Aaron Boone comments on Carlos Mendoza's firing by Mets

Yankees manager Aaron Boone reacted to the Mets' recent firing of Carlos Mendoza, expressing mixed feelings about the decision. Boone described Mendoza as a 'great leader' and expressed confidence he will secure another job after a challenging season and six consecutive losses by the Mets. Mendoza, who served as Boone's bench coach for four years, had a stint with the Mets that included a playoff appearance in 2024. Despite this year's struggles, Boone praised Mendoza's reputation in the industry following the firing.

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