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www.cbssports.comHere are the latest notable items about the Giants vs. Phillies matchup:
Recent series update: The Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson and promoted bench coach Don Mattingly to interim skipper through 2026, with the team hoping to turn around a difficult stretch as they hosted the Giants. This change coincided with a rebound effort from the Giants, who had won several series in a row after a rough start, highlighting a shift in momentum between the two clubs.[1][3]
Game highlights from the latest head-to-head: In the most recent Phillies-Giants matchup, the Phillies won decisively 7-0 behind a strong pitching performance from Jesus Luzardo and a multi-hit effort from Trea Turner, signaling the Mattingly era’s early positive impact for Philadelphia. The Giants, meanwhile, had recent success by stringing together several wins to climb back into contention.[3]
Historical context: The Giants have had mixed results against the Phillies in various seasons, including notable late-2010s results and some tight recent contests, but the current period features a Philadelphia team undergoing leadership change and a San Francisco squad riding a late-start resurgence. For example, older moments include a 2011 Giants win in Philadelphia and other head-to-head encounters in different years.[2][4]
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www.cbssports.comThe Philadelphia Phillies made news on Tuesday morning, hours before opening a three-game series against the visiting San Francisco Giants.
www.cbssports.comThe San Francisco Giants beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 on Thursday night.
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www.cbsnews.comMatt Cain pitched into the eighth inning to outduel Cole Hamels and lead the San Francisco Giants to a 2-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night.
www.cbsnews.comPhillies eager to ride 'good start' into rematch vs. Giants
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