The last Big money manager the Mets had was Bobby V and it got you a World Series appearance.
Manuel and Randolph never had control of the team because the Players had the front office's ear and were allowed to ignore the chain of command.
Sandy Alderson is the man who discovered Art Howe, and that is exactly the type of manager he wants.
The second backman interview is window dressing.
It's to appease the fans and show Jeff Wilpon that Wally got a fair shake.
In the coming days you will see articles leaking how Wally's not ready yet but the Mets think he has what it takes in the future