Mets fire leader J.J. Barea

The Guaynabo Mets fired leader José Juan Barea on Thursday and announced Josh King as their new technician. “A beloved figure of Puerto Rican basketball and former NBA champion, Barea impressed each game with his passion and love for the island,” declared the Mets co-owner, Paul Farrell. “JJ is and will always be a legend, not only for his achievements on the court, but for what it has meant for this team, the city, the league and all of Puerto …