Don Mattingly joins the Philadelphia Phillies as bench coach, reuniting with his son, the team's general manager Preston Mattingly, and adding his extensive MLB experience to the coaching staff.

The Eagles will face the 49ers in the playoffs after finishing 11-6; the game is a rematch of the 2002 NFC Championship. The 49ers, at 12-5, lost to the Seahawks but remain a strong team. Both teams are preparing for a significant playoff showdown.

The Eagles plan to rest key starters, including QB Jalen Hurts, in the final season game in preparation for the playoffs, with rookie Tanner McKee expected to start.

Philadelphia is testing a new traffic plan to ease congestion for Eagles fans after games, directing some to the Walt Whitman Bridge via Darien Street.

The Big 5 Classic featuring local college basketball teams kicks off in Philly, while the Phillies adjust their roster, and Penn begins its basketball season under new coach Fran McCaffery.

Penn State has fired head coach James Franklin after a 3-3 start, with Terry Smith appointed as the interim head coach. Franklin's dismissal will cost the university around $50 million.

The Philadelphia 76ers have introduced a throwback uniform celebrating the 25-year anniversary of their 2000-01 NBA Finals team, featuring modern updates while retaining its retro aesthetics.

SEPTA's service cuts may cause post-game transport issues for Eagles fans, with reduced trains potentially stranding attendees after the game against the Cowboys.

Kyle Schwarber hit four home runs in a game, leading the Phillies to a win, and is now at 49 homers for the season, aiming to surpass Ryan Howard's record.

Sports analysts are making bold predictions for the 2025 NFL season, including potential surprises and underdog triumphs for each team, as reported by ABC's 6abc.com, CBS Sports, and ESPN.

Preseason bowl projections for the College Football Playoff are out, with the SEC leading the predictions and potential changes to the playoff format being discussed.

The Eagles are set to host the Bengals for a preseason game, with both teams showcasing new players and rookies, while the Eagles integrate free agent additions.

Jimmy Rollins and Ed Wade were inducted into the Philadelphia Phillies Wall of Fame; Wade reflecting on his career and Rollins on his time with the team.