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5 Phillies thoughts: Even just a good Aaron Nola can go a long way

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:24:11 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Thoughts on why just getting good outings from Aaron Nola can make a big difference for Phillies, potential replacements for Brad Keller, and more.

Sixers film study: Where Dean Wade can impact winning – plus where he cannot

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:25:27 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) In seven NBA seasons, Dean Wade has never averaged more than 6.0 points or 4.9 shots per game. What drew the Sixers to him?

ESPN survey shows that the Eagles are both loaded and underrated

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:41:10 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Over the last couple of weeks, ESPN surveyed "league executives, coaches and scouts" to come up with a list of the top 10 players at each positional group. The Philadelphia Eagles had eight players crack those top 10 lists, which was second in the...

Phillies playoff push begins: what's their path to October?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:55:41 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The season is about to re-start and the push for a playoff spot will begin in earnest this week. The Phillies are in solid shape, sitting just two games behind the Braves for the NL East lead.

Phillies power ranking roundup: Can they keep up the fireworks to topple Atlanta?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:55:19 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Looking at where the national sports outlets have the Phillies ranked headed into the post-All-Star break.

Three free agent signings who make sense for the Eagles prior to training camp

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 02:43:51 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Each year before the start of training camp, Howie Roseman tends to sign a veteran player to help bolster the team's depth. Obviously, it's July, so it's not exactly as if there are a bunch of world-beaters available. Recent examples include EDGE...

When Philly is the center of the sports universe

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:32:23 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Between the World Cup and the MLB All-Star Game, Philadelphia embraced all of it and made it clear: This is always the place to be.

Grading the Phillies' first half performance

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:18:55 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Phillies are 54-43, just two games behind the Braves for the NL East lead and firmly in a Wild Card playoff spot. That's the good news.

Five non-obvious questions facing the Eagles headed into training camp

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:47:06 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) We know what the obvious questions are about the Eagles headed into camp. What are the less-obvious ones?

Flyers get Penguins at home for 2026-27 season opener

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:49:23 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Out of the gate, the Flyers will get a rematch of last year's rollercoaster of a first-round playoff series, very likely with more fireworks to go off.

Revisiting the results of PhillyVoice's 2025-26 preseason Sixers survey

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:01:30 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Before the 2025-26 Sixers season began, 736 fans filled out our survey, registering opinions about the 2025 offseason and an unpredictable campaign ahead.

Red-yellow-green light: Eagles injury concerns heading into training camp

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:46:35 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Barring any surprises, the Philadelphia Eagles probably won't have anyone on their PUP list heading into training camp. But they do have more than a handful of players with injury concerns, so let's round them up here.

Report: LeBron James has 'a focus' on Sixers, Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:05:28 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) It sounds like at least five contenders remain in play to sign LeBron James, but the Sixers are one of three particularly strong suitors.

The Home Run Derby was signature Philly, and it was perfect

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:30:24 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Philly finally got a Home Run Derby, and made the annual summer showcase in July feel like a borderline pennant clincher in October.

2026 NFL pre-preseason power rankings: Can the Rams handle the pressure?

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:35:19 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Rams will enter NFL training camp as our No. 1 team. Will they live up to the hype, or fall into the "Dream Team" trap.

Sixers mailbag: Will Jaylen Brown stunt VJ Edgecombe's development?

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Answering your latest Sixers questions as the LeBron James sweepstakes continue.

The Midsummer Classic Hits Philadelphia: Your Guide to MLB All-Star Week in the City

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:36:08 Z

(Philly Bite Sports) PHILADELPHIA - The wait is over, Philadelphia. For the first time in three decades, the biggest stars in professional baseball have descended upon the birthplace of America. The 2026 MLB All-Star Week is in full swing, transforming the city into a...

Mailbag: Is the historically great Eagles OL becoming increasingly precarious?

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:36:05 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) We are deep into the darkest period of the NFL calendar. Hat tip to the World Cup for helping get us through it, even if we no-showed against Belgium. Let's do a mailbag or two to pass the time, shall we? And as always thanks for doing half the work...

Philadelphia Baseball is Back

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 01:50:42 Z

(Philadelphia Sports Nation) Senior catcher Andrew Cossetti homered in the Hawks 11-4 win. Photo by Joe Schneyder I’m not talking about a stunning move for the Athletics from the plans of going to Las Vegas back to Philly. And no, you didn’t miss the Phillies winning their third...

