Don Mattingly Debuts First Phillies Lineup Following Rob Thomson Firing

On Tuesday, the Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson, handing over the lineup card to interim skipper Don Mattingly.

The Mattingly Era Begins: Analyzing the First Lineup

Mattingly's first lineup looks a lot like Thomson's, with Trea Turner leading off, Kyle Schwarber hitting second, and Bryce Harper hitting third.

Pitching Matchup: Can Luzardo Bounce Back Against Mahle?

The Phillies will face right-hander Tyle Mahle, who didn’t allow a run over 5 2/3 innings and struck out six in a no-decision against the Phillies on April 8 in San Francisco.

The Phillies will counter with Jesús Luzardo, who has struggled this season with a 6.91 ERA and 1.53 WHIP in five starts in 2026.

The Phillies host the San Francisco Giants for a quick three-game homestand with the first pitch at 6:40 before heading