24 APR 2024 · On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, William Metzger from SB Nation’s CrawfishBoxes.com joined us for a deep dive into what we’ve seen from the Houston Astros thus far in the American League. This is a team that has been relevant in Major League Baseball for the past decade, yet they’re at the bottom of the barrel in their division. Bill and Jeff discussed the following: - What were the expectations coming into the season, and how they’ve been derailed by injuries. - How can the starting pitching staff get back to where they need to be now that Justin Verlander is back in the rotation? - The Astros also have been struggling on offense. - What will happen at the cleanup position in the batting order due to a lack of production? All of this and much more this week on Opposition Territory! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

22 APR 2024 · This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Brandon Lee Gowton, aka BLG, from BleedingGreenNation.com for a discussion about the Eagles offseason and the upcoming NFL Draft. We asked the question; what will the theme of the Eagles Draft be when it’s all said and done? Topics that BLG and Jeff dove into: - How concerned should we be about the offensive line position given that we’ll end up seeing two new starters on the line this coming season? - What’s the likelihood that Howie Roseman and the front office draft a cornerback in the first-round? - When will the Eagles look to address the defensive line in the draft as things look slightly thin? - Thoughts on how the Eagles should be addressing the linebacker position this offseason. All of this and much more this week on Table Talk! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

18 APR 2024 · The Philadelphia Eagles are winning the offseason and it’s not even close. With the free agent signings, trades, and contract extensions dolled out, they’re running on all cylinders. Yet, the ever important NFL Draft is right around the corner. What should we be looking at when it comes to this Eagles team and the talent they’ll be looking to acquire next week in Detroit? This week, Shane Half from the Edge of Philly Sports and the On The Shane Page podcast joined us for a dive into what we’ve been seeing this offseason from the Birds. But first, we had a brief discussion about the end of the Flyers’ regular season and how it was a fun, monumental season. (approx. 6:55) We then had an in-depth discussion about the Phillies out of the gate, the lack of offense, and some great pitching. (approx. 9:40) From there, we dove into what we may see from a Sixers vs. Knicks matchup in the first-round of the NBA postseason. (approx. 25:00) We then moved along and gave out thoughts about Eagles WR DeVonta Smith’s contract extension, and thoughts about the upcoming Eagles Draft. (approx. 35:16) What we threw down on the Table this week was a fantastic discussion and interview with Shane Half about what we’ve not only been seeing from the Eagles this offseason, but our hopes for the upcoming draft. What has been the theme of this Eagles offseason? What are our hopes for round-one and round-two of the Eagles Draft? How much defensive help does this team need in the future? Plus much more within this discussion! (approx. 48:10) Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

17 APR 2024 · On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Blake Newberry from SB Nation’s VivaElBirdos.com joined us for a deep dive into the St. Louis Cardinals and what we’re seeing from this team here in mid-April. They’re a team that had struggles in 2023, and things haven’t been too, too impressive out of the gate here in 2024. Can they play spoiler in the NL Central? Blake and Jeff discussed the following: - Expectations for the Cardinals coming into this season with new faces on the roster. - MLB and the Cardinals have been throwing less and less fastballs - a trend that’s continuing to alter the game of baseball. - What are some of the pros and cons of the Cards bullpen so far this season? - The biggest challenges facing the Cards here in 2024. All of this and much more this week on Opposition Territory! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

16 APR 2024 · The 2024 NFL Draft will be here before we know it, and a new corps of talent will enter professional football this coming season. Some will be make a tremendous impact. Some will easily be forgotten. This week, Matt Waldman, creator and publisher of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio, joined Jeff for a great and in-depth discussion about incoming prospects and how we should be looking at this talent - and all talent - coming into the NFL. A look at quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Drake Maye, and how we should be looking at their skills as a form of art. How does this running back class look? What are we seeing with this year's wide receiver prospect pool? All of this and much more on this PST Special podcast with Matt and Jeff. Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

15 APR 2024 · This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Josh Shuster from PhiladelphiaSoccerNow.com for a discussion about women’s sports and how they completely rule! With the recent interest and pure athleticism from women’s college basketball to what’s in store for our daughters, the future if very bright wen it comes to women’s athletics. Topics that Josh and Jeff dove into: - What is more impressive, becoming the all-time leading scorer in basketball history or an entire undefeated season? - How will the popularity of the WNBA change with Caitlin Clark headed there next season? - How we have seen the emphasis on women’s sports change over the last 3 years, especially the last year? - What does the trajectory of women’s sports look like over the next 5 years? All of this and much more this week on Table Talk! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

