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Alex Cora likely to become Phillies manager after 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 8:03 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Alex Cora likely to become Phillies manager after 2026 season

Summary

Former Red Sox manager Alex Cora is reportedly set to take over as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies following the 2026 season. Cora's potential reunion with Philadelphia president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski hinges on the interim manager Don Mattingly's performance. Mattingly has revitalized the team since replacing Rob Thomson in April. If he leads the Phillies to a World Series or championship, the organization may retain him. If not, Cora is poised to step in, as Philadelphia has previously expressed interest in him after he left Boston under controversial circumstances. Cora's history includes managing the Red Sox to a 2018 World Series title and holding a commendable overall record with the team.

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What We Know

•Cora could replace Mattingly as Phillies manager after the 2026 season.
•Mattingly's success may determine his future with the Phillies.
•Cora previously managed the Red Sox, winning the 2018 World Series.
•Cora and Dombrowski have a history from their time in Boston.
•Cora's reputation remains strong despite a controversial departure from Boston.

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8:03 PMYahoo Sports — Former Red Sox Manager Alex Cora Reportedly Lined Up for NL Contender Job

What they're saying

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Alex Cora could reunite with the executive who hired him in Boston and helped construct the Red Sox’s historic 2018 championship team.
— Yahoo Sports

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