Mets escape 'F' grade from ESPN for disappointing 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
The New York Mets received a 'D-' grade for their 2026 season from ESPN, avoiding a failing mark due to the contributions of four key individuals. Interim manager Andy Green was credited for stabilizing the team after taking over from Carlos Mendoza. Rookies Nolan McLean, Carson Benge, and A.J. Ewing also showed promising performances, contributing to a struggling roster. Despite the overall disappointment of the season, these four figures provide a glimmer of hope for the Mets' future as they look to improve in 2027.
- •Mets finished the 2026 season with a 'D-' grade from ESPN.
- •Andy Green replaced Carlos Mendoza as interim manager during the season.
- •Nolan McLean posted a 3.18 ERA with 189 strikeouts in 2026.
- •Carson Benge recorded a.277 batting average with 19 home runs.
- •A.J. Ewing contributed with a.257 average and 10 home runs.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — 4 reasons why Mets did not get an 'F' grade from ESPN for disastrous 2026 season
"The Mets avoided the worst grade for their 2026 season thanks to four individuals.
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