Senior IOC member says Tokyo Olympics could be canceled if coronavirus isn't under control in time

A senior member of the International Olympic Committee is casting doubt on the possibility of postponing, moving or scattering this summer’s Tokyo Games because of the deadly coronavirus outbreak, saying organizers will probably either hold the event or cancel it.

Creators of original Phillie Phanatic call mascot's redesign 'an affront'

Wayde Harrison and Bonnie Erickson issued a statement Tuesday accusing the Phillies of a “lack of good faith in negotiating for an extension."

Phillie Phanatic debuts his spring training makeover

The Phillie Phanatic debuted a new look during spring training Sunday amid an ongoing copyright lawsuit with the mascot's original creators.

Embiid scores career-high 49, 76ers beat Hawks 129-112

Joel Embiid scored a career-high 49 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, Tobias Harris had 25 points and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Atlanta Hawks 129-112 on Monday night.

Rocky not Philly's only boxing statue worthy of a visit
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He was a legend in the boxing ring, and he called Philadelphia home. "Smokin' Joe Frazier" became a legendary member of the fabric of the city, FOX 29's Bill Anderson reports in this edition of "For Goodness' Sake."

Zamboni driver turned emergency goalie for Hurricanes headed to Raleigh with the team

A night after Ayres stepped in as an emergency goalie in Carolina's 6-3 victory at Toronto, the Hurricanes said they are bringing the Zamboni driver to Raleigh for their game Tuesday night against the Dallas Stars.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's 31 points lead Bucks past 76ers, 119-98

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 31 points and 17 rebounds, Khris Middleton scored 25 points and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 119-98 on Saturday night in a matchup of Eastern Conference rivals.

Scott Laughton scores twice, leads streaking Flyers over Jets 4-2

Scott Laughton scored two goals Saturday to lead the streaking Philadelphia Flyers to an 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets.

40 years later, Americans still believe in the ‘Miracle on Ice’

In 1980, Team USA’s victory over the Soviet Union’s national ice hockey team — then believed to be unbeatable — was and still is nothing short of miraculous. 

Baseball is back: Teams, fans return to Florida for spring training

With temperatures in the mid-50s, Friday was a cold one for most Floridians. But for some baseball fans from up north, it’s still paradise.

Embiid has 39, powers 76ers past Nets in overtime, 112-104

Joel Embiid had 39 points and 16 rebounds, Alec Burks and Shake Milton added big baskets in overtime and the Philadelphia 76ers extended their dominance at home with a 112-104 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night.

Hayes' OT goal powers Flyers past Blue Jackets 4-3

Kevin Hayes scored 3:51 into overtime, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3 on Thursday night to sweep the home-and-home series between Metropolitan Division contenders.

Astros name barred by Little Leagues near Williamsport amid cheating scandal

Just 60 miles east of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, one Little League director is sending a clear message to his 4,000 players about the Houston Astros and their sign-stealing scam.

Kobe and Gianna Bryant shared love of basketball and skills on the court

The pair were often seen together at games and he was known to gush about her tenacity as a basketball player in interviews and on social media.