The Philadelphia Phillies checked off the most important item on their offseason to-do list by hiring Don Mattingly as manager. He was the interim manager in place of Rob Thomson after the team’s 9-19 start to the 2026 season, and it makes sense to bring him back for at least one more season.
Will the Phillies trade Bryce Harper this offseason? It’s very unlikely. Harper, one of only two well above average hitters for the Phillies in 2026, has a full no-trade clause.
Even though the NLCS is over and the ALCS is starting to wind down, it’s easy to look at both rosters and wonder what might be. Each roster is littered with players that would be great on any team, but that’s not what we’re here for.
PHILADELPHIA — As Tom Burgoyne prepared to take on what might be the most ridiculous job in America, his predecessor decided to mess with him. Dave Raymond, the original performer inside the Phillie Phanatic costume, is left-handed.
It was too late for me to add to the news yesterday, but how about the Orioles owner saying the quiet part out loud? Honestly, I don’t think that it does much to sway anything in the upcoming negotiations either way too wildly.
J.T. Realmuto has long been one of the league’s most durable catchers, and that has continued into his mid-30s. He leads the Majors with 613 games started behind the plate since 2022.
The Philadelphia Phillies are getting set for an important offseason, and the team will have plenty of questions to answer. While the Phillies once again
It didn’t take the Philadelphia Phillies very long to figure out what they were doing with their managerial position this offseason. They decided to bring back Don Mattingly, who was the interim manager after Rob Thomson was fired following a 9-19 start.
Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski knows there is a lot of work to do with the team’s roster to reach the level they hope for as a contender.
The Phillies reshuffled their infield at the trade deadline, moving three players to new positions to accommodate Luis Arraez. They kicked Bryson Stott over to third base, Alec Bohm across the diamond to first, and Bryce Harper to right field.
The Philadelphia Phillies didn’t waste much time when it came to figuring out their biggest offseason priority, which was finding a full-time manager. They ended up retaining Don Mattingly, who was under contract through 2027 as the team’s bench coach.
PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies aren't putting pressure on Aidan Miller to perform, but it's clear the organization's top offensive prospect is in the plans for early next season.
J.T. Realmuto could see time at first base next season as the Philadelphia Phillies consider how to manage the veteran catcher’s workload. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski is aware that Realmuto wants to improve offensively and feels mentally drained by his responsibilities.
The Philadelphia Phillies brought back Don Mattingly as their manager, signing him on a new two-year deal on Wednesday. But before making that big decision, they were reportedly interested in getting in touch with Phillies great Chase Utley as well as Raul Ibanez about the job as well.
After the Philadelphia Phillies were eliminated by the Atlanta Braves in the National League Wild Card Series, president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski clarified the club’s plans for Bryce Harper heading into 2027.
After a strong 2026, the Phillies extended one of their best relievers from this past year for next season. Plus, the Braves made a tweak to the 40-man roster, adding infielder Brett Wisely.
The Philadelphia Phillies have reached the point where another early postseason exit cannot be brushed aside. This roster has enough talent to compete for a World Series, but after another disappointing postseason, general manager Preston Mattingly needs to make some difficult decisions to get the organization back on track.
The Philadelphia Phillies are moving very quickly after signing Don Mattingly as their manager for the next 2 seasons. Their latest move brings in former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as infield coach.
The Philadelphia Phillies’ search for a new manager was messy enough that two high-profile former players both turned down the opportunity to speak to the team about the job.
The Philadelphia Phillies are making changes to their coaching staff after their 2026 season ended without a deep postseason run. Hitting coach Kevin Long and infield coach Bobby Dickerson will not return for the 2027 season, according to reports.
It took only one pitch for the Milwaukee Brewers to get on the scoreboard on Wednesday night when Jackson Chourio crushed a game-opening solo shot. They wouldn't score again until six innings later.
Time and again, the Phillies’ offense has carried the team a long way. The lineup is anchored by sluggers Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber but can run even deeper.
Don Mattingly will stay on board with the Philadelphia Phillies as the team's manager, with the team announcing a two-year deal for the skipper on Wednesday morning.