The New York Mets have fired manager Carlos Mendoza and replaced him with former San Diego Padres skipper Andy Green. The move comes after the Mets’ dismal season, with the team currently 15 games behind the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves.
Background
The Mets had high expectations for the season, with a record payroll of $358 million and the addition of slugger Juan Soto. However, the team has struggled with injuries and underperformance, leading to a 34-47 record at the midway point.
Mets owner Steve Cohen expressed his disappointment with the season, stating that the team’s performance has been a disappointment and that fans deserve better. President of baseball operations David Stearns took responsibility for the team’s record, saying that he believes the organization is building a foundation for success but that the current record is not good enough.
Looking Ahead
The Mets may look to trade some of their players, including Freddy Peralta and Clay Holmes, in an effort to retool for the future. The team has already sent pitcher David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for a minor leaguer.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
