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The Mets kicked off the Andy Green era with a 2-1 loss to the Phillies on Pride Night at Citi Field. Zach Thornton had a really impressive second major leagues start, pitching six innings of one-run ball, but the offense couldn’t do much against old friend Zack Wheeler. New York has now lost seven in a row and dropped to 34-48 on the year.
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The day began with that the news that the Mets were firing Carlos Mendoza.
The Mets revealed
that Andy Green would serve as interim manager for the duration of the season.
Mendoza shared a statement following his dismissal.
Steve Cohen shared his own statement on Mendoza following his firing and says the fans deserve better than what the team is giving them.
David Stearns and Andy Green addressed the media before the game.
Green referred to the move as his ‘responsibility’ but will return to the front office following the 2026 campaign.
Bridget Reilly offered an introduction to Green, for those Mets fans who may not be familiar.
Green already had a positive review before his first game at the helm.
Greg Prince wrote about how Mendoza’s menschiness did not save him in the end.
With Mendoza gone, David Stearns is on deck for accountability, explains Laura Albanese.
While Mendoza took the fall for the team’s play, the real indictment is on Stearns, argued Ken Rosenthal.
David Lennon wrote that firing Mendoza won’t fix Stearns’ mess.
Joel Sherman, in a similar vein, said that, with Mendoza gone, there is no one left to shield Stearns from this disaster.
Stearns talked a lot about accountability, but now it’s time to back it up, writes Abbey Mastracco.
Spender Brod stated that the team currently has a $25 million Stearns dilemma.
Francisco Lindor called Mendoza a great man and said he feels like he failed him.
Lindor and Bo Bichette expressed regret and took responsibility for Mendoza getting let go given their recent play.
Ultimately, the players feel like they failed Mendoza.
Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal looked at some of the early candidates for the Mets’ managerial opening.
Laura Albanese also listed seven possible replacements for Mendoza next season.
Albert Pujols made it known that he’s interested in the Mets’ managerial opening.
Mark Feinsand isn’t convinced that the team firing Mendoza means they’re ready to become sellers.
Mike Francesa had some choice words for the Mets’ owner.
A segment of Mr. Met dancing behind Steve Gelbs while he talked about Mendoza’s firing during yesterday’s pregame show has gone viral for its awkwardness. And honestly, it was pretty funny to watch in real time.
Prior to the game, the team activated Tyrone Taylor and Zach Thornton and optioned Daniel Duarte and MJ Melendez to Triple-A.
In happier Mets news, the team has revealed their new service dog in training, Howie, and people are obsessed.
Infielder Nicky Lucky got a call from his Indy Ball manager alerting him that the Mets were signing him to join their Double-A affiliate.
Around the National League East
Derek Hill made a jaw-dropping catch to rob Soto of a homer, and he stunned his teammates in the process.
The Braves have placed reliever Robert Suarez on the IL with right forearm tightness.
The Marlins will be giving Jonah the dog his dream day at loanDepot park on July 12.
The Nationals fell 3-1 to the Orioles for their fourth straight defeat.
The Braves won their game against the Giants 3-1.
The Marlins blanked the Cardinals 4-0.
Around Major League Baseball
Thomas Harrigan explored whether some big names will end up on the trade block this year.
The Angels dismissed GM Perry Minasian and announced that John Mozeliak has been brought in as a consultant.
The Tigers blanked the Astros 8-0.
The Reds picked up two runs in the eighth to skate past the Pirates 6-4. In the loss, Konor Griffin hit a 435 foot, 108.9 mph home run in his first at-bat off the IL.
The Rays topped the Diamondbacks 6-1. In the win, Junior Caminero strengthened his All-Star case with his 20th home run of the season, and his fourth in two games.
Benches cleared in last night’s Red Sox vs. Yankees game after Will Warren buzzed Willson Contreras, and warnings were issued following the scuffle. The Red Sox got the last laugh, topping the long-time rival Yankees 6-1.
The Mariners clipped the Guardians 3-1.
The Rangers outlasted the Blue Jays 5-4.
The White Sox put up 10 in the third inning and roasted the Royals 22-1.
The Brewers beat the Cubs 6-2. In the game, Jacob Misiorowski fired a pitch to Pete Crow-Armstrong that registered at 105.5 mph.
The Twins walked off the Rockies 9-8.
The Athletics defeated the Angels 9-3.
The Padres beat up the Dodgers 7-1. Walker Buehler, who tormented San Diego for years as a member of the Dodgers, enjoyed the chance to return the favor to his old club.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
I introduced you to Andy Green, the team’s interim manager.
I previewed the team’s series against the Phillies.
On the latest episode of Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World Series, Chris McShane and Brian Salvatore discussed the team moving on from David Peterson and other things going on around the team.
Joe Sokolowski brought us the latest edition of This Week in Mets Quotes.
This Date in Mets History
The Mets signed a 17-year-old Ed Kranepool on this date in 1962.
