Articles by Mike Lipinski (1264)
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]