and will the Phillies get to play tomorrow? The Question of the Day is "How far do you see the Phillies going this year?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Betty Shellenberger. On this day in 2...

It's a motivation/positivity Tuesday. Nothing positive about the Sixers West Coast swing. Flyers start their dash to towards the playoffs tonight against the Rangers. Johan is our starting centerfielder and what did Howie have to say yesterday? The Question of the Day is "Will the Phillies win the NL East this year?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Ju...

Great win for the Sixers over an old friend. Not so great for the Flyers. Looks like Rojas will be our starting CF against the Braves this week and Howie still hasn't extended Smitty yet. The Question of the Day is "Are you over or under Phillies wins at 89.5?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Spotlight is Ora Washington. On this day in 2005 UNC beat Villanova 67-66 in t...

Big win for the Flyers yesterday as they beat the Bruins with a late goal. They're back in action tonight against the Panthers. Sixers are in action this afternoon against our old pal James Harden. The Question of the Day is "Which seed will the Sixers get in the playoffs?" Our Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Irene Guest. On this day in 1979 the Michigan State Sp...

The Sixers fall to 0-2 on their West Coast Swing. The Drexel Women Dragons put forth a valiant effort but ultimately couldn't overcome the Texas Longhorns. Zack Wheeler looks sharp heading into his Opening Day start. The Question of the Day is "Other than CF what is the biggest question mark surrounding the Phillies?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is t...

It's March Madness Day 2, is your bracket busted? The Flyers left Carolina with a point while the Sixers are set to take on the Lakers tonight. Good luck to the Drexel Dragons women team today against Texas. The Question of the Day is "Who should be the Phillies Opening Day CF?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Tina Sloan Green. On this day in 2002 Tem...

It's March Madness! The most wonderful time of the year. The Sixers laid an egg in Phoenix and Tijuan Walker did the same in Florida. Nova and St. Joe's are done. The Question of the Day is "Where does March Madness rank among the all-time sporting events?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Valerie Still. On this day in 1958 the Temple Owls, led by...

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The Flyers picked up a huge win last night against the Maple Leafs - without their captain. The Sixers start a pivotal West Coast swing tonight and Ranger Suarez looked awesome in 5 innings. The Question of the Day is "Which of John Chaney's unexpected Elite 8 teams was the best?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Helen Sigel Wilson. On this day in 1993...

It's Tuesday so that means its time for some motivation/positivity. The Sixers picked up a huge win against the Heat last night. The Flyers have a huge game against the Maple Leafs tonight. The Question of the Day is "Is the Big 5 as we knew it dead?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Yolanda Laney. On this day in 1955 the defending champion La Salle Ex...

They fought hard but the Temple Owls will not be going dancing this year. The Drexel Women will be the only representative from Philly playing in the NCAAs. The Sixers return to action tonight and Jo did some practicing yesterday. The Question of the Day is "What is Wilt Chamberlain's most impressive feat?" Our Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Clara Schroth-Lomady...

The Temple Owls still have a shot at the Big Dance. The Sixers won a game they needed to win and the Flyers fought hard against the Bruins but came up short. The Question of the Day is "Which former Cowboy who signed with the Eagles was the worst?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Spotlight is Olga Dorfner. On this day in 1997 the Eagles held a press conference to announce t...

Temple and St. Joe's are playing spots in their conference finals today. The Flyers, Sixers and Union return to action tonight and what will Howie do today? The Question of the Day is "Which former Philly athlete or coach do you wish had won a championship here?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Cindy Timchal. On this day in 1985 Georgetown beat Temple...

The Temple Owls and the St. Joe's Hawks still have their bubbles in tact after both had impressive wins yesterday. The Villanova Wildcats were not as lucky. Neither were the Sixers or the Flyers. The Question of the Day is "Should the Sixers bring Joel back if they're in the play-in tournament?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Muffet McGraw. On th...

The Villanova men survive an upset bid. The Owls and Hawks are still clinging to hope. Did Howie break the NFL rules? CJGJ apologizes for calling us obnoxious, but was he correct? The Question of the Day is should the Eagles pursue Justin Fields as their backup? Hit up the voice and text line to get your voice heard. Today's Philly Sports Women's History Spotlight is Beth Anders. On this d...

Howie's still doing Howie things, CJ Gardner-Johnson is back. The Sixers are in a tailspin, has anyone seen Tobias and the Flyers picked up 2 points. The Question of the Day is "What grade do you give Howie for free agency so far?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Gertrude "Gertie" Dunn. On this day in 2005 the Raptors beat the Sixers 128-110...

Howie was very active doing Howie things yesterday including signing Saquon Barkley to a 3 year deal. The Sixers, Flyers, and Union all return to action tonight. The Question of the Day is "What is Allen Iverson's most iconic play as a Sixer?" Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Linda Page. On this day in 1997 the Bulls beat the Sixers 108-104. Rookie All...

The Sixers beat the Knicks in a throwback game last night 79-73. John Tortorella is suspended for 2 games for his actions in Tampa. The legal tampering period officially has begun. We say goodbye to Fletcher Cox who is retiring after 12 years with the Eagles. The Question of the Day is "Is Fletcher Cox a Hall of Famer?" Call or text 267-495-8531 to get your voice heard. Today's Phill...

The Flyers put up a stinker in Tampa losing 7-0 last night. BG is coming back for his 15th season and the Sixers are in New York to take on the Knicks. The Question of the Day is "Where does Brandon Graham rank among the Eagles greats?" Call or text 267-495-8531 to get your thoughts heard. Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Dorothy Germain Porter. On this da...

The Sixers dug themselves a deep hole that they were unable to get out of as they lost to the Pelicans. Danny Briere was active up to the 3 pm trade deadline. Both the Nova men and women hope to not have have their bubbles burst today. The Question of the Day is "Which major sports playoffs are the most exciting?" Call or text 267-495-8531 to get your voice heard. The Philly Sports Women...

Huge road win for the Flyers yesterday over the best team in the NHL. Somehow the Sixers are still within striking distance of the 4 seed and we've added the Villanova Women to our Bubble Watch. The Question of the Day is "What is the best Philly Sports Nickname of all-time?" Call or text 267-495-8531 to get your voice heard. On International Women's Day our Philly Sports Women&#...

Danny Briere is making some moves ahead of the NHL trade deadline. The Sixers dropped a game they needed to and should have won. Villanova's Bubble got a little smaller last night and the Temple Women earned a share of the American title and the #3 seed in the tournament. The Question of the Day is "Which Philly athlete had injuries most impact their career?" Call or text 267-495-853...

The Sixers lost a winnable game last night without Jo or Maxey. Zack Wheeler made his spring debut and debuted a new pitch. We check the bubble status of the Nova Men and Temple Women. The Question of the Day is "Who is the most beloved Philly athlete of all-time?" Call or text 267-495-8531 to get your voice heard. Today's Philly Sports Women's History Month Spotlight is Marilyn...

Jason Kelce calls it a career and of course he crushed the speech. The Question of the Day is "Who is the best athlete to play their entire career in Philly?" Call or text 267-495-8531 to get your thoughts heard. The Flyers got a much needed point against the Blues. Zack Wheeler signed a 3 year $126 millon extension. The Sixers are in action tonight in Brooklyn. Today's Philly Sports...

A good win for the Sixers in Dallas yesterday. Have they started to finally gel without Jo? The Flyers are in action against the Blues tonight and is Fletcher Cox going to retire? If so he will as one of the best to ever do it for the Birds. The Question of the Day is "What is the best name in Philly Sports History?" Call or text 267-495-8531 to get your thoughts heard. Today's Women...