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This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Kelly Hinkle from BroadStreetHockey.com for an in-depth discussion and analysis about the 2025 Philadelphia Flyers Draft. Not only did they dive into the top picks, but what the overall vibe of the draft was as this team and organization are putting the pieces of the rebuild puzzle together. A great discussion!
Topics Kelly and Jeff discussed:
- Thoughts on Danny Briere & Co. picking Porter Martone at No. 6 overall, and what kind of player he may be in the future.
- Everyone was shocked by the Jack...

How did our 2025 Phillies season predictions sound before the start of the season? We replayed from our season preview podcast our predictions and how we thought certain players would perform this year. A fun reflection!
But first, Jeff and Matt Rogers from The Honorable Mention Podcast sat down to first discuss what this upcoming Philadelphia 76ers draft may look like and what it means for the future of the team. (Approx. 3:15)
From there, Jeff and Matt dove into the Phillies season, how the NL East may look in the future, whether the Atlanta Braves may be a team...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Matt Davis from Fansided’s ThatBallsOuttaHere.com for an in-depth discussion about what we’ve been seeing from this Phillies team here in 2025. The team has certainly been inconsistent in terms of the bullpen and batting - yet they’ve been successful. We dove into it this week!
- What has been the most frustrating part of the 2025 Phillies season thus far?
- The starting rotation could be the most resilient pitchers in Major League Baseball.
- As a result of the resiliency, when might we see Andrew Panint...

The Philadelphia Eagles season is almost upon us, and there are a ton of offseason storylines we’re following.
What the guys threw down on the Table this week was a fantastic and in-depth discussion with Shane Haff from the Eagles Pin-Pull Podcast Network about how we should be looking at the Super Bowl Champion Eagles team heading into their 2025-2026 season. Will the Birds still be the team to beat in the NFC? How might Jalen Hurts and Kevin Patullo continue to elevate the passing attack? What might the wide receiver No. 3 position look like? And is safety th...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Jacksonville Jaguars and what their coming 2025 season may look like. There’s a new front office and a new vision. Can the organization and team find success? This week, Tony Wiggins from the Locked On Jaguars and Locked On NFL podcasts joined us for a great discussion about the Jags’ future! 
Topics Tony and Jeff dove into:
- What has been the vision for the Jaguars front office during this 2025 offseason?
- What does a “break out” season look like for QB Trevor Lawrence?

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Josh Shuster from PhiladelphiaSoccerNow.com for an in-depth discussion about the 2025 Philadelphia Union team, and the success they’ve been having as they’re No. 1 in all of Major League Soccer. Can they stay atop of the Eastern Conference throughout this season? We dove into it this week!
Who should get the credit for where this team is at: head coach Bradley Carnell, the front office, the defense?
- How have the academy players stepped up throughout this season?
- A look at the goalkeepers: Andre Blak...

The Philadelphia Flyers upcoming draft is huge. Where this team goes in the future and where this rebuild lands is contingent on how well Flyers GM Danny Briere drafts at the end of June. Where might this team go with the No. 6 overall pick as well as the other two first-round picks the Flyers have? Charlie O’Connor from PHLY Sports joined us this week for a great pre-draft discussion!
But first, the guys dove into some Philly sports history with some interesting stories about the Phillies and the Flyers. (Approx. 9:10)
From there, the guys discussed the ups an...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Los Angeles Chargers and what their offseason has looked like. Can they take that next step this coming season and might QB Justin Herbert get his first playoff win? The offseason has been an interesting one for this team as they have new offensive pieces ready to make their mark in the AFC. Joining us this week is David Droegemeier from the Locked on Chargers podcast. It was a great discussion!
Topics David and Jeff dove into:
- What has been the vision for the...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Harrison Grimm from SB Nation’s LibertyBallers.com for a fantastic discussion about the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft and what it will mean for the Philadelphia 76ers, the team, and organization overall. Plus, we dove into some offseason storylines concerning players currently on the roster. It was a fun discussion with Harrison!
- What should Daryl Morey and the Sixers do with the No. 3 overall pick in the NBA Draft?
- What might Daryl Morey’s draft legacy look like when it’s all said and done?
- A lo...

