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Celtics Beat 76ers 144-106 in PreseasonSports — 3dThe Boston Celtics routed the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers 144-106 in a preseason game, pulling away after a slow start. Jayson Tatum scored 23 points and Payton Pritchard added 25 for Boston, while VJ Edgecombe led Philadelphia with 19.

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Kraken Beat Winless Flyers 3-2 in Shootout — 2dSeattle beat Philadelphia 3-2 in a shootout, overcoming the Flyers’ third-period comeback and extending their winless start to the season. Bobby McMann scored the deciding shootout goal as the Kraken continued their strong run.

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Hurricanes Send Flyers to Record Seventh Straight Loss — 3dCarolina beat Philadelphia 4-1, sending the Flyers to a franchise-record seventh straight loss and an 0-5-2 start while the Hurricanes extended a five-game win streak.

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Westbrook Develops Series on Smith and Jazzy Jeff — Oct 6, 2026Westbrook Studios and The Malar Group are developing “215,” a scripted series about Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff’s rise from teenage friends in late-1980s Philadelphia to hip-hop stars. The project will follow their pursuit of a record deal amid the city’s growing hip-hop scene and is the first title in the companies’ film and television partnership.

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James Debuts for 76ers as Brown Scores 18 — Oct 5, 2026Jaylen Brown scored 22 points in 17 minutes in his Philadelphia 76ers preseason debut, helping lead a win over the Knicks while stars Joel Embiid, LeBron James and Tyrese Maxey sat out. His strong showing underscored his potential to carry the offense when teammates are unavailable; Brown also highlighted building chemistry with his new teammates.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

NFL to DHS: Take Down Dawkins Post — Sep 29, 2026The NFL hasn’t taken kindly to the Department of Homeland Security using a montage of former Philadelphia Eagles star Brian Dawkins’ hard-hitting tackles hinting they are akin to f… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Marcus Bell The NFL has every right to control how their players' highlights get used by other agencies.

Eagles Host Rams as Puka Nacua Returns — Sep 30, 2026The Eagles’ defense faces significant concerns ahead of its matchup with the Rams: linebacker Zack Baun is in concussion protocol, defensive tackle Jalen Carter is playing through a wrist fracture, and the team is still rotating struggling safeties. Los Angeles expects star receiver Puka Nacua to return, adding to the challenge for Philadelphia.

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LeBron, Embiid, Maxey sit out 76ers preseason opener — Oct 5, 2026LeBron James, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey will miss Philadelphia’s preseason opener against the Knicks, with only Jaylen Brown and VJ Edgecombe available among the Sixers’ projected starters. James is managing chronic foot arthritis and lower-back sciatica, while the team has said it wants to balance preseason playing time with rest.

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Dana Whitfield LeBron managing arthritis and sciatica this early means the Sixers need to be careful with his minutes all year.

Case Keenum dives in smiling, then gives God the glory after Bears’ 27-7 win — Sep 29, 2026In his first start since 2023, Case Keenum led Chicago past Philadelphia on Monday night, celebrated with his family, and thanked God for the night.

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Sports Shows Debate MLB, NFL, NBA — Oct 1, 2026The Braves eliminated the Phillies with a 6-2 win in Game 3 of their wild-card series, with Philadelphia’s decision to start Aaron Nola drawing scrutiny. Elsewhere in the MLB postseason, commentators debated whether the Dodgers slighted Yoshinobu Yamamoto by choosing Tarik Skubal to start Game 1 of the NLDS.

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Seattle Kraken Open 2026-27 Season 2-2Sports — Oct 4, 2026Fantasy hockey managers entering the 2026 NHL season’s second week can target hot-starting Oilers winger Vasily Podkolzin and account for team schedules when streaming players; Boston faces Utah and Philadelphia, while six teams play only twice. Florida’s outlook has taken a major hit with Aleksander Barkov sidelined long term, and early breakouts such as Evan Bouchard’s opening-night hat trick are reminders that the first week can quickly upend draft expectations.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Braves’ Chris Sale Game 2 Start Remains Uncertain — Oct 2, 2026Chris Sale helped Atlanta clinch its Wild Card Series against Philadelphia by recording the final four outs after starting earlier in the series, leaving his availability for the NLDS against Los Angeles uncertain. Manager Walt Weiss has not ruled out Sale starting Sunday’s Game 2 but says the Braves will prioritize his health, as their thin rotation could otherwise put added pressure on inexperienced starters and the bullpen.

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Marcus Bell They need to keep Sale out Sunday and lean on the bullpen early even if it means more work for the younger guys later on.

Eagles Suffer First 20-Point Loss in Three Years — Sep 26, 2026Eagles coach Nick Sirianni has voiced strong confidence in Jalen Hurts, praising his toughness and leadership under the pressure of Philadelphia’s quarterback role. The team’s 27-7 loss to Chicago, in which its offense managed only one touchdown, underscored the challenges facing the Eagles amid a difficult start.