11 APR 2024 · The Philadelphia Phillies 2024 regular season has started and it hasn’t been the greatest by any stretch of the imagination. They need to get some offense going if they’re to remain competitive in the National League. This week, Tim Kelly from PhilliesNation.com joined us for a discussion about what we’ve been seeing early this season, and how this team can get into an offensive groove. But first, we responded to some listener feedback about watching a Phillies game in Washington, DC and Wayne Simmonds’ upcoming retirement ceremony. (approx. 5:15) We then diverted from sports for a brief moment to talk about our guilty pleasures as of late. (approx. 13:00) From there, we dove into what the NCAA Women’s Basketball Finals meant to us, the sport, and women’s athletics overall. (approx. 25:10) We then moved along and gave out thoughts about how the Sixers, and Joel Embiid in particular, have been performing. We have high hopes! (approx. 32:55) We then talked about a compelling and interesting thread on Twitter/X from Josh Gessner, a minor league baseball player initially signed by the Phillies back in 2019 - and he hasn’t played in one MLB game yet. His storytelling was great! (approx. 41:00) What we threw down on the Table this week was an in-depth discussion and interview with Tim Kelly from Phillies Nation about the start of this Phillies season. When will we see more offense with all of this power? What has been the most surprising aspect of the season thus far? What will they do with Spencer Turnbull when Taijuan Walker returns? Plus much more within this discussion! (approx. 59:20) Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

9 APR 2024 · On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Matt Holleran from SB Nation joined us for a deep dive into what we’ve seen from the Washington Nationals thus far in the NL East. This is a key year for this team as they’re three years into their rebuild. What should we be looking out for from the Nats’ batting, defense, and pitching? Matt and Jeff discussed the following: - The one word to describe this team right out of the gate here in 2024. - The two players to keep our eyes on as this season, and ultimately the rebuild, continues to take shape? - The biggest concern on the team in terms of the defense. - How should we be looking at this starting rotation and ultimately the bullpen? All of this and much more this week on Opposition Territory! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow us on Twitter: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Len: @LenHunsicker Erik: @BrickPollitt Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

8 APR 2024 · This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Josh Shuster from PhiladelphiaSoccerNow.com for a discussion about the start of the Philadelphia Union’s 2024 season, and what we can expect in the future from a team that’s had some ups and downs. The question is: are the Union a solid team? Topics that Josh and Jeff dove into: - From the bottom of the barrel in the Eastern Conference to now No. 2, how has this team been gaining momentum? - Assessing head coach Jim Curtin’s job performance thus far. - Players who have stepped up and made a difference this season, and players who now need to take the next step. - What should give us fans confidence about this team as we look toward their next two matches? All of this and much more this week on Table Talk! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

4 APR 2024 · The Philadelphia Flyers are continuing to making moves on the ice as they have a new goalie in front of the net at the tail end of this season. What will Ivan Fedotov bring to this team short-term and long-term. It’s part of our discussion this week with Kelly Hinkle from BroadStreetHockey.com. Plus, we talked to the Lehigh Valley IronPigs General Manager, Kurt Landes, about the start of the ‘Pigs’ season and what’s to come at Coca-Cola Park. Both were great discussion! But first, we dove into the start of the Phillies season which has produces some ups and downs from a batting an pitching perspective. (approx. 3:15) We then discussed some of the best news in the world of Philly sports - Joel Embiid is back! What does this mean for the team with just a few more games as the postseason looms? (approx. 12:40) From there, we had a fun discussion with Kurt Landes from the IronPigs’ front office about what we can expect at Coca-Cola Park this year, how the players have been adapting to the new MLB required facilities, and much more. (approx. 22:15) What we threw down on the Table this week was an in-depth discussion and interview with Kelly Hinkle from Broad Street Hockey about the goalie situation with Ivan Fedotov, and whether he can be a spark this team needs. What does his presence mean for Sam Ersson’s tenure? We also discussed how Owen Tippett and Morgan Frost are becoming inseparable and truly producing well together as a pair on the ice. Plus much more within this discussion! (approx. 37:35) Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: https://philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 Follow the show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.