Nick Swisher Says Phillies Wouldn’t Be In World Series With Joe Girardi

Nick Swisher states the Phillies would not be 2 video games far from a World Series title if they had actually kept Joe Girardi … informing TMZ Sports the group’s brand-new supervisor, Rob Thomson, is the greatest factor for Philly’s success this year.

“If it was Joe Girardi in this position,” the previous Big Leaguer informed us, “I don’t think Philly would be in this spot.”

The Phils had actually begun the season with Girardi at the end of the bench — however put him on ice back in June after a frustrating 22-29 start. Thomson then ended up being the interim supervisor, and the group removed.

Swisher informed us he thinks none of that taking place success was a coincidence … stating Thomson — who was among the outfielder’s coaches throughout his time with the Yankees — is simply that excellent of a honcho.

“Rob Thomson has given that team the freedom to be themselves,” Swish stated. “He has given them the freedom to go out and play with freeness and be open and authentic.”

Swisher plainly thinks the person and his group can liquidate the Astros today, too … informing us with the skill they have, and the fan assistance in Philly — 2 more wins should not be tough to come by.

As for what Swisher’s depended on beyond seeing this year’s Fall Classic — he’s really introduced a brand-new podcast, “The Nick Swisher Show,” where he’ll be speaking with individuals from all various strolls of life about the significance of positivity.

“On this podcast, man,” he informed us, “we jump in!”