Carlos Mendoza is under growing pressure as the New York Mets endure a brutal early-season collapse that has quickly shifted the tone around the franchise. The team is currently mired in a 12-game losing streak, the longest active skid in Major League Baseball, and has stumbled to a 7-16 record.
What began with optimism surrounding a talented roster has instead turned into a stretch defined by missed opportunities, inconsistent pitching, and an offense struggling to produce when it matters most. In a city like New York, where expectations rarely wait for patience to catch up, the early season downturn has amplified scrutiny on both the clubhouse and the manager’s leadership.
Despite the difficult run, those close to Mendoza say he has remained composed and focused on stabilizing the team rather than reacting to outside noise. Much of that steadiness has come from leaning on a small but trusted network of baseball minds who understand the pressures of managing in a high-profile market.
As losses continue to pile up, those relationships have become increasingly important in helping him maintain perspective during a stretch that has tested both confidence and resilience.
Support from around the league offers Mendoza a lifeline
One of the most notable voices offering support has been New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone, who recently spoke about his relationship with Mendoza on Foul Territory TV.
Boone described the Mets manager as someone he has built a close professional friendship with over time, noting that they are part of a small group of managers who stay in regular contact throughout the season.
According to Boone, their conversations typically happen every few weeks, often centered on checking in rather than discussing strategy or competition.
“Mendy and I are really close, so we’re usually in contact,” Boone said. “There’s probably four or five managers that I keep in regular contact with and we check in with each other… I would put Carlos in that category.
“Typically, we talk every few weeks. I talked to him a few days ago just to check in and be supportive. They’re obviously going through it, and I can understand that, especially in New York. It’s a challenging time for them.”
Beyond the support from across town, Mets owner Steve Cohen has also attempted to steady the environment internally. Reports from MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo indicate that Cohen has sent a series of reassuring text messages to Mendoza throughout the losing streak.
While public scrutiny has increased and speculation has followed the team’s slide, Cohen‘s communication has been framed as supportive rather than critical. The organization continues to project confidence that the roster is capable of reversing course for now, even as urgency builds with each passing loss.
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