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Mets Brass Backs Mendoza Amid Slump
18 Apr
Summary
- Team president defends manager's job performance during eight-game losing streak.
- Executive notes clubhouse management and strategic bullpen usage.
- Confidence expressed in player turnaround and defensive improvements.
As of April 18, 2026, Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns publicly backed manager Carlos Mendoza amidst an eight-game losing streak. Stearns affirmed Mendoza's competence in managing the clubhouse and employing effective game strategies, particularly regarding bullpen matchups. Stearns acknowledged the team's offensive struggles, noting that a lack of hitting can make a team appear stagnant, but emphasized that the players are preparing well and playing hard.
Stearns also pointed to the team's defensive improvements since the offseason overhaul, stating that defense has not been a problem. He expressed belief in the roster's potential for a turnaround. Regarding star shortstop Francisco Lindor, Stearns addressed recent defensive and base-running lapses, attributing them to a temporary three-week stretch and expressing confidence that Lindor will soon return to his usual standard of play.
