Phillies respond to Rob Thomson's firing, Brad Keller comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 9:44 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson in April after a disappointing start to the season. Interim manager Don Mattingly has since taken over, and the team has shown improvement. Pitcher Brad Keller expressed the clubhouse's respect for Thomson, stating that his departure was a significant loss. Keller, who is signed for $22 million, highlighted the personal impact Thomson had on the players and hopes for his future return to the organization in some capacity.
- •Phillies started the season with an 8-16 record.
- •Don Mattingly is the interim manager for the 2026 season.
- •Brad Keller emphasized the respect players had for Rob Thomson.
- •Keller is under a $22 million contract with the team.
- •Thomson's departure has left a noticeable impact on the clubhouse.
- 9:44 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies' $22M emergency closer gives brutally honest response to Rob Thomson's firing
"Rob Thomson's firing was a hard one for the locker room. Philadelphia Phillies Brad Keller's response says everything about the respect for their former manager.
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