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Mets Fire Mendoza, Andy Green Takes Interim Helm

6/26/2026

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Mets Fire Mendoza

The New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday, June 26, 2026 after a four-game Cubs sweep left the team at 34-47.
Andy Green became interim manager after previously guiding the San Diego Padres (2016-2019) to a 274-366 record.
Despite the Mets’ highest payroll and being 9½ games from the NL third wild-card, they listed Luis Peralta and Luke Weaver as trade candidates before the Aug 3 deadline.

Summary

Mets Playoff Odds

FanDuel lists the New York Mets at +1500 to reach the playoffs, the second-longest odds after the Los Angeles Angels and San Francisco Giants at +2800.
The Mets declined their club option for the 2027 season, signaling a financial reset despite a high-payroll roster.
Off-season acquisitions included Marcus Semien, Luis Robert Jr., Freddy Peralta, Bo Bichette, Jorge Polanco, Devin Williams and Luke Weaver.
Betting markets reflect the Mets’ underperformance even though they carry the second-highest payroll in MLB this year.

History

Historical Context

In 2004 the Mets, owned by Fred Wilpon, finished 71–91, 24 games behind the NL East leader, and dismissed manager Art Howe. The same ownership approach reappeared again in June 2026 when the club again fired Carlos Mendoza and appointed former Padres manager Andy Green to guide the team toward a playoff push for the 2026 season.

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Mets Fire Mendoza

The New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday, June 26, 2026 after a four-game Cubs sweep left the team at 34-47.
Andy Green became interim manager after previously guiding the San Diego Padres (2016-2019) to a 274-366 record.
Despite the Mets’ highest payroll and being 9½ games from the NL third wild-card, they listed Luis Peralta and Luke Weaver as trade candidates before the Aug 3 deadline.

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