Rob Thomson to return as Phillies manager in 2026 season: reports

Despite another “Red October" heartbreak, the Philadelphia Phillies are expected to stick with manager Rob Thomson heading into 2026. The organization reportedly believes he remains the right leader for a clubhouse that has reached the postseason in three straight seasons.

Phillies drop NLDS Game 2 to Dodgers after late-game rally falls short

Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell and reliever Emmet Sheehan held Philadelphia to three hits over eight innings. Without any help from their All-Star trio at the top of the batting order, the Phillies showed life in the ninth and scored two runs on three hits.

Phillies aim to set strong tone in NLDS Game 1 vs. Dodgers

The Phillies and Dodgers open their National League Division Series with contrasting strengths — Philadelphia’s balanced roster and home-field edge against Los Angeles’ dominant arms and postseason pedigree.