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sports1 month ago•8 min saved

Mets' Mendoza Enters Lame-Duck Year as 2027 Option Remains Unexercised

Carlos Mendoza heads into the Mets' 2026 season in the final guaranteed year of his contract, with no 2027 club option exercised, placing him among a small group of managers without a guaranteed next year. The piece analyzes why teams avoid or embrace lame-duck holdups, notes Mendoza’s disappointing past season and staff turnover, and discusses how high-pressure markets like New York tend to scrutinize such contract status. While the Mets say daily work won’t change, the option decision invites extra scrutiny as they assess Mendoza’s future.

via The New York Times|

#carlos-mendoza #contract #lame-duck

politics1 year ago•12 min saved

The Least Impressive Duck

The article discusses the perceived ineffectiveness of President Joe Biden during his lame-duck period, highlighting his lack of influence and leadership as his presidency winds down. It contrasts Biden's situation with past presidents, noting his unique combination of political and physical weaknesses. The article also touches on the geopolitical shifts following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria and the resurgence of Donald Trump, who is set to return to power, marking a significant shift in U.S. governance and international relations.

via The Dispatch|

#biden #lame-duck #middle-east

politics2 years ago•9 min saved

"Will Portland's Outgoing Mayor Ted Wheeler Embrace a New Leadership Approach?"

Outgoing Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler, who has decided not to run for a third term, now has the opportunity to lead the city without the political pressure of a reelection campaign. Wheeler aims to focus on guiding the city through its transition to a new form of government and seeing through initiatives to address homelessness, trash, and public safety. Many Portlanders hope he will use his remaining 15 months in office to make a positive impact and leave on a high note. However, the effectiveness of his leadership may be hampered by political dynamics and divisions among City Council members who are running for reelection.

via Oregon Public Broadcasting|

#city-government #lame-duck #mayor