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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 3h

In an impressive, gritty game against the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, the Flyers won 5-2.

Captain Sean Couturier leads the way as Flyers get first win under Rick Tocchet in home opener

Couturier finished with two goals and two assists in a 5-2 win over the Panthers, including the go-ahead third period score.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 5h

The Sixers’ former mascot, Hip Hop, is coming back for the 25th anniversary of the 2001 NBA Finals team.

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Scott Lauber @scottlauber.bsky.social · 12h

New episode of "Phillies Extra" from @inquirer.com. This week: Larry Andersen. Please watch (podcast version available shortly):

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Phillies Extra: Larry Andersen

Andersen sits down with The Inquirer’s Scott Lauber on the latest episode of “Phillies Extra” to discuss how the Phillies lost and what comes next.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 11h

Here’s what we know (and don’t) about the Eagles ahead of their Week 7 matchup against the Vikings ⤵️

What we know (and don’t) about the Eagles entering Week 7 vs. the Vikings

No matter the opponent, the Eagles have routinely beaten themselves, from a lack of execution to costly penalties.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 11h

The Eagles have lost back-to-back games for the first time since 2023. Is it time to sound the alarm?

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 11h

Scrappy sculptors slivered away at slabs of solidified swine parts in search of aesthetic excellence and gastronomical glory at Reading Terminal Market’s second annual Scrapple Sculpting Contest Friday.

Philly’s Scrapple Sculpting Contest was won by a Delco tattooer who carved the Tush Push

Philadelphia Art Museum director and CEO Sasha Suda, who judged the competition, said the winning sculpture pushed scrapple "to its absolute limits."

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 12h

The team will issue an announcement later in the week, with Thomson and president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski scheduled to hold back-to-back news conferences Thursday in Citizens Bank Park.

Source: Rob Thomson will be back as Phillies manager in 2026

Thomson, who has one year left on his contract, is the fourth manager in major league history to lead a team to the postseason in each of his first four years on the job.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 13h

Rob Thomson will return to manage the Phillies in 2026, a major-league source has confirmed to @scottlauber.bsky.social.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 13h

Eagles edge rusher Za’Darius Smith posted a message on Instagram on Monday morning that he is retiring from the NFL after 11 seasons.

Eagles’ Za’Darius Smith announces retirement after 11 NFL seasons

The 33-year-old pass rusher, who signed with the Eagles on Sept. 5, wrote on Instagram that he “knew this day would come — but now that it’s here, I’m feeling so many emotions I never expected."

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Olivia Reiner @oliviareiner.bsky.social · 14h

An already-thin edge rushers corps gets thinner with the retirement of Za'Darius Smith: www.inquirer.com/eagles/zadar...

Eagles’ Za’Darius Smith announces retirement after 11 NFL seasons

The 33-year-old pass rusher, who signed with the Eagles on Sept. 5, wrote on Instagram that he “knew this day would come — but now that it’s here, I’m feeling so many emotions I never expected."

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 15h

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James Franklin’s arrogance always outstripped his accomplishments. That’s why Penn State fired him. | Marcus Hayes

A little humility might have helped him weather this storm ... if that's what he wanted. He's got a $48 million parachute.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 15h

A little humility might have helped him weather this storm, writes @inkstainedretch.bsky.social.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 16h

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No more Alec Bohm and Brandon Marsh in the middle of the order, and other offseason truths | David Murphy

Brandon Marsh was 1-for-13 with five strikeouts. Alec Bohm walked six times did not have an extra base hit.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 16h

There is one non-negotiable for the Phillies this offseason, according to @highcheese.bsky.social.

"They need to find a legitimate right-handed power bat who can slot into the batting order after or between Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber."

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 1d

Those who attended Sunday afternoon’s Blue x White scrimmage at the Delaware Blue Coats’ facility received an unexpected treat: The first public glimpse of Joel Embiid partaking in anything resembling live basketball activity since February.

Joel Embiid’s participation in Sixers’ scrimmage a sign of ‘good progression’

It was Embiid's first public "live" action since February, when his 2024-25 season was derailed by ongoing knee issues.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 1d

The Sixers' Blue x White scrimmage showcased Joel Embiid’s health and a provocative two-big lineup that featured the big man next to Adem Bona.

"That has been my goal since I got drafted, to at some point share the floor with Joel," Bona said.

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Sixers’ Blue x White scrimmage showcases Joel Embiid’s health and a provocative two-big lineup

“That has been my goal since I got drafted, to at some point share the floor with Joel. I’ve been working toward that," Adem Bona said.

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Gina Mizell @ginamizell.bsky.social · 1d

Joel Embiid, doing basketball things.

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Keith Pompey @pompeyonsixers.bsky.social · 1d

The Sixers unveiled their version of twin towers at today’s Blue x White scrimmage, featuring Joel Embiid and Adem Bona. Coach Nick Nurse talked about what he likes about the pairing:

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Gina Mizell @ginamizell.bsky.social · 1d

ICYMI: Joel Embiid did basketball things today in Wilmington.

“I knew this would be the first time you guys [the media] or the public would have seen him for a long time. … and then he went out there and did his thing.”

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Joel Embiid’s participation in Sixers’ scrimmage a sign of ‘good progression’

It was Embiid's first public "live" action since February, when his 2024-25 season was derailed by ongoing knee issues.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 1d

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Penn State fires head coach James Franklin, leaving behind a complicated legacy

Franklin brought Penn State out of a dark time in program history when he took the job in 2014, but could never compete against college football's elite programs.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 1d

James Franklin brought Penn State out of a dark time in program history when he took the job in 2014, but could never compete against college football’s elite programs.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 3d

What's next for the Phillies after a heartbreaking loss to the Dodgers in Game 4 of the NLDS?

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Phillies news: Changes coming after frustrating playoff exit; the 'cruelest way' for a game to end

The Phillies' season is over after a heartbreaking 2-1 loss to the Dodgers in Game 4 of the NLDS.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 3d

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles offense have struggled as the Birds drop their second-straight game.

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Eagles news: More A.J. Brown drama; Al Michaels struggled at times during broadcast; updated injury report

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles offense have struggled as the Birds drop their second-straight game.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 4d

Without Jalen Carter, the Eagles defense was bullied on the ground, and the offense again played a tale of two halves leading to their first consecutive losses since 2023.

Eagles join the Philly sports misery with second-half collapse vs. the Giants for second straight loss

Without Jalen Carter, the Eagles defense was bullied on the ground, and the offense again played a tale of two halves leading to their first consecutive losses since 2023.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 4d

Without Jalen Carter, the Eagles defense was bullied on the ground, and the offense again played a tale of two halves leading to their first consecutive losses since 2023.

Eagles join the Philly sports misery with second-half collapse vs. the Giants for second straight loss

Without Jalen Carter, the Eagles defense was bullied on the ground, and the offense again played a tale of two halves leading to their first consecutive losses since 2023.

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