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Mattingly Impresses, But Cora Looms for Phillies Job
7 Jul
Summary
- Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly has led a strong comeback.
- Alex Cora reportedly turned down an offer to manage the Phillies.
- Cora has a past connection with Phillies president Dave Dombrowski.
Don Mattingly has made a significant impact as the interim manager for the Philadelphia Phillies. Taking the helm after Rob Thomson was fired on April 28, 2026, Mattingly has steered the team to an impressive 41-21 record, a dramatic turnaround from their initial 9-19 start.
Despite Mattingly's strong performance and his own managerial accolades, including a Manager of the Year award and four postseason appearances, the Phillies may still pursue Alex Cora. Cora, who was reportedly offered the interim role, declined the opportunity earlier in the season. His existing relationship with Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski, with whom he won a World Series in Boston in 2018, positions him as a potential candidate.
It remains uncertain whether Mattingly is interested in a long-term managerial role beyond this season. The Phillies face a decision between retaining their successful interim manager or pursuing a familiar face in Cora, whose future employment prospects appear strong regardless of Philadelphia's choice.
