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

The Eagles just lost their first game of the season and have two tough games coming up. But there's hope — if Sirianni can keep the team together.

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The Eagles can survive this stretch as long as Nick Sirianni doesn’t let them fall apart | Mike Sielski

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

Flyers played better than the first two games to start the season but struggles continue on the power play, an event that has plagues the team for a large chunk of last season.

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Flyers earn a point, but still seek first win of the season following an overtime loss to the Carolina Hurricanes

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 6h

The loss marked the Wildcats' fourth consecutive loss at Villanova Stadium, a fortress this time last season. Next up: a bye week before returning to action against Fordham on Oct. 17.

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Villanova still fighting for their first win at home this season after losing a thriller to Morgan State

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 7h

After a slow start, the offense found momentum in the low-scoring contest, but Big Green star running back Myles Craddock punched in a game-winning touchdown.

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Penn drops Ivy League opener to Dartmouth in coach Rick Santos’ return to New Hampshire

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 8h

Joel Embiid finishes the first week of Sixers training camp in good health and spirits. “He hasn’t missed a practice. He’s been in damn near everything that we’ve done,” LeBron said. www.inquirer.com/sixers/sixer...

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Joel Embiid finishes first week of Sixers camp in good health and spirits

Joel Embiid looked healthy during Saturday’s scrimmage and has drawn rave reviews from the team so far during training camp.

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Chris Hine @christopherhine.bsky.social · 9h

A little PSA, between @ginamizell.bsky.social and myself we wrote over 10 stories from 76ers training camp this week: about the big names of course, but also about the backup center situation, Labaron Philon and a look at the defense. $2.50 for 250 days. Subscribe: www.inquirer.com/offers/

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 8h

LeBron James made his first public appearance with the Sixers at Blue x White scrimmage. “Obviously, it was fun to be able to play in front of some of our Philly faithful for the first time,” James said. “ … it was great to hear some cheers.” www.inquirer.com/sixers/sixer...

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LeBron James makes first public appearance at Blue x White scrimmage and puts on show for ‘Philly faithful’

"It’s been very smooth, in the simple fact that everybody’s been super welcoming,” James said of his first days with the Sixers after signing as a free agent this summer.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 8h

"It’s been very smooth, in the simple fact that everybody’s been super welcoming,” James said of his first days with the Sixers after signing as a free agent this summer.

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LeBron James makes first public appearance at Blue x White scrimmage and puts on show for ‘Philly faithful’

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

The Flyers enter Saturday seeking their first win, and, as Travis Sanheim put it, they're "going to have to figure it out pretty quickly, or it’s going to get out of hand."

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Rick Tocchet switches up Flyers’ lines again ahead of visit from defending Stanley Cup champs

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

Both the Eagles and Rams enter Week 4 with significant issues — and injuries. Who's in better position to overcome them?

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Jeff McLane’s keys to Eagles vs. Rams in Week 4 and a game prediction

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 19h

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles will host Matthew Stafford and the Rams on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field. Here’s what you need to know.

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Eagles vs. Rams: A mystifying trend the Birds must fix, and everything else to know ahead of Sunday’s game

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 19h

"It's going to be a long offseason" for the Phillies after another early playoff exit. And there’s a lot of work to be done on a $322 million roster that only narrowly avoided a historic collapse.

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The big offseason questions facing the Phillies: Core’s future, fixing the bullpen, and who’s managing?

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 19h

The Sixers collective basketball IQ, size and athleticism should allow for flexibility on defense this season.

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New-look Sixers roster should allow Nick Nurse to get into his ‘bag’ on defense

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 20h

Once the leadoff hitter of the future, Stott is hitting .162 in the last three playoff runs and a power-free .252 in last three regular seasons. A free agent after next season, will he stay around?

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Can Bryson Stott save his future with the Phillies? | Marcus Hayes

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 20h

Quarterback Rocco Becht struggled again as the Nittany Lions fell to 0-2 in conference play. Coach Matt Campbell said "they played the game, the style of game, that obviously we would like to play."

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Northwestern runs freely over Penn State, which remains winless in Big Ten play

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The first meeting between the neighbor nations in 15 months will rekindle a flame that was overlooked in a World Cup year.

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The U.S.-Mexico soccer rivalry returns to center stage in Saturday’s friendly

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The PGA Tour Champions event in Allentown features an area in which fans can have "a nice, quiet space to decompress," tournament director Tommy Sullivan said.

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Organizers hope to make Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic more inclusive with a sensory center

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

A coalition of fans fought to keep Eagles tailgate culture familiar after changes made by parking lot officials. Some of their complaints were heard, but they say there’s still work to be done.

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Eagles tailgaters got ‘a seat at the table’ after surprising changes were announced. What did they accomplish?

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jeff McLane puts the defense under the microscope, and also answers listener questions in this week’s mailbag!

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unCovering the Birds: Communication Breakdown

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Labaron Philon Jr. already had his welcome to the NBA moment with LeBron. The rookie found himself in a backpedal as LeBron barreled toward him full-speed. “That’s when the moment really hit,” Philon said. “I was like, ‘All right, it’s here now.’” www.inquirer.com/sixers/sixer...

