Phillies face uncertainty as Alex Cora may skip next season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies are evaluating their managerial options after Don Mattingly's interim tenure following a postseason exit. Reports indicate Alex Cora, previously favored for the role, could prioritize family commitments instead of managing next year, as he plans an African safari. His familiarity with Phillies president Dave Dombrowski, with whom he won a World Series, had positioned him as an ideal candidate. However, Cora's potential absence would complicate the team's search for a new manager.
- •Phillies recently eliminated from the postseason by the Atlanta Braves.
- •Interim manager Don Mattingly's future remains uncertain.
- •Alex Cora was previously considered the frontrunner for the managerial position.
- •Cora plans an African safari next summer, conflicting with potential managerial duties.
- •Phillies may need to explore other managerial candidates if Cora declines.
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"The Philadelphia Phillies got an unfortunate update on their new manager candidate as Alex Cora reportedly made a conflicting plan.
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