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Fanatic Highlights

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Sporting news and talk shows throughout the weekend.
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Fanatic Weekend | Ray Dunne | Phillies Lack Of Offense & Sixers Fandom Reset?

(0:00-8:24) Has the NBA Draft given you a reset in your Sixers fandom? (8:24-19:33) How do you see the Sixers backcourt shaking out in 2025-26? (19:33-29:51) Could LeBron James really leave LA? (29:51-42:10) Phillies Win! (42:10-51:25) Mets swept by the Pirates & reacting to Phillies-Braves series (51:25-1:05:41) Kepler doubles down & Break News: Eric Gordon opts-out (1:05:41-1:13:26) Eric Gordon and the Sixers have mutual interest, do you really need Gordon and Lowry next season? (1:13:...

Jun 29, 20252 hr 3 min

Fanatic Weekend | Dei Lynam | Sixers 2025-26 Outlook

(0:00-11:25) Summer League is right around the corner (11:25-23:20) Looking at the Sixers roster and which players will opt-in and which team options will be picked up (23:20-30:54) Ohtani continues to amaze. Breaking News: Kelly Oubre Jr. picks up his player option (30:54-47:28) NBC Sports Philadelphia's Coach Lynam joins the show to breakdown the Sixers draft and upcoming free agency (47:28-1:05:17) Summer league & golf stories (1:05:17-1:15:42) NBA News (1:15:42-1:29:27) Sixers upcoming r...

Jun 29, 20252 hr 7 min

Fanatic Weekends |Mike Gill| BIGGEST Problem With the Phillies

Mike Gill shares his thoughts on the BIGGEST problem with the Phillies. Mike shares his thoughts as to why the signing of Max Kepler was the wrong move by Dombrowski. Mike reacts to the texts from the city as they share their thoughts on the Phillies' problems.

Jun 29, 20251 hr 32 min

Fanatic Weekend | Connor Thomas | Who Are The Phillies 76ers And Flyers

Connor Thomas is on a quest to understand the identities of the Phillies, Flyers, and 76ers. The Phillies have struggled with offensive consistency, while the Flyers and Sixers have made strides through recent drafts, introducing new rookies to their rosters. This situation prompts Connor to question the true nature of these teams. Joining the discussion is Kevin Kurz from The Athletic, who provides insights into the Flyers' aggressive draft strategy aimed at enhancing the team's performance. Ad...

Jun 28, 20252 hr 5 min

Fanatic Weekend | Dei Lynam | Reaction To The 76ers 2025 Draft

Dei Lynam is here this afternoon to share insights on the 76ers' recent draft choices, VJ Edgecombe and Johni Broome. The team opted not to select Ace Bailey, who missed the NCAA tournament, prioritizing players with strong character from teams that participated in March Madness. Additionally, we delve into the Ace Bailey situation, where he attempted to influence which NBA team he would join, but ultimately, the Utah Jazz selected him fifth overall. In other NBA news, Lonzo Ball has been traded...

Jun 28, 20252 hr 3 min

Early Birds With Andrew Dicecco | Adding Young Talent

(0:00-8:11) (8:11-15:15) Everybody hits for the Phillies & Sixers add depth and culture changes (15:15-26:41) Flyers add young talent to its core & Sixers adding Broome (26:41-35:47) Phillies focused on adding to the bullpen (35:47-50:07) Is Kepler in the right to voice his frustration over not starting every day? (50:07-56:52) we air an abbreviated version of VJ Edgecome's interview with Kincade & Salciunas (56:52-1:08:49) Players you were right and wrong about (1:08:49-1:17:50) Wha...

Jun 28, 20252 hr 12 min

Philadelphia Flyers 2025 Draft Special

The Philadelphia Flyers' coverage of the 2025 NHL Draft took place in Atlantic City, New Jersey, where the team entered the evening with three first-round picks. During the initial hour, notable figures such as Danny Briere, Keith Jones, and Trevor Zegras joined the broadcast to share insights ahead of the draft's commencement. The Flyers made their first pick by selecting right winger Porter Martone with the sixth overall choice. We provided our analysis of this selection, which was further enr...

Jun 28, 20253 hr 23 min

Dei Lynam & Kevin Cooney | Sixers Draft Special

(0:00-11:41) Ace Bailey vs VJ Edgecombe (11:41-22:51) NBC Sports Philadelphia's Amy Fadool joins us live from the NBA Draft in Brooklyn (22:51-36:24) The NBA Draft Begins! (36:24-51:44) With the third pick in the NBA Draft the 76ers select, VJ Edgecombe! (51:44-1:04:07) Ace Bailey with a surprise destination (1:04:07-1:20:54) Initial callers are not happy with the Sixers selection (1:20:54-1:26:46) Edgecombe is a good fit, especially defensively (1:26:46-1:43:12) Daryl Morey's press conference l...

