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Mets Fire Mendoza, Andy Green Takes Interim Helm

6/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza and named Andy Green interim manager, the third managerial change in 2026 after Boston and Philadelphia.
President of baseball operations David Stearns said the Mets are 13 games under .500 and 15 games behind the NL East leader.
Owner Steve Cohen said the $358 million payroll, $124 million luxury tax, injuries and a 34-47 record mean fans deserve better and the team aim for a championship.

History

Historical Context

After the Red Sox lost Game 7 of the 2003 ALCS, they fired manager Grady Little and hired Theo Epstein, who built the 2004 World Series champion that followed a 95-win 2003 season. The 2026 Mets’ dismissal of Carlos Mendoza and promotion of Andy Green under owner Steve Cohen reflects a similar ownership-driven overhaul after a disappointing season.

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Story summary

New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza and named Andy Green interim manager, the third managerial change in 2026 after Boston and Philadelphia.
President of baseball operations David Stearns said the Mets are 13 games under .500 and 15 games behind the NL East leader.
Owner Steve Cohen said the $358 million payroll, $124 million luxury tax, injuries and a 34-47 record mean fans deserve better and the team aim for a championship.

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