Jesse Winker on why he wanted to return to Mets

Jesse Winker on his playoff cigar video, making more memorable Mets moments
Jesse Winker speaks about what the free agency process was like this offseason, Pete Alonso's contract negotiation, and his viral cigar moment from the 2024 playoffs.
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 on return to Mets, favorite 2024 memory
Jesse Winker discusses his time with the Mets in 2024, his return to the team this winter, his favorite memory from last year and more
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 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 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.
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.
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 ...
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 ...