Phillies extend Rob Thomson, hire 2 assistant hitting coaches

The Phillies signed Rob Thomson to a one-year extension. (Photo by David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire)

The Phillies signed manager Rob Thomson to a one-year extension, the team announced Monday. Thomson is now under contract through the 2025 season.

The team also announced the hiring of two assistant hitting coaches, former Giants director of hitting, assistant hitting coach Dustin Lind and former Astros minor league hitting coordinator Rafael Peña. The Phillies will carry three hitting coaches...