The Philadelphia Phillies hire former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza for a coaching role, adding him to their staff as third base coach and infield coach, multiple outlets report. The move brings Mendoza back to the National League East after his departure from the New York Mets.
Reports also describe the context of Mendoza’s Mets exit, noting that he is coming off a firing from New York. The Athletic adds additional detail about what the Phillies expect to improve, citing the team’s recent defensive performance and positioning Mendoza to work with the infield and the club’s overall approach on the field. Other outlets primarily focus on the reassignment and the fact that Mendoza is joining a division rival.
Across coverage, there is agreement on Mendoza’s new job title with Philadelphia and that the appointment follows his time with the Mets. No outlet disputes the basic outline of the hiring or his assignment responsibilities.
