METS GIVE MENDOZA THE BOOT MIDSEASON

06/26/2026

The New York Mets have announced that they are parting ways with manager Carlos Mendoza after a disastrous first half of the 2026 season.

“The New York Mets today announced the departure of Manager Carlos Mendoza. Andy Green will take over as Interim Manager for the remainder of the 2026 season” the organization posted on Instagram on the morning of June 26.

Mendoza became manager in 2023 and led the Mets to the 2024 National League Championship, losing their World Series bid to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

This success, however, didn’t carry over into 2025. After a fast-paced and successful first half of the season, the Mets collapsed post-All-Stars and missed the playoffs.

An off-season overhaul saw the departures of fan favorites such as Brandon Nimmo, Pete Alonso, Jeff McNeil, and Edwin Diaz. In turn, the Mets picked up Bo Bichette, Luis Roberts Jr., Jorge Polanco, Marcus Semien, Freddy Peralta, Devin Williams, and Luke Weaver.

The 2026 season has been marred by various injuries, a mismatched roster, and one of the longest losing streaks in franchise history.

The Mets, as of writing, are 34-48.

Mendoza’s Statement

Soon after the news broke, Mendoza made a statement to the New York Post. He told reporter Joel Sherman:

“I would like to thank Steve and Alex Cohen. They are tremendous owners who care deeply about their people, their families, and the entire organization. I am grateful for the opportunity they gave me to lead this team. I also want to thank David Stearns for giving me the chance to manage at the major league level. It was a privilege to work alongside him every day, and I greatly appreciate his support, trust, and partnership.”  

Fans React

The general consensus amongst fans is mixed. While most fans see this as a welcome change, they don’t think Mendoza was the main problem.

“I’m conflicted” says fan Michael Davis, “something had to change, probably sooner than now. The team should be better. The guys should be hitting better. [The] guys just aren’t performing, and that’s not Mendoza’s fault.”

Others don’t expect this change in leadership to do much for the Mets this season.

“Regardless of who the manager is, the roster is the same” notes fan Adrian Green, “results might improve as players start to return from injury, but I don’t see how the name of the manager is going to impact how frequently these Mets strike out, ground into double plays, or give up home runs.”

“I almost hope the season continues as it has” says fan Timo Sullivan. “Watching this club struggle will prove the need for leadership at the upper echelons and motivating a roster revamp…I would wager that their continued failure will precipitate a new approach to roster building. A new approach to roster building is likely just what the doctor ordered.”

Former Mets player and Padres coach Andy Green will serve as interim manager for the rest of the season, but will not be the manager come next season.