Mariners expected to make Dan Wilson job decision if one thing happens

The Seattle Mariners are expected to make a decision regarding manager Dan Wilson's position based on one crucial factor: whether the team secures a postseason berth or not. According to USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the Mariners boss's fate hinges on this single outcome. If the team fails to make the playoffs, Nightengale reports that Wilson could face the ax.

This development shouldn't come as a shock, as the Mariners' struggles have been evident this year. Despite having a decent roster, the team's star players are underperforming, while others aren't meeting expectations either. Currently, the Mariners are lagging by five games in the American League West behind the Houston Astros.

The disappointing start to the season, coupled with a 21-game losing streak, has left them 3.0 games behind in the Wild Card race, where a sub-.500 Texas Rangers team holds the final playoff spot. With 58-66 records, the Mariners still have a chance to make the postseason due to the AL's poor performance. However, it all depends on the team's performance in the remaining month and a half.

If stars like Raleigh and others can't step up their game, the Mariners' manager position might be in jeopardy if they miss the postseason.