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AL Executive Believes Phillies Can Still Win NL East
The Philadelphia Phillies have gotten off to a terrible start to the season, and that has resulted in some early changes. Now, the team will be hoping that there is still time to turn things around. Following a (9-19) start to the season, it came as little surprise to see the team fire Rob Thomson.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29
Phillies’ Dave Dombrowski teases aggressive trade activity after firing Rob Thomson for awful start
The Philadelphia Phillies are off to an awful start to the 2026 campaign. After a 9-19 start to the season, the Phillies fired Rob Thomson. The Phillies got a win in the first game of the Don Mattingly era, but are still in fourth in the NL East.
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MLB News / Fastball on SI / April 29
Two MLB Managers Who Are Safe Amid Slew of Firings
On Tuesday, the Philadelphia Phillies made a move that was widely expected after a bad start to the 2026 season, firing manager Rob Thomson. Philadelphia is off to a 10-19 start this season and sits tied with the New York Mets for the worst record in Major League Baseball.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 29
Phillies eager to ride 'good start' into rematch vs. Giants
After beginning the Don Mattingly era with a much-needed victory, the Philadelphia Phillies hope to ride the momentum into Wednesday night's matchup with the visiting San Francisco Giants.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 29
Phillies Receive Encouraging Start From Inconsistent Pitcher in Recent Win
The Philadelphia Phillies entered Tuesday’s game against the San Francisco Giants in desperate need of a win, and they were able to come up big for their new manager. Not long before the start of the game on Tuesday, the Phillies announced that they fired manager Rob Thomson after a 9-19 start to the season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / April 29
'All Have Made A Mistake' – Dave Dombrowski Gets Real After Rob Thompson’s Firing
The Boston Red Sox fired Alex Cora after their miserable start. Soon, the Philadelphia Phillies did the same with Rob Thomson. MLB fans were surprised to learn about both managers leaving their teams.
Don Mattingly News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29
Don Mattingly clears the air after sudden change of heart on managing
Months after he said he had no desire to be a manager in the big leagues again, Don Mattingly is back in that very role. The Philadelphia Phillies made
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Rob Thomson News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 29
Three Reasons Phillies Can Turn Things Around After Firing Rob Thomson
The Philadelphia Phillies made a bold decision on Tuesday to fire their manager, Rob Thomson, after a slow start. Will this move turn things around for the team?
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 29
Phillies news: Rob Thomson, Don Mattingly, Kodai Senga 
I mean, the biggest news surrounding this team is still that Rob Thomson was let go by the team. He’ll get a job with the team when and if he is ready, but the whole “need a new voice” thing does seem apt.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Forkball / April 29
Phillies Fire Thomson After Slow Start, Miss on Alex Cora Pursuit
The Philadelphia Phillies have dismissed manager Rob Thomson following a disastrous 9-19 start, marking their worst opening stretch in over two decades.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / April 28
Phillies win first game under ‘new voice’ after changing managers
PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies’ “new voice” did not have much to say after his first win as interim manager. Don Mattingly, the 57th manager in franchise history, addressed the team before Tuesday night’s game against the San Francisco Giants.
Don Mattingly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28
Phillies’ Don Mattingly era off to 1-0 start with win over Giants
The Philadelphia Phillies opened a new chapter Tuesday and delivered an immediate response. In Don Mattingly’s debut as the club’s interim manager, the club produced a decisive performance that reflected a shift in energy and execution following a major leadership change.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 28
Phillies post 2-hit shutout of Giants in first game since manager's firing
Jesus Luzardo allowed just two hits over seven innings as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting San Francisco Giants 7-0 on Tuesday, hours after firing manager Rob Thomson.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28
Rob Thomson weighs in on Phillies’ Dave Dombrowski reaching out to Alex Cora
The Philadelphia Phillies made a significant leadership change Tuesday, dismissing manager Rob Thomson after a 9–19 start to the season. The move came despite Thomson’s strong track record, which included multiple postseason appearances and one of the highest winning percentages in modern franchise history.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 28
Dave Roberts' value to Dodgers magnified by high-profile firings
As the Mets and Phillies are showing, talent alone cannot lead to success. It takes the right manager to guide the players and navigate the locker room.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28
Phillies catcher JT Realmuto gets injury update amid Rob Thomson firing
The Philadelphia Phillies made a pivotal change on Tuesday, making a major leadership transition while also receiving encouraging news about one of their most important players.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / April 29
Philadelphia Phillies News / Fastball on SI / April 28
How Close Alex Cora Came to Joining Phillies, Shaking Up NL East
The National League East arguably has been the most surprising division in Major League Baseball so far this season. The NL East is full of star power and was supposed to have multiple contenders in the National League, at least on paper.
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.
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?
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / April 28
Phillies make expected Rob Thomson decision
Thomson, 62, has led the team since taking over for Joe Girardi during the 2022 season.
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.
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.
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