Major League Baseball could see managerial and front office changes as the 2026 regular season winds down. Front office sources cite uncertainty over the next labor agreement, which may discourage owners from adding contracts when games are not being played.

New York Mets interim manager Andy Green has gone 35-34 after Carlos Mendoza was fired at the end of June. Organizational sources say Green will return to the front office, though the Mets could reward him with the vacant general manager role. Young players Carson Benge and Nolan Mc Lean have continued to develop. David Stearns, head of baseball operations, will conduct the search, with Steve Cohen having final say. Hall of Famers Carlos Beltran and Albert Pujols could be targets, while former Cubs manager David Ross remains a possibility. Green could be an important ally.

The Houston Astros parted ways with general manager Dana Brown last month after three seasons. Owner Jim Crane will largely make baseball decisions, advised by Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell. Manager Joe Espada is in the final year of his contract and is expected to manage his last season. New York Yankees bench coach Brad Ausmus has drawn speculation.

Seattle's playoff odds stand at 1.9%, raising the possibility of major front office change. Owner John Stanton is viewed as patient rather than reactionary. Jerry Dipoto has led baseball operations for 11 seasons, reaching the postseason twice and advancing to the American League Championship Series last fall. Dan Wilson's tenure as manager is expected to end barring a postseason run.