Phillies fire Canadian manager Rob Thomson, name Don Mattingly interim skipper
The Philadelphia Phillies have fired manager Rob Thomson after a disappointing start to the season. Thomson, who led the team to the World Series in 2022, was let go following a stretch of 11 losses in 12 games. Don Mattingly has been named interim manager for the remainder of the season.
- ▪Rob Thomson was fired after the Phillies lost 11 of their last 12 games.
- ▪Don Mattingly has been promoted from bench coach to interim manager.
- ▪Thomson led the Phillies to four straight playoff appearances, including the 2022 World Series.
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| Publication time | Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:21:41 +0000 |
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Open this photo in gallery:Ontario native Rob Thomson managed the Phillies to a World Series appearance in 2022, but a lengthy cold streak cost him his job Tuesday.Erin Hooley/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountManager Rob Thomson, who led the Phillies to four straight playoff appearances, including the 2022 World Series, was fired on Tuesday after Philadelphia lost 11 of 12 games and began the day tied for last place in the majors.Bench coach Don Mattingly was named interim manager through the end of the season and third-base coach Dusty Wathan was promoted to bench coach.
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