The Ringer's Philly Special

Should Rob Thomson have pulled Zack Wheeler in the sixth? Was this season the start of something? What actually cost the Phillies the World Series? The Ringer's Sheil Kapadia breaks down the Game 6 loss and looks back on the fun postseason run. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: David Curran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sixers All-Star guard James Harden has suffered a right foot tendon strain and will be out for a month. Next month the Sixers will have to face some tough Eastern Conference opponents, such as the Atlanta Hawks, Milwaukee Bucks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Chris and Raheem return to discuss how the team should navigate during this tough stretch without Harden. Should Tyrese Maxey be the focal point of the offense? Should Tobias Harris come off the bench? What is the current level of panic? Those questions, and some Phillies thoughts, are answered as they head back to Houston for Game 6 of the World Series. Hosts: Raheem Palmer and Chris Ryan Voice your frustrations at 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles took care of business in Houston against the Texans on Thursday Night Football and improve to 8-0 for the first time in franchise history! Meanwhile, after suffering a no-hit loss on Wednesday night, the Phillies lost again to the Houston Astros in Game 5 and are headed back to Houston for Game 6. Sheil and Ben discuss the Eagles win and what to expect after the the mini bye week, and (42:52) Sheil closes out the show with his thoughts on how the Phillies can come out victorious in Game 6. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia & Ben Solak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies got no-hit in a 5-0 loss to the Astros in Game 4 of the World Series. Now what? Sheil Kapadia is joined by CBS3's Pat Gallen to break down the loss and look ahead to Game 5 and the rest of the series. Host : Sheil Kapadia Guest: Pat Gallen Leave us a voicemail of your concerns! - 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies absolutely dominated Lance McCullers Jr. in Game 3 forcing him to give up five homeruns in a 7-0 rout of the Houston Astros. Sheil is joined by the guys from the ‘Birds With Friends’ podcast Bo Wulf and Zach Berman to discuss the lopsided victory. Zach was at the game and gives us a visual of what the crowd was like at Citizens Bank Park. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guests: Zach Berman & Bo Wulf Leave us a voicemail – 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles are headed to Jalen Hurts’s hometown of Houston to face the lowly Texans on Thursday Night Football. Due to the short week, Sheil and Ben have come up with the Tuesday Six! Six questions that need answers headed into the matchup. Plus, they also review an active trade deadline and discuss which moves the Eagles should’ve made after the Robert Quinn acquisition. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Leave us a voicemail. We want to hear from Eagles Nation – 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles are 7-0 for the first time since 2004 after stomping out the Steelers, 35-13, at the Linc on Sunday. A.J. Brown had an impressive performance, catching six well-placed passes from Jalen Hurts for 156 yards and three touchdowns. The defense also forced two turnovers and leads the league in turnover margin at +14. Sheil and Ben discuss the soaring Eagles and their lopsided victory. Also, how much will Jordan Davis’s injury impact the Eagles going forward? Could there perhaps be another trade deadline move for Howie Roseman in the works? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Leave us a voicemail. We want to hear from Eagles Nation – 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil Kapadia is joined by James Seltzer and Jack Fritz of 94 WIP and the 'High Hopes' podcast to talk about the Phillies' Game 2 World Series loss to the Houston Astros. Plus, the guys look ahead to Game 3 and the rest of the series. Can the Phillies bounce back as the series moves to Philadelphia? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies win Game 1 of the World Series on the road after an historic comeback being down 5-0. Also, thanks to J.T. Realmuto's homer in the 10th inning to give the Phils a 6-5 lead. Sheil Kapadia and Brad Rutter talk about the emotional roller coaster of a game and take a peak at Game 2 with Zack Wheeler set to start on the mound. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brad Rutter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Game 1 of the World Series between the Phillies and Astros is set to begin Friday night, and we’ve got all the bases covered on what you need to know about both teams heading into the matchup. Sheil Kapadia and 94 WIP’s Joe Giglio raise some questions about the series, ranging from Aaron Nola being named Philly's Game 1 starter to trade-deadline acquisition Brandon Marsh being the X-factor. