Bryce Harper calls for help as Phillies struggle, Mattingly responds
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Bryce Harper expressed a need for roster upgrades after the Phillies' loss to the Marlins on July 28. The team has struggled since the All-Star break, losing eight of 12 games. Interim manager Don Mattingly pushed back against Harper's public comments, suggesting it undermines the current roster. The Phillies face pressure ahead of the August 3 trade deadline to improve their performance. Mattingly emphasized the importance of supporting the players already on the team rather than indicating dissatisfaction with them.
- •Harper said the Phillies need help before the trade deadline.
- •The team has lost eight of their last 12 games.
- •Mattingly defended the current players in response to Harper.
- •Pressure is mounting as the August 3 trade deadline nears.
- •Phillies aim to stay competitive in the postseason race.
- 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — Don Mattingly Not Happy With Bryce Harper's Latest Trade Deadline Comments
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — Bryce Harper's candid trade deadline comment gets pushback from Phillies' Don Mattingly
"Bryce Haper made his thoughts on what the Philadelphia Phillies need to do very clear
"These comments from Bryce Harper and Don Mattingly are very noteworthy for Philly.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 5:31 PMDon Mattingly Not Happy With Bryce Harper's Latest Trade Deadline Comments
Bryce Haper made his thoughts on what the Philadelphia Phillies need to do very clear
- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 5:06 PMBryce Harper's candid trade deadline comment gets pushback from Phillies' Don Mattingly
These comments from Bryce Harper and Don Mattingly are very noteworthy for Philly.
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