Phillies fire manager Rob Thomson after losing 11 of 12 games, name Don Mattingly interim skipper
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Manager 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. Thomson went 355-270 and had led a Phillies team loaded with high-priced talent that included Bryce Kyle...
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