Victorino, Bowa Named 2026 All-Star Futures Game Managers

Phillies icons to lead top prospects at showcase.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 171 min read

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.@Phillies World Series champions Shane Victorino and Larry Bowa will be in the dugout as managers for the 2026 All-Star

What happened: World Series champions Shane Victorino and Larry Bowa will serve as managers for the 2026 All-Star Futures Game. The Philadelphia Phillies icons appeared on MLB Central to discuss their excitement about mentoring the next generation of baseball stars at the midsummer event.

Why it matters: The selection of the franchise greats brings championship experience to the showcase of premier minor league talent. Their involvement highlights the Phillies' historical legacy as the current squad maintains a 40-33 record following a loss to the Marlins.

By the numbers: The Phillies are 40-33 this season and lead their series against Miami 2-1 after a 12-4 loss on Wednesday. Victorino is a two-time All-Star and World Series champion, while Bowa is a five-time All-Star and former NL Manager of the Year.

What to watch: The All-Star Futures Game will take place during All-Star Week, featuring the top-ranked prospects from across the league.

Sources

@MLBNetwork Jun 17, 4:23 PM ET

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