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The Philadelphia Phillies season has been a tremendous disappointment to say the least. The bats are cold. The pitching is inconsistent. The bullpen is having issues and injuries. Divisionally, they’re ranked towards the bottom of the NL East. This week, Eric Moratelli from ThatBallsOuttaHere.com over at Fansided joined the pod for a discussion on how this team can get out of this monumental funk. But first, the guys were gleeful talking about the Flyers and their complete dominance of the Penguins in the first-round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. (Approx. 5:00) From there, they dove into the current Sixers vs. Celtics matchup in the NBA Playoffs. Do we really think the Sixers can pull this off? (Approx. 13:40) The Union are looking absolutely terrible this season as they are at the bottom of the Eastern Conference here in April. (Approx. 22:00) Then the guys discussed how difficult it has been to watch this “lack of life” Phillies team over the past couple of weeks. (Approx. 29:35) What they threw down on the Table this week was an in-depth discussion about the Phillies start to the season and how this team might be able to rebound from their weak start tot the season. The lack of power from the bats, the terrible run differential, the starting pitching and also the bullpen have been utter disappointments. All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 39:35) SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Jeff sat down with Ely Sussman from FishOnFirst.com over at SB Nation to discuss how this Miami Marlins team is 2nd in the NL East division here in April. The guys discussed how last season and the offseason translated into some positive results here in 2026. How has the starting rotation and bullpen contributed to the success they’ve seen thus far. Which player is the “Rising Star” and current “MVP of the Team?” And the real question: are the Marlins quietly contending? All of this and much more this week on Opposition Territory! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on the TABLE TALK interview podcast, Jeff sat down with Mike Raymond from Fox Sports Radio of the Lehigh Valley for a fun conversation about the upcoming NFL Draft and a bunch of NFL storylines we’re following. Which team “won” the Dexter Lawrence trade: the Giants or Bengals? What might the Jets do at No. 2 overall to turn things around for their team? How truly talented is the quarterback talent in this draft? How the 49’ers will approach this draft in terms of team building for the future. All of this and much more this week on the Table Talk interview show! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

The Philadelphia Flyers are heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs! What a season it has been for this team and franchise! This week, it’s our Flyers Postseason Preview as we discuss the team’s journey this season and if they can get past the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first-round. Friend of the pod, Josh Shuster from PhiladelphiaSoccerNow.com joined us for a great discussion about this matchup and other storylines in the world of Philly sports. First, the guys gave their thoughts about how streaming sports has gone completely insane for sports fans. (Approx. 5:05) From there, they dove into the Eagles acquiring Dontavion Wicks. What does this mean for the ongoing discourse that A.J. Brown will soon be out the door in a trade? (Approx. 14:00) The Phillies bullpen could be in real trouble with Jose Alvarado not looking like himself and Jonathan Bowlan now on the injured list. (Approx. 22:10) Then the guys discussed how horrible the Philadelphia Union’s season has gone and the reasons why they’ve only won one game so far this season. (Approx. 29:15) What they threw down on the Table this week was their Flyers Postseason Preview podcast as the Flyers take on the Penguins in the first-round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They dove into the goalie matchup and which team has the advantage. Which team is better suited to handle the intangibles during the series? What are both teams’ weaknesses? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 37:55) SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Jeff sat down with Matt Holder from SilverAndBlackPride.com over at SB Nation to discuss how the Las Vegas Raiders’ offseason has looked thus far. The guys assessed the Raiders front office in free agency with key pickups. What’s the strongest and weakest aspects of this team heading into this coming season. Also, there’s a lot of hope and optimism around the corner as QB Fernando Mendoza may be the savior this team is looking for. All of this and much more this week on Opposition Territory! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on the TABLE TALK interview podcast, Jeff sat down with Matt Waldman from the Rookie Scouting Portfolio over at MattWaldman.com for an in-depth conversation about the upcoming NFL Draft, prospects, and how he has scouted QB, TE, and WR positions. How has the tight end position evolved over the years, and how have his scorings altered? Is there a tight end the Philadelphia Eagles should look at based on their drafting history of tight ends? Which quarterbacks have the best pocket management in this 2026 NFL Draft?  Who might be those franchising changing wide receivers? All of this and much more this week on the Table Talk interview show! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

