August 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 pitching dynamics. He also provides updates on injuries affecting the Eagles and reflects on the historical significance of various sports events, including the first-ever radio broadcast of a baseball game and the Eagles' first game in Mexico City.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Philadelphia Sports History02:03 Phillies' Historic 1975 Opening Game03:58 NFL's First International Game in Mexico City05:56 Phillies' Recent Trade Deadline Strategies08:58 Greatest Philly High School Hoops Figure Tournament11:03 First Radio Broadcast of a Baseball Game in 192113:01 Phillies' Big Wrigley Field Win in 197514:00 NFL Mexico City Game: Challenges and Significance14:57 Eagles' International Games and Future Plans15:57 Phillies' Record-Setting Trio of Howard, Utley, and Rollins16:58 Vote for the Greatest Philly High School Hoops Figure18:55 Historical Impact of Radio on Baseball's Growth📞 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