In a sudden and stunning development, New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza has officially stepped down, according to sources confirmed by ESPN just minutes ago. The move comes amid what insiders are calling a “significant internal error” that has rocked the Mets’ front office and blindsided players and staff alike.
The Mets organization released a short statement shortly after 2:00 PM ET:
“Carlos Mendoza has resigned from his position as manager of the New York Mets, effective immediately. We thank him for his leadership and service to the organization and wish him the best moving forward.”
No further comment was made, and questions were left unanswered as reporters gathered outside Citi Field, where a scheduled team workout was abruptly canceled.
Behind Closed Doors: What Went Wrong?
While details are scarce, early reports suggest the resignation is not performance-based but rather linked to a “procedural and administrative oversight” tied to roster management or internal team compliance.
Multiple sources have hinted that the issue may involve unauthorized player transactions, miscommunication with league officials, or an alleged breach of protocol regarding player health disclosures.
“Let’s just say it wasn’t something that could be swept under the rug,” one source close to the team told ESPN. “This wasn’t a mutual parting — this was urgent.”
A Season Disrupted
Carlos Mendoza, who took over managerial duties in 2024 after serving as a long-time bench coach for the Yankees, was widely seen as a stabilizing force for the Mets after several turbulent seasons. Though the team underperformed early in the 2025 campaign, there were signs of progress in player development and clubhouse chemistry.
Now, that momentum is suddenly in jeopardy.
Front Office Fallout
The timing of the resignation couldn’t be worse for the Mets, who are in the midst of critical offseason planning and preparing for a major roster overhaul ahead of the 2026 season. Questions now swirl not only around who will replace Mendoza but whether other members of the front office could be implicated.
“This could extend beyond just Mendoza,” said one league executive. “Depending on what the league finds, this might just be the beginning.”
What’s Next?
Bench coach Eric Chavez is expected to serve as interim manager while the front office regroups and begins its search for a full-time replacement.
Mets General Manager David Stearns is scheduled to speak with the media later this evening.
Until then, fans and analysts are left with a cascade of unanswered questions:
- What exactly happened behind closed doors?
- Will MLB conduct its own investigation?
- And how will this impact the Mets’ already fragile rebuilding plans?
“Chaos in Queens,” wrote one fan on X.
“Only the Mets,” replied another.
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