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The Philadelphia Eagles are defending their controversial tush push play amid criticism from people around the NFL.

The new play recounts the history of when a man took several CBC employees hostage in an effort to force them to broadcast a Toronto Maple Leafs game.

The Delaware native pleaded guilty to directing three schemes that stole $645,000 from the federal government as his NFL career was coming to an end.

The event — with its iconic climb of the Manayunk Wall — will slide into the city’s jam-packed sports calendar late next summer.

The Phillies will be looking to add more flags to the Citizens Bank Park outfield this fall as they aim to win another NL Pennant and the World Series.

“The last four years has been the most fun I’ve had in baseball," said manager Rob Thompson. "It's because of the guys."

WHYY will roll out “Sports in America,” hosted by former NPR “Morning Edition” co-host David Greene, on Sept. 30.

The team wants to open a new facility by 2031, but it’s unclear when the topic may come up in Philadelphia City Council.

The NCAA's integrity program flagged unusual betting activities, including athletes betting on their own games and sharing information for betting purposes.

Located on South Street and named for an LGBTQ+ activist, the bar will prioritize women’s sports. The owner has plans to expand.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter is expected to be on the field when the Eagles face the Kansas City Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch on Sunday.

Officials say the new team, which will play at the CURE Insurance Arena, will help revitalize the downtown area and attract more visitors.

Nick Sirianni said Monday any possible team discipline would remain “private, regardless if you see it or not.” The incident tests the NFL's new emphasis on sportsmanship.

The friendly game against Paraguay at Chester’s Subaru Park is part of the USMNT’s two-game friendly series in November.

Police say that the sister of Minnesota Timberwolves player Naz Reid was fatally shot in her Jackson, New Jersey apartment.