Phillies’ Don Mattingly Points To Kyle Schwarber Strikeouts As He Sits Out
The Philadelphia Phillies are experiencing a successful season under interim manager Don Mattingly. Key player Kyle Schwarber has been sidelined due to illness, breaking his streak of 225 consecutive games played. Mattingly highlighted Schwarber's unique playing style, characterized by a mix of strikeouts, home runs, and walks.
- ▪The Phillies have the best record in the National League since Mattingly took over as manager.
- ▪Kyle Schwarber hit 20 home runs in the first 46 games of the 2026 season, putting him on pace for 70 home runs.
- ▪Mattingly kept Schwarber out of the lineup due to illness, allowing Bryce Harper to play as designated hitter.
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BusinessSportsMoneyPhillies’ Don Mattingly Points To Kyle Schwarber Strikeouts As He Sits OutByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 20, 2026, 07:00am EDTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 28: Don Mattingly, interim manager for the Philadelphia Phillies, looks on after a 7-0 win against the San Francisco Giants at Citizens Bank Park on April 28, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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