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Robert Lewis Thomson (born August 16, 1963), nicknamed "Topper", is a Canadian professional baseball manager for the Philadelphia Phillies of Major League Baseball. During Thomson's playing career, he was a catcher and third baseman in the Detroit Tigers organization from 1985 to 1988.
Jun 3, 2024 · Two years of Rob Thomson, the trusting manager who helped change everything for the Phillies - The Athletic. By Matt Gelb. Jun 3, 2024. PHILADELPHIA — The day before everything changed for the...
Oct 10, 2022 · The Phillies signed Rob Thomson to a two-year contract Monday, naming him the team's full-time manager after he took over for Joe Girardi in June and led the Phillies to the playoffs.
Nov 5, 2022 · PHILADELPHIA -- The baseball gods wasted no time in giving Philadelphia Phillies boss Rob Thomson his first big managerial moment in the Fall Classic.
Dec 4, 2023 · Rob Thomson signs extension as Phillies manager. Thomson's contract as Phils manager extended through '25. December 4th, 2023. Todd Zolecki. @ ToddZolecki. NASHVILLE -- Dave Dombrowski joked that he knew Rob Thomson would be a good manager when he won his first eight games on the job in 2022.
Jun 3, 2022 · Thomson, from Sarnia, Ont., replaces Joe Girardi, who was fired after a poor start to the season. He is the first Canadian full-time manager in MLB since 1934 and the third in history.
Oct 10, 2022 · The Canadian-born manager led the Phillies to their first playoff appearance since 2011 after taking over from Joe Girardi in June. He received a two-year contract extension and praise from players and front office for his leadership and communication skills.
