Folks, when the summertime gets a'kickin round these parts, sometimes it's TOUGH to get a pod in. But we did it, this time another classic duo of Bob and Jeff. We get it DONE with all things Philadelphia sports.First up - the Phillies as we begin to assess their "defects" as it were. Some issues with our high priced, long term contracts with aging players. But sure, we can all point at Turner and say UGH...and Nola as well. However this squad can still mash (see this weekend's dominating series win against the Mets), and it's still June! Why do they always say "it's still..." in baseball? No matter what month it is?Then we hop headlong into the Flyers and their trade of Ersson and Andrae. Got a good haul in return from the Leafs, in Woll and Benoit. Let's get gassed up for another playoff run boys! I already miss watchng the Flyers, don't you?And to end it we must give props to the Knicks, as painful as that might be. They got it done. BUZZSAW.Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod

We said - we told you - DON'T check the MLB standings til Memorial Day Weekend! Welp, we are HERE at MDW and the Hoagie Mouth team meets for a boozy brunch to check in on all things BEISBOL. Bob, Mike and Jeff bring you some trenchant insights into "who exactly ARE these Phillies?" We can say they've done well under Donnie Baseball, even turned the ship around a bit. But we're prone to the disappearance of the offense (the weekend was up and down in that regard)....and some of these pitchers REALLY need to get that ERA under 5.00. I mean CMON Nola. Painter, you're young, but wassup? LUZARDO MY DAWG. Let's see what the boys of summer bring to the party, because summer is here folks.Next ,we touch on the perhaps least exciting moment in the NFL season...the OTAs which kick in this week. Mike's not over the moon with excitement, but it does appear that the focus in gonna be on what Sean Mannion brings to the table as OC. for your Philadelphia Eagles. Yes, it's a bunch of players walking around the field with no pads on, but somehow we'll make some journalism out of it.Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod

We got the OG three back for this one - Bob, Mike and Jeff break down all things Philadelphia sports once again. But this time, we hang out for a bit (hover over?) with the two teams that just got bounced from the second round.First up, the Sixers! It's become a yearly endeavor for local and national media to have their meltdown about this team. It's all over! No one can work with this team! Embiid should be banished from anything sports related! We cut through the hysteria and give a solid "state of the team" analysis. With the latest front office moves (later Morey), it remains to be see what the offseason will be for this squad. Lookin like we're running it back! That may either excite or upset you.NEXT - it was really the heroes of the current Philly sports fans PASSIONS. The Flyers seemed to rally the city, and got a bunch of folks back in to hockey. Listen, it's the fourth most popular team in town overall, but I think the fandom just expanded, and rightfully so. We take stock of the current state of the team (Young! Pretty good! Attractive destination for free agents!), and we look forward to a solid offseason....where my only requirement is for them to figure out how the hell to succeed on the power play. LITERALLY NOTHING ELSE TO DO.Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod

Folks, we are just gutted that we haven't been able to get to you lately. Heck, I'm posting this as my family is trying to get out the door to head to the beach. THERE'S ONLY SO MUCH TIME, but for Philly sports action, we will MAKE TIME.We are BACK with the reality of both the SIXERS and the FLYERS making it to the second round of the playoffs. Delco's own HUN joins us to tell of his magical game 6 experience vs the Celtics at the X Mob. We came back in improbable fashion to bury Boston, but as we've seen, the Knicks are a different entity. Down 3-0, desperation time.LITERALLY in the same situation, we even live look in at the Flyers (Zegras SCORES), but then there was very little to celebrate after that. ALSO down 3-0 against a dominant Carolina squad, coached by a legendary Flyer...it's just, too on the nose. So we much punch the Canes in the nose if we have a hope to dig out of this hole. AGAIN an elimination game (TONIGHT) in South Philly. The X Mob is vibing, but let's get a win in each matchup eh?Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod

In what has become an annual tradition - the OG Hoagie Mouth crew (Mike B, Mike L, Bob L and Jeff) - are joined by a few fans of MOST of the other NFC East teams for a DOUBLE WIDE EDITION of the pod, following the first round of the NFL draft. Sadly, this year we couldn't get anyone from the Commies. Just like them to slither away from scrutiny.NO MATTER as we delve LIVE into picks by the Eagles, Giants and Cowboys. And as always, since some of us are in the NYC area, we bring along at least one Jets fan to keep a lil AFC flavor in there (thanks to Bill for bringing the thunder on that). I'll keep it brief because y'all need to save your energy for listening to this for the next 2.5 hours. ENJOY and GO HOWIE SZN.