We are less than a month into the Philadelphia Phillies 2026 season. What we can say for certain is that the team is an up and down rollercoaster. Joining us this week to discuss what we’ve seen from the team thus far was Ethan Witte from TheGoodPhigh.com over at SB Nation. The guys talked batting. They talked early pitching. Where should our minds be at with this team? But first, the guys discussed and dissected the latest huge story in the NFL: the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini story, and how that correlates with the Eagles and A.J. Brown trade talks. (Approx. 4:20) From there, they dove into some Flyers talk as this team is now in a playoff position. (Approx. 16:40) Then the pivoted to the Sixers and how the latter part of their season has looked. Might they actually make it into the postseason after uninspiring play on the court as of late? (Approx. 23:50) The Phillies are a good baseball team, but we need to see a lot more coming from key players in the lineup. (Approx. 32:10) What they threw down on the Table this week was a great and in-depth conversation with Ethan Witte from The Good Phight about the start of the Phillies season. They first discussed the need for fans to chill out with less than a month of baseball having been played. The future of Taijuan Walker. Can the bullpen keep up their dominant consistency? Which player needs to start rebounding this early? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 42:25) SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Jeff sat down with Ed Valentine from BigBlueView.com over at SB Nation to discuss how the New York Giants offseason has looked thus far. There’s not shortage of storylines coming out of New York about how John Harbaugh wants to build his new team. How have Harbaugh and the front office meshed? Which free agents will be most impactful this coming season. How might the Dexter Lawrence trade request affect the future of the defense? All of this and much more this week on Opposition Territory! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on the TABLE TALK interview podcast, Jeff sat down with Ryan Roberts from AtoZSports.com and the Best Pod Available - An NFL Draft Podcast for an in-depth conversation about the upcoming NFL Draft. What does the inside scouting process look like when it comes to film and analytics evaluations? How important are the interviews and personality evaluations as well? What does this year’s defensive tackle class look like, and what might the Eagles do in the first couple of rounds that make sense for the team long-term? All of this and much more this week on the Table Talk interview show! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

The 2026 Minor League Baseball season is here, and a fantastic time to enjoy the sport of baseball in a friendly community setting! This week, Jeff sat down with President & CEO of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, Kurt Landes, for a great discussion about what Coca-Cola Park and the MiLB experience at the Phillies AAA level will give fans during this 2026 season. From special events to awesome food choices, the IronPigs are a staple in the Lehigh Valley and Phillies community. First, the guys gave their thoughts and impressions of men’s and women’s March Madness this year. Are college hoops turning the corner? (Approx. 3:35) From there, they dove into the Flyers final stretch of the season and whether or not Porter Martone will be able to give this team a spark as they’re sniffing around the playoffs. (Approx. 9:05) The Phillies have started the season a bit rocky, but Andrew Painter did some amazing stuff during his first start on the mound this past week. (Approx. 15:45) What they threw down on the Table this week was a great and in-depth conversation with Kurt Landes from the Lehigh Valley IronPigs about the start of the Minor League Baseball season in Lehigh Valley. What will the stadium experience give to fans? How promotions like the Zack Wheeler “Rehab Ribs Night” takes shape and becomes a reality. What new foods can fans try this year at the ballpark? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 28:55) SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Jeff sat down with Evan “Tex” Western from AcmePackingCompany.com over at SB Nation to discuss the ins and outs of the Green Bay Packers offseason, what free agency has done to the team, and how the vision of the front office continues to carry NFL relevance year after year. We discussed the talent acquired and lost during free agency. What might the upcoming NFL Draft look like for the Packers in terms of team building? Overall, how are things looking in the NFC North? All of this and much more this week on Opposition Territory! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on the TABLE TALK interview podcast, Jeff sat down with Kelly Hinkle from BroadStreetHockey.com to discuss this final stretch of the Philadelphia Flyers season. Do we really want this team heading to  the postseason? Jeff and Kelly also discussed the head coaching of Rick Tocchet and if he has made alterations to his coaching strategy after the Olympic break. Which player needs to step up most during this final stretch? And what might Porter Martone give this team now that he’ll be coming to Philly? All of this and much more this week on the Table Talk interview show! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

he 2026 MLB and Phillies season is here! This week, it’s our Phillies Season Preview as the guys gave their predictions about what they believe this season will hold. Plus, John Stolnis from the Hittin’ Season podcast and TheGoodPhight.com joined us for a great discussion about various aspects of this Phiillies team and what we can expect this year. Are the Phillies a postseason team, and can they even get to the World Series?  First, the guys gave their overall Major League Baseball predictions for the 2026 season: division winners, wild card teams, which teams will make it to the NLCS and ALCS, and ultimately the winner of the World Series. (Approx. 6:55) From there, it was all Phillies talk as they discussed the impact of pitcher Cristopher Sanchez’s new contract extension, which players they’re most concerned about this season, who might be the biggest surprise, how many homers Kyle Schwarber might hit, and predictions on how many games the Phillies will win this year. (Approx. 34:25) What they threw down on the Table this week was a great and in-depth conversation with John Stolnis from the Hittin’ Season podcast and The Good Fight about various storylines we’ll be following at the start of the Phillies season and throughout the year. All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 59:30) SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Jeff sat down with Mookie Alexander from FieldGulls.com over at SB Nation to discuss the ins and outs of the Seattle Seahawks offseason, what free agency has done to the team, and what this team needs to do to remain relevant and competitive during the 2026 NFL season. Can they overcome the talent lost? What might the upcoming NFL Draft look like for this front office? What is their biggest strength moving forward? All of this and much more this week on Opposition Territory! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

This week on the TABLE TALK interview podcast, Jeff sat down with Alyssa Freda and Kristen Roberts from the newly developed upcoming app and site, BackcourtIQ. The three discussed the rise of women’s sports over the years, but how their sports tech endeavor seeks to reshape the sports experience for women’s basketball and beyond. As women’s basketball continues to gain popularity, why is there still a disconnect between fans? How did being women founders shape their experience in the tech world space? All of this and much more this week on the Table Talk interview show! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstable Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com Follow us on Threads: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow us on Instagram: @philadelphiasportstable. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable