Mets Stick With Mendoza Despite Poor Start

General Manager David Stearns addressed concerns about Mendoza's job security on Friday, stating "We know our record is not what we want, and we know we are capable of more. We don't view this as a manager problem, and we don't intend to make a change." milkshake.it.com

The announcement puts pressure squarely on the players, who have underperformed despite Stearns' ambitious offseason moves. The team's 0-88 record when trailing after eight innings raises questions about preparation and resilience, though Mendoza himself has faced criticism for in-game decisions during his managerial tenure.