The Philadelphia Phillies have had a number of ups and downs throughout the season. Players have been streaky. The bullpen has been questionable. Yet, many are confident about this Phillies season and where the team is heading. This week, Michael Fisher from Fansided’s ThatBallsOuttaHere.com joined us for a dive into some storylines the fan base has been following as of late. A great discussion!
But first, the guys dove into some Eagles offseason talk as DE Bryce Huff has been traded to the 49’ers. Might Howie Roseman have another trick up his sleeve and acquire additional talent this...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Atlanta Falcons and what their offseason has looked like over the past few months. There are new defensive pieces we’ll see on the field this season. And many of us cannot wait to see what QB Michael Penix Jr. will do for the offense. It was a great discussion with Aaron Freeman from the Locked on Falcons podcast this week!
Topics Aaron and Jeff dove into:
- What has been the vision for the Falcons front office during this 2025 offseason?
- What is Mic...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Madeline Campbell from BroadStreetHockey.com for a fantastic discussion about the Philadelphia Flyers offseason, the upcoming NHL Draft, and prospects within the Flyers farm system. It was a fun discussion with Maddie!
- What position should the Flyers and Danny Briere concentrate on with the No. 6 overall pick in the draft?
- What talent and players should be looked at by the front office at No. 6 overall?
- Is Helge Grans on track to move up to the big club in the future from the Lehigh...

There are a bunch of Philadelphia Eagles offseason storylines to follow. Whether it’s the new rookie talent and how they may contribute this season, to how Nick Sirianni is growing as a head coach, there’s plenty to discuss. Brandon Lee Gowton from BleedingGreenNation.com joined us for some fantastic analysis and a discussion about a number of Eagles offseason storylines as we’re looking towards this upcoming NFL year.
But first, the guys dove into some Philly sports history and honed in on the Sixers and Flyers. (Approx. 5:10)
From there, the guys got into a discussion about...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Seattle Mariners and what their season has looked like thus far as they are at the top of the AL West. A look at the starting pitching and batting is on the menu in this episode. Can they get past the injuries sustained on this team so far this season? Becca Weinberg from LookoutLanding.com at SB Nation joined us for a great discussion!
Topics Becca and Jeff dove into:
- Where is this team here at the end of May based on the expe...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Eric Moratelli from Fansided’s ThatBallsOuttaHere.com for a fantastic discussion as the guys graded the 2025 Philadelphia Phillies here in May. It was a fun discussion and analysis with Eric!
Grading discussion:
- The infield: offense and defense
- The outfield: offense and defense
- The starting pitching
- The bullpen
- The manager, Rob Thomson
All of this and much more this week on Table Talk!

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The Philadelphia Phillies are currently atop of the NL East. However, we’re asking the question on this podcast and during our interview: who are the Phillies? While they’re having a successful season thus far, the Phillies have had ups and downs here in 2025. To dive into this question, the guys brought on friend of the pod Liz Roscher from the Hittin’ Season podcast and the Society of American Baseball Research (SABR) for a great discussion to dissect what we’ve seen from the bats and arms this year. It was a great discussion!
But first, the guys dove int...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Kansas City Royals and what their season has looked like thus far as they are seeking to be competitive in the AL Central. A look at the starting pitching and batting is on the menu in this episode. The question is, can they make a run in the division this season? Matthew LaMar from RoyalsReview.com at SB Nation joined us for a great discussion!
Topics Matt and Jeff dove into:
- Rating the Royals starting pitching performance so far this season from a scor...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Sean Barnard from Fox Sports Philly’s The Gambler, the Pick Swap Media podcast, and Draft Kings for a fantastic discussion about the upcoming 2025 Philadelphia 76ers Draft and also some NBA Conference Finals postseason talk. The guys dove into how important this upcoming Sixers draft is to the future of this organization and team. It was a fun discussion with Sean!
Topics that Sean and Jeff dove into:
- Should Daryl Morey and the Sixers front office keep the No. 3 overall pick in the NBA Draft or tr...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Detroit Lions and what their offseason has looked like thus far as they are expected to, once again, be very competitive in the NFC this upcoming NFL season. This week, Jeff Risdon from The Lions Wire and The Draft Wire joined us for a great discussion about the offense, defense, and how well this team is coached.
Topics Jeff and Jeff dove into:
- What are the expectations for this coming season after a disappointing 2024 season?
- A look at how the Lions cont...

