This Day in Philly Sports History

Bryce looked good at 1st Base but the offense still stranded too many runners on base. On this day in 1955 the Phillies split a doubleheader with the Cardinals but won their 11th straight home game in the process. The 2022 Eagles look tough to beat as they dominated the 1980 Eagles. They will play the #5 2002 Eagles for a spot in the tournament finals. Today its a Flyers Regional matchup as the #3...

Not a good series against the Brewers for the Phillies. Things are getting chippy in the James Harden camp. On this day in 1997 the traded beloved catcher/outfielder Darren Daulton to the Marlins. The 1981-82 Sixers needed overtime to beat the 1979-80 Sixers. Today we have a doozy in the Eagles Regional. The #2 2022 Eagles take on the #3 1980 Eagles for a spot in the Eagles Regional Final. Be sure...

The Phils just couldn't get it going yesterday, there are new developments in the Sixers new arena saga, and Andrew Painter needs Tommy John surgery. On this day in 1958, Dow Finsterwald own the 40th PGA Championship held a Llanerch Country Club in Havertown with a score of 4 under. The 2022 Phillies knocked out the 1993 Phillies in the Phillies Regional of the Philly Sports Most Lovable Loser...

Another good win for the Phillies, Daryl Morey spreaks, and an old friend has great things to say about Jalen Hurts. On this day in 1993 the Phillies beat the Dodgers 7-5. John Kruk was hit in the groin by an errant pick off attempt. The injury would ultimately save his life. The 1986-87 Flyers are moving on to the final of the Flyers Regional after beating the 1985-86 Flyers. Today we have a grea...

It's Tuesday, so time for a little positivity/motivation. There was a huge development on As the Harden Turns and the Phils are back in action tonight. On this day in 1927 Ty Cobb hit is 4000th career hit while playing for the A's, in a game where the A's lost to Cobb's former team 5-3. The 2002 Eagles needed an overtime series to beat the 1988 Eagles to move on to the Eagles Regio...

What a weekend for the Phillies. They have a well earned day off today. James Harden is still here. On this day in 1918 the Cubs beat the Phillies 2-1 in 21 innings. The 1980-81 Sixers held off the 1976-77 Sixers to advance in the Philly Spors Most Lovable Loser Tournament. Today we kick off the 2nd round with an Eagles Regional Matchup. the #8 1988 Eagles take on the #5 2002 Eagles. Be sure to vo...

Great day for the Phillies yesterday, they look to win the series today. On this day in 2003 the Sixers signed Kenny Thomas to a 7 year $50 million contract. The 2022 Phillies knocked off the 1950 Phillies to move on in the Philly Sports Lovable Loser Tournament. Today the 1st round concludes with the Sixers Regional as the #2 1976-77 Sixers take on the #7 1980-81 Sixers. Be sure to vote. For more...

The Phillies offense decided to take an extended All-Star Break and forgot to show last night. On this day in 2007 the Phillies lost to the Cardinals 10-2, for the 10,000th loss in franchise history. Adam Eaton was his normal, terrible self. The 1999-00 Flyers beat the 1979-80 team to advance in the Philly Sports Most Lovable Loser Tournament. Today is the final 1st round matchup in the Phillies R...

The Phillies are back! On this day in 1988 the Phillies lost to the Astros 7-5 but Mike Schmidt hit is 537th career homerun, passing Mickey Mantle for 7th all-time. The 2022 Eagles dominated the 2003 Eagles to move on in the Philly Sports Most Lovable Loser Tournament. Today is the final first round mathcup in the Flyers Regional. The #2 1979-80 Flyers take on the #7 1999-00 Flyers. Be sure to vot...

The dog days continue but the Phillies are back in action tomorrow so hope is on the way. On this day in 1896 the Phillies lost to the Chicago Colts 9-8. Ed Delahanty became just the second player to hit 4 homers in a game. The top seed 1979-80 Sixers beat the 2020-21 Sixers in their first round matchup. Today is the final 1st round matchup in the Eagles Regional as the #2 2022 Eagles take on the...

Nick Castellanos and Craig Kimbrel represented the Phillies well in the All-Start Game, helping to end the National League's losing streak. On this day in 1946 Vance Dinges hit the first and only pinch-hit inside the park homerun for the Phillies in a 4-3 loss to the Pirates. The 1983 Phillies knocked the 1915 Phillies out the Philly Sports Most Lovable Loser Tournament. Today in a Sixers Regi...

No sports no problem. It's Tuesday so we have some motivation/positivity and a very special announcement. On this day in 2005 Bobby Abreu won the Home Run Derby, hitting a then record 41 homeruns. The 1996-97 Flyers beat the 2009-10 Flyers to move on. In today's Phillies Regional matchup, the #4 1915 Phillies take on the #5 1983 Phillies. Be sure to vote. Want more Phillies coverage? Check...

