Veteran slugger Jesse Winker has re-signed with the New York Mets on a one-year, $7.5 million, deal for the upcoming season and shared his excitement with the move.

The Mets appear to have filled in a looming hole in their lineup, reportedly agreeing to a deal to bring back Jesse Winker as a designated hitter.

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,

Mets outfielder Jesse Winker met with the media on Wednesday after signing a one-year deal to return to the Mets, after his stint with the team in 2024. Winker highlighted his excitement on getting to play with Juan Soto,

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

About 15 minutes after the Winker news broke, SNY’s Andy Martino said the Mets are ready to pivot away from Alonso to “Plan B.”

Jesse Winker, 31, went from Citi Field pariah to Mets fan favorite after being acquired from Washington last July 28.

The New York Mets re-sign Jesse Winker for $9 Million, aiming for another shot at the World Series in 2025. The team also adds Juan Soto, Frankie Mont

Jesse Winker re-signed with the New York Mets for the 2025 MLB season with a $7.5 million contract. Expressing excitement about playing with superstar Juan Soto, Winker praised Soto's hitting skills and personality.

Mets stars Brandon Nimmo and Francisco Lindor took part in Amazin' Day at Citi Field on Saturday, and spoke with reporters about the team's two biggest offseason storylines: Pete Alonso's free agency and Juan Soto signing to play in Queens.

The New York Mets have multiple outfield options at their disposal. Juan Soto, Starling Marte, Brandon Nimmo, Jesse Winker, and

NL MVP finalist Francisco Lindor gave his best efforts to take the New York Mets into the postseason and then an underdog run to the NLCS, where it took the mighty Los Angeles Dodgers six games to eli