This Day in Philly Sports History

MessiMania can in and ran wild on the Union last night, the Phillies dropped a disappointing one to the Blue Jays and the Sixers are officially a dumpster fire. On this day in 2022 the Phillies won their 10,000th game in team history with an 11-3 win over the Reds, becoming the 9th team to do so. Today we look at the Eagles safeties. Check out Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. U...

It's MessiMania Day. The Phills are back in action tonight and the Sixers are officially a mess. On this day in 1990 the Phillies beat the Giants 6-0 as Terry Mulholland pitched the first no-hitter in Veteran's Stadium history. We spotlight the Eagles Linebackers today. Check out Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order...

Tough ending to the homestand for the Phillies but they get a much needed day off today before heading to Toronto. We have another update in the James Harden saga and Messimania is running wild. On this day in 2001 the Eagles/Ravens preseason game was officially cancelled one day after it was postponed due to turf problems at the Vet. Today we take a look at Sean Desai. Check out Phillygoat.com fo...

Eagles football is back, the Phillies laid an egg and MessiMania has taken over the area. On this day in 1972 the Phillies split a doubleheader with the Expos but the story was The Great Wallenda walking across the Vet on a wire in between games. We focus on the Eagles kicking game today. Check out Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of...

The Phills bats exploded last year, the Sixers are playing on Christmas Day again, and there is Eagles football tonight! On this day in 1993 the Sixers signed 38 year old Moses Malone - 7 years after trading him away - to be a mentor to Shawn Bradley. Today we look at the non-kicking aspect of the Eagles Special Teams. Check out Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo co...

It took a few innings but the Phills bats proved to be the difference in the 6-2 win over the Nationals last night. It's alumni weekend as the Twins come to town for a 3 game set. On this day in 2004 the Phillies beat the Rockies 15-4 as both Jim Thome and Randy Wolf hit 2 homers. Wolf became the 7th (and likely last) Phillies pitcher to accomplish the feat. Today we focus on the Eagles offens...

What a great night at Citizen's Bank Park. Congrats to Michael Lorenzen on pitching a no-hitter, Wes Wilson for his first MLB hit (a homerun) and Nick Castellanos for his 200th career homerun. On this day in 1974 Jorge Lebron made his pro debut for the Phillies single A club, at 14 years old. Today we look at the right guard battle for the Eagles. For more Phillies coverage check out 2008philz...

The Phillies split their doubleheader with the Nationals but are still in the lead for the top NL wildcard spot. The Union are on a collision course for a date with Lionel Messi next week. On this day in 1919, the Phillies traded Possum Whitted for Casey Stengel, who would be better known for his managerial skills than his time with the Phils. Today's Eagles focus is on the quarterbacks behind...

It's Tuesday and if you don't fail, you're not trying. The Phillies will play 2 today. On this day in 1903 it was "Black Saturday". In a tragic accident, part of the left field bleachers of the Baker Bowl collapsed, killing 12 and injuring 232. Today's Eagles focus is on the tight ends. For more Phillies coverage check out 2008philz, the biggest Phillies e-mail newsletter...

Phillies battled to take 2 of 3 from the Royals this weekend. They have 4 coming up against the Nationals this week. On this day in 2000 Ed Wad traded Mickey Morandini to the Blue Jays for Rob Ducey, who had traded to them just 12 days before. Today we look at the rest of the Eagles receivers. For more Phillies coverage check out 2008philz, the biggest Phillies e-mail newsletter in the world. Foll...

Has Trea Turner broken out of his funk? The Phillies look to win the series against the Royals this afternoon. On this day in 1963 the Sixers officially go ttheir name. Walter Stahlberg of West Collingswood, New Jersey is credited with winning the contest. He was one of 9 contestants that chose the Seventy-Sixers. Today's Eagles question is Quez Watkins and whether he can bounce back. For more...

Not a good loss for the Phillies last night but the standing ovation for Trea was amazing. It won't but it should help to change the Philly fan narrative. On this day in 1921, the Pirates beat the Phillies 8-5 in the first MLB game to be broadcast on the radio. Today's Eagles focus is on AJ Brown and Devonta Smith. For more Phillies coverage check out 2008philz, the biggest Phillies e-mail...

The Phillies took 3 out of 4 against the Marlins this week and welcome the Royals to Citizen's Bank Park this weekend. On this day in 1947 Trenton native Ike Williams knocked out Philly native "Bobcat" Bob Montgomery at Municipal Stadium to unify the light heavyweight championship. Today's Eagles 31 questions in 31 days focus is on the running backs. For more Phillies coverage ch...

