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 happy to be back with Mets, ‘definitely comfortable’ playing first base if needed
Winker, 31, said he expects to fill a “very similar” role to the one he played last year for the Mets, who alternated him between right field, left field and designated hitter after acquiring him in a late-July trade with the Washington Nationals.
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.
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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.
Mets Re-Sign Jesse Winker
The Mets and free agent outfielder Jesse Winker agreed to a reunion. Get more details on the move at MLB Trade Rumors.
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 ...
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 ...