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Mike Lipinski

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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)

Kyle Schwarber Free Agency: 5 Teams That Make Sense Beyond the Phillies

From the Tigers to the Reds, here’s where the slugger could land next and what each team offers Kyle Schwarber’s left-handed power is the kind of rare, game‑changing bat that makes front offices excited. After crushing a career-high 56 home runs in 2025, the slugger is set to test free agency. For Phillies fans, the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  23 Nov 2025
Ranger Suarez Poised for Big Free Agency Payday, Phillies Likely Out of Mix

Ranger Suarez is reportedly set for a three-year, $75 million deal in free agency, likely pricing the Phillies out of contention and shifting attention to top prospect Andrew Painter. Ranger Suarez is expected to cash in on the free-agent market this offseason, with MLB insider Jeff Passan reporting that the hard-throwing right-hander is set to […]

Mike Lipinski  •  23 Nov 2025
Everything Went Wrong: How the Eagles Blew a 21-Point Lead to the Cowboys

Philadelphia’s historic meltdown highlights penalties, undisciplined play, and coaching missteps ahead of Black Friday showdown with the Bears. While it wasn’t quite the historic collapse of Marion Campbell’s 1985 Eagles, who infamously blew a 23-point lead to the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday’s meltdown against the Dallas Cowboys was the franchise’s worst in nearly four decades. Philadelphia […]

Mike Lipinski  •  23 Nov 2025
Thursday Night Football Proved the Eagles’ Jalen Hurts Approach Is the Right One

Despite rising calls for a more explosive offense, the Eagles’ steady approach with Jalen Hurts continues to deliver wins while Josh Allen’s high-risk style sinks Buffalo. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been catching strays about his offensive ability since his days at Alabama — hell, probably since high school. The lazy quips have followed […]

Mike Lipinski  •  21 Nov 2025
DeSean Jackson Weighs In on Jalen Hurts-AJ Brown Tension: “It Sticks Out Like a Sore Thumb”

Eagles legend raises alarm about quarterback-receiver tension that could mirror last season’s locker room chaos. The Philadelphia Eagles may be 8-2 and favorites to reach the Super Bowl, but cracks are reportedly forming behind the scenes. Eagles Hall of  and Delaware State head coach DeSean Jackson hinted at a simmering tension between quarterback Jalen Hurts […]

Mike Lipinski  •  20 Nov 2025
Derrick Gunn Doubles Down on Jalen Hurts Locker Room Concerns as Eagles Tension Surfaces at 8-2

Eagles insider Derrick Gunn’s renewed reporting echoes Diana Russini’s earlier claims of organizational frustration with Jalen Hurts—fueling speculation that the team is using the media to send a message to its franchise quarterback. After a handful of days of social media vitriol and sports radio conjecture, Philadelphia Eagles insider Derrick Gunn has doubled down on […]

Mike Lipinski  •  20 Nov 2025
MLB Finalizes New Media Rights Deals With ESPN, NBC, and Netflix — Here’s What It Means for Phillies Fans

MLB Finalizing New Media Rights Deals With ESPN, NBC, and Netflix Ahead of 2026 Season A short-term set of deals reshapes national broadcasts as MLB positions itself for a massive rights overhaul in 2028 Major League Baseball is finalizing a trio of new national media rights agreements with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix that will dramatically […]

Mike Lipinski  •  19 Nov 2025
Lane Johnson Injury Update: Lisfranc Foot Injury Could Require Surgery

Philadelphia Eagles tackle Lane Johnson faces uncertainty with a Lisfranc injury; surgery has not been ruled out as the team evaluates his recovery timeline. Lane Johnson’s season remains uncertain after he aggravated a Lisfranc injury in Week 11, and the Philadelphia Eagles are approaching his recovery with caution. According to team insider Jeff McLane, surgery […]

Mike Lipinski  •  18 Nov 2025
Phillies Add Andrew Painter and Gabriel Rincones Jr. to 40-Man Roster

Phillies Go Young: Andrew Painter and Gabriel Rincones Jr. Added to 40-Man Roster Philadelphia Phillies embrace a youth-driven strategy, adding top prospects Andrew Painter, Gabriel Rincones Jr., and Alex McFarlane ahead of the Rule 5 Draft. The Philadelphia Phillies are taking a step toward a youth-driven future, officially adding top prospects Andrew Painter, Gabriel Rincones […]

Mike Lipinski  •  18 Nov 2025
Phillies Working on Trading Nick Castellanos, But Deals Remain Elusive

Philadelphia Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski confirmed during the GM Meetings in Las Vegas that the team is actively exploring trade options for veteran outfielder Nick Castellanos. Dombrowski admitted he had a candid conversation with Castellanos, suggesting “a change of scenery might do him well,” signaling the organization’s desire to move on. The […]

Mike Lipinski  •  18 Nov 2025