Shows / This Day in Philly Sports History
This Day in Philly Sports History
Welcome to the ultimate rollercoaster ride through Philly sports! Each day, we dive into the current state of Philadelphia's sports scene — the highs, the heartbreaks, and everything in between. But we don’t stop there. We take a trip down memory lane, reliving iconic moments, legendary characters, gut-wrenching losses, and unforgettable celebrations that define what it means to be a Philly fan. It’s a daily dose of passion, history, and that signature Philly grit — all served up with energy…
Episodes
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 28 - Schwarbombs Galore
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' Jim Montgomery discusses the latest updates on the Phillies and Eagles, including playoff races and…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 27 - Joe, Say it Ain't So
In this episode, Jim Montgomery reflects on the passing of Dolly Parton, shares updates on the Philadelphia Phillies' recent performance, and discusses the…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 26 - Bullet Joe Bush, Wally Schang, and Stuffy McInnis Lead the Way for the A's
Welcome to This Day in Philly Sports History for August 26, 2026! In today's episode, Jim Montgomery breaks down the latest Eagles training camp buzz through…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 25 - The No Goal Patrol
Welcome to a Tuesday edition of This Day in Philly Sports History! Host Jim Montgomery opens with a dose of morning motivation before diving into the local…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 24 - We're Going Streaking!
In this episode, Jim Montgomery recaps an exciting weekend in Philadelphia sports, highlighting the Phillies' impressive sweep of the Cardinals and discussing…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 21 - 93 World Series Redo
In this episode, we explore the history of the Philadelphia Phillies, including a hypothetical World Series redo of the 1993 team, and discuss key moments in…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 20 - White Lightning: The Baddest Dude in the League
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of Philadelphia sports, focusing on the Phillies' recent…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 19 - Is This the Beginning or is This the End?
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performance of the Phillies, highlighting their exciting game and the players' contributions. He…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 18 - Happy Mike Lieberthal Day!
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the importance of hard work and commitment in achieving greatness, particularly in the context of the new school year…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryAugust 17 - Buckle Up, We Have a Playoff Race
In this episode, Jim Montgomery recaps the weekend's sports events in Philadelphia, highlighting the Phillies' successful games, the Eagles' preseason…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryAugust 14 - If You Build it, They Will Hit Cornbombs
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performance of the Phillies, the upcoming Eagles preseason…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 13 - It Was a Dump, but it Was Our Dump
In this episode of Philly Sports History, Jim Montgomery discusses the current struggles of the Phillies as they face a tough season, the scrutiny surrounding…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 12 - The Butterfly Effect - Jalen Reagor and Justin Jefferson
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the recent struggles of the Phillies, the excitement surrounding the upcoming NBA season, and the implications of the…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 11 - Is This the Andrew Painter We Were Promised?
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the importance of responding positively to adversity, emphasizing that bad things happen to everyone, but how we…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 10 - Who Wants to Pitch in the Phillies Bullpen?
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery provides a comprehensive recap of the weekend's sports events, focusing on the…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 7 - Chase Utley, You Are the Man
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' Jim Montgomery discusses the latest in Philly sports, including the conclusion of the Greatest Philly…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 6 - I Got a Name, I Got a Name
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery reflects on the recent Phillies game, discusses the Eagles' training camp dynamics…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryAugust 5 - How About That?
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performances of the Phillies, including standout players and…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 4 - No Where to Go But Up?
In this episode, Jim Montgomery shares motivational insights through the story of a pencil, discusses the recent trade deadline moves of the Phillies, provides…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
August 3 - The Clock is Ticking Mr. Dombrowski
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the latest happenings in Philadelphia sports, focusing on the MLB trade…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 31 - Aloha Means Goodbye
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the latest updates in Philly sports, including the Final Four matchups in the greatest Philly High School hoops…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 30 - Your Move Dave
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the recent struggles of the Philadelphia Phillies, including their disappointing loss to the Marlins and the team's…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 29 - I Think We Need Some Help
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' Jim Montgomery discusses significant developments in Philadelphia sports, including the Eagles'…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryJuly 28 - Is it Time to be Concerned about the Phillies?
