The Philadelphia Phillies fired Rob Thomson earlier this year, but have turned their season around under Don Mattingly.
The Phillies started 9-19 with Thomson, and are 41-21 under Mattingly. While they are playing well, they still have holes that need to be filled if they want to win the National League. The ideal trade target could be on another team that fired its manager this year.
The Boston Red Sox fired Alex Cora this season, but unlike the Phillies, they have not gotten their season on track. While the Phillies explore the market for additions, the Red Sox are likely headed toward being sellers. Jarren Duran could be the ideal fit for the Phillies now that Adolis Garcia is out for the year. The Phillies have Brandon Marsh, who was named an All-Star for the first time this season, but the other two outfield spots could use an upgrade.
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Duran was an All-Star in 2024, regressed in 2025 and has really struggled this year. However, he has two years of club control after this season and could benefit from a change of scenery. Not only could the Red Sox be looking to sell anyway, but Duran does not have a real fit after this season.
The Phillies started 9-19 with Thomson, and are 41-21 under Mattingly. While they are playing well, they still have holes that need to be filled if they want to win the National League. The ideal trade target could be on another team that fired its manager this year.
The Boston Red Sox fired Alex Cora this season, but unlike the Phillies, they have not gotten their season on track. While the Phillies explore the market for additions, the Red Sox are likely headed toward being sellers. Jarren Duran could be the ideal fit for the Phillies now that Adolis Garcia is out for the year. The Phillies have Brandon Marsh, who was named an All-Star for the first time this season, but the other two outfield spots could use an upgrade.
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Duran was an All-Star in 2024, regressed in 2025 and has really struggled this year. However, he has two years of club control after this season and could benefit from a change of scenery. Not only could the Red Sox be looking to sell anyway, but Duran does not have a real fit after this season.
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