The Mets’ search for a new head of baseball operations is down to three known candidates.
On Monday, the Mets eliminated MLB executive Kim Ng and Tigers VP of player development Dave Littlefield from consideration, according to sources, leaving Doug Melvin, Brodie Van Wagenen and Chaim Bloom as the remaining known candidates for the job.
Final-round interviews are expected to begin Tuesday, with owner Fred Wilpon and COO Jeff Wilpon conducting the sessions.
The 66-year-old Melvin is considered the favorite for the job, based on his experience leading front offices for the Brewers and Rangers.
Van Wagenen, an agent who represents Jacob deGrom, Yoenis Cespedes and Tim Tebow, among others, is well-regarded for his smarts and knowledge of the game, but has never worked in baseball operations.