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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)

Andrew Painter to Start on Friday Night for Single-A Clearwater

All eyes will be on Clearwater, Florida this Friday evening. Prior to Sunday’s game in Philadelphia, manager Rob Thomson announced Philadelphia Phillies top prospect Andrew Painter will start on Friday for the Single-A Clearwater Threshers.  #BreakingNews Andrew Painter will start for .@Threshers on Friday, per Rob Thomson. He will likely throw a few innings as […]

Mike Lipinski  •  07 Apr 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers Pitcher Tyler Glasnow Pitches a Fit Over the Citizen Bank Park Mound

This isn’t an indictment on the Citizens Bank Park grounds crew.  But Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow isn’t a fan of your work! The Dodgers’ highly acclaimed starter entered Sunday’s game with a 1-0 record and a 0.00 ERA after throwing five innings of two hit baseball in his season debut against the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  07 Apr 2025
Dallas Goedert Rumors: Latest News on Dallas Goedert’s Future with the Philadelphia Eagles

According to ESPN insider Tim McManus, the Philadelphia Eagles are unlikely to retain tight end Dallas Goedert unless he is willing to take a pay cut.  The latest report comes a few weeks after reports surfaced of the Birds’ willingness to trade their Super Bowl winning offensive weapon.  Goedert is entering the final year of […]

Mike Lipinski  •  06 Apr 2025
Julio Jones Announces Retirement from the NFL

Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Julio Jones announced his retirement from the National Football League after 13 seasons. The veteran wide out made the announcement via social media on Friday afternoon. Julio Jones, one of the best WRs of all-time, announced his retirement on the social media app, “Squad”. Here is the video: pic.twitter.com/VuGbs4EpR9 — […]

Mike Lipinski  •  04 Apr 2025
Reminder: Friday’s Phillies vs. Dodgers Game Airs Exclusively on Apple TV+ as Part of MLB’s Apple TV+ Friday Night Baseball Schedule

This is a PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT!!! Friday night’s highly anticipated Los Angeles Dodgers – Philadelphia Phillies game from Citizens Bank Park will be streaming exclusively on Apple TV+ as part of the MLB Friday Night Baseball package! What does this mean, great question! We have all the answers for you below but in short, you […]

Mike Lipinski  •  04 Apr 2025
Do the “New” Torpedo Bats Really Give the Hitter an Advantage?

Kids, this is what it was like when Louisville introduced their (now) classic TPX metal bat to Little Leaguers in the early 1990’s. It was nothing but dingers, strange looks, and every one wanting to use one. The “torpedo” style bat, which has been used by players since at least last season, has suddenly taken […]

Mike Lipinski  •  02 Apr 2025
Philadelphia Catholic League Dominates PIAA Boys State Basketball Championships

The Philadelphia Catholic League (PCL) is considered one of the top basketball leagues in the state. And for good reason, heading into the 2024-25 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Boys’ Basketball Championship Tournament, the PCL featured six teams in MaxPrep’s PA Top 25 including the Top 5. Five PCL teams made it to the finals of their […]

Mike Lipinski  •  31 Mar 2025
Former Philadelphia Eagles QB Rodney Peete Breaks a Major Rule as a Baseball Fan

As a baseball fan there’s a handful of “golden rules” that should be followed when viewing a game. Here are some examples:    NEVER return to your seat during an at-bat. Wait until the at-bat is done and then proceed to your seat. Never keep score with a pen. Always use a pencil. Using an […]

Mike Lipinski  •  19 Mar 2025
Jimmy Rollins to headline 2025 Phillies Wall of Fame Inductees

The Philadelphia Phillies announced former shortstop Jimmy Rollins will be inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame. The ceremony will take place prior to the Phillies’ August 1 game against the Detroit Tigers and serve as the kickoff of the club’s Alumni Weekend festivities.  J-Roll spent 15 of his 17 Big League seasons with the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  14 Mar 2025
Saquon Barkley Contract Extension: A Look at the Philadelphia Eagles Salary Cap Hits After Extending Saquon Barkley

Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman strikes again!  Just days after the NFL announced the 2025 salary cap would be in excess of $279 million, the defending Super Bowl champs made a monster splash with one of their star player’s contracts. The Eagles announced a recording breaking two-year, $41.2 million contract extension with reigning NFL […]

Mike Lipinski  •  04 Mar 2025