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Rob Thomson's 'Topper' nickname meaning reminiscent of Phillies legend
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Putting it bluntly, Phillies blew it in Game 5 of the World Series – Delco Times
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In the interim, Thomson leads Phillies to brink of playoffs
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Phillies' Playoff Run Bolstered By Yankees' Boone Hire
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Phillies' Playoff Run Bolstered By Yankees' Boone Hire
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Phillies sign Thomson to two-year extension — Canadian Baseball Network
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Rob Thomson finally gets his shot – MATT VEASEY
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No more interim: Rob Thomson to remain Phillies manager National News - Bally Sports
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Phillies' Rob Thomson named 1st Canadian full-time manager in MLB since 1934 following Girardi firing
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Phillies manager Rob Thomson's Ontario hometown gearing up for World Series celebration