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sports12 days ago•2 min saved

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|

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sports13 days ago•4 min saved

Phillies Face Managerial Crossroads After Cora's Second Refusal

The Philadelphia Phillies must select a new manager for 2027 after Alex Cora declined the position for the second time. While interim manager Don Mattingly remains a strong candidate due to his successful turnaround, the team faces a difficult hiring market constrained by an impending MLB lockout. Other potential candidates include Rocco Baldelli, David Ross, and Albert Pujols.

via CBS Sports|

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sports13 days ago•7 min saved

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|

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sports1 year ago•4 min saved

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|

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