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Albert Pujols expresses why he’d be interested in Mets manager job

Albert Pujols has indicated he could see himself managing the orange and blue.

Lindor says Mets players 'failed' ousted Mendoza

Shortstop Francisco Lindor and president of baseball operations David Stearns were among prominent members of the Mets who assumed responsibility for the team's dismal start after manager Carlos...

Ex-Met David Peterson feeling ‘like myself’ again as he starts new chapter with Cubs

Former Mets left-hander David Peterson is grateful for the fresh start in Chicago.

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Mets, David Stearns and navigating an uncertain present and future

Following the firing of Carlos Mendoza, David Stearns and the Mets are going to have to navigate what the rest of 2026 and the future look like for the franchise.

Carlos Mendoza’s Mets tenure is over but make no mistake — this is David Stearns’ mess

With this sort of unworkable roster and this kind of unreal luck, it was only a matter of time before poor Carlos Mendoza took the hit.

Andy Green appointed Mets' interim skipper -- and already has a positive review
'Get up, the Mets are signing you': Farmhand goes from indy ball to Double-A
Mets interim manager Andy Green talks 'responsibility' of taking over for Carlos Mendoza; role in clubhouse

Mets interim manager Andy Green spoke about taking over for Carlos Mendoza, what he brings to the clubhouse and alleviating player burdens.

Game Chat: Phillies vs. Mets, 7:10 PM

Friday, June 26, 2026 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Zack Wheeler (7-1, 2.11) vs. LHP Zach Thornton (0-1, 8.31) WPIX The Mets had a chance to snap their losing streak last night, but fell...

Carlos Mendoza replacements: Five possible candidates for next Mets manager, from Alex Cora to Carlos Beltran

Here's a look at five names who could replace Carlos Mendoza after Mets moved on from manager.

David Stearns explains why Mets fired Carlos Mendoza, takes responsibility for team's failures

David Stearns explained why the Mets made the decision to fire manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday morning, and took responsibility for the team's failures.

Jonathan Santucci puts himself on radar as option for next phase of spiraling Mets season: ‘Pitching against Little Leaguers’

During a season in which the big-league rotation has been a disaster, there is an avenue, albeit narrow, toward Santucci forcing his way to Queens.

David Stearns insists he still has Steve Cohen’s support as Mets’ Carlos Mendoza firing

David Stearns said that he hasn’t considered stepping aside from his role with the Mets — and that he still has the support of owner Steve Cohen.

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David Stearns believes he still has Mets owner Steve Cohen's support

Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said he believes he still has the support of owner Steve Cohen after firing manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday following a 34-47 start to the season.

Francisco Lindor says Carlos Mendoza's firing hurts: 'I feel like I failed him'

Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor spoke about the firing of manager Carlos Mendoza.

Stearns: “We Haven’t Been Able to Get This Going This Year”

Following Carlos Mendoza’s firing, a visually dejected David Stearns addressed the media about the decision and disappointment of the 2026 season so far. “Despite all of our efforts, Mendy’s...

What's next for the Mets? What big spenders need now and this offseason to compete in 2027

The Mets are 34-47 and just fired their manager; the path to contention next year includes better health... and maybe Tarik Skubal

The Mets have a $25 million David Stearns dilemma with his role atop franchise teetering

This Mets mess is David Stearns to clean up -- and halfway through his massive Mets deal, the clock is ticking.

Report: Albert Pujols Interested in Mets’ Managerial Job

In the wake of the Mets’ decision to fire Carlos Mendoza, the New York Daily News’ John Harper reported that Albert Pujols has made it known in recent weeks to those close to him that he’d “very...

Albert Pujols recently made interest in Mets manager job known

In recent weeks, Albert Pujols let friends know that he would "very much want" the Mets' manager job if the team moved on from Carlos Mendoza.

Why David Stearns escaped Steve Cohen's axe after NY Mets fired Carlos Mendoza

Carlos Mendoza has been fired in conjunction with the New York Mets' recent failures, but David Stearns shouldn't be free of his share of the blame.

LIVE: Stearns speaks to media following managerial change

David Stearns speaks to the media

What's next for Mets after firing manager Carlos M...

Is GM David Stearns on the hot seat? Will the Mets unload at the trade deadline? We make sense of New York's continuing nightmare.

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Mets option MJ Melendez to Triple-A Syracuse

The Mets have activated outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the IL, optioning MJ Melendez to Triple-A Syracuse in order to make room on the active roster.

