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Phillies fire Thomson, name Mattingly interim

April 28, 2026 03:23 PM

Eric Samulski breaks down the Phillies firing Rob Thomson after a slow start to the season, naming Don Mattingly interim manager while exploring what's next for the franchise after other options declined.

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