QUEENS, NY — Jesse Winker is no stranger to interacting with New York Mets fans or with his new teammates.
Jun 16, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder Jesse Winker swings at a pitch during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-USA TODAY Sports Jesse Winker is no stranger to interacting with New York Mets fans or with his new teammates.
As he spoke, in walked slugger Pete Alonso, who emphatically pumped his fist at the sight of Winker in the clubhouse. Veteran designated hitter JD Martinez was not far behind, all smiles, waving like a Little Leaguer trying to hail down the ice cream truck. “It was just fun,” Winker recalled. “I think my first couple of full seasons I was maybe a little on the immature side and I had some fun. This is a passionate fan base and I’m excited to play hard for them.”
Winker’s .374 on-base percentage this year also ranks fourth among all left-fielders in Major League Baseball this season, providing a significant upgrade compared to the struggling DJ Stewart. The left-handed reserve outfielder was batting .172 with a .624 OPS, five home runs, and 19 RBI in 151 at-bats this season.
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