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Mets name Andy Green interim manager after firing Carlos Mendoza

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 2:50 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Mets name Andy Green interim manager after firing Carlos Mendoza

Summary

The New York Mets have appointed Andy Green as their interim manager following the firing of Carlos Mendoza on June 26, 2026. Mendoza's tenure ended after the Mets' disappointing 34-47 start to the season, leaving them at the bottom of the National League standings with the league's highest payroll. Green, who has previous managerial experience with the San Diego Padres, steps in having most recently served as the Mets' Vice President for Player Development. He is expected to address the media later today regarding his new role.

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By the Numbers

•Mets fire Carlos Mendoza after a poor start to the season.
•Andy Green takes over as interim manager immediately.
•Green previously managed the Padres from 2016 to 2019.
•He has been with the Mets in a front office role since 2024.
•Mets face pressure to improve their record under Green's management.

Latest Updates

9:47 PMYahoo Sports — Mets interim manager Andy Green talks 'responsibility' of taking over for Carlos Mendoza; role in clubhouse
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What they're saying

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Mets interim manager Andy Green spoke about taking over for Carlos Mendoza, what he brings to the clubhouse and alleviating player burdens.
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The Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday morning, here's everything you need to know about his interim replacement, Andy Green.
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