Don Mattingly says he would like to remain with the Philadelphia Phillies as their manager next season if the organization approaches him. In comments made during an interview with ESPN following an 11-5 loss to the Cincinnati Reds, Mattingly said, “Oh, I would do it,” indicating interest in returning to the role beyond the current season.
Mattingly joined Philadelphia in January as the team’s bench coach after previously serving three seasons in the same position with the Toronto Blue Jays. Later, he was elevated to interim manager on April 28 following the firing of Rob Thomson.
The reports agree that Mattingly’s interest is conditional on the Phillies’ front office making him an offer, rather than an automatic continuation. No sources provide details on contract discussions or the timeline for the organization’s decision. Overall, the coverage focuses on Mattingly’s willingness to take a longer-term managerial role with the club should the opportunity be presented.
