The Seattle Mariners are set to fire manager Dan Wilson after the conclusion of the 2026 season, according to multiple reports.
Wilson's dismissal comes one year after he guided the Mariners to a division title and a Game 7 appearance in the American League Championship Series (ALCS) in 2025. In 2026, the team struggled and missed the playoffs.
Outlets described the move as a reversal in fortunes for Wilson, who will not return as manager in 2027, according to reports.
How each side covered it
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- Reported that Dan Wilson is out as Mariners manager.
- The New York Times attributed the report to a source, describing the 2026 season as underwhelming.
“Mariners to fire manager Dan Wilson after underwhelming season: Source” — The New York Times
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- Yahoo Sports noted Wilson managed the team to a division title and ALCS Game 7 last year before struggling in 2026.
- CBS Sports reported Wilson will not return in 2027, citing a report, and highlighted the drop from ALCS Game 7 to missing the playoffs.
“The Seattle Mariners will part ways with Dan Wilson, who managed the team to a division title and ALCS Game 7 last year but struggled in 2026.” — Yahoo Sports
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- The New York Post described the season as disastrous, contrasting it with Wilson's ALCS appearance the prior year.
“A year after Dan Wilson led the Mariners to the American League Championship Series, he is out as manager of the club.” — New York Post
Questions readers ask
What happened to Dan Wilson?
Dan Wilson is being dismissed as manager of the Seattle Mariners after the 2026 season, according to multiple reports.
Why is Dan Wilson's firing notable?
Wilson led the Mariners to a division title and a Game 7 appearance in the 2025 American League Championship Series just one year before his dismissal, according to reports.
Why did the Mariners decide to part ways with Wilson?
Reports cite the team's disappointing 2026 season, in which the Mariners missed the playoffs after reaching the ALCS the year before.
Will Dan Wilson return as Mariners manager in 2027?
No. According to CBS Sports, Wilson will not return as manager in 2027.
Sources · 5 outlet reports
- Associated PressLeft-leaningDan Wilson out as Seattle Mariners manager
- The New York TimesLeft-leaningMariners to fire manager Dan Wilson after underwhelming season: Source
- CBS SportsCenterMariners manager Dan Wilson won't return in 2027 after disappointing season, per report
- Yahoo SportsCenterDan Wilson is out after Mariners’ stunning collapse from AL West champions
- New York PostRight-leaningDan Wilson out as Mariners manager following disastrous season one year after reaching ALCS