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Joe Giglio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears have traded veteran pass rusher Robert Quinn to the Eagles for a 2023 fourth-round pick. Quinn, a three-time Pro Bowl defensive end, broke the Bears’ single-season sack record with 18.5 in 2021. Howie Roseman has been known to make deals around the deadline, and continued that tradition today. Sheil and Ben give their immediate reactions to the trade and discuss whether this is a good move or bad move for the Birds. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Leave us your voicemails about the trade! - 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles are fresh off their bye week and back in action Sunday against the Steelers at the Linc. Sheil and Ben got a chance to look at the Steelers film from this past week, and let’s just say it isn’t impressive. Will the Eagles be able to cover the 10.5-point spread, or will Kenny Pickett and crew keep the game close? Also, it’s the Wednesday 10 this week, and Sheil and Ben answer your mailbag questions. Plus, what players will the Eagles target as the trade deadline quickly approaches? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Leave us a voicemail – 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Philadelphia Phillies are headed to the World Series for the first time in 13 years! Bryce Harper might’ve hit the most important home run in Phillies history in the eighth inning, which gave the team a 4-3 lead and clinched a World Series berth. The boys from the 'High Hopes' podcast were at the game to witness it all, and join the show to tell Sheil what the environment was like when the Phillies got the final out. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guests: James Seltzer and Jack Fritz Leave us a voicemail – 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the Jean Segura game to how Rob Thompson managed the bullpen, Sheil Kapadia offers five takeaways from the Phillies' Game 3 NLC win over the Padres Host: Sheil Kapadia Leave us a voicemail - 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the Thursday 10! The Eagles have found themselves undefeated in the bye week, which has fans optimistic about a Super Bowl run this season. Sheil and Ben have reviewed the film from the Cowboys game and will answer 10 burning questions from fans about their beloved birds. The trade deadline is also quickly approaching, so who are some players that the Eagles should target. Could Carolina’s RB Christian McCaffrey be one? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Voice your frustrations - 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an almost must-win NLCS Game 2 for the San Diego Padres, they rallied to a victory after a five-run fifth inning led by Austin Nola and Juan Soto's timely doubles. Phillies starter Aaron Nola had only allowed one unearned run in all of October, but that wasn’t the case today as he gave up six earned runs and was pulled in the fifth inning. James Seltzer and Jack Fritz of 94 WIP and the 'High Hopes' podcast join Sheil Kapadia to talk about what went wrong for the Phils in Game 2, and what to expect in Game 3 as the series heads to South Philadelphia. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guests: James Seltzer and Jack Fritz Voice your frustrations and leave a voicemail – 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers’ season is underway, and the opener was underwhelming for the squad. They lost their first game Tuesday night at TD Garden to their longtime rival, the Boston Celtics, by a 126-117 score despite Harden's 35 points on 9-for-14 shooting, eight assists, and eight rebounds. A loss that also occurred thanks to Jayson Tatum and Jalen Brown scoring 35 points each. Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer, two Philly natives, voice their concerns for the squad after they came out flat. Are the Sixers a real contender for the NBA Championship season? Plus, is this the most disappointing loss in Philly history? Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Leave us a voicemail!: 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies take Game 1 of the NLCS in Petco Park thanks to a Bryce Harper solo shot in the fourth inning, and a massive Schwarbomb in the sixth that went 488 feet—the second-longest homer according to Statcast since they began tracking in 2015. Zack Wheeler wasn’t too bad, either. The Phillies' ace struck out eight, gave up one hit, and shut the Padres out in his seven innings. Sheil Kapadia and Brad Rutter recap the victory and preview what to expect in Wednesday’s Game 2. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brad Rutter Leave us a voicemail!: 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a glorious weekend for Philly sports fans as the Eagles beat their hated rivals, the Dallas Cowboys, and the Phillies are headed to the NLCS for the first time since 2010. The Eagles are going into the bye week as the only undefeated team left in the NFL at 6-0. Sheil and Ben dissect what the Eagles have been doing on both sides of the ball to remain undefeated and what improvements they need to make in order to have a long postseason run. Plus, the Phightin’ Phillies are on a run that we haven’t seen in over a decade (46:28). Sheil has a series preview as the Phils are set to face the San Diego Padres for the NLCS title. