Rob Thomson, who was dismissed as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, showed no resentment towards the team during a videoconference on Tuesday. He acknowledged the team's poor 9-19 start as a reason for his firing and stated, "When you're not playing well and you're the manager of a ball club, you're held accountable, and rightly so." Thomson, who led the Phillies to the National League Championship in 2022, expressed a desire to stay with the organization, saying he loves the team and hopes they can turn their season around. He believes in the talent of the current roster despite their struggles. Thomson also commented on the organization's search for a new manager, mentioning that he trusts president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski's judgment in reaching out to other candidates. As for his immediate plans, Thomson, who has spent 42 years in baseball, is unsure but looks forward to enjoying his summer at home.