This Day in Philly Sports History - September 17, 2025

In this episode, Jim Montgomery discusses the Philadelphia Phillies' recent comeback victory, celebrating their division title amidst adversity. He reflects on the Eagles' potential status as the NFL's new 'villains' and the Union's focus on the MLS Cup after a disappointing US Open Cup exit. The conversation also revisits historic games in Eagles and Phillies history, explores the hypothetical impact of Ryan Howard's injury on his career, and highlights Jameer Nelson as an underrated athlete in Philadelphia sports.Chapters00:00 Phillies' Thrilling Comeback Victory02:53 Celebrating Division Wins and Overcoming Adversity06:12 Eagles: The New NFL Villains?09:04 Union's Focus on MLS Cup After US Open Loss12:04 Reflecting on Historic Eagles and Phillies Games14:53 What If: Ryan Howard's Career Without Injury?21:03 Spotlight on Jameer Nelson: An Underrated AthleteThe Discord Channel is now live. Stop by and say hello. https://discord.gg/8vJUv62ZRWLeave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531Check out 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 Lotwyn.com explore the shop or reach out if you want something custom made. Use Code TCCPOD to take 10%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 The 2025 Induction Class for the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame is set. Here’s who got in https://www.philadelphiasportshalloffame.org/Check out the Philly Sports History Portal for access to the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame New Digital Archive https://sites.google.com/phillyhall.org/phillysportshistory