Rob Thomson Reportedly Keeping his Job
Phillies manager Rob Thomson is reportedly safe, according to reports from MLB insiders.
Rob Thomson is safe for 2026, sources tell me and @Joelsherman1 @nypostsports. Although some decisions, like the Game 2 bunt, will be remembered. The bullpen management could have been better.
However, most Phillies fans agree that the bats were the biggest problem, with only four hits in an elimination game. Trea Turner, Bryce Harper, and Kyle Schwarber went 1 for 14 in game four with four strikeouts.
The team plated 2.3 runs per game in games 1, 2, and 4, while the pitching staff performed well. The hitting let the team down, again.
Maybe the bullpen could have been managed a little bit better.
If someone is to be fired, a stronger case can be made for Kevin Long than Rob Thomson.
Author's summary: Rob Thomson keeps his job as Phillies manager.