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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)

The 2024 MLB Home Run Derby Preview: How to Watch the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby, the Contestants, Odds, and More!

  The crown jewel of the 2024 MLB All Star Game festivities, the 2024 T-Mobile MLB Home Run Derby, is set for Monday, July 15 from the warehouse-like Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. As has been tradition, the T-Mobile Home Run Derby will be presented on television by ESPN.  The Home Run Derby will […]

Mike Lipinski  •  12 Jul 2024
Kyle Lowry Re-signs with Philadelphia 76ers

  As first reported by The Athletic‘s Shams Charania, the Philadelphia 76ers and free agent point guard Kyle Lowry have agreed to a one-year contract. Terms of the contract were not released; however, the Sixers can only offer potential free agent targets the veteran’s minimum due to salary cap constraints and salary expectations. According to […]

Mike Lipinski  •  11 Jul 2024
A Record Seven Philadelphia Phillies Selected for the 2024 MLB All Star Game

Major League Baseball announced the All-Star team participants on Sunday evening in another made-for-TV event. The Philadelphia Phillies will be well represented in the Midsummer Classic, the club will be sending a franchise record seven players to the 2024 MLB All Star Game in Arlington.  The Phils’ infield trio of Alec Bohm, Bryce Harper, and […]

Mike Lipinski  •  11 Jul 2024
Trea Turner Injury Update: Trea Turner Expected to Return to the Lineup on Monday against San Diego

  The Philadelphia Phillies are poised to get more good news on the injury front. According to manager Rob Thomson, former All-Star shortstop Trea Turner is expected to return to the lineup on Monday, June 17 when the Phillies begin a six-game home stand against the San Diego Padres. The best offshore sportsbooks have also […]

Mike Lipinski  •  01 Jul 2024
Cy Young Odds: A Pair of Phillies Top the List

The 2024 Philadelphia Phillies starting pitchers —nope, not you Taijuan Walker— have been on a historic pace to start the season. Entering Tuesday’s game against Detroit, the Phillies had three of the top five ERA leaders among qualified National League starters. The best offshore sportsbooks have taken notice, with updated odds reflecting the Phillies’ dominant […]

Mike Lipinski  •  01 Jul 2024
Phillies Injury News: Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber Headed to the IL

Whew!  That sound you just heard was a major sigh of relief coming from the fanbase.  Despite being placed on the injured list, the Philadelphia Phillies slugger’s Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber have dodged any serious injuries. Harper has been diagnosed with a mild hamstring strain and Schwarber with a mild left groin strain, respectively. In […]

Mike Lipinski  •  29 Jun 2024
Phillies Injury News: Spencer Turnbull Heads to the IL

  The Philadelphia Phillies have placed right-handed pitcher Spencer Turnbull on the 15-day injured list with a right lat strain, the team announced prior to Thursday’s game against Miami. In a corresponding move, the Phillies have recalled right-handed pitcher Yunior Marte from Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Marte will take Turnbull’s spot on the Phillies’ 26-man roster. […]

Mike Lipinski  •  27 Jun 2024
Phillies Injury News: Taijuan Walker Heads to the IL

  After a series of disastrous outings, the Philadelphia Phillies have placed starting pitcher Taijuan Walker on the 15-day injured list with “right index finger inflammation.” In a corresponding move, the club has recalled righty Michael Mercado from Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Walker was set to start on Wednesday in Detroit; however, he will be replaced […]

Mike Lipinski  •  24 Jun 2024
Public Service Announcement: The Diamondbacks-Phillies Series Will (Mostly) Be a Streaming Special!

  The boomers are going to be angry this weekend trying to watch their beloved Philadelphia Phillies telecasts!  The Phillies welcome the Arizona Diamondbacks back to South Philly for a “much anticipated” 2023 National League Championship Series rematch beginning on Friday night. The three-game set will feature the Cole Hamels retirement ceremony and City Connect […]

Mike Lipinski  •  20 Jun 2024