Quantcast

Philly Leader

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

News from September 2024

Medium qskesr6xeb80060fvouh10fi9cbg

Philadelphia police grapple with 218 unarmed robberies in last 4 weeks ending Sept. 22

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in unarmed robberies over the last four weeks ending Sept. 22, compared to the previous four-week period.

Medium q5nqofn1i5pnfxptumk9i2e9heft

Philadelphia police grapple with 414 retail thefts in week ending Sept. 22

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

Philadelphia experiences an increase in retail thefts in the week ending Sept. 22, compared to the previous week.

Medium icsrsoqvvn4w3poe1kdzoox0kxmx

Phillies enter postseason as strong contenders according to BetMGM

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

The 2024 MLB playoffs will begin on Tuesday, but the Philadelphia Phillies won’t take the field until this weekend for the National League Division Series. The Phillies secured the No. 2 seed in the NL, granting them a bye in the Wild Card Series and home-field advantage for Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday.

Medium jw4qmhk6sptb1cszf20ewbo5jutc

Phillies announce fan events ahead of National League Division Series

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

In advance of this weekend’s National League Division Series at Citizens Bank Park, fans are invited to participate in a series of events celebrating the Phillies’ return to postseason play. The festivities also mark the team’s first National League East division title in 13 years and their third consecutive postseason appearance. Fans can follow updates on social media via @phillies.

Medium x9nesgi3g7kux0cdwlinqr1nltbl

Flyers prepare to face Islanders in fifth preseason game

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

The Philadelphia Flyers are set to play their fifth preseason game against the New York Islanders on Monday evening in Elmont, New York. The match at UBS Arena is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EDT.

Medium 3gaj54jlxgd7u3t2b8v85uwwlymx

Philadelphia Union II to host first-ever home playoff match

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

Tickets for Philadelphia Union II's first-ever home playoff match are now available. The game is set to take place at Subaru Park on Sunday, October 20th.

Medium icsrsoqvvn4w3poe1kdzoox0kxmx

Phillies prepare diligently ahead of NLDS amidst concerns over long layoff

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

Trea Turner recalls the fall of 2019 vividly. He won the World Series with the Nationals that year. The Nationals secured a Wild Card win over Milwaukee, triumphed against the Dodgers in the NLDS, and swept the Cardinals in the NLCS. They then faced Houston in Game 1 of the World Series seven days later.

Medium 7fz5s608vgb0msghcqwpwr3frfev

How MLB playoff teams were built in different ways in 2024

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

There is more than one way to build a winning Major League team, and the 12 clubs headed to the postseason in 2024 demonstrate this diversity.

Medium 22y7neapadyp0jb9rlyt4341koig

Flyers announce roster for game against Islanders at UBS Arena

By Philly Leader | Sep 30, 2024

The Philadelphia Flyers have announced their roster for tonight's game against the New York Islanders. The match will take place at the UBS Arena, starting at 7:00 P.M.

Medium dp5kfzelddeibu3vhedfbrvs5ghy

Philadelphia faces 380 rapes by Sept. 22

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in rapes by Sept. 22, compared to the previous year.

Medium q5nqofn1i5pnfxptumk9i2e9heft

Surge in rapes: 12 incidents reported in Philadelphia in week ending Sept. 22

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

Philadelphia experiences an increase in rapes in the week ending Sept. 22, compared to the previous week.

Medium qskesr6xeb80060fvouh10fi9cbg

445 unarmed aggravated assaults reported in Philadelphia in last 4 weeks ending Sept. 22

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in unarmed aggravated assaults over the last four weeks ending Sept. 22, compared to the previous four-week period.

Medium 8jal9htq3az014ylpfpb2rebpeah

Kai Wagner sets Philadelphia Union assist record with his 51st career assist

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

Philadelphia Union's Kai Wagner set a new club record on Saturday evening by achieving his 51st career assist, surpassing Sebastien Le Toux. The German left back reached this milestone just past the hour mark during the match against Atlanta United FC. Wagner delivered a precise cross to Nathan Harriel, who scored with a one-time shot.

Medium 8jal9htq3az014ylpfpb2rebpeah

Wagner sets club record as Philadelphia Union draw with Atlanta United

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

Kai Wagner became the Philadelphia Union's all-time leader in assists during a 1-1 draw with Atlanta United FC at Subaru Park on Saturday evening. The Union's left back made history in the 61st minute by delivering a cross to Nathan Harriel, who scored to put the Union ahead. With this assist, Wagner notched his 51st career assist, surpassing Sebastien Le Toux for the club record.

Medium n8jq7dsjwepfjw5wb8tgsb095w3a

Eagles announce key player absences ahead of matchup against Buccaneers

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

The Eagles are in Tampa Bay preparing for a 1 PM kickoff against the Buccaneers, marking a rematch of the 2023 Wild Card round. On Sunday morning, the Eagles announced that All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson has been downgraded to out with a concussion. He sustained the injury in last Sunday's win over the Saints. Fred Johnson will start at right tackle today against the Buccaneers.

Medium mr87sxq9gb9tij3daewlo9h5tlin

Philadelphia Union draws with Atlanta United FC at home

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

Philadelphia Union faced Atlanta United FC at Subaru Park on Saturday night, resulting in a 1-1 draw. The first half ended without any goals, with the Union having more shots than Atlanta, seven to three.

Medium pf4d8xtsu95zdvk5i6l2jwe2bxix

Buccaneers defeat Eagles 33-16 in NFL Week 4 matchup

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

The Eagles faced the Buccaneers in Tampa Bay, marking a rematch of last year's Wild Card round. The Buccaneers secured an early lead and maintained control throughout the game, ultimately defeating the Eagles 33-16.

Medium 8wf9uevsgkkoxlrpm2fpf4w3zwo9

Phillies secure second-best MLB record ahead of NLDS

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

The Phillies concluded their regular season with a 6-3 victory over the Nationals at Nationals Park on Sunday. This win secured them the second-best record in Major League Baseball (95-67), granting them home-field advantage in every postseason series except a potential National League Championship Series against the Dodgers, who hold MLB’s best record (98-64).

Medium kck4rhy81olz1s0zwk7weym48poj

Philadelphia Union faces Atlanta United FC in key conference clash

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

Philadelphia Union concludes its September slate with a pivotal conference clash against Atlanta United FC on Saturday evening. The match, presented by Bimbo Bakeries USA, serves as the club's Hispanic Heritage Night contest. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM ET with the match broadcast on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV and on the 97.5 The Fanatic app and website.

Medium mr87sxq9gb9tij3daewlo9h5tlin

Philadelphia Union II wins against Atlanta United FC

By Philly Leader | Sep 29, 2024

Philadelphia Union II played against Atlanta United 2 at Subaru Park on Sunday evening, securing a 2-1 victory. In the first half, Atlanta’s Nick Firmino opened the scoring in the 42nd minute. Homegrown midfielder Cavan Sullivan equalized in the 78th minute of the second half. Late in stoppage time, another Homegrown midfielder, CJ Olney, scored to secure the win for Union II and keep them in contention for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.