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Phillies Keeping Rob Thomson as Manager for 2026

Clubhouse backing and an existing 2026 contract drive the decision.

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MIAMI, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 05: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on against the Miami Marlins during the third inning of the game at loanDepot park on September 05, 2025 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
Oct 8, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson (49) in the dugout during game three of the NLDS of the 2025 MLB playoffs against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File Photo
WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 14: Rob Thomson #49 of the Philadelphia Phillies walks to the dugout after making a pitching change against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at Nationals Park on August 14, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Jess Rapfogel/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report the team will issue a formal announcement this week, with Rob Thomson and Dave Dombrowski holding back‑to‑back press conferences Thursday at Citizens Bank Park.
  • Reports indicate coaching-staff changes remain possible even as Thomson returns for a fifth season.
  • Thomson has compiled a 346-251 (.580) regular-season record with four straight postseason berths and two NL East titles since taking over in 2022.
  • The decision follows criticism of NLDS tactics, including a Bryson Stott bunt call and bullpen usage, during a series lost to the Dodgers that ended on an extra-innings error.
  • A consequential offseason awaits, with key players such as Kyle Schwarber, J.T. Realmuto and Ranger Suárez expected to reach free agency.