Where Mets could turn for their next manager after Carlos Mendoza firing
Carlos Mendoza makes first comment since Mets firing: ‘I’m sorry’

There is plenty of blame to go around, but Carlos Mendoza did not throw any stones on his way out the door in Flushing.

Mets fire Carlos Mendoza, name Andy Green interim manager

The New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday, exactly halfway into a disappointing season.,Despite a payroll that is just shy of $330 mill

Carlos Mendoza thanks Mets, fans in statement following departure as manager

Carlos Mendoza penned a statement thanking the Mets organization and fans following his dismissal as the team's manager.

History-making Phillies take aim at Mets after Carlos Mendoza is fired

Three consecutive dramatic wins have vaulted the Philadelphia Phillies into the history books and provided another sign of how far they've come since

MMO Roundtable: Reactions To Carlos Mendoza’s Firing

We know that the Mets have had a very disappointing 2026 season so far… and they’ve made a move – manager Carlos Mendoza has officially been fired.  Here’s what we here at MMO think about the...

Pete Crow-Armstrong's 10th-inning hit seals Cubs' sweep of Mets

Pete Crow-Armstrong continued his career-high hitting streak and on-base streak on Thursday, when his tiebreaking hit in the 10th inning allowed the v

Is a bigger Mets purge needed after firing of Carlos Mendoza?

The Mets are where they are due to a combination of poor roster construction, injuries, and underperformance. So with Carlos Mendoza now gone, what's next?

Mets fans sound off on Carlos Mendoza firing: ‘The team is lifeless’

From "he won’t be missed" to "Mendoza was irrelevant," Mets fans had a lot to say about their manager, Carlos Mendoza, being fired.

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Carlos Mendoza replacements: Ranking top 3 candidates after Mets fire manager

The Mets will be on the search for a new manager after the NL East organization fired Carlos Mendoza on Friday. Three names stand out.

Mike Francesa’s ‘witness protection’ callout for Steve Cohen as Mets fire Carlos Mendoza

The Mets are a mortal embarrassment, and while Carlos Mendoza was fired on Friday, Mike Francesa wants to hear from the head honcho.

3 things you’ll want to know about newly acquired NY Mets prospect Cole Mathis

Three things you'll want to know about the newly acquired New York Mets prospect from the David Peterson trade, Cole Mathis.

There is no one left to protect David Stearns from his miserable Mets mess anymore

There's one man left standing and the blame is left for David Stearns.

NY Mets' Carlos Mendoza firing was necessary, but it doesn't solve the real problem

The New York Mets fired Carlos Mendoza at 34-47, naming Andy Green interim over bench coach Kai Correa. The move was necessary, but Stearns' flawed $380M roster remains the real problem.

Get to know Andy Green, Mets' interim manager for remainder of 2026 season

The Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday morning, here's everything you need to know about his interim replacement, Andy Green.

Mets fire manager Mendoza after 34-47 start

The New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday with the club toiling through a historically poor start.

Carlos Mendoza is just the scapegoat for Mets’ offseason mistakes: Jon Heyman

This Mets mess isn't on Carlos Mendoza.

Who is Andy Green? Mets replace Carlos Mendoza with interim manager

The Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday.

Meet Andy Green, the ex-Met taking over as interim manager after Carlos Mendoza firing

The former Met from the 2009 team is being considered as interim manager for the remainder of the season.

Mets Minors Recap: Mitch Voit Homers For Brooklyn

Mitch Voit, the first-round pick (No. 38 overall) from the 2025 MLB Draft out of the University of Michigan, started slow in his first full pro season, but has come on in June. He hit his eighth...

Why did the Mets fire Carlos Mendoza? New York makes major shakeup as 'embarrassing' season gets worse

Here's why the Mets decided to make the move now.

BREAKING: Mets fire manager Carlos Mendoza amid skid

The New York Mets have ripped off the Band-Aid and fired manager Carlos Mendoza amidst yet another losing streak. The Mets have lost six games in a row and just suffered a four-game sweep by the...

Mets fire Carlos Mendoza: Manager out after dismal first half in Queens

The Mets are 34-47 at the season's halfway mark, and Mendoza was let go on Friday morning

Mets fire Carlos Mendoza as disaster season brings change

The Mets are shaking things up in the dugout.

Mets Fire Carlos Mendoza

The Mets have had a disappointing season, and Carlos Mendoza won’t be around for the finish, as the New York Post’s Jon Heyman has reported that he’s been let go. Mendoza finishes his time with...

Mets dismiss Mendoza, appoint Andy Green interim manager
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