Carlos Mendoza has already managed Bo Bichette’s brother

For weeks, the New York Mets had been talking to Bo Bichette, who was a free agent at the time. To attract his attention, all techniques were good, including Marcus Semien's presence in town.

But, of course, without the money on his table, he wouldn't have signed a contract.

Another aspect that undoubtedly helped the player make his decision was the fact that manager Carlos Mendoza once managed his brother, Dante Bichette Jr. Remember that Bichette Jr. was a first-round pick of the Yankees in 2011 and that Mendoza cut his teeth in that organization.

When he was Dante Jr.'s manager in the minors, he got to know the family – and Bo. According to Mendoza, the young man still has the same competitive spirit he had when he was very young.

Yes, Bichette will have to learn to play defensively, but it's clear that when it comes to batting, Mendoza must be happy to have a guy in his lineup who's hard to strike out.

He made no secret of it at the press conference to introduce Bichette.

“His ability to use the whole field – being a tough out with two strikes.”

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza on Bo Bichette pic.twitter.com/i4GlF7g0mW

– New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) January 21, 2026

I can't wait to see if Bichette will be able to handle the pressure in New York well. After all, it's an important aspect that will determine whether her stay in the Big Apple is a success or not.

Mendoza must be looking forward to using his new weapon, in any case, considering the fact that he's going to need all the resources he can get to make the Mets, a good club, one that will play above its head and be able to contend for the World Series.

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