Carlos Mendoza Receives Curious Backing From Mets
Carlos Mendoza remains the manager of the New York Mets despite the team's poor 10-21 start to the season, the worst record in the National League East. Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns affirmed Mendoza's job security, attributing the team's struggles to performance issues rather than managerial decisions. However, Stearns left open the possibility of future changes if the roster fails to improve.
- ▪The Boston Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora, and the Philadelphia Phillies fired Rob Thomson, creating managerial changes in the league.
- ▪Mets president David Stearns stated that the team's problems are not due to manager Carlos Mendoza and that he does not intend to make a change.
- ▪The Mets finished April by losing five of their last six games despite having the MLB's second-highest payroll.
- ▪Stearns previously noted that the team's lack of offensive production has made them appear stagnant, though he believes they are playing hard.
- ▪Mendoza faced criticism for his decision to pitch to Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner in extra innings, raising questions about his in-game management.
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By Jordan SiglerShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Manager Carlos Mendoza's situation with the New York Mets became a little more curious this week in the wake of two managers being fired in recent days.More News: Christian Yelich Update is Bad News for BrewersThe Boston Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora on Saturday. The Philadelphia Phillies were interested in hiring Cora, but he rejected any offer before the Phillies ultimately fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday, naming Don Mattingly as interim manager.The Mets entered Friday night's contest against the Los Angeles Angels with a 10-21 record, the worst in the National League East.
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