5 Sixers thoughts: LeBron James contenders keep waiting, Eastern Conference as good as ever and more

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) No matter where LeBron James signs this summer, the Eastern Conference is going to be loaded in 2026-27.

MLB Draft pick tracker: Phillies continue to prioritize velocity, size

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:39:52 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Phillies opened their 2026 draft by taking a swing at a talented high school shortstop with traits and potential despite a lingering back injury.

Phillies first-round shortstop has some intriguing comparisons

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:18:57 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) A recent back injury might lead to some Aidan Miller comps for new Phillies first-round shortstop Tyler Spangler, but the prospect's size and athleticism draw a different comparison.

Revisiting PhillyVoice's 10 predictions for the 2025-26 Sixers season

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) How did our expectations for the 2025-26 Sixers season line up with reality?

MLB All-Star Games in Philadelphia, by the numbers

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:13:02 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The 96th MLB All-Star Game has brought the baseball circus to Philadelphia this week

Eagles mailbag: Create an NFL starting 22, choosing no more than one player per team

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:57:45 Z

Former Sixers forward Alex Reese honors late mother with unique jersey number: 'It just helps me think of her'

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) During his time with the Sixers, Alex Reese became the second player in NBA history – and the first since 1950 – to wear 65 on his jersey. It is much more than an oddity.

Mike Schmidt, Chase Utley star in Phillies All-Star Game hype video

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:05:29 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Two Phillies legends star in the team's hype video promoting the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, which is next week at Citizens Bank Park.

The Flyers didn't get Leo Carlsson, but they might've grabbed the NHL's attention

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:05:20 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Leo Carlsson offer sheet didn't work, but it sent a message that could benefit the Flyers later on.

Should Don Mattingly have 'interim' removed from his title?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:41:29 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) After once saying he didn't want to manage again, Don Mattingly has changed his tune recently. Does he deserve the job going forward?

Is Tyrese Maxey the main attraction for LeBron James as he considers joining Sixers? Rich Paul answers

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:26:34 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Another day, another conversation about LeBron James' fit with the Sixers on the podcast of his agent, Rich Paul.

Ducks match offer sheet, Leo Carlsson kept from Flyers

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:23:40 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Flyers swung for the fences by making Carlsson the highest-paid player in the NHL, but the Ducks are accepting the cost to keep him.

A look at the Eagles' players over 30, and their succession plan for each

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:30:59 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) They don't have to immediately think about it, but the Eagles will have to be ready for what happens after Saquon Barkley and Lane Johnson.

Baseball does the All-Star Game right — it just forgot Zack Wheeler

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:29:15 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Wheeler isn't on the team. His teammate, Luzardo, was added a few days ago instead. No disrespect for Luzardo, who too is deserving — but it's a pretty wild mistake.

Bob Myers makes Sixers' pitch to LeBron James on agent Rich Paul's podcast

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:33:14 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Bob Myers appeared on Rich Paul's podcast and spoke about all things Sixers – including why he believes LeBron James should spend his 24th season in Philadelphia.

MLB trade rumors: The Phillies need to look into these likely available relievers

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:42:24 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) It might be a third priority — after an outfield bat and starting pitcher — but the Phillies bullpen needs upgrades.

Eagles CB Quinyon Mitchell isn't top five at his position?

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:31:52 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Eagles' No. 1 cornerback came in as the NFL's sixth-best corner in ESPN's latest survey of NFL execs, coaches and scouts. Who was ranked higher?

No reunion between Flyers, Claude Giroux as he reportedly will sign back with Senators

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 03:13:28 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Despite rumblings that he might return to Philadelphia, former Flyers captain Claude Giroux is going back to Ottawa.

Sixers mailbag: If LeBron James does not come to Philadelphia, what should rest of free agency look like?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Sixers have a wildly different team than they did a week ago. Could they add arguably the greatest player of all time this week?

Sixers and Celtics officially execute trade involving Jaylen Brown and Paul George

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:58:19 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) Last week's stunning blockbuster trade between the Sixers and Celtics is done.

Former Phillies All-Star closer Al Holland dies at 73

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:37:22 Z

(PhillyVoice - Sports) The Phillies announced the death of former record-setting reliever Al Holland, who saved 55 games in three seasons in Philly.