Jim Montgomery shares insights on the nature of luck, the importance of preparation, and updates on Philly sports teams, emphasizing that success is driven by…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 27 - The Sixers Land the King
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the latest happenings in Philly sports, focusing on the impact of LeBron James joining the Sixers, the performance of…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
LeBron James Signs With the Sixers - July 24
In this special report, Jim Montgomery discusses the significant impact of LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year contract. He emphasizes…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryJuly 24 - Wilt vs. Shaq - A Dream Matchup
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of the Phillies, focusing on their fundamental issues…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 23 - Dickie Thon Saves the Day
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of the Philadelphia Phillies as they approach training camp, highlighting recent performances and…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryJuly 22 - What Was He Thinking?
In this episode of Philly Sports History, Jim Montgomery discusses the latest updates from the Little League Phillies and the Major League team, including base…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 21 - The Heart and Soul of the 93 Phillies
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery shares motivational insights through a story about decision-making, discusses…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
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…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
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…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
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…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
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…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
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…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 13 - It's All-Star Week
Join us as we dive into the latest in Philly sports, including rumors about LeBron James, Phillies' All-Star performances, and historic moments in Philly…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 10 - The Big Piece Hits Dingers
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of Philadelphia sports, focusing on the Flyers…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 9 - Time to Go All-In
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the current struggles of the Philadelphia Phillies, particularly their bullpen issues, and emphasizes the need for…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 8 - Happy Birthday
Explore the rich history of Philadelphia sports, including the Eagles' birthday, historic MLB All-Star games, and memorable Phillies moments, along with…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 7 - Callison Walks Off the All-Star Game
Jim Montgomery shares inspiring stories and sports updates, emphasizing perspective and positivity. This episode covers motivational stories, US soccer…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryJuly 6 - Win or Go Home
This episode covers recent moves in Philly sports, including Flyers' offer sheet, Phillies' historic wins, and updates on the US World Cup match, providing…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryJuly 3 - Don't be an Idiot, Be Safe!
In this episode of Stay in Philly Sports History, host Jim Montgomery reflects on America's 250th birthday, emphasizing the nation's resilience and progress…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 2 - Are You Kidding Me???
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the significant trade of Jalen Brown to the Sixers, expressing excitement…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
July 1 - And Now a Word From Our Sponsors
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the latest happenings in Philadelphia sports, including a recap of the Phillies' recent game, the Sixers' offseason…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryJune 30 - Elton Brand's Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Jim Montgomery shares motivational insights, discusses Phillies' season, and reflects on historic sports moments, all with a focus on facing challenges and…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 29 - Chipping Away
In this episode, Jim Montgomery recaps the latest in Philly sports, including Phillies' historic wins, soccer updates, and draft insights, while sharing…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 26 - Three Blind Mice
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the current state of Philadelphia sports, focusing on the Phillies' need for a significant trade, the Sixers'…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 25 - Oops They Did it Again
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery covers a range of topics including the recent performance of the Phillies, analysis…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryJune 24 - No Schwarber, No Problem
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the thrilling comeback victory of the Phillies against the Nationals, the…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 23 - Happy Rick Wise Day
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses motivation and positivity, drawing insights from Mark Manson's philosophy…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 22 - Schwarbombs and Brycebombs
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery reflects on Father's Day, shares personal anecdotes, and recaps an exciting weekend…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 19 - With the 5th Pick of the 1984 NBA Draft...
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery reflects on Juneteenth and discusses the recent struggles of the Phillies…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 18 - The Curse is Over
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses various topics including his recent victory in a Fantasy Football League…
This Day in Philly Sports HistoryJune 17 - The Debut of the GOAT
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses various sports events that occurred on June 17th throughout the years…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 16 - It Feels Like the First Time
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the power of choice in handling adversity, illustrated through the stories of Pete Best and Dave Mustaine. He also…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 15 - World Cup Fever in Full Force
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery recaps the weekend's sports events, including the Phillies' performance against the…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 12 - HUGE Series for the Phillies
In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the latest in Philly sports, including the upcoming Phillies series against the Brewers, the World Cup, and the NBA…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 11 - Von Hayes Has Himself a Day
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History', host Jim Montgomery discusses the latest updates on the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles, shares trivia…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 10 - A Rare Off Night
In this episode, Jim Montgomery dives into various topics surrounding Philadelphia sports, including a discussion on the boundaries of Philly suburbs, insights…
- This Day in Philly Sports History
June 9 - The Easton Assassin
In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery shares motivational insights about resilience and the importance of pacing oneself…