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Grading the Mets' 2026 season: Players, Andy Green, and the front office

Following a deeply frustrating campaign where the ballclub fell out of playoff contention before the calendar even reached June, evaluations for the New York Mets point to major front office struggles alongside promising signs for the future. Executive David Stearns absorbed an evaluation of failure due to early misfires with roster construction, though his trade deadline sell-off ultimately brought back well-regarded prospect returns and laid the groundwork for an emerging young core featuring Carson Benge, Nolan McLean, A.J.

Ewing, Christian Scott, and Zac Thornton. Meanwhile, interim skipper Andy Green took over a lost cause but steered the clubhouse through turbulent waters, notably navigating Pete Alonso's early September return to the ballpark and earning praise for motivating key youngsters before securing a permanent three-year contract.

Among those rising talents, rookie Carson Benge overcame early struggles against high velocity pitches to finish his debut campaign flashing elite defensive ability and receiving high praise from rival stars.

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