Framing Analysis
The New York Mets dismissed manager Carlos Mendoza following a 34-47 record and six-game losing streak. President of baseball operations David Stearns had overhauled the roster after the 2025 season by allowing Pete Alonso to depart, trading Jeff McNeil and Brandon Nimmo, and acquiring Jorge Polanco, Luis Robert Jr., and Bo Bichette. The team missed the postseason on the final day of the 2025 season and was swept by the Chicago Cubs.