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Mike Lipinski

Sports Editor

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Mike Lipinski has been covering Philadelphia sports since 2005. Previous stops include Section 247 Sports, My MMA News, and more. He has been a part of the Sports Talk Philly team since 2019. He is the editor of Philadelphia Phillies content, co-editor for college football covering mainly the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, and dabbles in all other sports. Follow him on social media channels -Twitter & Threads- @TheMikeLipinski

Articles by Mike Lipinski (1264)

Army-Navy Game Will Be Played Elsewhere Starting in 2023

The United States Military Academy at West Point and the United States Naval Academy announced the Army-Navy game will be hosted in five different Northeast cities including Philadelphia. The game has historically been played in Philadelphia since 1900.

Mike Lipinski  •  20 Jun 2022
Trade Alert: James Norwood Traded to Boston for Cash Considerations

Recently demoted relief pitcher James Norwood has been traded to the Boston Red Sox, the Phillies announced on Saturday afternoon. Norwood was 1-0 with an 8.31 ERA in 20-appearences for the Phillies in 2022 before being designated for assignment.

Mike Lipinski  •  18 Jun 2022
Farm Report: Reading’s Logan O’Hoppe Added to MLB’s Top 100 Prospects List

Reading Fightin’ Phils catcher Logan O’Hoppe has been added to MLB’s Top 100 Prospect list. The 22-year old is leading Reading in multiple categories including home runs, RBI’s, and batting average.

Mike Lipinski  •  18 Jun 2022
The Philadelphia Eagles (Allegedly) Have a New Wordmark

The Philadelphia Eagles have made the first major change to their visual identity since 1996. The Philadelphia Eagles new wordmark has leaked…and we’re not sure why.

Mike Lipinski  •  16 Jun 2022
Down on the Farm: Checking in on the Philadelphia Phillies Top Prospects

Sport Talk Philly’s Michael Lipinski goes “Down on the Farm” and takes a look at how the top prospects in the Phillies farm system are fairing.

Mike Lipinski  •  15 Jun 2022
ECHL: Changes Coming to the Reading Royals, MacDonald Steps Down as Head Coach

Kirk MacDonald has stepped down as head coach and director of hockey operations for the Reading Royals, the team announced on Monday.  MacDonald has served as the Royals head coach since 2017 and led Reading to the 2021-22 ECHL Eastern Conference North Division title and an appearance in the Kelly Cup Playoffs.  The Royals lost in the division finals to Newfoundland (TOR) 4-3 in the best of seven series. 

Mike Lipinski  •  14 Jun 2022
The Eagles Are Getting into the Tequila Business

The Philadelphia Eagles and tequila maker Real Azul have announced a corporate partnership. Real Azul will debut a Kelly Green bottle in 2023 when the classic uniforms return to the Eagles rotation.

Mike Lipinski  •  14 Jun 2022
PFF Grades the 2022 Philadelphia Eagles Offensive Line

Pro Football Focus has unveiled their 2022 offensive line rankings. The Philadelphia Eagles make an impresive jump in the rankings coming off of a 2021 season where they ran the ball at will.

Mike Lipinski  •  14 Jun 2022
A Mixed Bag for Andrew Painter in his First High-A Start

Andrew Painter, the Phillies top minor league prospect, made his first start for High-A Jersey Shore on Sunday. Painter showed why he’s the top prospect in the Phils system despite a a so-so outing.

Mike Lipinski  •  12 Jun 2022
Zack Wheeler Reinstated, Scott Kingery Designated for Assignment

Scott Kingery’s return to the Big Leagues is over.  The Phillies have reinstated starting pitcher Zack Wheeler from the paternity list and designated Kingrey for assignment. 

Mike Lipinski  •  10 Jun 2022