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Phillies Give Trea Turner Final Chance at Shortstop Amid Coaching Overhaul
sports4 days ago

Phillies Give Trea Turner Final Chance at Shortstop Amid Coaching Overhaul

Philadelphia Phillies president Dave Dombrowski has issued a stern ultimatum to star shortstop Trea Turner, demanding significant defensive improvement for the 2027 season or he will be moved from the position. Turner, who is under an 11-year, $300 million contract, posted career-worst offensive and defensive metrics in 2026, including 21 errors and a .242 batting average. The team has retained Don Mattingly as manager and hired former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as infield coach to assist Turner. While Turner is expected to start the 2027 season at shortstop, his future there is not guaranteed, with the organization considering a move to second base or the outfield if he fails to improve. The Phillies also plan to reduce the workload of veteran catcher J.T. Realmuto and are seeking to bolster their offense and bullpen.

via New York Post|
#dave-dombrowski#don-mattingly#mlb
Dombrowski Warns Turner: Improve Defense or Move Off Shortstop
sports4 days ago

Dombrowski Warns Turner: Improve Defense or Move Off Shortstop

Philadelphia Phillies president Dave Dombrowski has placed Trea Turner on notice, demanding significant defensive improvement at shortstop for the 2027 season or the 33-year-old will be moved to another position. Turner, who signed a massive 11-year, $300 million contract, had a career-worst year in 2026, hitting .242 and committing 21 errors. The team has hired former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as infield coach to help Turner, but the player faces a 'daily tryout' starting in spring training. If he fails to improve, he may be shifted to second base or the outfield, with minor-league prospects Aidan Miller and Bryan Rincon as potential replacements. The Phillies also retained Don Mattingly as full-time manager and fired hitting coach Kevin Long.

via NBC Sports Philadelphia|
#carlos-mendoza#dave-dombrowski#mlb-offseason
Cora’s Second Refusal Forces Phillies to Pivot to Plan B Amid Aging Roster
sports12 days ago

Cora’s Second Refusal Forces Phillies to Pivot to Plan B Amid Aging Roster

Alex Cora has declined the Philadelphia Phillies' managerial offer for the second time, opting to take 2027 off to spend time with his family. This leaves President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski to pivot to alternative candidates, primarily interim manager Don Mattingly, who led the team to a 79-55 record after a poor start. The decision comes against the backdrop of an aging, expensive roster that underperformed in 2026, creating urgency for a new leadership direction.

via Sports Illustrated|
#alex-cora#dave-dombrowski#don-mattingly
Phillies Weigh Keeping Mattingly After Cora’s Second Refusal
sports13 days ago

Phillies Weigh Keeping Mattingly After Cora’s Second Refusal

The Philadelphia Phillies are considering retaining interim manager Don Mattingly for the 2027 season after Alex Cora declined the job for the second time. Mattingly led the team to a 79-55 record following a 9-19 start, but the club never removed his interim status. With Cora’s contract with Boston expiring in 2027, Philadelphia faces a decision between keeping Mattingly, hiring a new manager, or waiting for Cora’s availability in 2028.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#alex-cora#dave-dombrowski#don-mattingly
Cora Rejects Phillies Offer Again, Leaving Mattingly as 2027 Manager Candidate
sports13 days ago

Cora Rejects Phillies Offer Again, Leaving Mattingly as 2027 Manager Candidate

Alex Cora has informed the Philadelphia Phillies that he will not manage in 2027, ending a second round of negotiations with president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski. Cora, who previously declined the offer in April to spend time with family, remains under contract with the Boston Red Sox through 2027. The Phillies, who lost to the Atlanta Braves in the Wild Card Series, now face a managerial decision involving interim manager Don Mattingly, who led the team to a 79-55 record but is currently under contract only as a bench coach.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#alex-cora#dave-dombrowski#don-mattingly
Cora Declines Phillies Job Again, Leaving Mattingly as Key 2027 Candidate
sports13 days ago

Cora Declines Phillies Job Again, Leaving Mattingly as Key 2027 Candidate

Alex Cora has informed the Philadelphia Phillies that he will not manage in 2027, ending a second round of negotiations with president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski. Cora, who previously declined the offer in April to spend time with family, remains under contract with the Boston Red Sox through 2027. The Phillies, who lost to the Atlanta Braves in the Wild Card Series, now face a managerial decision involving interim manager Don Mattingly, who led the team to a 79-55 record but is currently under contract only as a bench coach.

via USA Today|
#alex-cora#dave-dombrowski#don-mattingly
Phillies Face Crossroads: Is 2026 a Blip or the Start of a Decline?
sports16 days ago

Phillies Face Crossroads: Is 2026 a Blip or the Start of a Decline?

