The Mets, Red Sox and Tigers have picked their next managers. The Nationals are … the Nationals. It is the height of managerial season, and the Phillies appear content to fill their vacancy at their own pace.
They decided 24 days ago to remove Pete Mackanin from the dugout. It could be at least another week before they choose his replacement.
The Phillies have trimmed a list that contained dozens of candidates to about 10 for interviews. The first round of interviews, according to a source, should be completed this week. The Phillies have informed candidates they plan to have a new manager in place sometime around Nov.