Unbelivable: Former head coach for Seattle Mariners, Lloyd McClendon, has announced his return to the team
Lloyd McClendon isn’t showing any signs of resentment for his dismissal as Mariners manager at the end of the 2015 campaign.
On Monday, McClendon, who is currently the hitting coach for the Detroit Tigers, played in his first game back at Safeco Field since Seattle fired him after they hired Jerry DiPoto as general manager and reorganized after a 76-86 season in 2015.
That followed after McClendon led Seattle to a quick finish in his first season in 2014, when the Mariners were still in contention for a postseason berth on the last day of play, ultimately falling short 87-75.
When asked if his return had given him a fresh perspective on his firing, McClendon replied, “No, not that I really want to share.” I will admit that I had a good time while I was here. I believed that my employees performed exceptionally well and gave it their all every day, and that the fans took some pleasure in it.
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Having worked for Detroit since 2006, McClendon was hired by Seattle. Following his dismissal, he went back to the Tigers organization and managed Class AAA Toledo for the previous season.
Regarding his return to the Tigers, he stated, “Of course it went smoothly.” I’ve been a part of that organization for a while, so getting the chance to return was enjoyable. It’s been an enjoyable journey. I had a great time in Toledo, and it feels good to be back in the major leagues.
McClendon had the same role as manager at Pittsburgh from 2001 to 2005 before taking the post in Seattle.
He stated that, at 58, he hopes to have one more chance.
Yes, he replied, “I’m like a lot of guys.” “I wish to resume managing.” I hope that chance comes up eventually.
When the Mariners visited Detroit in April, McClendon got to know the players who were still on the team.
“As a manager, that’s all you can ask for—they gave me everything they had every day and played their tails off for me,” he remarked.
Omar Vizquel, a former Marine, is currently serving as the Tigers’ first base coach for his fourth season.