The Philadelphia Phillies finished the 2026 season as the sixth seed, winning 88 games and exiting the Wild Card series. This marks the first time since 2021 that both their regular season record and postseason results have declined. The core roster, including Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper, and Trea Turner, remains largely intact but shows signs of aging and regression. The organization must decide whether to view this as a temporary dip or a structural issue, especially with a weak farm system and potential coaching changes.

via The Good Phight|
#dave-dombrowski#mlb-offseason#philadelphia-phillies
Phillies Exit 2026 Playoffs, Igniting Calls for Dombrowski and Mattingly to Be Replaced
sports17 days ago

Phillies Exit 2026 Playoffs, Igniting Calls for Dombrowski and Mattingly to Be Replaced

The Philadelphia Phillies ended their 2026 season with a 6-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series, marking their third consecutive early postseason exit. The defeat, which occurred despite a fifth straight playoff appearance, has intensified calls for fundamental organizational changes. While players like Kyle Schwarber remain optimistic about the core talent, critics and analysts argue that the front office and management must be overhauled to address chronic depth issues and inconsistent performance.

via The Good Phight|
#atlanta-braves#dave-dombrowski#don-mattingly
Postseason Exit Forces Phillies to Confront Roster Overhaul
sports17 days ago

Postseason Exit Forces Phillies to Confront Roster Overhaul

The Philadelphia Phillies lost the Wild Card series to the Atlanta Braves, ending their fifth consecutive postseason run. With the roster aging and performance declining, GM Dave Dombrowski faces pressure to make significant changes. Key free agents including Alec Bohm and Edmundo Sosa are likely to leave, while the team struggles with a weak bullpen and offensive output. An upcoming MLB lockout may delay major decisions, but the need for a rebuild is clear.

via The Good Phight|
#bryce-harper#dave-dombrowski#free-agency
Phillies Fire Rob Thomson in Controversial Shake-Up as Cora Emerges
sports5 months ago

Phillies Fire Rob Thomson in Controversial Shake-Up as Cora Emerges

The Phillies abruptly fired Rob Thomson after a brutal 9-19 start and a league-worst run differential, signaling a decisive shift by Dave Dombrowski even as team owner John Middleton might resist big changes. The firing felt rushed and messy, with Dombrowski reportedly courting Alex Cora while bench coach Don Mattingly will run the club for the rest of the season. Thomson, though imperfect, guided Philadelphia to back-to-back NL East titles and a 2022 World Series run, making the decision controversial. The piece suggests Cora could be the long-term fix in the off-season, framing Dombrowski as the primary driver and Thomson as the bittersweet sacrificial lamb of the 2026 Phillies.

via The Good Phight|
#dave-dombrowski#managerial-change#mlb
Calm Exit as Phillies Move Toward Fresh Managerial Era
sports5 months ago

Calm Exit as Phillies Move Toward Fresh Managerial Era

Rob Thomson was fired by the Philadelphia Phillies but said he harbors no hard feelings and understands the decision. Dave Dombrowski had offered the job to Alex Cora, who ultimately did not commit, as Don Mattingly takes over on an interim basis. Thomson indicated he may stay with the organization as a special assistant, and praised the team’s talent and potential to rebound, vowing to remain engaged as the Phillies pursue a turnaround.

via USA Today|
#alex-cora#dave-dombrowski#managerial-change
Phillies Restructure Leadership: Mattingly Named GM, Fuld Moves to Business Role
sports1 year ago

Phillies Restructure Leadership: Mattingly Named GM, Fuld Moves to Business Role

The Philadelphia Phillies have promoted Preston Mattingly to general manager while Sam Fuld transitions to the business side of the organization, a move that could position Fuld as a future leader of the franchise. This dual GM arrangement under President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski is part of a long-term strategy to groom both Mattingly and Fuld for larger roles. Fuld, who is pursuing a business degree, will eventually become the Phillies' president of business operations, while Mattingly, a rising star in baseball management, will continue to influence the team's farm system.

via The Athletic|
#dave-dombrowski#mlb-management#philadelphia-phillies