Phillies’ Aaron Altherr names most feared pitcher, drops corny one-liners

Embed from Getty Images   Philadelphia Phillies' outfielder Aaron Altherr enters the 2016 season with a chance to firmly entrench himself in the team's seemingly bright future. Altherr, after an extremely successful season at both double-a and triple-a, hit five homeruns and drove in 22 RBI's in 137 at-bats at the big-league level in 2015. […]

Tim Kelly  •  20 Jan 2016
Sam Bradford Asking Eagles For $25 Million Prior to Season Made Sense

Embed from Getty Images   Yesterday evening, ESPN's Jim Trotter reported that the reason that Chip Kelly and the Philadelphia Eagles weren't able to reach an extension prior to the 2015 season was that Tom Condon, Bradford's agent, asked the Eagles to give Bradford an average annual salary of $25 million per season.  Here is […]

Tim Kelly  •  20 Jan 2016
‘The Simpsons’ become the latest show to poke fun at Sixers

Embed from Getty Images   At 5-38, there isn't a ton to be proud of as a Sixers fan. Sure, they have played better as of late, but when it comes overall play, there is still plenty to be desired. Since the addition of Ish Smith, the Sixers have played much better, but Nerlens Noel […]

Brandon Apter  •  20 Jan 2016
Around the NFL: Trash talking begins between Pats and Broncos

Embed from Getty Images   Broncos DL calls Brady a "crybaby:" The Denver Broncos and New England Patriots may battle for the AFC crown on Sunday, but a battle of wits has already begun between both sides with just days left before the big game. 

Ryan Gerstel  •  20 Jan 2016
By the Numbers: Last second goal stuns Flyers

 Embed from Getty Images   Game Story The Philadelphia Flyers started this game out quite well. They outshot the Toronto Maple Leafs 11-1 early, and took the lead on a pretty power play pass from Evgeny Medvedev. The goal seemed to wake up the Leafs, who tied the game only two minutes later with a […]

Marc Naples  •  20 Jan 2016
Phillies must-reads: Ryan Howard may play less in 2016

Embed from Getty Images Good morning, Philadelphia. It may be hard to keep in mind given our current weather, but there are only 28 days until Phillies' pitchers and catchers report to spring training. We can make it.  For now, let's take a look at some of the most interesting Phillies articles across the internet.  No […]

Tim Kelly  •  19 Jan 2016
Phillies Video: Pete Mackanin Welcomes Doug Pederson to Philly

Embed from Getty Images   In 2016, Pete Mackanin will essentially get a one-year trial to be the next manager of the Philadelphia Phillies. Mackanin aced his first tryout last season, when the Phillies went 37-51 after he replaced Ryne Sandberg, who resigned with a 26-48 record. Mackanin got a one-year extension from president Andy […]

Tim Kelly  •  19 Jan 2016
Former Phillies’ Starter Joe Blanton Signs With Dodgers

Embed from Getty Images   Former Philadelphia Phillies' starting pitcher Joe Blanton agreed to a one-year deal with Los Angeles Dodgers this evening, the team announced.    Today, the #Dodgers announced the signing of right-handed pitcher Joe Blanton to a one-year contract. — Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) January 19, 2016 This will be Blanton's second […]

Tim Kelly  •  19 Jan 2016
Just after ban is reaffirmed, the Reds will retire Pete Rose’s number and induct him into the Reds Hall of Fame

Embed from Getty Images   It was just over a month ago that Major League Baseball announced that Pete Rose would remain banned from Major League Baseball.   Yet, Rose is going to be honored in a very special way in a Major League Ballpark by a Major League franchise.  Rose's number will be officially retired in […]

Sports Talk Philly  •  19 Jan 2016