New York Mets outfielder Jesse Winker is reportedly staying with the team, per multiple reports.
The 31-year-old left fielder re-signed with New York on a one-year deal, pending a physical. The contract is reportedly worth $8 million, plus potential bonuses that could give Winker up to $9 million.
Last year, Winker joined the Mets midseason after being traded by the Washington Nationals in July. He finished the season with a .253 average, picking up 14 home runs and 14 stolen bases, but he really found his groove in the postseason.
Winker batted .318 with a 1.168 OPS during the Mets’ playoff run, recording seven runs, one home run and four RBI in 10 games. The Mets ultimately lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the eventual champions, in the NLCS.
The Mets have had a busy offseason already, signing superstar outfielder Juan Soto to a record-breaking contract that will keep him in Queens long-term and rebuilding the starting rotation. The team’s possible remaining task is re-signing first baseman Pete Alonso, a four-time All-Star who is one of the top free agents this offseason.
With Alonso receiving significant interest from other teams, re-signing Winker might be a signal that the Mets aren’t expecting the first baseman to return. If that’s the case, it makes sense that New York will turn to other options to fill out its lineup.
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