Jun 26, 20252 hr 31 min

Birds Insider| Andrew DiCecco | Players Under The Microscope

Andrew DiCecco provides valuable insights into the Eagles as the team prepares for their upcoming Training Camp next month. He highlights several players who are currently under the microscope on both the offensive and defensive fronts. Notably, AJ Dillon, Joshua Uche, and Danny Gray are among those expected to have additional eyes on them once training camp arrives.

Jun 25, 202542 min

Fanatic Weekend | Ray Dunne | Mets Have What The Phillies Need

(0:00-9:08) Two things the Mets have that the Phillies lack at the moment (9:08-19:42) Are you ready to admit it's okay to trade Mick Abel? (19:42-28:30) It's okay to trade Abel & trading for a CF (28:30-42:51) Phillies lineup & an answer in CF (42:51-52:21) Ray has an issue with the lineup based on the personnel (52:21-1:04:37) Ray has a beach violation & Durant's traded to Houston (1:04:37-1:15:04) A new platoon in LF (1:15:04-1:27:07) Are the 2024 Eagles better than The Best Show ...

Jun 22, 20252 hr 3 min

Fanatic Weekend | Sylvana Kelleher | Phillies Question Marks

(0:00-8:07) Reacting to the Phillies loss Saturday night (8:07-19:52) The bats have been producing more lately, but hard to win with poor pitching (19:52-28:54) Breaking News: Kevin Durant traded to the Rockets & a Bryce Harper update (28:54-42:41) Luzardo's struggles as of late (42:41-50:03) What are you most concerned with this Phillies team right now? (50:03-1:01:38) Sylvana reacts to another reporter discrediting Jalen Hurts (1:01:38-1:10:12) Sylvana shares which Eagle she is expecting t...

Jun 22, 20252 hr 3 min

Fanatic Weekend | Mike Gill | Are the Phillies Better than the Mets?

Mike Gill shares his thoughts on the first two games of the Phillies Mets Series as both teams have an identical record. Bob Wankel joins the show to share insights on if the Phils will make any moves at the deadline. Mike talks about Ace Bailey and how he decline to workout for the Sixers. Keith Smith joined the show to preview the NBA draft. Mike talks about the 2024 Eagles.

Jun 22, 20251 hr 45 min

Fanatic Weekend | Dei Lynam | What Will The 76ers Do At 3rd Overall

Last night, Citizens Bank Park was alive with excitement as the Phillies triumphed over the Mets with a score of 10-2. Nick Castellanos contributed significantly to the victory by hitting his eighth home run of the season, propelling the Phillies to the top of the NL East standings. In the NBA Draft, Ace Bailey appeared to be the frontrunner for the 76ers' third overall pick, but his recent decision to cancel the workout with the team has left fans speculating about their next move. This uncerta...

Jun 21, 20252 hr

Fanatic Weekend Ray Dunne What To Do At Three & Phillies Win

(0:00-9:32) Should the Eagles still follow the 2013 Seahawks formula like they did last year? (9:32-19:32) CJGJ talks again about the Eagles (19:32-29:26) If the Sixers move the third pick would you rather trade up or down? (29:26-42:55) What happens at three for the Sixers? (42:55-51:29) Are the Eagles a slow start candidate? (51:29-1:03:08) Charles Barkley criticizes Brett Brow is it fair? (1:03:08-1:13:36) Phillies Win! (1:13:36-1:27:06) Things that need to continue for the the Phillies lineu...

Jun 15, 20252 hr 2 min

Fanatic Weekend | Dei Lynam | What To Do With The Third Pick

(0:00-11:10) The impact of Aaron Nola's injury (11:10-26:23) Bane trade impacts & we re-air Dr. J's interview with Kincade & Salciunas earlier in the week (26:23-33:39) Reacting to what Dr. J said about Joel Embiid (33:39-42:17) Moses Malone story and Charles Barkley on what Dr. J had to say on never speaking to Embiid (42:17-50:57) Embiid's habits & conditioning (50:57-1:02:05) The east after the Bane trade (1:02:05-1:11:36) U.S Open at Oakmont is living up to the carnage (1:11:36-1...

Jun 15, 20252 hr 6 min

Fanatic Weekend - Mike Gill - Are The Phillies Fun

Today, Mike Gill asks if you are having fun watching the Phillies this season. Plus, would you rather have Jaire Alexander or Justin Simmons, and how has Joel Embiid never had meaningful conversations with Julius 'Dr. J' Erving or Charles Barkley? Mike is joined by Bob Wankel to discuss the latest on the Phillies and John McMullen to discuss the Birds.

Jun 15, 20252 hr 15 min

BIRDS INSIDER REPORT RECAP OF MANDATORY MINICAMP PRACTICE

Andrew DiCecco is present this evening to provide an overview of the Eagles' recent OTA sessions, highlighting their sole mandatory minicamp. He emphasizes the significance of this practice, as it allows players to engage directly with coaches and, crucially, gain valuable repetitions that will aid their transition into training camp in July. While there is considerable curiosity about the new offensive strategy, Andrew cautions that fans will need to wait until the games commence to see its ful...

