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Phillies name Don Mattingly full-time manager after interviewing Utley, Ibañez

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 8:07 PM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Phillies name Don Mattingly full-time manager after interviewing Utley, Ibañez

Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies announced on October 15, 2026, that Don Mattingly has been named the team's full-time manager under a two-year contract. Prior to finalizing Mattingly’s appointment, Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski sought permission from the Los Angeles Dodgers to discuss the managerial role with former players Chase Utley and Raúl Ibañez. Both declined to pursue the position, with Utley expressing a preference to remain in his current role with the Dodgers due to personal commitments. Ibañez also opted to stay with the Dodgers after reflection. In related news, Carlos Mendoza has been appointed to Mattingly's coaching staff.

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Market Watch

•Don Mattingly officially named Phillies manager on October 15, 2026.
•Utley and Ibañez declined managerial interest, preferring their roles with the Dodgers.
•Utley cited family commitments as a reason for his decision.
•Ibañez considered the role but opted to stay with the Dodgers.
•Carlos Mendoza joins Mattingly's staff as third-base and infield coach.

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8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies reportedly checked with Chase Utley, Raúl Ibañez about manager position before signing Don Mattingly

What they're saying

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Both Utley and Ibañez currently work in the Dodgers front office and declined to speak with the Phillies about the managerial job.
— Yahoo Sportsby Ian Casselberry

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