Phillies players express guilt, remorse as Rob Thomson era ends in Philadelphia
Rob Thomson was fired as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies following a 9-19 start to the 2026 season, with players expressing guilt and remorse over their role in the team's poor performance. Don Mattingly has been named interim manager, taking over a clubhouse that respected Thomson's hands-off leadership style. Despite the firing, Thomson conducted a rare exit interview, emphasizing accountability and loyalty to the organization. The Phillies won their first game under the new leadership, defeating the San Francisco Giants 7-0.
- ▪Rob Thomson was fired as Phillies manager after the team started the season 9-19, becoming a scapegoat for their poor performance.
- ▪Players including Bryce Harper and JT Realmuto expressed personal responsibility and remorse for not supporting Thomson better on the field.
- ▪Don Mattingly, previously the bench coach, was named interim manager after Alex Cora declined the Phillies' offer.
- ▪Thomson held a voluntary exit interview, emphasizing class and dignity, and continued to refer to the team as 'we' despite no longer being employed by them.
- ▪The Phillies defeated the Giants 7-0 in their first game after Thomson's firing, with strong performances from Trea Turner, Alec Bohm, and Jesús Luzardo.
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