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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)

NFC Championship Game: Philadelphia Eagles Set to Battle the San Francisco 49ers

The Philadelphia Eagles opponent is set for Sunday’s NFC Championship Game.  The Birds will battle the San Francisco 49ers in South Philadelphia with a trip to Super Bowl LVII on the line.   The Niners defeated the Dallas Cowboys 19-12 on Sunday in Santa Clara. San Francisco, the No. 2 seed in the NFC Playoffs, routed […]

Mike Lipinski  •  22 Jan 2023
Philadelphia Phillies Arbitration Round Up

The Philadelphia Phillies avoided arbitration with a quartet of players, the team announced late last week. First baseman Rhys Hoskins, utilityman Edmundo Sosa, pitcher Ranger Suarez, and pitcher Gregory Soto agreed to one-year deals.   Hoskins is set to make $12 million next season, his final arbitration eligible year.  The newly acquired Soto will make $3.925 […]

Mike Lipinski  •  18 Jan 2023
NFC Divisional Playoff Schedule is Set. Birds to Host Giants in Primetime

The Philadelphia Eagles and the New York Giants NFC Divisional playoff game is slated for primetime, the team announced.  The Birds-Giants contest is set for an 8:15 PM kickoff on Saturday, January 21 from Lincoln Financial Field in South Philly.   Saturday’s contest will mark the third time the NFC East rivals will meet this season.  […]

Mike Lipinski  •  16 Jan 2023
NFL Black Monday Will Potentially Alter the Philadelphia Eagles Coaching Staff

Welcome to NFL Black Monday.  The Houston Texans have kicked off the NFL’s coaching carousel by firing head coach Lovie Smith after a lackluster 4-13 season in H-Town.  Smith is the first NFL coach to get the ax, but he certainly won’t be the last.  When all the moves have been made, the Philadelphia Eagles […]

Mike Lipinski  •  09 Jan 2023
Phillies Officially Sign Craig Kimbrel

The Philadelphia Phillies and relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel have officially agreed to a one-year contract, President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski announced.  The deal is worth a rumored $10 million.  In a corresponding move, Francisco Morales was designated for assignment to make room for Kimbrel on the 40-man roster. Kimbrel, 34, ranks seventh all-time on baseball’s […]

Mike Lipinski  •  05 Jan 2023
Eagles-Giants Game Time Announced

The Philadelphia Eagles Week 18 matchup against the New York Giants has been set for 4:25 PM, the League announced on Monday.  The game will be carried by CBS. Despite a 20-10 loss to New Orleans on Sunday, the Eagles can still wrap up the No. 1 seed and a first-round bye in the NFC playoffs […]

Mike Lipinski  •  02 Jan 2023
Josh Sweat Injury Update: Defensive End to be Released from the Hospital

The Philadelphia Eagles received some good news after Sunday’s demoralizing loss to the New Orleans Saints. Defensive end Josh Sweat, who was taken to a local medical facility after suffering an apparent neck injury, will reportedly be released from the hospital later this evening.   Sweat, 25, was injured when he attempted to make a tackle […]

Mike Lipinski  •  01 Jan 2023
Reports: Lane Johnson OUT for the Remainder of the Regular Season, a Playoff Return is Possible

The Philadelphia Eagles were dealt a massive blow on Monday morning.  According to multiple reports, offensive tackle Lane Johnson is expected to miss the remainder of the regular season with a torn abdominal tendon.  The Pro Bowler could return for the playoffs.   The Eagles have yet to confirm the report.  Johnson left Saturday’s loss to […]

Mike Lipinski  •  26 Dec 2022
Lane Johnson Set for MRI

Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson left Saturday’s loss to the Dallas Cowboys with an apparent groin injury. Johnson was seen leaving AT&T Stadium with groin/leg heavily wrapped. According to  ESPN’s Tim McManus, the Pro Bowler is set for an MRI to gauge the severity of the injury.  Johnson previously left the Eagles week 14 win […]

Mike Lipinski  •  25 Dec 2022
Phillies Sign Reliever Craig Kimbrel

It’s a Festivus Miracle! According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a deal with free agent reliever Craig Kimbrel. The length and dollars on the deal have not been reported. The deal is a one-year deal worth a reported $10 million. Kimbrel , 34, spent the 2022 season with the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  23 Dec 2022