The Latest Breaking News from Rob Thomson

PITTSBURGH — The Phillies and Pirates battled it out until the very end on Friday, which obviously is more impressive feat for the Pirates, who entered the game with a 40-59 record, than it is for the Phillies. But the Phillies came out with the 4-2 win, nevertheless, in dramatic…

PITTSBURGH — Before the Phillies game against the Pirates on Thursday night, interim manager Rob Thomson told his players to not take their 40-58 opponents for granted. “Get the lead,” he told them. “Step on the gas pedal.”

PHILADELPHIA — Rob Thomson has managed the Phillies on an interim basis for 55 days, not nearly long enough to establish a distinctive style of helmsmanship. If anything, the longtime coach and first-time skipper has projected consistency, calm, and a steady hand.

PHILADELPHIA — When the Phillies swept the Marlins in Miami just before the All-Star break, they were playing pristine baseball. They committed no errors during that series. In their first game, they gutted out a 2-1 win despite an uncharacteristically shaky performance from closer Seranthony Domínguez. That didn’t feel like…