This Day in Philly Sports History - August 8, 2024

The Phillies have now won 2 in a row and broke their series losing streak. Kyle Schwarber hit 3 homeruns in the 9-4 win. We break down the ESPN article on Jalen and Nick as we gear up for the first preseason game. The Question of the Day is "Are you ready to say the Phillies are back?" Today's Philly Olympic Spotlight is Nia Akins track and field from Penn. On this day in 1903 tragedy struck the Baker Bowl as the left field bleachers collapsed as fans rushed to see a commotion out on 15th St. The incident became known as Black Saturday, killing 12 and injuring more than 200. Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531 Check out Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order For more information about this year’s induction including inductee bios and ticket information for the ceremony go to https://www.philadelphiasportshalloffame.org 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 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGLVSg7IjPpQ93iTUPb-KIg