The New York Mets have chosen Carlos Mendoza as their new manager, filling the vacancy left since Terry Collins’ resignation in 2017. This decision comes after a rotating door of six managers within seven years, resulting in a noticeable lack of consistency within the team. The announcement of Mendoza as the new manager snaps the chain of instability. Mendoza boasts a substantial background with the Yankees, having served in multiple roles over a 15-year span and showing his versatility within the game. Most recently, he worked as Yankees’ bench coach from 2020-23, demonstrating his capability in a leadership role.

Carlos Mendoza becomes the third manager under the ownership of Steve Cohen, who took control of the Mets at the end of 2020. While this move is a surprising one, it may prove to be the shake-up that the Mets require, as they look to improve their performance and stability on the baseball field. This appointment makes Mendoza the 24th manager in Mets franchise history. As the dugout vacancy is filled, the hope for the Mets is that the era of Mendoza ushers in the consistency and longevity the team has been craving.