072612_mark_sloan_featuredDr. Sloan will make his final rounds this fall! Are you devastated?

Greys Anatomy is seriously losing steam well, McSteamy, to be exact. HollywoodLife.coms sister site TV Line is reporting that Eric Dane is checking out of the hit ABC medical drama after more than six clothing-optional seasons. But there is some good news: Dr. Mark Sloan will return to Seattle Grace at the beginning of season nine to wrap up his story line.

I am extremely grateful to everyone at Greys, ABC and Shondaland for the experience and memories I have had over the course of this run, Eric tells the site. It has been wonderful to work alongside and learn from a creative force such as Shonda Rhimes.

Shonda also spoke to the site, clarifying that Erics exit was a decision they came to together.

Personally, I cant say Im too surprised to see him leave. When Lexie (Chyler Leigh) died on the eighth season finale, Sloan was devastated not to mention he was suddenly without a love interest. (And whats the use of Sloan if he isnt plowing someone in the break room?)

But rather than focus on the sad news of Sloans departure, lets remember the good times and by that, I mean the doctors first appearance during the second season finale. (That towel should have been credited as a special guest star. For real.)

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Are you devastated by this news, Greys fans? Or do you agree with me that its the right for Sloan to complete his rounds? Drop me a comment with your reaction to this life-changing news.

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