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Mattingly addresses Harper's comments on roster moves during Deadline

MLB.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 5:01 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Mattingly addresses Harper's comments on roster moves during Deadline

Summary

Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly discussed Bryce Harper's recent remarks about the team's needs ahead of the Trade Deadline. Mattingly, who spent 14 seasons with the Yankees, remarked on players' tendency to involve themselves in roster decisions. He acknowledged the dynamics of players expressing such thoughts but emphasized that the management ultimately handles trades. The Phillies are navigating potential roster changes as the Deadline approaches.

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Key Details

•Don Mattingly comments on Bryce Harper's Trade Deadline remarks
•Harper suggested the team needs roster improvements
•Mattingly experienced similar situations during his time with the Yankees
•Management handles trades despite player involvement
•The Trade Deadline is approaching, prompting discussions

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5:01 PMMLB.com — Mattingly downplays Harper's Deadline comments: 'Players like being GMs' - MLB.com

What they're saying

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MIAMI -- Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly spent 14 seasons with the Yankees, and he experienced just about everything there as a player. So, before a teammate might have said the Yankees need help before the Trade Deadline, like Bryce Harper said about …
— MLB.comby Todd Zolecki

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