Mets fire Carlos Mendoza, consider Albert Pujols and others for manager
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 4:09 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza after a disappointing season, following their seventh consecutive loss, dropping the team's record to 34-48. Interim manager Andy Green will lead the team until the end of the year while the Mets search for a permanent manager post-season. Albert Pujols has expressed interest in the position, having previously interviewed for other managerial roles and possessing significant player respect and leadership qualities. Other potential candidates include Carlos Beltrán, Rocco Baldelli, and Alex Cora.
- •Mets fell to 34-48 after seventh straight loss.
- •Andy Green appointed interim manager for rest of the season.
- •Albert Pujols interested in managing the Mets.
- •Carlos Beltrán, Rocco Baldelli, and Alex Cora are also candidates.
- •Mets have had six managers since Terry Collins left in 2017.
- 4:09 PMCBS MLB — Mets manager candidates: Albert Pujols among six names to watch after Carlos Mendoza's firing
"New York moved on from Mendoza on Friday amid a majorly disappointing season; who could replace him?
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