Mets in Crisis: Players Back Mendoza, Fans Demand Change

0:00On April 21st, the New York Mets are in deep trouble right now. Dead last in the National League East, with a 7-win, 15-loss record and an injury. 11-game losing streak, that's got everyone talking. Fans and insiders are pushing hard for a big shake-up, starting with firing manager Carlos Mendoza after overseeing months of rough play. Critics point to his game calling as a real issue, like that head scratching choice and extra innings against the Cubs on Sunday, where he let there. Top hitter seal, a tough loss with a sacrifice fly. But here's the twist, players are standing by Mendoza publicly. Stars like Francisco Lindor are calling him fantastic and putting the blame square on the team for not executing, saying he's their guy through thick and thin. Lindor himself hasn't hit his usual stride this season, which might make him feel extra responsible or he could just be keeping it positive in front. Of the cameras, while whispering something else to the front office, either way, with the skid dragging on, expect moves from the brass any day now to try and turn this

1:03ship around before it's too late. That's your update from New York Met's News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey, with the story.