How much does the schedule help the Phillies?

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The Philadelphia Phillies have improved their performance recently, facing weaker teams like the Giants and Marlins. Their upcoming schedule continues to feature less formidable opponents, raising questions about the impact of this softer schedule on their play.

Key points

Phillies recently improved performance against weaker teams
Interim manager Don Mattingly is leading the team
Upcoming schedule features less formidable opponents

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May 3, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly (8) watches from the dugout against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images | Rhona Wise-Imagn Images We’re still roughly a week away from the Phillies having fired Rob Thomson because of the team’s inability to play well. Taking stock of what things look like now is still a wee early since it’s only been six games, but those six games have been against some of the poorer faring teams in the National League in the Giants and the Marlins. The Giants are plagued by a roster filled with holes and a manager that probably shouldn’t be a manager at this level of baseball. The Marlins are still the Marlins. Prior to Thomson’s being fired, the Phillies played the Cubs and Braves twice, once at home and once on the road, two of the better (and at the time, hotter) teams in the game. The Phillies have holes on their own roster and those holes were exposed to a large degree. After finishing with the Marlins today, the Phillies then have a schedule that isn’t exactly teeming with the titans of the game. Because of being able to play these kinds of teams, they have started to play better. Which leads us to our question of the day: **does the softer schedule play a part in the Phillies’ better play, or are they actually playing up to their potential right now?**

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How has the Phillies' schedule affected their recent performance?

The Phillies have seen improved performance against weaker teams, suggesting the softer schedule may be influencing their success.

Who is the interim manager of the Philadelphia Phillies?

Don Mattingly is currently serving as the interim manager of the Philadelphia Phillies.

What teams did the Phillies struggle against earlier this season?

Earlier this season, the Phillies struggled against stronger teams like the Cubs and Braves.

How much does the schedule help the Phillies?

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