The New York Mets have fired manager Carlos Mendoza following a season that has put the team at serious risk of missing the playoffs. The decision comes despite the club's substantial financial investment in its roster. The Mets currently hold a 34-47 record this season.
Owner Steve Cohen has committed approximately $377 million this year towards player payroll and luxury taxes, a figure surpassed only by the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers, the reigning two-time World Series champions, are currently performing as the league's top team with a 52-29 record. In contrast, the Mets are 15 games behind the leader in the NL East and 9.5 games out of a wildcard spot.
Beyond their win-loss record, the Mets have been outscored by 47 runs this season, while the Dodgers boast a run differential of +144.
Andy Green has been appointed as the interim manager. Green previously served the club as Senior Vice President for Player Development. He also had a brief playing stint with the Mets in 2009 and managed the San Diego Padres from 2016 to 2019, where he recorded a 274-366 record without finishing higher than fourth place in his division.