Ottawa Redblacks fire general manager Marcel Desjardins

The Ottawa Redblacks have fired Marcel Desjardins, the only general manager in franchise history.

Desjardins said Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group CEO Mark Goudie visited his office early Monday morning and told him the team was making a change.

“I said well, I think you guys are making a mistake, but that’s up to you guys, and thanks very much, and packed my bag and came back home,” Desjardins told TSN 1200’s John Rodenburg and Shawn Simpson.

“It’s disappointing to leave on this note, but at the end of the day it’s the business. I’m looking ahead.”

The Redblacks were eliminated from playoff contention after a 32-3 loss to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Saturday. The team has a 2-9 record this season.