Fanatic Highlights

Connor Thomas and Ray Dunne get you set for Super Bowl 60 between the Patriots and the Seahawks live from the Caesar's sportsbook in Atlantic City.

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Sean Brace continues with Fanatic Weekend. He expresses his opinions regarding the Sixers' trade deadline activities. Additionally, we hear from Sam Oshtry about his perspective on the Sixers for the remainder of the season. Furthermore, we engage in a discussion about the significant game taking place this weekend. Julian Edlow assists us in analyzing some of the most promising bets. Finally, we conclude the show by discussing the Phillies ahead of their reporting date for pitchers and catchers. Luke Arcaini joins the program to cover all matters related to the Phillies.

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Kevin Cooney begins Fanatic Weekend by addressing the implications of the Sixers' inability to make a significant move prior to the trade deadline. Dei Lynam shares her perspective on the Sixers' efforts to remain below the luxury tax threshold. Paul Hagen provide insights regarding the Phillies as pitchers and catchers prepare to report.

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Brendan Gunn is here this evening to discuss the 76ers, who are currently on a west coast trip. The team has achieved five consecutive victories and aims to extend that streak to six against the Lakers on February 5, 2026. However, before facing Los Angeles, the 76ers must bid farewell to Jared McCain, who has been traded to the Thunder in exchange for a 2026 first-round pick from the Rockets and three second-round picks. Brendan will analyze the rationale behind this trade and explore the possibility of further moves.

Joining the conversation is Matt Murphy from Sixers.com, who will provide insights on the McCain trade and the team's ongoing winning streak. Matt will also discuss the atmosphere within an NBA team as the trade deadline approaches, shedding light on the dynamics and pressures that players and management face during this critical period.

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Mike Gill talks about the suspension of Paul George and what it means for the Philadelphia 76ers as we get closer to the trade deadline. With George suspended, does a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo make more sense? Mike explains why the Bucks could be more enticed to take on George’s contract.

He also breaks down the hiring of Sean Mannion as the Eagles’ next offensive coordinator. Was this decision influenced by Nick Sirianni?

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John Kincade & Ricky Bottalico are live from the Xfinity Mobile Arena for the Flyers Charities Carnival! The guys provide exclusive inside access to the festivities of the carnival and chat to Flyers players, personnel, and alumni!

Joining the show are: Denver Barkey, Daniel Briere, Tyson Foerster, Jim Jackson and Brian Boucher, Dan Hilferty, Tim Saunders, and Wayne Simmonds!

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Nick Earnshaw gets you ready for Sixers Vs Pelicans. He starts us off with the main story from today, Paul George's suspension. Our very own Dei Lynam joins the show on the Paul George suspension and the state of the Sixers. We play Nick Nurse's full pregame press conference and he addresses the Paul George suspension. Plus, Nick takes us back to relive the glory days in honor of Saturday night's celebration of the 2001 Sixers.

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Kevin Cooney reacts to the Paul George suspension and breaks down what is potentially next for the Sixers and how there are some positives. The Philadelphia Inquirer's Keith Pompey joins the show to give his analysis to Paul George's suspension. We play you a shortened version of Nick Nurse's pregame press conference. Plus, how the important next season is for Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts with a new offensive coordinator.

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Shukri Wrights is present this morning to discuss the Eagles' decision to appoint Sean Mannion as their new offensive coordinator. From the outset, Shukri expresses concern that the Eagles may be repeating past mistakes by hiring another play caller with limited experience. He points out that previous issues stemmed from the inexperience of the offensive coaching staff, suggesting that this decision could place additional pressure on both Jalen Hurts and Head Coach Nick Sirianni in the upcoming season.

With Spring Training just 11 days away, Shukri shifts his focus to the Phillies, particularly the uncertainties surrounding their starting pitching. He also addresses the Sixers, who must consider potential trades as the deadline approaches, while reflecting on their recent inconsistent performances. Additionally, the show features breaking news regarding the 76ers. As the program concludes, the discussion turns to the Flyers, including a preview of their upcoming game against the LA Kings.

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Kevin Cooney is addressing the latest developments in Philadelphia sports, with a particular emphasis on the Phillies. Following Dave Dombrowski's recent press conference, fans are left feeling disheartened about the team's prospects. Kevin perceives the current roster as lacking vitality, suggesting that while the 2026 team shows promise, it is not yet equipped to compete for a World Series title.

In terms of the Eagles, the spotlight is on the open offensive coordinator position and the ongoing situation with AJ Brown. Kevin shares potential candidates he finds suitable for the role and expresses concern that AJ may be traded. He also emphasizes the necessity for the team to focus on drafting offensive linemen to strengthen their lineup.

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