The announcement came down this afternoon with a bolt-out-of-the-blue suddenness: the Phillies have decided to remove the "interim" tag from Pete Mackanin. The club announced that he will return with a contract for the 2016 season, one that includes a club option for 2017 as well.Ironically, it was exactly two years ago today that the Phillies removed … Continue reading Pete Mackanin has “Interim” removed from his job title
Andy MacPhail hired to lead Phillies rebuild
At an afternoon press conference, the Philadelphia Phillies officially announced that longtime baseball executive Andy MacPhail will take over as the President of the club. MacPhail will take over formally from current President Pat Gillick at the conclusion of the 2015 regular season.This marks the first time in the 132+ year history of the franchise that the club has hired … Continue reading Andy MacPhail hired to lead Phillies rebuild
Ryne Sandberg resigns: What next for Phillies?
"This is a difficult day, a challenging day, and a tough day for myself. But I am stepping down as the manager of the Philadelphia Phillies."With that fairly simple, straight-forward statement, Ryne Sandberg resigned his position as the skipper of the Phillies. He leaves the team having guided them to an overall 119-149 record in one full and … Continue reading Ryne Sandberg resigns: What next for Phillies?
Phillies coaches return for 2015
Pitching coach Bob McClure and all other coaches returnThe Philadelphia Phillies announced today that all coaches would return for the 2015 season, as reported first by MLB.com’s Todd Zolecki.Zolecki: “The team said today each coach is signed through next season. The Phillies announced late last month that they had invited every coach to return following … Continue reading Phillies coaches return for 2015
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