Mets eyeing Alex Cora for manager role, Green a fallback option
Jon Heyman reports the Mets' preferred managerial target is Alex Cora, with current skipper Carlos Mendoza's status uncertain and Dillon Green as a contingency.
Jon Heyman reports the New York Mets are pursuing Alex Cora as their next manager. If Cora is unavailable or unwilling, the team would look to retain their current option in Dillon Green. Heyman notes that neither outcome is considered especially likely at this stage. The report is speculative and based on Heyman's read of the situation rather than confirmed team statements.
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