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On YouTubeRob Thomson News / Phillies Nation / April 28
What’s next for baseball lifer Rob Thomson after being fired as Phillies manager? 
PHILADELPHIA — Rob Thomson received a call at around 8 a.m. on Tuesday morning that he knew would change his plans. With the Phillies struggling and president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski buzzing him to come into Citizens Bank Park, he figured the team might make a manager change.
Philadelphia Phillies News / EasySportz / April 28
Phillies Make A Change After Nightmare Start
The Philadelphia Phillies finally hit the panic button. After a brutal 9-19 start, losing 11 of their last 12 games, the Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson and named Don Mattingly interim manager for the rest of the season.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Rob Thomson News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 28
Phillies Make Right Move by Firing Manager Rob Thomson After Slow Start
The Philadelphia Phillies have made a bold decision 28 games into the season, but it could be what was needed for the team to turn things around. This season has started off incredibly poorly for the Phillies.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / April 28
Phillies fire Rob Thomson, tab Don Mattingly as interim manager
The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday and named bench coach Don Mattingly as their interim skipper through the 2026 season. USA Today reported Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, fired Friday, was offered the job and declined, opting to spend time with his family.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / April 28
Why Don Mattingly is the perfect manager to get the most out of Phillies
Can Mattingly save the Phillies' season?
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 28
There's an obvious candidate to replace Rob Thomson with Phillies
Unsurprisingly, the Philadelphia Phillies have decided to part ways with Thomson.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / April 28
Phillies make expected Rob Thomson decision
The Philadelphia Phillies, tied with the New York Mets for the worst record in Major League Baseball (9-19) to start the 2026 season, have fired manager Rob Thomson, per Matt Gelb of The Athletic.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 28
Phillies Surprisingly Not Seen as Biggest Disappointment So Far This Season
The Philadelphia Phillies will be heading into a new week hoping that a needed day off will help them turn things around from what has been a horrible start to the season. So far this year, the Phillies are off to a terrible start, and things are showing no signs of turning around any time soon.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 28
One Phillies Trade Target Already Clear After One Month
With the Philadelphia Phillies continuing to struggle as April comes to a close, an area that should be a trade target is clear. It was another terrible week for the Phillies, with the team losing six out of their seven games.
Trea Turner News / Just Baseball / April 27
The Phillies Need Way More From Trea Turner
The Philadelphia Phillies have a lot of problems right now. They just broke a 10-game losing streak, their longest of the 21st century. They’re tied with the Mets for the worst record in baseball.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Stadium Rant / April 27
Phillies Lose 11 Of 12, Off To Historically Bad Start
The Philadelphia Phillies are struggling mightily. After getting swept in a four-game series against the Chicago Cubs and losing five of six to the Atlanta Braves, it is getting late very early for the reigning National League East Champions.
Alex Cora News / Stadium Rant / April 27
The Philadelphia Phillies Hiring Alex Cora Makes Too Much Sense
The Philadelphia Phillies need to make a change after this disappointing start to the 2026 season. Rob Thomson’s job is in jeopardy, and his eventual replacement may have just been let go by the Boston Red Sox.
Zack Wheeler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 26
What Zack Wheeler said about helping Phillies snap 10-game losing streak
As the Philadelphia Phillies snapped their 10-game losing streak in the 8-5 win over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, it was also a significant night for pitcher Zack Wheeler.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 26
With skid over, Phillies look to build on win, take series at Braves
Now that the Philadelphia Phillies have ended their 10-game losing streak, they'll try to do on Sunday what no one else has done this season -- win a series against the Atlanta Braves.
Zack Wheeler News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 25
Phillies get much-needed boost with ace Zack Wheeler's return from IL
Zack Wheeler is officially back on the Phillies’ roster.
Alex McFarlane News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 24
Phillies Recall Alex McFarlane For MLB Debut
The Phillies announced that they have recalled right-hander Alex McFarlane from Double-A Reading. He’ll be making his major league debut as soon as he gets into a game.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Stadium Rant / April 24
What’s Wrong With The Philadelphia Phillies In 2026? Breaking Down Their Biggest Problems
The Philadelphia Phillies entered the 2026 MLB season with playoff expectations, but inconsistent pitching and underperforming stars have created major concerns early in the year.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / April 24
Top Early Standouts in the Philadelphia Phillies’ Farm System
While many fans are focusing on their big-league clubs, organizations are keeping close tabs on their next generation of players down in the minor leagues.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / April 24
MLB Insider Blames Philadelphia Phillies Front Office For Team’s Disastrous Slump
The Philadelphia Phillies remain a serious contender for the World Series after winning the National League East title for the past two seasons. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski maintained continuity of the team by re-signing Kyle Schwarber and JT Realmuto from the free agent market.
Taijuan Walker News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24
Phillies release former All-Star pitcher after another rough outing
The Philadelphia Phillies have gotten off to a disastrous 8-16 start, and the losing streak extended to eight games with a 7-2 defeat against the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday at Wrigley Field.
Bryce Harper News / Just Baseball / April 21
Bryce Harper Sure Looks Elite
Two things can be true. One: The widespread reaction to Dave Dombrowski’s comments this offseason was overblown. The Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations really didn’t say anything controversial.
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