Pat Murphy nearly became Mets manager after 2019 season

Joel Sherman weighs how Murphy's style fits New York.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 51m1 min read

ICYMI https://t.co/ASH67Xfhz6 Just how close did Pat Murphy come to being the Mets manager after 2019 (very), and though Via @Joelsherman1 on X

What happened: Following the 2019 campaign, Pat Murphy came very close to landing the managerial job in Queens, per Joel Sherman.

Why it matters: Whether Murphy's dugout approach would suit New York remains a point of comparison as the New York Mets navigate a 2026 offseason retool.

What to watch: New York faces upcoming offseason roster decisions, including addressing an open first-base job.

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