July 20 - Does Anyone Want to be the 5th Starter?

July 20 - Does Anyone Want to be the 5th Starter?

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery recaps the weekend's sports events, focusing on the Phillies' struggles and upcoming series against the Dodgers. He discusses the Flyers' recent contract extension and speculates on LeBron James' future. The episode also highlights significant moments in Philly sports history, trivia questions, and player profiles, culminating in a tournament matchup between Tom Gola and Dajuan Wagner. Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and Weekend Recap 02:54 Phillies Performance and Upcoming Series 06:13 Flyers and LeBron James Updates 09:06 Philly Sports History Highlights 12:14 Trivia and Upcoming Events 15:01 Major Sports Moments and Player Highlights 17:55 Tournament Matchup and Player Profiles 20:46 Recap and Closing Thoughts 📞 Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531💬 The Discord Channel is now live. Stop by and say hello. https://discord.gg/8vJUv62ZRW🏅 The New and Improved Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame website https://philadelphiasportshalloffame.org/👕 Check out http://Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order⛓️ Lotwyn 3D-Printed Hype Chains. Bring the hype to every moment that matters. Got to http://Lotwyn.com explore the shop or reach out if you want something custom made. Use Promo Code TCCPOD for 10% off.🎙️ The Clashing Conferences Podcast brings together the everyday passion of REAL fans and their not so friendly friends for the purpose of real life sports entertainment. Available wherever you get your pods and on YouTube @TheClashingConferences

July 17 - You Don't Want This Smoke

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses recent Phillies games, the potential move of LeBron James, historical Phillies moments, and a high school hoops tournament. He provides insights into team performances, player evaluations, and historical sports facts, offering valuable context for Philly sports fans. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Phillies Game Recap 01:03 Analysis of Aaron Nola's Performance 02:35 LeBron James' Potential Moves and Impact 03:55 Phillies Historical Moments and Trivia 07:20 Phillies' Longest Game in Franchise History 08:44 Phillies' 1992 and 2007 Highlights 10:11 Aaron Rowan's Rare Achievements 11:22 Upcoming Phillies and Sports Trivia 12:41 Philly Sports Apparel Promotion 13:00 Comparison of 66-67 Sixers with Modern Teams 17:22 Game 7 of the 66-67 Series and Wilt's Legacy 18:56 Future Series and Team Rankings 20:25 Philly High School Hoops Tournament 21:21 Philly Sports History and Player Profiles 📞 Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531 💬 The Discord Channel is now live. Stop by and say hello. https://discord.gg/8vJUv62ZRW 🏅 The New and Improved Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame website https://philadelphiasportshalloffame.org/ 👕 Check out http://Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order ⛓️ Lotwyn 3D-Printed Hype Chains. Bring the hype to every moment that matters. Got to http://Lotwyn.com explore the shop or reach out if you want something custom made. Use Promo Code TCCPOD for 10% off. 🎙️ The Clashing Conferences Podcast brings together the everyday passion of REAL fans and their not so friendly friends for the purpose of real life sports entertainment. Available wherever you get your pods and on YouTube @TheClashingConferences

July 16 - A Vast Void of Sports

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the light sports news for July 16, 2026, including Trevor Zegras' new contract with the Flyers, ongoing rumors about LeBron James potentially joining the Sixers, and a throwback to JFK Stadium's significance in Philly sports history. The episode also highlights notable events from previous years, including Ryan Howard's record-breaking home runs and the ongoing Greatest Philly High School Hoops Figure Tournament. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview of July 16th, 2026 02:51 Trevor Zegras Contract and Flyers Updates 06:03 LeBron James Rumors and Fanatics Fest 09:02 Throwback Thursday: JFK Stadium and Live Aid 11:51 Notable Events in Philly Sports History 17:57 Greatest Philly High School Hoops Figure Tournament 📞 Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531 💬 The Discord Channel is now live. Stop by and say hello. https://discord.gg/8vJUv62ZRW 🏅 The New and Improved Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame website https://philadelphiasportshalloffame.org/ 👕 Check out http://Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order ⛓️ Lotwyn 3D-Printed Hype Chains. Bring the hype to every moment that matters. Got to http://Lotwyn.com explore the shop or reach out if you want something custom made. Use Promo Code TCCPOD for 10% off. 🎙️ The Clashing Conferences Podcast brings together the everyday passion of REAL fans and their not so friendly friends for the purpose of real life sports entertainment. Available wherever you get your pods and on YouTube @TheClashingConferences

