# Mariners Players Want Manager Traits

> Mariners players demand accountability and communication from next manager after disappointing season.
- Title: Mariners Players Want Manager Traits · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Mariners players demand accountability and communication from next manager after disappointing season. Mariners players want a new manager who establishes…
- Keywords: mariners, seattle, dan wilson, jerry dipoto, julio rodriquez, logan gilbert, bryan woo, cal raleigh, nfl, sports, Players, Want
- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/mariners-discuss-ideal-qualities-2027-manager
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- Topics: mariners, seattle, dan wilson, jerry dipoto, julio rodriquez, logan gilbert, bryan woo, cal raleigh, nfl, sports
## Mariners Players Feel Blame
Mariners core players said the 2026 season blame fell on them and Dan Wilson's ouster.

> We have talked, and it's been really productive
## Search for New Manager
Seattle is meeting with Joe Espada, who has not renewed his contract with the Astros.
## Players Have Voice
Players continue to have a voice on the club's competitive direction and leadership despite not having a seat at the table.
## Accountability Buzzword
Accountability became the buzzword among those observing the club closely after poor performance.
## Players Take Responsibility
Logan Gilbert said the team's shortcomings started with the players and they need to focus on self-improvement.

> We obviously didn't perform. That starts with the players, it starts with me.
## Coaching Staff Impact
The coaching staff's roles became more magnified after Wilson's departure and four staff members left.
## New Manager Criteria
The new manager must establish accountability, communication, and a concrete identity for the team.

> We're a few key pieces away, not in terms of players, but values and standards.
## What Happens Next
Mariners players believe they have the pieces to turn things around after a disappointing season.

> I do believe we have the pieces. I do believe we're going to be doing the right things to ascend from this.
## Key takeaway

Mariners players want a new manager who establishes accountability and communication to fix team performance after a disappointing season.