Phillies retain Mattingly as manager after Cora declines job

The Philadelphia Phillies named Don Mattingly their full-time manager for 2027, signing him to a two-year contract through the 2028 season. Mattingly took over after the team opened 2026 with a 9-19 record and led it to a 79-55 finish that secured a playoff berth. The Phillies then stumbled late in the season and were eliminated by the Atlanta Braves in the National League Wild Card Series, with Mattingly also facing criticism over bullpen decisions. Philadelphia reportedly considered former Red Sox manager Alex Cora, who declined the job twice, before deciding to retain Mattingly.

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