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New York Mets: Who will be the next manager?

By Lucas Friedman

NEW YORK, NY - MAY 20: Chief Operating Officer Jeff Wilpon and General Manager Brody Van Wagenen of the New York Mets, talk on the field during batting practice moments after Van Wagenen held a press conference before an MLB baseball game against the Washington Nationals on May 20, 2019 at Citi Field in the Queens borough of New York City. Mets won 5-3. (Photo by Paul Bereswill/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 20: Chief Operating Officer Jeff Wilpon and General Manager Brody Van Wagenen of the New York Mets, talk on the field during batting practice moments after Van Wagenen held a press conference before an MLB baseball game against the Washington Nationals on May 20, 2019 at Citi Field in the Queens borough of New York City. Mets won 5-3. (Photo by Paul Bereswill/Getty Images) /
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The New York Mets are in search of a new manager after firing Mickey Callaway following the 2019 season. Who are the top candidates to run the show in Queens?

In an expected move, the New York Mets have fired manager Mickey Callaway after two seasons. CEO Jeff Wilpon and GM Brodie Van Wagenen look to move on from Callaway and hopefully turn to a candidate who can elevate the Mets to the next level- the postseason.

While Callaway improved the Mets from 77-85 in 2018 to 86-76 in 2019, he failed to reach the postseason during his tenure. The Mets’ front office decided he was not the one they want to lead a talented Mets roster into the future.

Callaway had his fair share of issues during his time as the Mets skipper. He set the tone early in his tenure when he batted out of order in May 2018, which cost his team an out and perhaps led to a loss against the Reds. His struggles continued in 2019, as he failed to put it all together. His great starting pitchers struggled to live up to their potential, his bullpen was atrocious despite acquiring all-star closer Edwin Diaz, and his offense was inconsistent.

However, the talent on their roster is intriguing. Pete Alonso led the league in home runs and is a lock for the NL Rookie of the Year Award. Jacob DeGrom has a strong case to win his second consecutive NL Cy Young Award. The bullpen needs a heavy rebuild, but Diaz is still young and could be its anchor in the future.

Thus, the Mets managerial opening is very appealing to a wide array of candidates. This ranges from well respected, seasoned veterans to inexperienced, young minds. However, there is competition, with a total of eight teams looking for a new skipper this offseason. This includes the division-rival Phillies, Cubs, Angels, Padres, Royals, Giants, and Pirates.

Nonetheless, all eyes will be focused on the Mets managerial search. They have already begun interviewing candidates and doing background work on others. The rumors are flowing in, and it is likely we will see a hiring in the near future,

But for now, let’s take a look at who are the top candidates to become the next Mets manager.

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