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Ron Washington Resigns as Texas Rangers Manager

Shocking news despite the team's awful season.
By Jason Heid |
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Ron Washington, baseball gone.  (photo by Keith Allison/Flickr)
Ron Washington, baseball gone. (photo by Keith Allison/Flickr)

The Rangers are having a lousy season, but no one really blamed Ron Washington for that. It was the injuries done killed ’em.

So it comes as a shock today that Wash, who’s managed the club since 2007, has resigned his post in order to address an “off-the-field personal matter.”

His full statement, from the team:

“Today, I have submitted my resignation from the job I love – managing the Rangers – in order to devote my full attention to addressing an off-the-field personal matter.  As painful as it is, stepping away from the game is what’s best for me and my family.

“This is in no way related to the disappointing performance of the team this season. We were already discussing 2015 and looking forward to getting the Rangers back to postseason contention.

“I deeply regret that I’ve let down the Rangers organization and our great fans. Over the past eight seasons, it’s been a privilege to be part of some of the best years in club history and I will always be grateful for the opportunities I’ve had here, and for the great management, players, and coaches who have made our time here a success.  Thank you for respecting my privacy.”

Tim Bogar is the interim manager.  Here is what Mooney wrote about Washington a few years ago.

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