That's why he departed as vice president of football operations after the 2000 season; he doubted he had the energy.
But he was allowed to depart as a free agent after the 1980 season.
Alexander departed after the first season and was replaced by Julie Bennett in later seasons.
Washington departed reluctantly after the 1988 season when he became a free agent but could not come to an agreement with the Yankees on a new contract.
Henefeld departed suddenly after the one season after enduring pressure to return home.
Despite the show's success, Roberts departed the series after the 1964-65 season (after 202 episodes) and returned to stage productions.
The Lindstroms departed after the 1985 season, and current director Mark Arnold was hired.
Henry Gibson also departed after the 1970-1971 season.
Moon departed after the 1993 season with Carlson named as his starting replacement.
Beckles, who wore jersey no. 62, departed as a free agent after the 1996 season, inking a deal with Philadelphia.