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Mets Revamp Coaching Staff After Missed Playoff Season

10/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

New York Mets overhaul coaching staff after 2025, finishing 83-79 and missing playoffs.
Departures include pitching coach Jeremy Hefner; hitting coaches Eric Chavez and Jeremy Barnes; third-base coach Mike Sarbaugh.
Bench coach John Gibbons resigned; catching coach Glenn Sherlock retired; Antoan Richardson invited back for 2026.
Mendoza returns, per David Stearns; pitching ranks 18th in ERA and 23rd in WHIP.

History

Historical Context

The New York Mets achieved a historic milestone by winning their first World Series in 1969, following a remarkable 100-62 season. This victory marked a turning point for the franchise, which had struggled since its inception in 1962. Recent coaching changes, including the departure of pitching coach Jeremy Hefner, aim to revitalize the team, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance performance and competitiveness in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

New York Mets overhaul coaching staff after 2025, finishing 83-79 and missing playoffs.
Departures include pitching coach Jeremy Hefner; hitting coaches Eric Chavez and Jeremy Barnes; third-base coach Mike Sarbaugh.
Bench coach John Gibbons resigned; catching coach Glenn Sherlock retired; Antoan Richardson invited back for 2026.
Mendoza returns, per David Stearns; pitching ranks 18th in ERA and 23rd in WHIP.

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