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Stearns under added scrutiny after firing Mendoza as the last-place Mets look for a path forward
By MIKE FITZPATRICK, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
NEW YORK (AP) — Carlos Mendoza is out. Just like Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil. Last year's coaching staff, too. And maybe a few more quality players by the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Freddy Peralta? Clay Holmes? In the past eight months, president of baseball operations Davi...
Key takeaway Just like Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The upheaval in the New York Mets organization, led by president of baseball operations David Stearns, may seem distant from the Rio Grande Valley, but for local baseball enthusiasts, the team's struggles and roster shakeups can still resonate. In McAllen , where youth baseball and softball leagues thrive, the Mets' situation serves as a talking point for fans and a reminder that even at the professional level, teams constantly seek improvement. As the Mets approach the trade deadline, Valley residents who follow the team will be watching to see if Stearns' remodeling efforts pay off, potentially impacting the team's performance and fan interest locally. The Mets' loyal fan base in the McAllen area will be eager to see how the team's changes affect their chances of moving out of last place, and whether Stearns' strategy will ultimately lead to success on the field.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? NEW YORK (AP) — Carlos Mendoza is out. Just like Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil. Last year's coaching staff, too. And maybe a few more quality players by the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Freddy Peralta? Clay Holmes? In the past eight months, president of baseball operations Davi...
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