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Last-place Mets fire manager Carlos Mendoza. Team owner Steve Cohen says 'fans deserve better'
By Ronald Blum, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 26, 2026
· 5 min read
From the front office to the field, the New York Mets have failed in almost every area over the past year.And on Friday, manager Carlos Mendoza took the fall.Halfway through a wretched season, Mendoza was fired as skipper of the underperforming Mets and replaced by former San Diego Padres manager...
Key takeaway Last-place New York was 34-47 at the season's midpoint, 15 games behind NL East-leading Atlanta and 9 1/2 back of the final NL wild-card berth.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The firing of Carlos Mendoza as manager of the New York Mets may seem like a distant concern in San Antonio , but it highlights the high stakes of professional sports in major markets. While the Mets' struggles may not directly impact local sports fans, the team's massive payroll and luxury tax obligations demonstrate the significant financial investments made in professional sports. In San Antonio, where sports teams and events contribute to the local economy, the Mets' situation serves as a reminder that success on the field is crucial for maintaining fan support and attracting revenue. As San Antonio's own sports teams and organizations navigate their own challenges and expectations, the Mets' experience offers a cautionary tale about the importance of delivering results and managing fan expectations. The city's sports fans will be watching to see how the Mets' new manager, Andy Green, fares in turning the team around.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? From the front office to the field, the New York Mets have failed in almost every area over the past year.And on Friday, manager Carlos Mendoza took the fall.Halfway through a wretched season, Mendoza was fired as skipper of the underperforming Mets and replaced by former San Diego Padres manager...
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