Mets in Crisis, Stars Still Key | New York Mets News

The Mets are in freefall, 15.5 games behind the Braves, as a disastrous second half exposes deeper roster and leadership issues. Manager Carlos Mendoza is gone, but the real problems run deeper — from underperforming veterans like Kodai Senga to disappointing young stars like Brett Baty and Mark Vientos. Even Francisco Lindor, sidelined by injury, hasn’t lived up to expectations. Juan Soto has been the lone bright spot, but rumors of tension with Lindor sparked concern — until owner Steve Cohen shut it down, declaring both stars are locked in, chemistry is fine, and trade talk is nonsense. Cohen’s confidence is high: Soto and Lindor are the foundation of the Mets’ future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a45f768eb5a8a7f3