SEATTLE, Wash. (KTVZ) -- Dan Wilson will not return as field manager of the Seattle Mariners in 2027, the team announced Sunday.
The decision was announced by Jerry Dipoto, president of baseball operations, following conversations between team management and Wilson this week.
The change comes after the organization concluded that a new direction was necessary for the team moving forward. “Collectively we failed to meet our own expectations this season,” Dipoto said. “Dan and I both care deeply about this organization, these players and the future of the Mariners. After much discussion it was concluded that a new direction is best for 2027 and beyond.”
Departing Field Manager Dan Wilson reflected on his tenure with the team following the announcement. “I've appreciated the opportunity to lead this team the past two years,” Wilson said. “While this season has not gone the way any of us expected, I'm proud that the players in the clubhouse showed up each day to try and compete and battle in each game they played. I'm confident that the 2026 season doesn't accurately reflect the talent, passion and desire of our players and know that bright things are ahead for this group.”
Wilson was ...