Last-place Mets fire manager Carlos Mendoza
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Key Points:
- The New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza midway through a disappointing 34-47 season, replacing him with interim manager Andy Green amid the team's struggles and injuries to key players.
- Mets owner Steve Cohen expressed disappointment given the team's high payroll and expectations, while president of baseball operations David Stearns took responsibility and emphasized the need for change.
- Despite Mendoza's previous success, including a Manager of the Year finalist nod in 2024, the Mets have underperformed significantly this season, leading to roster changes and a potential selloff.
- Andy Green, previously senior VP of baseball development, will manage the team for the remainder of the season but is expected to return to the front office afterward as the Mets plan a full managerial search.
- The Mets also made roster moves, reinstating outfielder Tyrone Taylor and recalling pitcher Zach Thornton, while optioning two players to Triple-A following recent losses.
