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Rob Thomson News / Last Word On Sports / October 13

Report: Phillies Retain Rob Thomson

The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly retaining manager Rob Thomson for 2026, according to Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Thomson is currently under contract through the 2026 season.

Harrison Bader News / Sporting News / October 13

Harrison Bader reveals interest in returning to the Phillies for 2026

Harrison Bader is open to a return to Philadelphia in 2026.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 13

Phillies' decision to keep Rob Thomson raises a big question

The Phillies were bounced out of the postseason in the NLDS by the Los Angeles Dodgers, bringing yet another swift end to Red October.

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MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / October 13

Report: Phillies skipper Rob Thomson to return in '26

Rob Thomson will return for a fifth season as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies in 2026, the New York Post and Philadelphia Inquirer reported on Monday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 13

The TGP 2025 season postmortem

Last year around this time, I began a Google Doc that would eventually become the team’s post mortem. They had just lost Game 1 of the 2024 NLDS to the Mets in one of the most excruciatingly torturous ways possible: their ace was on the hill, owning the opposition while the offense got an early lead, then died.

Rob Thomson News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 13

Phillies reportedly make decision on manager Rob Thomson

The Phillies’ latest postseason exit has led to some speculation about manager Rob Thomson’s job security, and the Phillies have reportedly made a decision on that front.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 13

Phillies Named Top Destination For $400 Million MVP Candidate, Top Free Agent Bat

The Philadelphia Phillies' offense is once again a premier talking point among fans and analysts alike, as another underperforming October has the club looking to reportedly shake things up.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 13

The Phillies need changes. Where might they come from?

The Phillies season is over and it once again ended prematurely. A team that looked primed for a deep postseason run was once again bounced in the Divisional Series, and in a manner that has become all too familiar.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 13

Which free agent should be the priority to re-sign?

At the end of a season, there is always turnover. Rare is the team that brings back the entirety of a roster from the year before, looking for ways to improve all offseason long.

Bryce Harper News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 13

Bryce Harper Gives Phillies Another Year of Quality Production at First Base

The Philadelphia Phillies moved Bryce Harper to first base during the 2023 season out of necessity. Now, they would be wise to keep him where he’s at. Harper worked at first base because of his Tommy John surgery.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 13

Steve Cohen has chance to lay foundation for Mets dynasty with one signing

Last offseason, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen paid $765 million for one of the game’s most prolific hitters in Juan Soto. But as it turns out, a postseason trip wasn’t included with his purchase. One move this offseason could put the Mets over the top.

Pete Alonso is a star, but his contract desire is unrealistic

Pete Alonso hoping second time is the charm in free agency

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 12

Change coming again for Phillies outfield that found its groove in second half: ‘If it were up to me, I’d be back’

LOS ANGELES — One of the best storylines of the second half of the Phillies season is the turnaround of the Phillies outfield. It all coincided with the arrival of center fielder Harrison Bader via trade.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 12

Stay or Go: Should Phillies Bring Back Kyle Schwarber?

MLB free agency opens in a matter of weeks, and the Philadelphia Phillies are faced with a critical choice on one of their best players. Kyle Schwarber signed with the Phillies on a four-year, $79 million contract after his incredible second-half performance with the Boston Red Sox in 2021.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Sporting News / October 12

Why Phillies' Rob Thomson isn't expected to be fired after NLDS elimination

Rob Thomson is expected to be back for 2026.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / October 10

The Phillies’ Championship Window is Closed

The Philadelphia Phillies’ championship window appears closed after another soul-crushing postseason exit. Just as was the case in their 2024 NLDS defeat, the Phillies lost the series against the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11

Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez claims umpire apologized for game-changing call

The Philadelphia Phillies got an apology from an umpire on Thursday over a game-changing call in Game 4 of the National League Division Series, at least according to pitcher Cristopher Sanchez.

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Phillies eliminated from NLDS with crushing walk-off error

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