The New York Mets announced on September 22 that Andy Green has been named the team’s permanent manager, signing him to a three-year contract through the 2026 season. The decision reverses an earlier plan to conduct a full external search for a permanent replacement following Carlos Mendoza’s dismissal on June 24.
Green, who previously served as the Mets’ senior vice president of player development, was initially installed as interim manager after Mendoza’s firing. At the time, team president of baseball operations David Stearns stated Green would return to his front-office role after the season while the Mets pursued a permanent hire. However, the organization later opted to remove the interim tag and commit to Green long-term.
In a joint statement, Mets owners Steve and Alex Cohen praised Green’s leadership, stating: “Andy has connected with and pushed our players to perform, despite the disappointment of the season. Over the last several months he has brought discipline, accountability and positivity to the clubhouse, attributes we were seeking in our next manager.”
Green, who turns 49 this month, acknowledged the unexpected nature of the promotion. “When I accepted the interim role, I didn’t anticipate it becoming permanent,” he said in a statement. “But the more time I spent with our players and staff, the clearer it became that this is where my passion and experience could make the greatest impact.”
Green’s previous managerial experience includes a four-year tenure with the San Diego Padres (2016–2019), where he compiled a 274-366 record and finished with a losing record each season. He left the role mid-season in 2019 before joining the Mets’ front office in part to spend more time with his three daughters. The Mets, who entered the season with MLB’s highest-paid roster, currently stand at 37-38 under Green, on pace to finish last in the National League East despite high preseason expectations.
The decision to bypass an external search and retain Green drew immediate reaction from fans and analysts. While the Mets’ ownership framed the move as a reflection of Green’s impact on player development and clubhouse culture, critics questioned the lack of a broader managerial search and pointed to Green’s prior losing record as a cause for concern.