Servais was originally scheduled to meet with Mariners President Jerry Dipoto at noon on Thursday, where Dipoto, a close friend and former teammate of Servais, intended to deliver the difficult news of his dismissal in person. However, before the meeting could take place, Servais discovered his firing through a breaking news alert on television.

In a statement to the media later that day, Dipoto expressed his deep regret over how the situation unfolded, stating, “It crushes me that Scott found out about his firing in that manner. Scott has been a close friend for decades, and I hand-picked him for this role years ago. This day has been incredibly tough for both of us, and it’s difficult to put into words how much this has affected me, but it’s even harder for Scott.”

Despite the shock of learning about his dismissal from the news, Servais took the high road and released a heartfelt statement to Mariners fans, players, and staff, expressing his gratitude for the time he spent with the organization.

Scott Servais was widely celebrated in Seattle for ending the team’s 21-year playoff drought last season, becoming a beloved figure in the city. However, the Mariners’ fortunes changed quickly this season, with a promising lead turning into a significant deficit, prompting the organization to make a change.

The manner in which Servais learned of his firing has drawn widespread criticism, and it raises questions about how the information was leaked before he was formally informed. It’s a regrettable situation that calls for a thorough review to prevent such mishaps in the future