Mets confirm Carlos Mendoza’s continuity as manager for the 2026 season

New York._ Venezuelan Carlos Mendoza will remain in charge of the New York Mets in the 2026 season, as confirmed by general manager David Stearns this Monday, just one day after the team was eliminated from the postseason race after falling in the last game of the campaign against the Marlins. You may be interested in: Mets eliminated; Cincinnati qualifies and wild card series defined

Stearns detailed that in the coming days the technical body will be evaluated to define the future of the coaches, although he reiterated full confidence in Mendoza to lead the team. The decision clears up doubts about the continuity of the Venezuelan pilot, who in 2024 led the Mets to the National League Championship Series, and who this year had the club with the best MLB record until mid-June (45-24). However, the second half of the season was downhill: New York recorded a record of 38-55 in its last 93 commitments, finishing with a record of 83-79 and falling short in the fight for the last Wild Card of the National League. Mendoza, 45 years old, has a guaranteed contract until 2026, as well as a team option for 2027, after signing in November 2023 for three seasons. The Mets owner, Steve Cohen, publicly apologized to the fans after the elimination, assuring that the organization is working to compete again at the highest level.