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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 15
Phillies News: Don Mattingly, Kevin Long, Dave Dombrowski 
In case you somehow missed the news yesterday, the Phillies have a “new” manager. The team announced yesterday that they removed the interim tag from Don Mattingly and named him their permanent manager with a new two-year contract.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 15
Brewers make history with comeback win vs. Dodgers in NLCS Game 3
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.
The '2026 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz
How many of the pitchers given the honor of starting the first game of the MLB season for each team in 2026 can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / October 15
Phillies Make Don Mattingly Decision Amid Coaching Staff Overhaul
Nothing short of a World Series was supposed to save Don Mattingly’s career as the Philadelphia Phillies’ manager. So, the general consensus after the Phillies exited the playoffs in the NL Wild Card Series was that Mattingly was walking.
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
Don Mattingly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14
Phillies fire 2 coaches after retaining Don Mattingly
As the Philadelphia Phillies confirmed Don Mattingly’s return as manager on a two-year contract covering the 2027 and 2028 seasons, they made changes elsewhere, firing hitting coach Kevin Long and infield coach Bobby Dickerson after an underwhelming 2026 season, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reported Wednesday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 14
Report: Phillies to part ways with hitting coach Kevin Long, infield coach Bobby Dickerson
Don Mattingly is back, but there will be at least two changes to his coaching staff. The Phillies will not bring back hitting coach Kevin Long and infield coach Bobby Dickerson, NBC Sports Philadelphia Jim Salisbury reports.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 14
Phillies not bringing back Kevin Long, Bobby Dickerson to staff
This is certainly something. Both of these coaches are good coaches. There have been significant upgrades in their lineup and infield while both of these guys were employed, especially when considering the entirety of their tenure rather than this past season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 14
Phillies Not Retaining Kevin Long, Bobby Dickerson
The Phillies will be moving on from hitting coach Kevin Long and infield coach Bobby Dickerson, reports Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia. Long, 59, was hired as the club’s hitting coach going into the 2022 season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / October 14
Phillies’ Latest All-Star Trade Rumor Involves 3 Players
The Philadelphia Phillies head into the offseason with familiar questions surrounding their outfield production. Despite another postseason appearance, the club received limited value from left field over the course of the 2026 campaign, and the corner spots once again look like areas that could benefit from an injection of athleticism and upside.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 14
Phillies reportedly had ‘strong interest’ in hiring Raúl Ibañez as manager
Teams have been trying, albeit unsuccessfully, to get former Phillies outfielder Raúl Ibañez to manage for years. The Phillies, per a report from USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, recently spoke with Ibañez about becoming the team’s manager.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14
Phillies’ Don Mattingly decision must come alongside these 3 radical changes
Don Mattingly saved the Philadelphia Phillies from a lost season, and retaining him through 2028 was the right decision. Now Dave Dombrowski must ensure that rewarding Mattingly does not become an excuse to preserve a team that keeps falling short.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14
1 free agent Phillies must avoid re-signing this offseason
The Philadelphia Phillies have some important decisions to make this offseason, and one of the easiest should be letting José Alvarado walk in free agency.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / October 14
2026 Transactions: Phillies Keep Mattingly, Astros Drop Espada
Over a week after the Astros and Phillies were eliminated in the 2026 Wild Card Round, both teams confirmed decisions on their managers. Don Mattingly will stay on as Phillies manager, while the Astros will look for someone new.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / October 14
Philadelphia Phillies Officially Part Ways With 29-Year-Old Veteran
The Philadelphia Phillies closed out a frustrating campaign with an early exit from the postseason, falling to the Atlanta Braves in Game 3 of the National League Wild Card Series.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Lead / October 14
How Can the Philadelphia Phillies Improve Their Lineup for 2027?
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.
Zach Pop News / The Good Phight / October 14
2026 Phillies Report Cards: Zach Pop
One of the Phillies’ main goals over last offseason was to build better pitching depth, particularly in their bullpen. Besides their major acquisitions of Brad Keller and Jonathan Bowlan, the team acquired numerous depth options either via trade or free agent signing in order to try and lengthen their bullpen.
Don Mattingly News / Field Level Media / October 14
Reports: Phillies to retain Don Mattingly as manager
The Philadelphia Phillies plan to make Don Mattingly their full-time manager, multiple outlets reported on Wednesday. Mattingly, 65, guided the Phillies to a 69-55 mark to finish the regular season as interim skipper.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 14
Phillies, Don Mattingly hoping to finally shake Alex Cora ghost after big decision
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.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / October 10
Phillies' No. 2 Prospect Making Waves Early in Arizona Fall League
The Philadelphia Phillies‘ 2026 season ended in disappointing fashion with a Wild Card Series loss to the Atlanta Braves. However, several of the organization’s prospects are continuing their seasons in the Arizona Fall League.
Dave Dombrowski News / EssentiallySports / October 9
'Not Returning': Phillies’ Dave Dombrowski Future Takes a Surprising Turn as Analyst Predicts His Exit Despite Contract Extension
In December 2020, when the Philadelphia Phillies hired Dave Dombrowski, he brought October baseball back to Philadelphia after 2011. Since then, the Phillies have earned postseason berths every year.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 10
Alex Cora is being linked to surprise team after turning down the Phillies
Alex Cora may be holding out for the ultimate heel turn.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / October 9
The Phillies Need To Solve Their Infield Puzzle This Offseason
The Philadelphia Phillies are going to have to make a series of tough choices and decisions as they head into the offseason. They’re going to have to decide how to revamp the bullpen.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 9
Yankees need to make changes if they want to be world champions again
If they want to be better than they were in '26, here are the changes the Yankees need to make before the 2027 season gets underway.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 8
Jim Thome's wife Andrea calls out his critics for rooting for White Sox
Baseball Hall of Famer Jim Thome, a special assistant to Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz, received criticism from Cleveland Guardians fans and media for wearing all black at Game 3 of the ALDS on Wednesday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / October 7
Philadelphia Phillies Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions
Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.
Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2
Bryce Harper had a cryptic message about the Phillies' future
It was another lost season for Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies, who may be facing a pivotal offseason following an early exit from the 2026 MLB playoffs.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2
Braves overcome history, knock off Phillies for first time in postseason history
Prior to Thursday night, the Atlanta Braves had never defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in a postseason series.
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