When the New York Mets fired Carlos Mendoza and made Andy Green their interim manager on June 24, president of baseball operations David Stearns said Green would return to a front-office role after the 2026 season, and the Mets would conduct a full search for a permanent manager. That search — assuming it ever took place — led the Mets to a surprising choice to become their permanent manager on Tuesday, Sept. 22: Andy Green. It was not the Mets' place in the standings.
The Mets were 34-47 when Mendoza was fired. Through Monday, they're 37-38 under Green, on pace to finish last in the National League East despite beginning the season with MLB's highest-paid roster. More news: One MLB Stadium is About to be Renamed After 26 Years Green's only previous managing experience came in San Diego from 2016-19.
The Padres went 274-366 and finished with a losing record in all four seasons under Green. He took a player-development job with the Mets in part to be able to spend more time with his three daughters. The Mets' brass were impressed by the player development that took place under Green.
The Mets visit the Texas Rangers for the opener of a three-game series on Tuesday. They have six regular season games remaining. For more MLB news, visit Newsweek Sports.
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