New York Mets sack manager Carlos Mendoza after disastrous 34-47 start

The New York Mets sacked manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday after a disastrous 34-47 start to the season left the heavily-funded franchise reeling.

Former San Diego Padres boss Andy Green will immediately step in as interim manager for the remainder of the current campaign.

The decisive move follows a devastating run of six consecutive defeats that pushed the club further to the bottom of the standings.

‘Change is necessary’

Mendoza was in his third season at the helm, but a club option to extend his stay into 2027 was ultimately ignored.

“Carlos has led the organization with passion and grace and is beloved by everyone who works with him on a daily basis,” said president of baseball operations David Stearns.

“Unfortunately, we know we are falling short and change is necessary to move forward.”

A costly collapse in form

The 46-year-old tactician originally enjoyed huge success in 2024, miraculously guiding the team to the National League Championship Series during his debut year.

However, his sophomore campaign proved disastrous as the Queens-based outfit collapsed over the final three months to miss the play-offs entirely.

That nightmare form has carried into the current season, with the struggling squad fielding one of the most unproductive offenses in the sport.

This prolonged slump is especially glaring given their colossal wage bill, which currently stands as the second-most expensive in Major League Baseball behind only the Los Angeles Dodgers.