ARLINGTON, Texas -- The Mets on Tuesday named Andy Green their full-time manager, removing his interim tag and signing him to a three-year contract.
“Andy has connected with and pushed our players to perform, despite the disappointment of the season,” Mets owners Steve and Alex Cohen said in a statement. “Over the last several months he has brought discipline, accountability and positivity to the clubhouse, attributes we were seeking in our next manager."
Green, 49, led the Mets to a 37-38 record as interim manager, after taking over from Carlos Mendoza in late June. The Mets are 31-28 since the All-Star break, entering Tuesday night's game against the Rangers.
“When I accepted the interim role, I didn’t anticipate it becoming permanent, but the more time I spent with our players and staff, the clearer it became that this is where my passion and experience could make the greatest impact," Green said in a statement.