On the beat

Phillies

Todd Zolecki of the Inquirer discusses who will fill a coaching vacancy and a possible free agent reliever.

The Mayors of the two competing cities weren't the only ones making friendly wagers during the Phillies-Rays World Series.

Sixers

Phil Jasner of the Daily News says there's endless possibilities for Thaddeus Young in the Sixers offense.

Rotoworld.com expects Andre Iguodala to play through his foot injury on Wednesday.

Samuel Dalembert didn't practice yesterday, but according to Kevin Tatum of the Inquirer, he said he's fine and will be ready to go.

Flyers

Sam Carchidi of the Inquirer says the Flyers penalty killing unit is having a historic season.

GM Paul Holmgren said the hit Alexi Kovalev laid on Simon Gagne wasn't cheap, the Inquirer's Ed Moran said in this story.

Eagles

John Smallwood of the Daily News says he isn't a guy that likes to call for people's job. However, with Andy Reid, it's time for him to go.

Ashley Fox of the Inquirer said Donovan McNabb deserves a graceful exit.