What a stinker going into the All-Star Break. The Phillies looked like a team that checked out early. On this day in 1911 the Phillies beat the Cardinals 4-2. Left fielder Sherry Magee knocked out the home plate umpire over balls and strikes. The 2002 Eagles knocked out the 1947 Eagles in the Philly Sports Lovable Loser Tournament. Today we have a 1st round matchup in the Flyers Regional. The #3 1...

The streak is over but the Phillies can still win the series this afternoon against the Marlins. On this day in 1996 the NL beat the AL 6-0 in the last All-Star Game played in Philly. Mike Piazza was the MVP. The 1981-82 Sixers beat the 2018-19 to move on in the Philly Sports Lovable Loser Tournament. Today we have an Eagles Regional matchup. The #4 1947 Eagles take on the #5 2002 Eagles. The winn...

What a win for the Phillies! They go for the team record this afternoon. On this day in 1933 the Philadelphia Eagles were founded. Happy 90th Birthday! The 2009 Phillies soundly beat the 1964 Phillies in the Philly Sports Most Lovable Loser Tournament. Today we have a first round matchup in the Sixers Regional. The #4 1981-82 Sixers take on the #5 2018-19 Sixers. Be sure to vote. Check out Phillyg...

That's a sweep, setting up a huge series in Miami this weekend for the Phillies. On this day in 1964, Johnny Callison of the Phillies hit a 3-run walkoff homerun to give the National League a 7-4 in the All-Star Game. Callison won the MVP. The 1986-87 Flyers defeated the 1984-85 Flyers with 67% of the vote. Today's matchup is the epitome of this tournament. The #1 2009 Phillies take on the...

Another good win by the Phillies, their 11th road win in a row. On this day in 2019 the Sixers officially completed the 4-team trade that sent Jimmy Butler to Miami and brought Josh Richardson to the Sixers. Changing the landscape of both teams. The aftershocks are still felt today. The 1980 Eagles are moving on after soundly defeated the 2008 Eagles in the Philly Sports Lovable Loser tournament....

Great win for the Phillies. Thank you for 300 episodes, here's to 300 more. On this day in 1953, the Phillies beat the Pirates 2-0 in 10 innings. Robin Roberts pitched his 28th consecutive complete game. The 2000-01 Sixers are moving in as they dominated the 1985-86 team. Today's matchup is in the Eagles regional. #3 1980 Eagles take on the #6 2008 Eagles. Be sure to vote for your favorite...

Happy Independence Day. Try to be better today at listening and respecting everyone's differences instead of jumping to tell them how they're wrong. On this day in 1979 Steve Carlton 1-hit the Mets but the Phillies found out 3 of their starters were going on the DL. Congrates to the 1993 Phillies for their come from behind win against the 2011 Phillies. Today's matchup is in the Sixers...

The Phillies lost 2 of 3 this weekend to the pesky Nationals. We update you on the lastest in the "As the Harden Turns" saga. On this day in 1993 the Phillies traded for Roger Mason who would be one of their best pitchers that postseason. We had another #1 seed go down yesterday as the 1985-86 Flyers took down the #1 1976-77 Flyers. Today we have a Phillies Regional matchup. The #2 1993...

The Phillies bats exploded yesterday. There is no update on James Harden. On this day in 1993 the Phillies started a doubleheader against the Padres that wouldn't end until 4:41 the next mornning. Today's matchup is from the Flyers Regional. #1 1976-77 takes on #8 1985-86. In yesterday's match up the #8 1988 Eagles pulled off the upset of the #1 2004 Eagles. Check out Phillygoat.com fo...

The Phillies dropped the opener to the Nationals and James Harden is not happy with the Sixers. On this day in 1951, the Phillies lost to the Dodgers 2-0, after allowing 1 hit. It's the opening game for the Philly Sports Lovable Loers Tournament. Today's matchup is in the Eagles Regional. The #1 seed 2004 Eagles take on the #8 1988 Eagles. Be sure to vote for your favorite. Check out Phill...

Phillies win again, the Flyers had a solid Day 2 but the big news is that James Harden opted into his player option. This opens up a many more doors for the Sixers. On this day in 1992 the Flyers sent a massive haul to the Quebec Nordiques for Eric Lindros. Today's rival is the New York Giants. Check out Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for...

The Flyers had a pretty good day 1 of the draft and the Phillies are looking to sweep the Cubs. On this day in 1985 the Montreal Gazette published an interview with Mike Schmidt where he ripped into Philly fans. Today's rival is the Dallas Cowboys. Check out Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order https://phillygoat.com?sc...

It's NHL Draft Day. The Flyers future starts tonight. Good win by the Phils. On this day in 2004 David Bell hit for the cycle in a 14-6 win over the Expos. Today's rival is the Big 5. Check out Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order https://phillygoat.com?sca_ref=3506726.ZGFMWoynyT