A new era begins for the Philadelphia Flyers as they have now hired their new head coach smack dab in the middle of the rebuild. General Manager Danny Briere now has put into place the first major piece of this offseason as this team apparently moves into a “win now mode.” We dove into it this week along with the upcoming NHL Draft and its implications for this Flyers organization. Kelly Hinkle from BroadStreetHockey.com joined us for some fantastic analysis and a discussion about where this offseason is heading for the men in orange and black.
But first, the...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Mark Schofield from SB Nation for a fantastic discussion about the 2025 Formula One and Grand Prix season. It was our first discussion about F1 here at the PST podcast show, and and eye-opening interview about how F1 is dominating the sports world. It was a fun discussion with Mark!
Topics that Mark and Jeff dove into:
- When did the surge of F1 really start happening in our contemporary history, and why has it moved to another level and eshelon in the sports world?
- Advances...

Free agency in the NFL has come and gone. The NFL Draft has come and gone. So, how do the four teams in the NFC East now look as we look forward to this upcoming NFL season? We dove into it this week! David Howman from BloggingTheBoys.com joined us for some great analysis and a fantastic discussion on where the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders, and New York Giants are heading after a number of moves all teams made during this offseason.
But first, the guys dove into the lack of offensive dentity by the Phillies, and...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Miami Marlins and what we’ve seen from this team so far during the 2025 MLB season. Yes, they’re currently at the bottom of the NL East division, but this is a team that has interesting pieces moving forward. We also dove into what their future looks like beyond 2025. Ely Sussman from FishOnFirst.com joined us for a great discussion this week!
Topics Ely and Jeff dove into:
- What has been the biggest challenge for this Marlins team so far this season, and why?

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Josh Rodriguez from The Dime with Josh & Kwab podcast for a fantastic discussion about the 2025 NBA playoffs, what we’ve seen from various teams thus far, and what certain teams will need to do on the court to advance. Can the Knicks beat the Celtics in the semifinals? Who are some under-the-radar players for us to keep our eyes on? It was a fun discussion with Josh!
Topics that Josh and Jeff dove into:
- A look at the Knicks identity in the postseason and what they’ll n...

The Philadelphia Phillies aren’t a bad team as we head into May. They’re not a really good team either at this point and after a month of baseball this season. While there are challenges across the board, they’re still a relevant team in the NL East. This week, Ethan Witte from TheGoodPhight.com joined us for a great discussion about where this team is at, and where they’ll be heading as they continue on with the 2025 season.
But first, the guys dove into some Philly sports history from this week. (Approx. 5:55)
From there, the guys ref...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Pittsburgh Steelers and what their offseason has been looking like, especially after the NFL Draft. Are they still a “mediocre” team or are they putting the pieces together for a run in the AFC North this upcoming season. Dave Schofield from the Steel Curtain Network over at SteelCurtainNetwork.com joined us for a great discussion this week!
Topics Dave and Jeff dove into:
- The quarterback situation for the Steelers heading Into the 2025 regular season.
- Building the defense through the trenches. Will they see...

A new era of hockey is on the horizon for the Philadelphia Flyers. With major questions about where the goalie situation goes from here long-term, this team is fortunate to have players like Matvei Michkov and Travis Konecny to build around. This week, Ryan Gilbert from BroadStreetHockey.com and the Broad Street Hockey Podcast joined us for a great discussion about where this upcoming offseason may go. How will GM Danny Briere handle free agency and the upcoming NHL Draft?
But first on this abbreviated podcast episode, Jeff dove into the struggles we’ve been witnessing from the Phillies as...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Seattle Seahawks and what their offseason has been looking like as they have the No. 18 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft that will help shape their course for the future. How should we be looking at this team heading into the 2025 NFL season? Mookie Alexander from FieldGulls.com at SB Nation joined us for a great discussion this week!
Topics Mookie and Jeff dove into:
- Rating and grading the Seahawks front office on the offseason they’ve had thus far.
- What w...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Lou DiBiase from the Locked on Eagles podcast for a great and in-depth discussion about how the Eagles will approach this upcoming NFL Draft. They seem to be playing with house money as many Birds fans are not too stressed heading into the draft. What positions will Howie Roseman and the front office focus on in the early rounds? It was a fun discussion with Lou!
Topics that Lou and Jeff dove into:
- Will the Eagles end up acquiring a defensive lineman with their No. 32 pick?<...

On this PST SPECIAL podcast, Jeff sat down with Matt Waldman from the Rookie Scouting Portfolio (mattwaldman.com and mattwaldmanrsp.com) to discuss and analyze a number of college football prospects heading to the NFL Draft? A look at the top quarterbacks in this draft class. Plus, a discussion about the running back position, and which tight ends may be a good fit for the Philadelphia Eagles. Matt also dove into a number of under-the-radar prospects who may just be those diamonds in the rough. A great discussion about a number of NFL Draft prospects!