July 15 - Philly Shines Bright During All-Star Week

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the highlights of the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia, the city's vibrant sports culture, and notable historical moments in Philly sports history. He also touches on the upcoming NBA season and local sports legends and features What If Wednesday. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philly 00:29 The Atmosphere and Fan Engagement in Philly 01:27 Unique Philly Touches in the All-Star Festivities 02:46 Booing and Fan Reactions: Fun or Disrespect? 04:12 Justin Verlander's Playful Antics and Fan Culture 06:30 Sandlot Recreation and Philly's All-Star Legacy 07:28 Mic'ing Up Players: Pros and Cons 09:26 LeBron James and NBA Rumors 12:03 Historical Philly Sports Moments: Sandra Ortiz DeValle 13:28 Phillies' 10,000th Loss and Franchise History 15:22 The 2007 All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium 17:19 Recent Phillies in All-Star Games and MVPs 18:20 Upcoming Local Sports Events and Fan Engagement 21:45 Summary and Closing Remarks 📞 Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531💬 The Discord Channel is now live. Stop by and say hello. https://discord.gg/8vJUv62ZRW🏅 The New and Improved Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame website https://philadelphiasportshalloffame.org/👕 Check out http://Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order⛓️ Lotwyn 3D-Printed Hype Chains. Bring the hype to every moment that matters. Got to http://Lotwyn.com explore the shop or reach out if you want something custom made. Use Promo Code TCCPOD for 10% off.🎙️ The Clashing Conferences Podcast brings together the everyday passion of REAL fans and their not so friendly friends for the purpose of real life sports entertainment. Available wherever you get your pods and on YouTube @TheClashingConferences

July 14 - Citizens Bank Park Was Electric for the HR Derby

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the importance of authenticity, reflecting on how individuals often try to please others instead of being true to themselves. He shares insights from the recent home run derby, highlighting the electric atmosphere created by Philly fans and the significance of their passionate support. The conversation also touches on the ongoing debates surrounding Jalen Hurts' ranking in the NFL, emphasizing that performance on the field is what truly matters. Finally, Montgomery reviews notable events in Philly sports history that occurred on July 14th, including significant player achievements and milestones. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Motivation: Be Authentic 00:30 The Message of Authenticity: Chocolate Ice Cream 01:28 Impact of Living Authentically 02:27 MLB Home Run Derby Recap and Crowd Atmosphere 04:26 Philly Fans and Respectful Booing 07:17 Respectful Booing and Fan Passion 09:13 Home Run Derby Crowd and Player Interaction 11:09 Bryce Harper FanDuel Incident 14:07 NFL Quarterback Rankings and Jalen Hurts 16:04 Phillies All-Star Game History and Trivia 20:42 Philly Sports History on July 14th 27:29 Closing Remarks: Embrace Who You Are 📞 Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531💬 The Discord Channel is now live. Stop by and say hello. https://discord.gg/8vJUv62ZRW🏅 The New and Improved Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame website https://philadelphiasportshalloffame.org/👕 Check out http://Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order⛓️ Lotwyn 3D-Printed Hype Chains. Bring the hype to every moment that matters. Got to http://Lotwyn.com explore the shop or reach out if you want something custom made. Use Promo Code TCCPOD for 10% off.🎙️ The Clashing Conferences Podcast brings together the everyday passion of REAL fans and their not so friendly friends for the purpose of real life sports entertainment. Available wherever you get your pods and on YouTube @TheClashingConferences