Andy Green Signs Three-Year Deal as Mets Manager After Initially Declining the Job

Andy Green has signed a three-year contract to become the Mets' full-time manager after initially saying he did not want the permanent role due to family commitments. Green took over on an interim basis when Carlos Mendoza was fired in late June and was originally seen as a placeholder. An insider says the compensation and a changing roster helped shift Green's thinking, with the team playing better under his watch even against playoff contenders. Green has drawn praise from Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto for his media handling and clubhouse tone, challenging underperforming players while remaining supportive.