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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)

Joel Embiid Cleared to Play vs. Hornets — The Annual is Joel Embiid Health Saga Begins!

Good news, Sixers fans — or at least, the kind of “good news” that comes with an eye roll and a deep sigh. Joel Embiid has been cleared to play in Friday’s preseason finale against Minnesota, per NBA insider Chris Haynes. Yes, you read that right — Embiid is officially, maybe suiting up! Philadelphia 76ers […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Oct 2025
Philadelphia Phillies Eye Youth Movement to Complement Veteran Core in 2026

As the Philadelphia Phillies prepare for the 2026 season, President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski is signaling a subtle but notable shift in roster construction. While the club’s veteran core — potentially featuring re-signed mainstays like Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto — remains vital, Dombrowski has made it clear that a youthful infusion is on […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Oct 2025
Eagles vs. Carson Wentz: Philadelphia Looks to Regain Defensive Swagger as Former QB Likely Starts for Vikings

It’s looking increasingly likely that Carson Wentz will start for the Minnesota Vikings this Sunday when they face the Philadelphia Eagles — the team that once drafted him to be its franchise quarterback. Vikings rookie J.J. McCarthy remains limited in practice with a shoulder injury, while Wentz has been a full participant all week and […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Oct 2025
Eagles Injury Update: Quinyon Mitchell and Jalen Carter Trending Towards Playing vs. Vikings

The Philadelphia Eagles are starting to get healthy at the right time — especially on the defensive side of the ball — as they prepare for a bigger-than-expected Week 7 showdown with the Minnesota Vikings. Two key names to watch closely are cornerback Quinyon Mitchell and defensive tackle Jalen Carter, both trending in the right […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Oct 2025
Philadelphia Eagles Look to Regain Their Swagger After Two-Game Slide: “We Can’t Be F—ed With”

After back-to-back losses that sent fans and pundits questioning the Philadelphia Eagles’ identity, the locker room message this week is simple: bring the swagger back. It wasn’t just a figure of speech — it was a mindset the team believes it rediscovered during a pivotal week of accountability, focus, and renewed energy. Wide receiver Jahan […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Oct 2025
Phillies Keep Coaching Staff Intact as Offseason Looms — Big Roster Decisions Await After World Series

Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski and manager Rob Thomson met with the media Thursday at Citizens Bank Park for the team’s end-of-season press conference. The biggest takeaway: the entire Phillies coaching staff will return intact, with the team planning to add an additional bench coach. Here are a few more key takeaways […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Oct 2025
Nick Castellanos Likely to Be Traded or Released, Per Reports

Nick Castellanos’ tenure in Philadelphia seems to be approaching a crossroads deadend. According to Matt Gelb of The Athletic, the Phillies are “likely to trade or release” him this winter amid diminishing returns, clubhouse tension, and a heavy contract load. Not Living Up to the Contract Castellanos is owed $20 million for the final year […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Oct 2025
Phillies Among Teams Eyeing Japanese Slugger Munetaka Murakami After Posting Announcement

News out of Japan late last week could have ripple effects all the way to Citizens Bank Park. The Tokyo Yakult Swallows will reportedly post Munetaka Murakami this offseason, officially allowing MLB teams to bid on one of Japan’s premier young power hitters. And yes, the Phillies are already being mentioned as one of the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  14 Oct 2025
Eagles Trade Target: Trey Hendrickson Could Fix Philadelphia’s Pass Rush Problem

The Philadelphia Eagles’ defensive line has traditionally been the foundation of their defensive identity, but this season the pass rush has fallen flat. Between Nolan Smith’s injury plagued season (again) and departures of guys like Brandon Graham (retirement) that reshaped the edge group, the Eagles simply aren’t getting enough disruption off the perimeter. Despite the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  14 Oct 2025
Adidas Reportedly Drove James Franklin’s Firing Amid Penn State’s Apparel Switch From Nike

Just when the blockbuster news of James Franklin’s dismissal was reverberating across college football, a new twist has emerged — and it implicates none other than Adidas in the decision-making process. According to Mike J. Asti, Managing Editor at WV Sports Now and Pittsburgh Sports Now (and a national writer for Yardbarker), a source inside […]

Mike Lipinski  •  12 Oct 2025