Mets Part Ways with Manager Carlos Mendoza, Andy Green Takes Interim Role

In a bold move aimed at revitalizing their faltering season, the New York Mets have parted ways with manager Carlos Mendoza. Despite receiving multiple votes of confidence during the team’s struggles, the decision reflects the urgency to shake the team out of its current slump. Andy Green, the former Padres manager and the Mets’ Senior Vice President for Player Development, steps in as the interim manager for the remainder of the 2026 season.

Mendoza, who was appointed in November 2023 with a three-year contract and an option for a fourth, initially led the Mets to the postseason in his debut season. However, the 2025 campaign saw the team falter down the stretch, leading to his retention for the current year. This season, plagued by injuries and underperformance, the Mets have found themselves among the league’s bottom dwellers with a disappointing record.

While Mendoza’s leadership may not have been the sole culprit behind the Mets’ 34-47 record, the team often appeared sluggish and ill-prepared on the field. With the club mired in yet another losing streak, the front office felt compelled to make a change, even if it comes late in the season. The hope is that under Green’s guidance, the Mets can rediscover their competitive edge and provide fans with a more enjoyable brand of baseball.

Green is set to make his managerial debut tonight at home against the Philadelphia Phillies, a game that will be closely watched as the Mets look to turn their fortunes around.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.