Jesse Winker on why he wanted to return to Mets

Could Jesse Winker be a safety valve at first base? What he said about his Mets return
After playing a key role in the Mets' playoff push in 2024, Jesse Winker always wanted to make a Flushing reunion possible.
Jesse Winker Open to Playing First Base For The New York Mets
Last season's biggest offensive trade deadline acquisition, Jesse Winker, quickly went from former villain to fan favorite. Winker is now back with the New Yor
Jesse Winker open to time at first base to help Mets fill potential Pete Alonso void
Jesse Winker got to a Mets team in late July that had been hovering around .500 for most of the season. By the end of the year, the Mets came within two wins of the World Series. The 31-year-old Winker is back with the Mets on a one-year deal worth up to $9 million,
Jesse Winker Could See Time At First Base
According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, New York Mets outfielder Jesse Winker could see time at first base during the 2025 campaign. On a zoom conference, Winker expressed he is "capable" of playing first base when asked.
Jesse Winker talks Mets return, comfort level possibly playing first base
Jesse Winker, who signed a one-year deal to return to the Mets, discussed the possibility of getting time at first base this season.
Jesse Winker on why he wanted to return to the Mets
Jesse Winker discusses why he signed with the Mets, his great experience with the team in 2024, excitement to play with Juan Soto and more
Jesse Winker returns to Mets: Veteran outfielder heads back to Queens on $7.5 million contract, per report
The New York Mets and free-agent outfielder Jesse Winker have reached an agreement to reunite. Winker will make $7.5 million with the chance to reach $9 million with bonuses, according to the New York Post.
Mets and outfielder Jesse Winker agree to 1-year contract
NEW YORK — Jesse Winker and the Mets have agreed to a one-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday, perhaps a signal the team doesn’t expect to re-sign slugger Pete Alonso. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the agreement was subject to a successful physical.
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At first glance for Mets, Jesse Winker is no Pete Alonso
Pete Alonso’s name was never mentioned during the short Q&A portion, but Winker was asked about his willingness and ability to play first base as the Mets plan to open the season without Alonso, who remains a free agent with less than three weeks to go before spring training.
Jesse Winker happy to be back with Mets, ‘definitely comfortable’ playing first base if needed
Jesse Winker wanted to be back with the Mets. The eight-year MLB veteran made as much clear following last year’s three-month stint with the team, which included an improbable run to Game 6 of the NLCS.
Mets, Jesse Winker agree to one-year deal worth $7.5M, source confirms
Jesse Winker, 31, went from Citi Field pariah to Mets fan favorite after being acquired from Washington last July 28.
Jesse Winker shares excitement to play alongside 'amazing' Juan Soto
Jesse Winker re-signed with the New York Mets for the 2025 MLB season with a $7.5 million contract. Expressing excitement ...
Mets and outfielder Jesse Winker agree to 1-year contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that outfielder Jesse Winker and the Mets have agreed to a ...
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What a full year of a NY Mets DH platoon of Starling Marte, Jesse Winker looks like
The New York Mets DH plan at the moment hints at a platoon situation with Starling Marte and Jesse Winker. What would this ...
Jesse Winker talks Mets reunion with Gary Apple in SNY exclusive interview | Baseball Night in NY
SNY's Gary Apple chats with Mets outfielder Jesse Winker after signing a one-year deal to return to the Mets in 2025. They ...