Phillies To Keep Don Mattingly As Manager
Don Mattingly is reportedly set to drop his interim tag and return as the full-time manager of the Philadelphia Phillies for 2027.
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The brief
Recent sports reporting indicates that the Philadelphia Phillies are planning to retain Don Mattingly as their manager, removing the interim status he previously held. The reports note that the team is expected to formally name Mattingly to the full-time position. While the headlines establish that the choice comes after the franchise was turned down by Alex Cora, the broader implications of the hiring process continue to draw commentary across major sports media platforms. CBS Sports and other publications highlight the pursuit of Alex Cora as a factor preceding the decision to stick with Mattingly.
Context provided across the articles points to the 2026 season turnaround under Mattingly as the primary catalyst for his retention. The coverage does not yet specify the exact length or financial terms of the new managerial contract. The reports collectively underscore a swift resolution to the team's managerial search following the unsuccessful pursuit of alternative candidates. As the story develops, observers and fans are directed to watch for an official confirmation and formal introductory statements from the Philadelphia Phillies organization.
Because the available reports rely on unnamed sources and ongoing league developments, future updates will likely clarify the exact composition of the coaching staff moving forward. For now, the factual record established by the eight tracked articles is limited to the expected removal of the interim title and the preparation for the 2027 season under Mattingly's continued leadership.
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Quick answers
Who is expected to be named the full-time manager of the Philadelphia Phillies?
Don Mattingly is expected to be named the full-time manager, removing his previous interim title.
Which team turned down an approach from the Phillies according to reports?
Coverage states that Alex Cora turned down the Phillies.
When is the official announcement expected to occur?
Reports from sources indicate the announcement is expected to happen this week.
Coverage (20)
- After twice being rejected by former Red Sox manager Alex Cora, Phillies keep Don Mattingly in place The Boston Globe · 3h ago
- Phillies Expected to Make Don Mattingly Full-Time Manager Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- Don's back: Mattingly to stay as Phillies manager on two-year deal NBC Sports Philadelphia · 3h ago
- Phillies commit to Don Mattingly as full-time manager after up-and-down interim campaign Fox News · 3h ago
- Phillies' Don Mattingly Decision Could Hint at Something Bigger Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
- Phillies make surprising decision on next manager as Don Mattingly stays after Alex Cora flirtation New York Post · 5h ago
- Mattingly inks two-year deal with the Phillies 14 News · 5h ago
- Don Mattingly Reportedly Set to Be Named Phillies Manager After MLB Rumors on Alex Cora Pursuit Bleacher Report · 5h ago
- Philadelphia Phillies to keep Don Mattingly as manager on 2-year deal 6abc Philadelphia · 5h ago
- Phillies make Don Mattingly the team's full-time manager, give him two-year contract Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- Phillies opt to retain Mattingly Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- Phillies hire Don Mattingly to 2-year deal as manager ESPN · 6h ago
- Phillies set to bring back Mattingly as manager (sources) MLB.com · 6h ago
- Phillies to keep Don Mattingly as manager for 2027 after getting turned down by Alex Cora, per report CBS Sports · 6h ago
- Don Mattingly staying on as Philadelphia Phillies' manager, losing "interim" title, report says CBS News · 6h ago
- Phillies expected to name Don Mattingly as full-time manager after 2026 turn around Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- Yankees legend is getting a full-time manager job NJ.com · 6h ago
- Phillies expected to name Don Mattingly as full-time manager this week: Sources The New York Times · 6h ago
- Alex Cora did the smart thing. The Phillies will be fine with Don Mattingly. But, really, who cares? Inquirer.com · 6h ago
- Phillies To Keep Don Mattingly As Manager MLB Trade Rumors · 6h ago
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