There’s no need to worry about Rob Thomson’s calm demeanor after tough losses. Phillies fans were riding high after their second series win against the Dodgers in Los Angeles, a victory that secured the season series against LA and gave them an edge in case of a tiebreaker. It seemed like the Phillies were ready to shake off their slump and turn things around. However, they were outscored 14-30 in a series that started promisingly with a 6-4 win in Game 1. It was a missed opportunity for the Phillies to assert their dominance, put a positive spin on a challenging West Coast trip, and create some distance from the rest of the National League while cooling off a hot Diamondbacks team.
Despite this, there’s no need to be concerned about Rob Thomson’s lack of urgency after such losses. As the Phillies’ manager, Thomson has witnessed his share of frustrating moments that highlight how fragile wins can be. After Sunday’s 12-5 loss, which capped off a disappointing 4-6 road trip, Thomson reflected on the situation, saying, “Well, it would have been nice to win today because we would have gone home .500 on a very tough road trip with three really good teams. We just gotta get home. We’re all looking forward to it. It’s been a long trip. Get home in front of our fanbase and start winning some games and winning some series.”
Since stepping in as interim manager after Joe Girardi, Thomson has consistently maintained a calm and composed demeanor, something fans have come to appreciate. He never lets emotions take over his decisions.
However, some fans wish to see more visible frustration from the manager, especially when the team is struggling. They feel that seeing Thomson show his anger might validate their concerns and signal that changes are coming. But Thomson remains steadfast in his approach, focusing on the positives and keeping a level head, a contrast to former Phillies manager Gabe Kapler.
Thomson is the right fit for this team. Even if fans sometimes wish he showed more emotion, his steady leadership is what the club needs to guide them back to the postseason.
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