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Tonight on the Check Swing Podcast, Justin Watson and Coach Santa tackle one of the most critical weeks of the Philadelphia sports year, spanning an unexpected football medical crisis and an opening-night basketball victory.We start with the serious news out of South Philadelphia. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is on injured reserve and expected to miss the remainder of the season after a calf issue progressed to deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli in his lungs.

We separate fact from speculation regarding blood clot risks, discuss the debate over player safety and team handling, and assess how the franchise navigates the rest of the football calendar.Then, we shift to Madison Square Garden, where the Philadelphia 76ers ruined the Knicks championship banner celebration with a gritty 106 to 100 victory. From LeBron James making his official Sixers debut to Tyrese Maxey pacing the offense in crunch time, we break down what worked and what this team looks like moving forward.Episode rundown:

• Jalen Hurts Health Update: Understanding the pulmonary embolism diagnosis and the timeline for recovery.
• Accountability & Protocol: Why the NFL opted against discipline while the NFLPA continues to review the situation.
• The Path Forward for the Birds: What Philadelphia's game plan looks like under center.
• Sixers Beat the Knicks: Breaking down the 106 to 100 opening-night statement win in New York.
• The New-Look Rotation: How LeBron James, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey shared the floor.

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Phillies are fighting for their playoff life. Magic number down to 2.

Coach Justin and Coach Santa break down all the latest Philadelphia sports action on this episode of the Check Swing Podcast on New Twist Radio Sports.

The guys kick off with an honest breakdown of the Philadelphia Eagles' tight 24-22 Week 1 victory over the Washington Commanders. They dive into Jalen Hurts' adaptability under his 11th offensive coordinator in 11 seasons, the offensive line concerns following Landon Dickerson landing on injured reserve, and what kind of performance Philly needs to deliver against the Tennessee Titans in Week 2.

Switching over to baseball, the conversation turns to the Phillies as the regular season winds down. With the postseason approaching, Justin and Miguel debate whether Zack Wheeler or Aaron Nola should get the nod for Game 1, discuss Jesús Luzardo's shoulder soreness, and break down the age-old argument of rhythm versus rest for starting pitchers.Plus, Coach Santa previews a special upcoming series for Hispanic Heritage Month honoring legends like Roberto Clemente, and the guys debate two classic "Would You Rather" gridiron scenarios: preserving the 1972 Dolphins' perfect season vs. leading the 2007 Patriots to 19-0, and Franco Harris's Immaculate Reception vs. Dwight Clark's "The Catch." They close out with an obscure Tom Brady playoff stat and another edition of the "Stump Me" player guessing game.

The NFL season is here, and the Philadelphia Eagles are stepping into a pivotal campaign with major expectations. On this episode of the Check Swing Podcast, we break down our full Philadelphia Eagles season predictions: key matchups, roster strengths, and the biggest storylines that will define their run.

Then, the focus shifts to the diamond as the Philadelphia Phillies hit the September stretch run. We examine the postseason race, pitching rotation dynamics, and what needs to go right down the stretch for Red October. Plus, we dive into the latest chatter surrounding LeBron James and what it means across the sports landscape.

In this episode, we break down an action-packed week in sports, starting with a historic and dramatic MLB Home Run Derby. St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker silenced the Philadelphia crowd by defeating home-town favorite Kyle Schwarber in the finals. Walker clutched the victory during bonus swings, taking home the 1 million dollar prize. We discuss his incredible family background—with parents graduating from MIT and Harvard—and contrast his new prize money with his 800,000 dollar yearly salary. We also recap the All-Star Game, where the American League shut out the National League 4-0.

Next, we shift to the gridiron with our updated NFL Top 10 list and a visual look at a reimagined Eagles Stadium.In soccer, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to its final two teams. Spain secured their spot in the final with a 2-0 victory over France, while Argentina advanced after a tight 2-1 battle against England. We wrap up our tournament coverage with a special "Not Quite World Cup Closeout" video.

Finally, we look at the future of the games. We dive into the newly announced high school baseball rule changes scheduled to take effect in 2027 and 2028, followed by an in-depth breakdown of the new college sports bill.

In this episode, we break down a busy week in sports across baseball, basketball, soccer, and football.

• MLB All-Star & Phillies Updates: We discuss the five Phillies named to the All-Star roster, Jesus Luzardo's addition to the team, and the possibility of Ranger Suárez missing the game. We also look at Zack Wheeler tying his career high with 14 strikeouts against the Reds, the debate over his potential All-Star snub, Bryce Harper's commitment to the Home Run Derby, and Justin Verlander's announcement that 2026 will be his final season.
• NBA & Sixers News: The Jalen Brown trade is official, revealing a family connection to the Eagles' AJ Brown. Plus, we look at the latest rumors surrounding Joel Embiid and LeBron James.
• World Cup & Eagles: We recap the United States' elimination from the World Cup and share quick updates on how the Eagles' offense is progressing in early workouts.