Overview
- Mattingly stepped down after Toronto’s World Series run with his contract expiring and has said he is not retiring but open to the right opportunity.
- The Phillies have contacted Mattingly about their bench-coach vacancy created by Mike Calitri’s planned move to major-league field coordinator.
- His fit in Philadelphia is reinforced by close ties to manager Rob Thomson, support from president Dave Dombrowski, and the presence of his son Preston as general manager.
- In new comments, Mattingly said he joined Toronto to support John Schneider early in his tenure and noted the grind of travel as he weighs next steps.
- The veteran skipper and 2020 NL Manager of the Year has not been linked to interviews for current managerial openings in Colorado or San Diego.