Coaching Changes in Philadelphia

The first axes fell on the Phillies now two day old 2006 offseason.  It was announced today that first base coach Marc Bombard, third base coach Bill Dancy and bench coach Gary Varsho will not be returning to their positions in 2007.  Dancy, however, who has been with the club for 32 years was offered an alternate position in the Phillies organization.  On the flip side, pitching coach Rich Dubee, hitting coach Milt Thompson, bullpen coach Ramon Henderson and catching instructor Mick Billmeyer had their contracts extended for one year.