Jun 11, 20251 hr 23 min

Unfiltered: It Has To Be World Series or Bust

(00:00- 11:19) – What do we need to see the Phillies do differently? (11:19-20:48) – We can only hope that Andrew Painter gets a call-up in July, which means Ranger Suarez can head to the bullpen. (20:48-32:04) – The Phillies need to have a good start in this new series against the Cubs. (32:04-45:03) – The first episode of Unfiltered wraps up with Bill and Ricky talking about the Phillies lineup for tonight against the Cubs and future lineup changes.

Jun 09, 202545 min

The Debut of Unfiltered With Bill Colarulo and Rick Bo

THE PREMIERE OF UNFILTERED: WITH BILL COLARULO AND RICKY BO (0:00-11:10) - Welcome to Unfiltered with Bill Colarulo & Ricky Bo! The first EVER episode of the show begins with Bill and Ricky discussing the Phillies recent shortcomings and how they can bounce back heading further into June. Bill and Ricky are VERY critical of Dave Dombrowski. Who do you blame the most? (11:15-18:07) - Ricky says the Phillies are NOT a power hitting ball club at this time-Schwarber has 21 HRs…everyone else has ...

Jun 09, 202540 min

Unfiltered: The Phillies Hit An All-Time Low Against The Pirates

(00:00-10:31) – Sylvana Kelleher introduces her new segment “Gimme More at 4”. (10:31-19:31) – The Phillies hit an all-time low this past weekend against the Pirates. (19:31-30:46) – The Phillies lineup changes for tonight are not much. (30:46- 38:55) - Rob Thomson thinks Kevin Long is the best hitting coach in baseball. Ricky doesn’t think so at all.

Jun 09, 202539 min

UNFILTERED W/ BILL AND RICKY: THE PHILLIES ARE A MESS

UNFILTERED: WITH BILL COLARULO AND RICKY BO (00:00-11:13) – Could Bryce Harper’s injury be more serious than we think? (11:13- 20:06) – Zack Wheeler is on the mound tonight against the Cubs. (20:06-31:12) – The offense is dropping their slugging percentages. What is the issue? (31:12-40:51) – Checking the twitter poll again about who is at fault for the Phillies recent struggles.

Jun 09, 202541 min

Fanatic Weekend Ray Dunne The Phillies Get Swept By The Pirates

The Eagles made the decision to part ways with Chauncey Gardner-Johnson Jr. during the offseason, creating a noticeable void in their secondary. Ray questions whether this was the right choice, pondering if the move was genuinely aimed at saving cap space. He argues that the Eagles should have retained Gardner-Johnson, despite his off-field behavior and contract complexities. Ray is also frustrated with the Phillies after their recent sweep by the Pittsburgh Pirates. He highlights ongoing concer...

Jun 08, 20252 hr 5 min

Fanatic Weekend | Sylvana Kelleher | Phillies Spiraling & Eagles Questions Marks

(0:00-7:36) Is it time to hit the panic button with the Phillies? (7:36-18:54) This is not a World Series contender right now (18:54-29:36) Callers venting about the Phillies (29:36-42:03) Do the Phillies have a leadership problem (42:03-50:37) What areas will the Phillies address at the deadline? (50:37-1:01:54) Will the Phillies be able to be .500 with Harper on the IL (1:01:54-1:09:32) Rick Bo joins the show to tell us what we should expect on Unfiltered (1:09:32-1:22:50) Campbell at LB is no...

Jun 08, 20252 hr 5 min

Fanatic Weekends| Mike Gill| The REAL Problem With the Phillies

Mike Gill talks about the Phillies recent struggles with the outfield, offense, and bullpen issues (00:00-36:07). Bob Wankel joins the show to talk about the Phillies' biggest issues that need to address before the trade deadline (36:07-49:11). Mike continues to talk about HIS solutions to the Phillies' issues (1:20:53). Ricky Bo joins the show to talk about the Phillies' struggles and gives insights on how the team can make positive changes (1:20:53-END).

Jun 08, 20251 hr 49 min

Fanatic Weekend | Brendan Gunn | Phillies Bad Week Gets Worse

(0:00-7:38) Phillies bad week gets worse with Bryce Harper heading to the IL (7:38-19:25) What the hell is going on with Jesus Luzardo? (19:25-29:02) What is the new starter position the Eagles have to get right? (29:02-41:28) Texts on the Eagles most important position to get right & a look at the twitter poll in fans belief in Luzardo (41:28-50:26) Are the Eagles thin at Linebacker with all of it's injuries? (50:26-1:01:15) Trea Turner's putrid defense (1:01:15-1:12:41) Bill Colarulo cohos...

Jun 07, 20251 hr 56 min
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