We waited. We wanted to see what the SITCH was. And now, we know it. YOUR FLYERS are BACK in a home clinching playoff spot game for the first time in 8 years! Jeff CALLED it baby, he did, he did. We are FLYERED UP over here in Hoagie Mouth HQ. We also have love for the "back in the playoffs, sorry bout last year" Sixers - where they are doing a play-in game (TONIGHT!) against the Orlando Magic. Can we do it? Can we keep the vibes going without Joel? If we do it, the Celtics await. Dayum.And sure, we touch on the April Phillies (.500 ball, in pursuit of .506 as y'all know). And sure, maybe we even get a little excited about the NFL DRAFT which is now suddenly upon us! Next week - tune in for our marathon show which we love to do with our guests who represent the rest of the NFC East. And we have Jets fans too. Just to tempt you to tune in.Ok, playoff time in Philly once again. Let's GET IT.Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod

What up world? You think we can't be friends with Mets fans? We can! We are honored and we are humbled...to have first time guest and Mets obsessive Josh Bernstein (Z2 Comics, Danny Wimmer Presents, Paranormal Prison) on the program, along with returning (champion?) Mets PHAN Jesse M as we ponder the Mets and Phils fortunes in 2026.Long story short - it's really gonna go down to the wire in September. It's a given. Tell you what, I'll keep it short this week so you can get right to enjoying a DOUBLE WIDE EPISODE of Hoagie Mouth. PLAY BALL!Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod

ST PADDY'S HOLIDAY EDITION of Hoagie Mouth - sure you're hearing this today, nursing your Guiness hangover like you were beaten with a shillelagh...but we kept at it for you folks! We jump right in and discuss all things WBC - on the night of the championship no less (editors note - congrats to Venezuela!) . We discuss a NOICE performance by Nola, even if it was a traitorous appearance for Italy against the US and A. And we kinda basked in the postseason / championship vibe around the whole deal. Good to have exciting baseball in early March!And then it's on to the Eagles - who have been busy in making "little" moves here and there. An undisciplined but high upside corner? BRING HIM ON. Someone named MUNDT? You know I'm all about that. And of course, we are twiddling our thumbs waiting for the NFL draft. Join us for a very special episode that night!And we spent about 60 seconds on the Sixers. Time to get healthy or go home, buds. Next week I'll get the Flyers talk going. My prediction for the postseason? Flyers IN and Sixers OUT.Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod

We may have done it again...as a matter of fact we KNOW we did it again, dear Hoagie Mouth faithful. We covered all FOUR teams in less than 90 minutes. Why do it we do it? For the people, duh you dummy!First up - we cover the FLURRY of activity around NFL free agency. Not much on the acquisition front to report - but we have some fan favorites who are now former Eagles. Nakobe, Blankenship and Phillips are all gone. Still alive, but dead to me. Howie is planning some moves no doubt, but those will be in the draft and some salary cap sacrificial lambs. On to April's draft!Next up - the Sixers WIN but at what cost? Maxey out for three more weeks. Now Oubre out again. And Joel....man, who knows. Mike's not feeling good feelings about their chances in the postseason. If they even get there.The Flyers - similar. We miss Brink but welcome a BUMP...but let's see if we can keep a semblance of a season alive. Gotta win tonight - and it's a tough and improbable climb to the playoffs from here. Damn.We close out the show celebrating The Jesus Lizard signing with us for a few more years. Best rotation in baseball? FIGHT ME.Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod

In this day and age, when you can google any darn thing, why in the WORLD would you or COULD you still test positive for PEDs? In BASEBALL fer chrissakes. The most steroid-y problematic league?!? Well whatever, Rojas. I guess it was sort of a good run with the Phillies.On Hoagie Mouth, we don't shy away from the BIG stories...and we give you our somewhat informed takes on those big moments. Looks like Rojas is gonna fight the suspension, but the Phillies really do have bigger fish to fry. Every time we have a problem like this, I turn to the farm system to focus on a solid prospect. Aidan Miller, looking at you now bub.Speaking of INFORMED and DENSE takes, Mike gets into loads of analysis regarding possible moves by the Eagles. We talk compensatory picks, the draft, salary cap - YOU NAME IT, we got it in that segment.Jeff ponders if the suddenly resurgent Flyers will be buying / selling at this week's trade deadline. The jury is out, but we just won 3 in a row at the right time. Let's storm the castle for a wild card spot. Vladar wants it, you can't deny him.Lastly, we unfortunately tune in to the Sixers / Spurs game. Another insane blowout loss at home. We have a wellness check going on Mike. Will keep you posted.Email: [email protected]: @hoagiemouthpod