What a horrible ending to the Phillies game last night. They look to take 3 of 4 this afternoon against the Marlins. On this day in 2003 FC Barcelona and Manchester United played in the first ever event at Lincoln Financial Field. Man U won 3-1. For today's 31 questions in 31 days we look at offensive coordinator Brian Johnson. For more Phillies coverage check out 2008philz, the biggest Philli...

The Phillies made some moves at the trade deadline, nothing splashy but they're probably better than they were at this point yesterday so that's a plus. On this day in 2016 the Phillies beat the Giants 13-8 and a fan was ejected by the umpire for saying "you suck". For today's 31 questions in 31 days we take a look at head coach Nick Sirianni to see if he is ready to take a l...

It's Positivity/Motivational Tuesday and Trade Deadline Day, what will the Phillies do? They had a great win yesterday and look to put some more distance between them and the other teams in the Wild Card race. Congrats to the 2000-01 Sixers for winning the Philly Sports Most Lovable Loser Tournament. On this day in 1945, Irv Hall of the A's was credited with a hit in a game against the Sen...

What a bad weekend in Pittsburgh for the Phillies. The Kelly Green jerseys go on sale today and Eagles fans are tailgating the pro shop. On this day in 2009 the Phillies beat the Giants 5-1 in Cliff Lee's debut with the Phillies. The final of the Philly Sports Most Lovable Loser Tournament is set. It's the 2000-01 Sixers taking on the 2022 Eagles. Get your vote in. For more Phillies covera...

The Phillies completely fell apart in Pittsburgh last night. The Kelly Green jerseys were "leaked" yesterday and they look good. On this day in 1995 Mike Schmidt and Richie Ashburn were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. The 2022 Eagles punched their ticket to the finals of the Philly Sports Lovable Loser Tournament. They'll take on the winner of the 2022 Phillies and the 2000-...

The Phillies be the Pirates in a tight one thanks to Zack Wheeler's gem and Schwarber's bomb. On this day in 1984 the Phillies beat the Expos 6-4 with a pinch hit 2-run homer in the 9th inning of a game that Juan Samuel and Von Hayes started them off with back to back homers in the 1st. The 2000-01 Sixers have completed the final four of the Philly Sports Most Lovable Loser Tournament. The...

The Kelly Green is back. The Phillies are in Pittsburgh this weekend and the Sixers provided an update on their new arena. On this day in 1895 Joe Borden pitched the first professional baseball no-hitter. The Philadelphia White Stockings beat the Chicago White Stockings 4-0. The 2022 Phillies are dancing on their own to the finals of the Philly Sports Lovable Loser Tournament after upsetting the 2...

The Phillies win again against the Orioles. The Eagles kick off training camp and the Union are moving on the the knockout stage in the Leagues Cup. On this day in 2008 the Philadelphia Union won Arena Bowl XXII, seemingly breaking the curse of Billy Penn. The 1996-97 Flyers hung on to beat the 1986-87 Flyers and will represent the Flyers Regional in the Final Four. Today we crown the Phillies Reg...

The Phillies walk it off to tie the series with the Orioles. The Eagles have their first practice today. Nick Nurse compares B-Ball Paul to Pascal Siakam. On this day in 2000 the Phillies traded Curt Schilling to the D-Backs for Travis Lee, Omar Daal, Vincente Padilla, and Nelson Figueroa. The 2022 Eagles will be representing the Eagles in the Philly Sports Lovable Loser Finals. Today we crown the...

A good game but a tough loss for the Phillies last night. It's Tuesday so we have some motivation/positivity. Today is the opening of Eagles training camp. On this day in 2015 Cole Hamels threw a no-hitter in his final start with the Phillies. The 2000-01 Sixers are moving on to the Sixers regional final. Today we will crown a champion in the Eagles regional as the #2 2022 Eagles will take on...

After ending the 4 game losing streak, the Phillies enter a pivotal week both on and off the field. On this day in 2002, Brett Myers made his Major League debut. He beat the Cubs 4-2 after going 8 innings. The 2009 Phillies have moved on to the Phillies Regional Final and will take on the 2022 team for the right to represenet the Phillies in the Final Four. Today the #3 2000-01 Sixers take on the...

The Phillies blew a gem by Zach Wheeler last night. They look to avoid the sweep this afternoon. On this day in 1990 the Phillies beat the Mets the 7-4 after being no hit for 5 innings by Frank Viola. The 1996-97 Flyers beat the 1999-00 Flyers with 60% of the vote yesterday. They'll play the 1986-87 for the Flyers championship on Wednesday. Today the #1 2009 Phillies will play the #5 1983 Phil...