In an exclusive interview with the New York Post, former New York Mets general manager Sandy Alderson discussed his strained relationship with current general manager Billy Eppler. Alderson admitted that he did not have a good relationship with Eppler, but denied any involvement in the Mets’ phantom injured list scandal that Eppler’s name was linked to.
Alderson was brought in as the Mets’ president in 2018 and was responsible for hiring Eppler as the team’s general manager in 2021. However, the two reportedly did not see eye to eye during their time working together. Despite their rocky relationship, Alderson maintained that he did not have any involvement in the scandal that saw Eppler’s name brought up in connection with placing players on the injured list without legitimate injuries.
The scandal, which was revealed earlier this year, raised questions about the integrity of the Mets’ front office and the team’s tactics for managing player injuries. Eppler was put under scrutiny for his role in the scandal, which led to speculation that he may have been betrayed by a colleague in the organization.
In the interview, Alderson made it clear that while he did not have a good relationship with Eppler, he did not participate in any efforts to undermine or betray him. He also expressed his disappointment in the situation and emphasized the importance of honesty and integrity in professional sports.
As the Mets continue to rebuild and restructure their front office, Alderson’s comments shed light on the challenges and complexities of working in a high-pressure, competitive environment like Major League Baseball. Despite the controversy surrounding the phantom injured list scandal, Alderson’s commitment to transparency and accountability remains unwavering.
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