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Sixers’ rookie Labaron Philon Jr. already had his welcome to the NBA moment with LeBron: ‘It’s here now’

The Sixers’ wild offseason began when Philon, a crafty point guard, slipped to them at No. 22 overall in the NBA Draft. He's adjusting to a new-look team that includes LeBron and Jaylen Brown.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Phillies were flat in an elimination game, a fitting way to end a season that rarely gave reason to believe this October would be any different from the last. They won't run it back again, right?

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The Phillies’ dismal finish was a fitting end to a lackluster season

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

New guidelines for oversized vehicles from the Sports Complex Parking Venture and more are being implemented starting Sunday, changing the way Philly fans have tailgated Eagles games for years.

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Big changes are coming to the Eagles tailgating experience starting Sunday. Here’s what we know so far.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Flyers allowed too many shots in their loss to the Devils on Thursday — even if the newcomer Woll stopped enough to keep them afloat.

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Flyers’ mistakes have helped fuel early struggles, but Joseph Woll’s performance a welcome sign

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The junior running back was named a captain for the first time this season, and part of his role has been helping the Wildcats through their rough start.

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Isaiah Ragland had to get comfortable with being uncomfortable to become a leader at Villanova

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Heading to New Hampshire this Saturday for the Quakers conference opener means something entirely different for Penn's head coach and freshman quarterback.

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For separate reasons, Saturday offers a fresh start for Penn coach Rick Santos and freshman QB Miles Teodecki

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

It was Michael Sulit's passion project to open an MMA gym. Now, he's managing everything with his daughter, Shea, as they work to create a more welcoming community in combat sports.

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How a Philly father-daughter duo is working to build an inclusive community through their MMA gym

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Adem Bona and Ariel Hukporti first met on the basketball floor as teenagers, while playing for the Turkish and German national team programs. They met again as members of the Sixers and Knicks. Now, they are vying to be the Sixers’ backup center. www.inquirer.com/sixers/sixer...

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Adem Bona and Ariel Hukporti have battled since they were teenagers. Now, they are vying to be the Sixers’ backup center

Hukporti signed with the Sixers as a free agent, after spending his first two NBA seasons as a deep reserve for the NBA champion New York Knicks.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

LeBron James (and his new teammates) struck a pose, the Phillies made the postseason, and the Eagles got caught in a Bear trap. These are the week’s best sports photos.

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The Big Picture: The Sixers get their close-ups, the Phillies hunt for Red October, and the week’s best sports photos

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Wildcats will start a junior, three seniors, and a freshman lottery pick. Their new roster has changed Willard's approach because “they know what they’re doing.”

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Kevin Willard believes his new-look Villanova team has closed the gap between the Wildcats and Big East powers

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Hukporti signed with the Sixers as a free agent, after spending his first two NBA seasons as a deep reserve for the NBA champion New York Knicks.

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Adem Bona and Ariel Hukporti have battled since they were teenagers. Now, they are vying to be the Sixers’ backup center

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Mattingly is a baseball icon, not to mention the father of Phillies GM Preston Mattingly, who works under Dombrowski. But he also got his job only because Alex Cora turned it down.

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Will Don Mattingly return? That’s ‘Dave’s decision,’ the first of many facing Dombrowski

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

'When you hit first or second, you get a lot of at-bats, and I kind of get things going.' He's supposed to. But he's hitting .154 since Game 6 of the 2023 NLDS, crippling the team's chances.

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Trea Turner is the Phillies’ biggest problem. He knows it | Marcus Hayes

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The trio of Union players sat down together for a joint interview with The Inquirer ahead of what Sullivan called ‘the biggest game of our lives’: their first showdown with rival Mexico.

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Cavan Sullivan, Neil Pierre, and Frankie Westfield savor ‘a pinch-me moment’ with their USMNT debuts

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Phillies legend John Kruk offered his take on the decision to go with Aaron Nola in Game 3 and then provided some levity as the Phillies' season came to an end.

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The booth remembers the 1993 Phillies, Joey Votto’s possible jinx, and other highlights from the Game 3 broadcast

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Phillies are a top-heavy team in both phases of the game. Dombrowski’s biggest failure over the last three-plus years has been his inability to address either.

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The same structural failures cost the Phillies again in the playoffs | David Murphy

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

It was the Phillies’ roster construction that led to their demise in their wild-card series, from the lack of starting depth, a competent bullpen, and reliable right-handed hitters.

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Phillies’ weaknesses on display in season-ending 6-2 loss to Braves in Game 3

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Phillies' season comes to an end after a 6-2 loss to the Braves in Game 3 of the NL wild-card series. Instant reaction: www.inquirer.com/phillies/liv...

A photo of Aaron Nola with white text at the bottom that says "Braves 6, Phillies 2."

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Dontayvion Wicks says he has the confidence to step into a WR1 role if needed after Smith was a nonparticipant in practice on Wednesday and Thursday with a hamstring injury.

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If DeVonta Smith misses Sunday’s game vs. Rams, his replacement will be ready to go

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Philadelphia Inquirer Sports @phillysport.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Kelce and Catherine, Princess of Wales have a lot in common — field hockey, motherhood, and life in the public eye. And now the royal's been duly invited to chat about it on Kelce's podcast.

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Kylie Kelce is Philly royalty, and now she knows how to address the Princess of Wales

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