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Dan Wilson’s future as Mariners manager is in serious doubt after a brutal season marred by poor baserunning, defensive lapses, and a staggering strikeout rate that’s handed the opposition too many free outs. Though he led them to a World Series run last year, Wilson hasn’t been able to spark consistent offense or tighten up defense this season — and with the team’s record and performance slipping, the pressure is mounting. Other teams have turned things around by replacing managers, and the Mariners may be forced to follow suit. But it’s not just about firing Wilson — the front office’s roster choices and lack of managerial experience are also at fault. With Wilson’s deep ties to the organization, the decision feels especially awkward, but if they’re truly looking for accountability, they’ll need to fix more than just the dugout.

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