PHILADELPHIA (AP)— Bryce Harper’s RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning lifted the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-5 victory over the New York Mets on Friday night. Roman Quinn led off the inning with a single off Seth Lugo (1-2), and Andrew McCutchen followed with a single. After Rhys Hoskins struck out, Harper ripped an 0-2 pitch to right. Quinn slid headfirst ahead of … [Read more...] about Bryce Harper’s Walk-Off Single Gives Phillies 6-5 Win Over Mets
Sixers Dismantle Rockets In Final Regular Season Game Before Playoffs
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Tobias Harris scored 18 points and the Philadelphia 76ers closed the regular season by trouncing the Houston Rockets 134-96 on Friday night. The 76ers and Rockets played most of their regulars for about the first 2½ quarters even though both teams already were locked into playoff matchups, making Friday night’s game meaningless. Philadelphia begins … [Read more...] about Sixers Dismantle Rockets In Final Regular Season Game Before Playoffs
Bryce Bryce, baby: Phillies 6, Mets 5
James Lang-USA TODAY Sports Also: pay the catcher. Things are at an all-time low right for in Phillies-land. Getting swept by the Orioles at home. An ERA over 10 headed into tonight’s game for the entirety of the bullpen. Defensive miscues and brain cramps have abounded. With the Mets coming into town, there wasn’t much optimism as the series began on Friday night with … [Read more...] about Bryce Bryce, baby: Phillies 6, Mets 5
Jalen Hurts showcases his singing ability during the Eagles rookie talent show
The Philadelphia Eagles are a tight-knit group and nothing brings a ballclub together like the rookie talent show. A second-round pick and the talk of the offseason, Jalen Hurts was given the opportunity to showcase his vocals skills in front of his teammates. In the video from DeSean Jackson’s Instagram page, Hurts sings Al Green’s hit single, ‘Love and Happiness.’ Eagles … [Read more...] about Jalen Hurts showcases his singing ability during the Eagles rookie talent show
TGIF Links
TGI Friday, amirite? Start your weekend off with these links... Villanova Basketball Want a Basketball Season...? Wear a mask! Proud that our guys worked hard - they stayed in great shape ! We’re fired up to be back at it ! pic.twitter.com/Rhi1gWi6RS— Jay Wright (@VUCoachJWright) August 12, 2020 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js The Athletic’s plan to save the … [Read more...] about TGIF Links
NBA Wildcat Watch: Bubble Edition (Aug. 14)
Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images The regular season concludes with Kyle Lowry From Tuesday through Friday, each time a former Wildcat hits the court, we will recap how they did and include a few highlights (if available). On Tuesdays, we’ll also recap what happened over the weekend, so you don’t miss the action. This will also serve as a discussion board. We will … [Read more...] about NBA Wildcat Watch: Bubble Edition (Aug. 14)
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 14
Some big names in the history of the National Hockey League’s “Original 6” franchise made news on this date through the years. Plus, one of the best defensemen of this generation is celebrating a birthday. Taffy to the Big Apple The New York Rangers signed defenseman Clarence Abel on Aug. 14, 1926. The Sault Ste. Marie, MI native earned a regular spot in the Rangers’ … [Read more...] about Today in Hockey History: Aug. 14
Flyers Can’t Take the Canadiens Lightly in the First Round
With the round-robin tournament in the rearview mirror, the Philadelphia Flyers have now turned their attention to the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After claiming the number one seed in the Eastern Conference, the Flyers are facing off against the Original Six franchise Montreal Canadiens. Related: Flyers’ 50-Goal Scorers The Canadiens have been an interesting … [Read more...] about Flyers Can’t Take the Canadiens Lightly in the First Round
Flyers’ Game 1 Win Comes on Carter Hart’s Shoulders
The Philadelphia Flyers victoriously escaped their Game 1 clash with the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday night by the skin of their teeth. After a dominant first period, things started to slip out of control for the Flyers. The Canadiens added pressure on their forecheck and through the neutral zone, making it increasingly more difficult for the Flyers to formulate any kind … [Read more...] about Flyers’ Game 1 Win Comes on Carter Hart’s Shoulders