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Phillies Fire Manager Thomson, Mattingly Takes Over
28 Apr
Summary
- Rob Thomson was fired as manager on Tuesday morning.
- Don Mattingly named interim manager through 2026 season.
- Phillies have lost 11 of their last 12 games, worst record.
The Philadelphia Phillies made a significant managerial change on Tuesday, dismissing Rob Thomson and naming Don Mattingly as their interim manager. Mattingly is set to lead the team through the 2026 season. This decision follows a period of extreme struggle for the Phillies, who have lost 11 of their last 12 games. As of Tuesday, the team's 9-19 record ties them with the New York Mets for the worst in Major League Baseball, a stark contrast to preseason expectations of competing for the National League East title.
The Phillies' recent performance has been particularly concerning, marked by a substantial negative run differential. Despite a brief respite with an extra-inning win against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, the team lost the series finale on Sunday. The offensive struggles were evident, with limited hits against opposing pitchers. The team's path forward begins with pitcher Jesus Luzardo on the mound against the San Francisco Giants.
Meanwhile, the San Francisco Giants have shown resilience, turning their season around after a slow start. They have won seven of their last ten games and have secured three consecutive series victories. The Giants are preparing to face the Phillies, with pitcher Tyler Mahle scheduled to start. Mahle has a history of solid performance against Philadelphia, including a strong outing earlier in the season.
