Carlos Mendoza Sparks Yankees' Showdown as They Aim for Victory in Next Game of NLDS
The Mets might go after one of the biggest managerial names if another lackluster season occurs.
Mets predicted fire Carlos Mendoza for rival World Series champion, hottest managerial name originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The New York Mets had a rough ending to the 2025 season, going from the best team in all of baseball to one of the worst.
It was a painful finish—one that won’t be forgotten anytime soon by Mets fans. “The New York Mets, losers of six straight, are down 6-0 and facing Jacob deGrom. Since starting 45-24 and owning the best record in MLB, the Mets are 31-47, better than only the Rockies, Twins and Nationals.
This isn't a collapse. It's a disintegration,” ESPN’s Jeff Passan posted. The Mets had a quiet start to the offseason, watching Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz sign with other teams.
Finally, the organization broke through by trading for Milwaukee Brewers ace Freddy Peralta. “The New York Mets' winterlong pursuit of a front-line starting pitcher ended late Wednesday when they acquired All-Star Freddy Peralta, as well as fellow right-hander Tobias Myers, from the Milwaukee Brewers for Brandon Sproat and Jett Williams, two of their top prospects,” ESPN’s Jorge Castillo wrote. Still, the Mets may not have a strong season in 2026 if Carlos Mendoza struggles.