Phillies’ Former Pitcher Released By NL Contender After Just 3 Games
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- Sports Money Phillies’ Former Pitcher Released By NL Contender After Just 3 Games By Peter Chawaga,
- Though the Phillies are still relying on roster staples like Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Zack Wheeler, the team did cut ties with long-time manager Rob Thomson and promote bench coach Don Mattingly to take the helm.
- And the Phillies could also be willing to shuffle the bullpen this season as they search for the right mix of arms that can bring an elusive World Series championship.
Sports Money Phillies’ Former Pitcher Released By NL Contender After Just 3 Games By Peter Chawaga,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow Author May 24, 2026, 06:00am EDTDETROIT, MICHIGAN - JUNE 25: The Philadelphia Phillies logo is pictured on a hat during the game against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on June 25, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)Getty Images After the Philadelphia Phillies endured some criticism for bringing back largely the same group of veteran stars for this season and then falling behind in the division, the team answered with a big move.
Though the Phillies are still relying on roster staples like Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Zack Wheeler, the team did cut ties with long-time manager Rob Thomson and promote bench coach Don Mattingly to take the helm.