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Mets Fire Mendoza, Hire Green
The Mets pulled the trigger, firing manager Carlos Mendoza after a brutal season that saw them fall 15 games behind first place — despite having the highest payroll in baseball. Owner Steve Cohen made it clear fans deserve better. Mendoza, who took over from Buck Showalter, had a solid track record but couldn’t ignite this roster this year. David Stearns admitted the move was necessary, even praising Mendoza’s contributions. Enter Andy Green, a familiar face from the Mets’ front office and former Padres manager, tasked with turning things around. With playoff hopes fading and pressure…
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