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Phillies Clinch Berth, Face Braves in Wild-Card Series — Sep 26, 2026With their playoff berth in jeopardy, the Phillies turned to Aaron Nola to start against Tampa Bay on just two days’ rest, despite his recent 88-pitch outing. Nola is expected to offer only a few innings, leaving a struggling bullpen to cover much of the game as Philadelphia tries to protect its narrow lead over Arizona, which holds the tiebreaker.

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Bears’ Bagent Enters Concussion Protocol, Eagles Availability Unclear — Sep 22, 2026Tyson Bagent is in the NFL concussion protocol and could miss Monday night’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles, potentially leaving the Bears with Case Keenum as the starter if Williams cannot go due to a hamstring injury. If both Bagent and Williams are unavailable, third-string rookie Miller Moss could be called up, highlighting the Bears’ precarious quarterback depth ahead of the matchup.

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Elena Vasquez Bagent's concussion on top of Williams' hamstring leaves the Bears in a tough spot for Monday night.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Phillies Near Playoff Berth After 6-4 Win — Sep 23, 2026Zack Wheeler struck 11 batters, including a franchise-record seven in a row to start, as the Phillies defeated the Brewers 6-4 with Bryson Stott delivering the tiebreaking RBI in the eighth. Brandon Marsh homered and drove in three, Wheeler’s early dominance helped Philadelphia inch toward a playoff spot, while Jhoan Duran earned the save to preserve the win and the Phillies closed in on clinching with their magic number shrinking.

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Maya Lindstrom Stott's eighth-inning RBI single after Marsh's homer shows this offense can deliver when the starter hands them a lead.

Wheeler’s Seven Scoreless Lift Phillies in Wild-Card Race — Sep 15, 2026Zack Wheeler delivered seven scoreless innings against Washington, boosting the Phillies' playoff hopes as he nears 2,000 career strikeouts and helps stabilize a rotation shaken by Luzardo's IL placement. With Luzardo out and inconsistencies from other starters, Philadelphia faces a critical stretch and relies on Wheeler to anchor the staff ahead of the Wild Card round.

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Team USA Wins Four Medals, Sets American RecordSports — Sep 18, 2026Across sports, the start of the NFL season intersects with notable alumni loyalties as Mike Trout cheers the Eagles while his baseball team lags, reflecting a busy opening weekend for Philadelphia’s teams. In track and hockey-roots news, Team USA claimed multiple medals at the World Road Running Championships, the Saskatoon Blades kicked off WHL preseason with new prospects, and a slate of MLB and other sports headlines highlight pivotal playoff pushes and injuries.

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Eagles Star Receiver Credits God for His Unexpected Path to the Super Bowl: ‘I Had Plans and God Had Other Plans’Reporting — Feb 9, 2023Wide receiver A.J. Brown was ready for the long haul and the big time as a member of the Tennessee Titans, for whom he was a growing star. Then came the April 2022 blockbuster. Tennessee traded him to the Philadelphia…

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NFL Coach Restrained By Security After Exchange With Player — Jan 12, 2026It’s playoff season — and tempers are flaring in Philly. In a fiery sideline moment that lit up social media, Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and star wide receiver A.J. Brown got into a heated…

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Another NFL Star Arrested And Thrown In Jail — May 22, 2026Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested in Georgia last week after authorities say he was caught driving nearly twice the speed limit on a local interstate. According to ESPN, the 25-year-old Super…

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Yankees Edge Phillies 1-0 on Apple TV — Jul 19, 2026The Philadelphia Phillies’ midseason turnaround accelerated under interim manager Don Mattingly after a disastrous 9-19 start, transforming them into a legitimate NL East contender as they chase playoff positioning, including a high-profile series against the Dodgers. Off the field, Philadelphia’s All-Star week produced more than a celebration, delivering multi‑million dollar legacy investments while highlighting the ongoing need for organized coaching and volunteer infrastructure to sustain youth baseball growth.

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Sixers Enter Star-Studded Era With James, Brown — Aug 22, 2026The Philadelphia 76ers’ young guard V.J. Edgecombe is adjusting to playing alongside LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, focusing on learning from the veterans and staying ready to adapt his role to help the team win. He emphasizes hard work, earning open shots, and maintaining his aggressive mindset as the team preps for training camp after significant offseason additions.

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LeBron Debuts with 76ers in Oct Opener vs Knicks — Aug 11, 2026LeBron James’ move to the Philadelphia 76ers makes the team a marquee national draw for the 2026-27 season, featuring high-profile early matchups against the Cavaliers and Knicks and a showcase on opening night and Christmas Day. The Cavaliers and other league contenders react to the upheaval, with questions surrounding James’ impact, Harden’s contract status, and the evolving rosters as the league leans into the Sixers’ star power on a packed schedule.

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