EPISODE · Apr 28, 2026 · 46 MIN
Hr 2: Will Firing of Rob Thomson Help Turn the Phillies Around?
from 94WIP Middays with Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio
The Phillies have fired manager Rob Thomson and named bench coach Don Mattingly as the interim replacement for the rest 2026 season. Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas discuss the timing of the move, the report that Alex Cora declined the position, and debate whether 'Donnie Baseball' can spark a turnaround for the struggling squad. They also field calls from frustrated fans and touch on news regarding Alec Halaby's departure from the Eagles. 01:50 - Mattingly Replaces Rob Thomson 07:35 - Fan Reactions To Firing 16:47 - Alec Halaby Leaves Eagles 21:18 - Alex Cora Rejection Details 28:51 - Player Accountability Discussion 36:48 - Mattingly And Cora 42:26 - Analyzing The Mattingly Hire 48:04 - Phillies Championship Betting Odds
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The Phillies have fired manager Rob Thomson and named bench coach Don Mattingly as the interim replacement for the rest 2026 season. Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas discuss the timing of the move, the report that Alex Cora declined the position, and debate whether 'Donnie Baseball' can spark a turnaround for the struggling squad. They also field calls from frustrated fans and touch on news regarding Alec Halaby's departure from the Eagles. 01:50 - Mattingly Replaces Rob Thomson 07:35 - Fan Reactions To Firing 16:47 - Alec Halaby Leaves Eagles 21:18 - Alex Cora Rejection Details 28:51 - Player Accountability Discussion 36:48 - Mattingly And Cora 42:26 - Analyzing The Mattingly Hire 48:04 - Phillies Championship Betting Odds
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Hr 2: Will Firing of Rob Thomson Help Turn the Phillies Around?
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