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Leave us a voicemail! 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first of two meetings between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys is set to take place Sunday night in Philly with the division lead on the line. Despite losing QB Dak Prescott in Week 1 to a thumb injury, the Cowboys haven’t lost a game with backup Cooper Rush in the starting role. The Eagles, on the other hand, are rolling after pulling out a close one against the Arizona Cardinals. Sheil and Ben have gone over the film, crunched the numbers, and are ready to tell if you whether the Eagles will come out victorious against their NFC East rivals. What will it take to stop Micah Parsons and the Dallas front? Also, will the Cowboys be able to stop the high-powered Eagles offense? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Leave us a voicemail!: 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phillies ace Zack Wheeler was pitching a great game until late in the sixth inning, when the Braves went on a rally thanks to a HBP on Ronald Acuna Jr.'s elbow and a miscue by 1B Rhys Hoskins with two outs that led to the Braves scoring three runs and taking Game 2. Sheil Kapadia and Pat Gallen of CBS Philadelphia talk about the upsetting loss, and what to expect from the Phils as they return home to host a playoff game at Citizens Bank Park for the first time in 11 years. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Pat Gallen Leave us a voicemail!: 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies take Game 1 of the NLDS vs. the NL East-rival Atlanta Braves behind a stellar performance from OF Nick Castellanos, who went 3-for-3 with three RBI’s and a clutch catch in the ninth inning to help lead the Phightin' Phils to victory. Sheil Kapadia and American game show contestant, TV host, producer, actor, and diehard Philly sports fan Brad Rutter discuss the blowout-turned-nail-biter that resulted in a Phillies victory. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Brad Rutter Leave us a voicemail!: 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Philadelphia Eagles remain the only undefeated team in the NFL after a close 20-17 victory against the Arizona Cardinals. Jalen Hurts had solid numbers again, but did he look more like 2021 Hurts rather than 2022 Hurts? Plus, the defense had a lot of holes in their zone scheme. Is Jonathan Gannon back to his old ways? Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak break down the highs and lows of the game and why these close victories will be good for the team in the long run. And we look ahead to Dallas week! Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Philly fans, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail: 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies won Game 1 of the NL Wild-Card series thanks to a six-run 9th inning. It was the first time in 94 postseason games that the Cardinals blew a lead of at least two runs going into the final inning. Sheil Kapadia and Pat Gallen of CBS Philly discuss the amazing comeback that had Cardinals fans headed for the exits early and what to expect in Saturday night’s game.Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Pat Gallen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The drought is finally over! The Philadelphia Phillies have ended their 11-year playoff absence, and are set to face the St. Louis Cardinals in an NL wild-card matchup. Dan McQuade (@dhm) of Defector.com joins Sheil Kapadia to reminisce about the good ole days when the Phillies had their playoff runs in the ’90s and 2000s, and discuss whether this current team can make a run even if they don't have the highest odds to win the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The undefeated Eagles are headed to Arizona to face Kyler Murray and the Cardinals, and they may be without some key players due to injury. How will this affect the Eagles in their quest to remain undefeated? Sheil and Ben raise the question of Kyler vs. Jalen, which QB would they rather have right now? Plus, we have some quarter-ish season awards to hand out. Who’s been the offensive and defensive MVP for the Eagles thus far this season? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Leave Us a Voicemail!: 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After trailing the Jacksonville Jaguars 14-0 in the first quarter, the Eagles came back to defeat the Jags 29-21 and remain undefeated at 4-0. The Eagles ran for 213 yards against the Jags' no. 1 run defense and had a total of five takeaways, including Haason Reddick’s game-sealing strip-sack late in the fourth quarter. We’ve now seen this team face some real adversity, so what will it take for Philly to lose a game, and how will facing adversity now help the Eagles later on during a potential deep playoff run? Sheil and Ben break it all down. Please Leave Us a Voicemail!: 215-315-7982 Hosts: Sheil Kapadia & Ben Solak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming