Sports Talk Philly

The guys are back as free agency got underway this week with plenty of movement. The Flyers, however, were quiet after spending months stating they would have an “aggressive retool.” The guys look at how things played out in free agency, the questions facing the front office, and the lack of a sense of direction from the team. 

The big story from the weekend is the acquisition of defenseman Tony DeAngelo, the perception of the deal, and the question of fit for the Flyers. The guys also look at the team’s first-round pick Cutter Gauthier and how the Draft played out. 

The guys are back to discuss the hiring of John Tortorella as Flyers head coach, Joel Farabee’s injury, recap the Stanley Cup Final, and more.

Phillies take 3 from 4 from Padres but lose 2021 NL MVP Bryce Harper indefinitely to a broken finger * Nick Castellanos heating up with Braves, Cards on deck * Bullpen shines as Mark Appel gets his call-up

Phillies take 3 from 4 from Padres but lose 2021 NL MVP Bryce Harper indefinitely to a broken finger * Nick Castellanos heating up with Braves, Cards on deck * Bullpen shines as Mark Appel gets his call-up

Reigning National League MVP Bryce Harper was hit by a pitch Saturday by San Diego Padres starter Blake Snell. Harper fractured his thumb.

Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the successful week Phillies against the Marlins and the Nationals, as the Phillies take 6 out of 8.  Among the topics of discussion this week:
How will the Phillies fare against the Rangers and Padres this week?
What to do about Corey Knebel and Jose Alvarado and the bullpen in general?
The worry around Zach Eflin’s kne

The Phillies optioned outfielder Mickey Moniak to Triple-A Lehigh Valley and recalled infielder Yairo Muñoz.

The Phillies designated for assignment the contract of James Norwood and purchased the contract of pitcher Michael Kelly.

On this Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the state of the Phillies after winning 9 of 10 games. They look at:
Can they keep up the winning?
Letting the young kids play
How to replace Corey Knebel in the bullpen?

The guys update the Flyers coaching search, recap the Conference Finals, and preview the Stanley Cup Final between the Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning.

The Phillies added Scott Kingery and Matt Vierling as Johan Camargo hits the injured list and Zack Wheeler the paternity list.

Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose react to the breaking news that Joe Girardi has been fired as Phillies manager. We discuss:
Who made the decision: President or ownership? Why Rob Thomson over Dusty Wathan? Does Thomson have a shot at the job long term?
All this and more.

On this Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the recent Phillies freefall, including: The poor defense and how to remedy it. Should Joe Girardi’s job be on the line? Is it too early to think about what to do at the trade deadline?

The Phillies added pitcher Cristopher Sanchez and infielder Nick Maton on Wednesday, as the team placed Jean Segura on the 10-day IL and designated Roman Quinn.

The Phillies will now be without Jean Segura, who fractured his finger on Tuesday night against the San Francisco Giants

The Phillies activated outfielder Mickey Moniak from the injured list and immediately started him in center field against the Giants

The guys discuss the latest with the Flyers coaching search and look at the Stanley Cup Playoffs and where things are as the conference finals are about to begin.

Do we know who the Phillies are?  Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss the disappointing home stand.   Where are…

In the latest Powder Blue Podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose break down the West Coast Phillies road trip and discuss: The Phillies go 5-2 out West against the Mariners and Dodgers

The guys discuss a new coaching free agent entering the pool, where the Flyers will pick in the 2022 NHL Draft after the lottery, and look at the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

First the guys look at the final few games of the Flyers season, some of the end-of-season comments from players, Chuck Fletcher’s end-of-season press conference and the lack of a plan, and discuss the story about two Flyers trainers suing team ownership. Then they dive into the Stanley Cup Playoffs and make first-round predictions.

In this Power Blue Phillies podcast, Geoff Mosher and Frank Klose discuss the four-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies, getting no-hit by the New York Mets, and what lies ahead for the Phillies next week
All this and more!

The Phillies let Roman Quinn leave as a free agent this offseason.  The center fielder, coming off an Achilles injury, signed with…

The guys look at Bobby Brink’s NHL debut, some thoughts on the offseason plans, and a quick update on the rest of the NHL and the playoff picture. Join Kyle Collington and Kevin Durso as they break it all down.

Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm expressed frustration at Philadelphia fans Monday night, even using an expletive to describe how he felt about Philadelphia.

The guys look at how some of the young players are faring for the Flyers, including Noah Cates and Ronnie Attard, and newly-signed forward Bobby Brink. Finally, the guys look at the celebration of Lou Nolan’s 50th season as Flyers PA announcer.

According to Todd Zolecki of MLB.com, both Bryson Stott and Alec Bohm have made the Opening Day roster.

The guys are back to discuss the Flyers official elimination from playoff contention, the debuts of Noah Cates and Ronnie Attard, the end of Keith Yandle’s Ironman streak, and recent comments made by Kimmo Timonen and Jake Voracek.