Fansided · Jun 27, 2017
Phillies: Ron Washington an intriguing managerial candidate
Phillies fans are ready to look towards next season, and it all starts with the manager
It’s hard to find a single Phillies fan still supporting manager Pete Mackanin in the midst of one of the worst seasons in the history of baseball. Signing a one-year contract extension in May, Mackanin is leading a team destined to lose 100 games for the first time since 1961.
Understandably, the young front office in Philadelphia likely won’t fire Mackanin mid-season because of the politics involved. Any move regarding Mackanin is likely to occur after October 1 when the Phillies finish their season against the Mets.