off a demonstrative victory against the Washington Commanders, the Eagles are set to face the man that guided them to their first and only Super Bowl victory: Doug Pederson and his Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jags are 2-1 coming off a 38-10 beatdown of the Los Angeles Chargers last Sunday. The Jalen Hurts hype train just keeps getting bigger every week, but could the vaunted Jaguars defense put it on hold? The Eagles defense has also been rolling, but it'll be facing former no. 1 pick Trevor Lawrence, who’s shown major improvement from his disastrous rookie year under Urban Meyer. This will be the Eagles' toughest test to date. Sheil and Ben give their game predictions. Will the Eagles remain undefeated? One host has his doubts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Philadelphia Eagles are 3-0 and remain undefeated after a commanding win against their old friend Carson Wentz and the Washington Commanders. Sheil and Ben discuss the outstanding performance from the Birds, and QB Jalen Hurts's gaudy stat line, completing 22 of 35 passes for 340 yards and three touchdowns. Did the performance impress the guys and convert them into Hurts believers? Also, the defense was dominant and sacked Wentz nine times. What has gotten into Jonathan Gannon?! Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles are headed to the Nation’s Capital to face their former QB and the no. 2 overall pick of the 2016 NFL draft, Carson Wentz. Sheil and Ben have digested the film from Monday night’s victory over the Vikings and are here to tell you the Eagles' strengths and weaknesses heading into Week 3. They also have some burning questions that must be answered: Who does 2022 Jalen Hurts remind you of so far? Does Jordan Davis actually need more playing time? How did Ben’s phone end up in the fridge? Plus, we got our first voicemail! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles are 2-0 after defeating the Vikings on 'Monday Night Football' behind magnificent performances from QB Jalen Hurts and CB Darius Slay. Sheil and Ben discuss the biggest takeaways from the victory. Is it time to consider the Eagles Super Bowl contenders? Has Hurts finally reached the level of play that fans have been clamoring for? Did DC Jonathan Gannon get the doubters off of his back after nearly blowing the game against the Lions in Week 1? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Ben have finally digested the film from both the Eagles' and Vikings' Week 1 victories, and get you set for Jalen Reagor's return to the Linc on Monday night. All eyes are on Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon and what adjustments he’ll make after giving up 21 second-half points to the Lions. Will first-round pick Jordan Davis play more snaps? How will the Eagles defense prepare for Justin Jefferson, perhaps the best receiver in the league? Sheil and Ben have the full breakdown and predictions for the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles squeak out a win in Detroit, and Ben and Sheil are here to tell you the good, the bad, and the ugly from the season opener. Did Jalen Hurts perform to a level that exceeded Eagles fans' expectations? Is A.J. Brown the next coming of Terrell Owens? Should Jordan Davis be getting more snaps as the season progresses? Also, Does Sheil need to find a new doctor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles season is set to kick off on Sunday against the Detroit Lions, and Ben and Sheil are here to give you their expert analysis on how things will shake out against Dan Campbell and Co. They also have some bold predictions for what will happen during and after the season. Will Jalen Hurts be the Eagles' starting QB in Week 1 of 2023? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Ben take a look at four big picture questions heading into the 2022 season. How will Jalen Hurts's future play out over the next seven months? How do we feel about Nick Sirianni and the coaching staff overall? Did Howie Roseman have a good offseason? And how much confidence should fans have in Jeffrey Lurie and Howie Roseman going forward? Plus, they answer the first mailbag questions of the season! Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Ben are back with their “pain scale” rankings, this time on the offensive side of the ball for the Eagles. How worried are they about Jalen Hurts? Is the lack of running back talent that big of a deal? And how will the addition of A.J. Brown impact the offense? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the very first episode of the 'The Ringer's Philly Special,' Sheil and Ben break down every position group on the Eagles defense and where they rate on the "Pain Scale" of 1-10. Will the additions of former Georgia Bulldogs Jordan Davis and Nakobe Dean, and the recent trade for Chauncey Gardner-Johnson ascend the Eagles defense into being a top-10 unit in all of football?Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Solak, Sheil Kapadia and more of The Ringer's Philly crew bring you a new show dedicated to all things Philly sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices