Overview
- The Mets dismissed manager Carlos Mendoza after a 34-47 start, a move that was announced on Friday and immediately installed Andy Green as interim manager for the rest of the season.
- David Stearns publicly accepted responsibility for the roster and results, but he told reporters that owner Steve Cohen has indicated he still supports Stearns for now.
- Former Mets coach Eric Chavez and other critics blamed front‑office choices and a lack of accountability for the collapse, arguing Mendoza was not the primary problem.
- SNY broadcasters and teammates praised Mendoza’s character after the firing while fan anger spilled into the stands when a spectator holding a “Fire Stearns” sign was escorted out and Cohen defended the security action.
- With the amateur draft and the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaching, attention has shifted to how Stearns will respond on roster moves, clubhouse culture fixes, and whether the interim manager or external candidates like David Ross will be considered long term.