The New York Mets have concluded a chapter in their coaching history, parting ways with manager Carlos Mendoza. This decision comes at the midpoint of a season marred by underperformance, despite the team's significant financial investment. The organization is now looking to Andy Green to guide the team through the remainder of the campaign.
New York Mets Announce Coaching Change Amidst Challenging Season
In a significant development for the New York Mets, the club officially announced on Friday, June 26, 2026, the termination of manager Carlos Mendoza's contract. This managerial shift occurs precisely halfway through a season that has largely failed to meet expectations. The Mets, who boast a payroll approaching $330 million, currently find themselves at the bottom of the National League East standings with a disappointing 34-47 record. Their struggles have been highlighted by a 12-game losing streak in April and a current six-game skid.
David Stearns, the Mets' president of baseball operations, expressed appreciation for Mendoza's contributions, stating, "Carlos has led the organization with passion and grace and is beloved by everyone who works with him on a daily basis. Carlos' impact on our players, staff, and culture over the last three seasons has been transformative. Unfortunately, we know we are falling short and change is necessary to move forward."
Mendoza, 46, concludes his tenure with the Mets after compiling a 206-199 record over two and a half seasons. He was initially appointed prior to the 2024 season, a year in which he led the team to the National League Championship Series and was recognized as a finalist for NL Manager of the Year. However, the 2025 season saw a drastic downturn; after starting with a strong 45-24 record, the Mets collapsed, finishing 38-55 and missing the playoffs.
Following Mendoza's departure, Andy Green, 48, has been named the interim manager for the remainder of the season. Green joined the Mets organization in 2023 in a player development capacity. He brings prior managerial experience, having led the Padres from 2016-19, where he achieved a 274-366 record.
Mets owner, chairman, and CEO Steve Cohen also weighed in on the decision, saying, "I want to express my deepest gratitude to Carlos Mendoza for his leadership and unwavering commitment. He represented this organization with integrity and dedication throughout, and I wish him and his family all the best. Our commitment to bringing our fans a championship-caliber team has not changed. There is no sugar coating it: this season has been a disappointment, and our fans deserve better than what we've delivered."
Mendoza is the third major league manager to be relieved of his duties this season, joining Alex Cora of the Boston Red Sox and Rob Thomson of the Philadelphia Phillies.
This move underscores the high-stakes environment of professional baseball, where even well-regarded leaders can be replaced when team performance falters. It also highlights the constant pressure on franchises to deliver winning seasons to their fan base, often leading to difficult but necessary changes at the helm. The Mets' decision reflects a proactive approach to address their current struggles and signals their ongoing commitment to pursuing a championship-caliber team for their loyal supporters.