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The Philadelphia Phillies are facing a number of offensive issues and challenges. Is it panic time as this team starts to now struggle at the plate? This week, Destiny Lugardo from PhilliesNation.com joined us for great and in-depth discussion about this Phillies team and where they’re at here in April. It was a great discussion!
But first, the guys dove into some Philly sports history from this week. (Approx. 5:50)
From there, the guys dove into how Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was named Time’s top-100 most influential people in 2025. (Approx. 11:25)
Then the guys discussed dished out...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the New York Giants and what their offseason has been looking like as they have the No. 3 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft that will help shape their course for the future. How should we be looking at this team heading into the 2025 NFL season? Chris Pflum from BigBlueView.com at SN Nation joined us for a great discussion this week!
Topics Chris and Jeff dove into:
- How should we be looking at and grading Giants GM Joe Schoen and their offseason thus far...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Jon Jansen from Fox Sports Philly’s The Gambler joined us for a fantastic discussion about the upcoming 2025 Eagles and NFL Draft. How will the Eagles front office handle team building in the future based on this upcoming draft? Also, what will be the approach for the Eagles’ rivals in the NFC East as it pertains to the draft? It was a fun discussion with Jon!
Topics that Jon and Jeff dove into
- Might Howie Roseman look to make a significant trade in the draft given how...

The Philadelphia 76ers season is, thankfully, almost over. A debacle of a season has brought to light a number of questions about where this team goes in the future. This week, Sean Barnard from Fox Sports Philly’s The Gambler, Draft Kings, and the Pick Swap Media podcast joined us for great and in-depth discussion about the Sixers upcoming offseason. It was a great discussion!
But first, the guys dove into some Philly sports history from this week. (Approx. 4:20)
From there, the guys talked about the Phillies and their season out of the gate, being able to contend wi...

As we celebrate and recognize our 12-year anniversary here in April 2025, our podcast show is now heading over to YouTube! Yes, you’ll be able to listen to and watch our podcast on YouTube starting this week with our main show that’ll be uploaded Thursday. Rest assured, we’ll still continue to upload our audio podcast here as well. Subscribe to our YouTube channel below!

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On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Cleveland Cavaliers and their dominant NBA season. While they are the favorites at this point to win the Eastern Conference, are there concerns with this team heading into the postseason? Are there players that still need to show some juice? Jackson Flickinger from SB Nation’s FearTheSword.com joined us for a great discussion this week!
Topics Jackson and Jeff dove into:
- Describing the Cavs season from what the expectations were to start the season, and where those expectations are now?
- Who is...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Dan Esche from BrotherlyPuck.com and the Brotherly Pod podcast for a discussion about the upcoming 2025 Flyers offseason. How does the firing of head coach John Tortorella impact the direction this Flyers organization and team this coming summer? There are tons of important storylines we’ll be following over these next few months. Topics that Dan and Jeff dove into:
- What kind of head coach should Danny Briere be looking for to take this team into the new era of Flyers hockey?
- How good can Ma...

The Philadelphia Union have embarked on their 2025 season, and they have been awesome out of the gate. It has been an unexpected start for the Union who are now ranked 2nd in MLS within the Eastern Conference. Great goaltending and a difference in philosophy with a new head coach are just a couple of the reasons why. We dove into the start of this season with Josh Shuster from PhiladelphiaSoccerNow.com. A great discussion all-around!
But first, the guys discussed the start of the Phillies season, concerns, and also what is the least of their concerns. (Approx. 6:55)
From...

On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Dallas Cowboys and what their offseason is starting to look like as they have a new head coach that will likely try to alter the culture of this team down the road. With some depth restructuring on the roster this offseason, can the Cowboys compete with the likes of the Commanders and Eagles this season? Matt Holleran from BloggingTheBoys.com joined us for a great discussion this week!
Topics Matt and Jeff dove into:
- Grading the Cowboys offseason thus far.
- Is Jerr...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with the President and General Manager of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs MiLB team, the AAA affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. The start of the ‘Pigs’ season has begun! What can families and fans expect to see and experience at Coca-Cola Park in the Lehigh Valley this year? Topics that Kurt and Jeff dove into
The overall impact of the IronPigs in the Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania.
How the organization provides quality entertainment for families throughout the year.
The importance of keeping the Coca-Cola Park field maintained well...