Seattle Mariners Fire Manager Scott Servais After Collapse

Servais learned of his dismissal through a news alert, marking a low point in a challenging season for the team.

Scott Servais was fired as Mariners manager after a significant mid-season collapse.
The Mariners' executive team decided on the change following a disastrous road trip.
Servais discovered his firing through a TV news alert rather than from team officials.
Dan Wilson, former Seattle catcher, has been named the new full-time manager.
The Mariners' performance issues were largely due to a lack of offensive production despite strong pitching.