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Phillies Name Don Mattingly Interim Manager
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Phillies Fire Manager, Hire Don Mattingly as Interim Skipper: A New Era Begins
The Philadelphia Phillies have made a significant change, dismissing manager Rob Thomson after nearly four years. Don Mattingly, a former Yankee legend, has been appointed as the interim manager for the remainder of the 2026 season. Mattingly takes over as the team begins a three-game series against the Giants, following a challenging start to the season with a 9-19 record and a ten-game losing streak. The move comes as a result of Thomsons struggles, despite his solid 568-432 win record and four playoff appearances. Mattinglys appointment is seen as a fresh start in a city known for its intense sports drama. The pressure is on for Mattingly to lead the team to a turnaround and silence the critics.
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