Matt Klentak Steps Down As Phillies General Manager

Hi everybody,

Matt Klentak stepped down as Phillies general manager on Saturday (October 3rd) and will be reassigned to another position within the organization.  Klentak has served as GM since October 2015.  The Phils principle owner John Middleton announced that Ned Rice will serve as interim general manager until a replacement is hired.

Talk to you soon,

Little Chase

Larry Bowa Named Senior Advisor to Phillies GM Matt Klentak

Hi everybody,

Phillies legend Larry Bowa was named a senior advisor to the Phils GM Matt Klentak last Friday (October 13th).  Bowa has been the Phils bench coach for the last four seasons and managed the team from 2001-2004.  Congrats on your new position, Mr. Bowa!  I'm glad you will still be with the Phillies!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Pete Mackanin Will Not Be Returning as Phillies Manager in 2018

Hi everybody,

The Phillies announced on Friday (September 29th) that Phils skipper Pete Mackanin was taking a new position in the organization next season as the special assistant to General Manager Matt Klentak and will not be the manager next season.  Mackanin had a record of 174-238 in his 2 and a half seasons as the Phils manager.  The Phils have not yet named Mackanin's replacement as skipper.

Mackanin received a well deserved standing ovation by both the fans and players during yesterday's season finale against the New York Mets.  Good luck in your new role, Pete!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Matt Klentak Named Phillies New General Manager

Hi everybody,

Former Los Angeles Angels Assistant General Manager Matt Klentak was named the new Phillies GM on Monday.  He replaces Ruben Amaro Jr., who was let go on September 10th (Ruben Amaro Jr No Longer Phillies General Manager).  Klentak is the 11th GM in Phillies history and at age 35 the youngest Phils GM ever.  I wish Mr. Klentak luck in turning this Phillies team around and leading them back to the postseason.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase