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Sixers Finally Get the Monkey of Their Back

Sixers Finally Get the Monkey of Their Back

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) It’s been a long couple years for the Sixers when it comes to facing the Celtics. The Celtics have dominated the rivalry both in the postseason and regular season. Last night, the Sixers finally had a chance to put the losses in the past and get into the win column.…MORE

Sixers face must win vs Celtics

Sixers face must win vs Celtics

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) The Sixers five game winning streak couldn’t have come at a better time. They’ve been able to overtake the Pacers for the third seed. And, while doing so, have built a three-game lead over the Pacers and the Celtics. Locking up the third seed has been of the utmost importance…MORE

Eagles Quiet After Fast Start

Eagles Quiet After Fast Start

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) The Eagles started this week off with a bang. On Monday morning, they reached a deal with Malik Jackson to sure up their interior defensive line. Later in the day, they made the trade to bring Desean Jackson back to the Eagles. It was just as I expected. I expected…MORE

Welcome Back Desean Jackson

Welcome Back Desean Jackson

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) Think back to 2008, when the Eagles drafted the cocky, 21 year old from California in the 2nd round. The Eagles were desperate for a playmaker and star receiver. Outside of a year with TO, the Eagles ran out the likes of James Thrash, Reggie Brown, and Hank Baskett for…MORE

Joel Embiid: Philly’s Most Important Athlete

Joel Embiid: Philly’s Most Important Athlete

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) It seems like yesterday the Sixers were in the midst of their tanking. They were tanking so they would have the chance to select talents like Joel Embiid in the NBA draft. When they selected Embiid, everyone knew he had potential to become one of the leagues best. However, after…MORE

The Bryce Harper Impact Off the Field

The Bryce Harper Impact Off the Field

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) It doesn’t take a genius to understand the impact Bryce Harper will make in the lineup for the Phillies. He is one of the best players in baseball, and his bat will have a trickle-down effect throughout the rest of the lineup. However, what has me just as excited is the…MORE

Eagles continue to clear cap ahead of free agency

Eagles continue to clear cap ahead of free agency

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) Howie Roseman and his ability to maneuver the salary cap is nothing short of amazing. The Eagles are always players in free agency because of the way he can restructure contracts and find loopholes in the system. Howie has helped the Eagles create nearly 19 million in cap space headed…MORE

Phillies Still a Piece or Two Away

Phillies Still a Piece or Two Away

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) The Phillies shook the baseball world last week with the signing of Bryce Harper. Harper’s arrival in Philly has not only changed the Phillies prospects this season, but has also changed the landscape of the entire National League. The Phil’s went from having a very good offseason to having an…MORE

Phillies Finally Get Their Man

Phillies Finally Get Their Man

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) It was a long time coming. After months of speculation, Bryce Harper is officially a Philadelphia Phillie. There will be no more reports on if the Phillies will sign him. You won’t hear any more reports on if the Phillies are the favorites, or if he wants to play in…MORE

If Harper Goes Hollywood, Be Mad at the Phillies

If Harper Goes Hollywood, Be Mad at the Phillies

(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) Throughout this whole process, it seemed as though the Phillies have been the favorite to land Bryce Harper. The Dodgers have since entered the equation and have shaken things up. If you search Bryce Harper on Twitter, you see a lot of tweets from Philly. “F— you. We don’t need…MORE