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Phillies Name Don Mattingly Interim Manager After Rob Thomson

8/17/2026

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The Phillies promoted Don Mattingly to interim manager on April 28, 2026 after firing Rob Thomson.
The Phillies tried to hire Red Sox manager Alex Cora, who declined after being fired the day before.
Bob Nightengale said Cora could become the Phillies’ manager in 2027 if Mattingly fails to reach the Series.
After a 9-19 start the Phillies climbed to 66-58, second in the NL East and still chasing a wild-card.

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The Phillies promoted Don Mattingly to interim manager on April 28, 2026 after firing Rob Thomson.
The Phillies tried to hire Red Sox manager Alex Cora, who declined after being fired the day before.
Bob Nightengale said Cora could become the Phillies’ manager in 2027 if Mattingly fails to reach the Series.
After a 9-19 start the Phillies climbed to 66-58, second in the NL East and still chasing a wild-card.