Jesse Winker, who signed a one-year deal to return to the Mets, discussed the possibility of getting time at first base this season.

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.

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

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that outfielder Jesse Winker and the Mets have agreed to a one-year contract, perhaps decreasing the chance first baseman Pete Alonso will remain with New York.

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 Montas, Clay Holmes, and A.J. Minter, with potential changes surrounding Pete Alonso's future.

The New York Mets are re-signing free-agent outfielder/designated hitter Jesse Winker to a one-year contract, per multiple reports Thursday.

Pete Alonso, his agent Scott Boras and the New York Mets remain at a stalemate in contract negotiations. Former GM and current analyst Jim Duquette reported la

NEW YORK — Jesse Winker and the Mets have agreed to a one-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday, perhaps a signal the team doesn’t expect to re-sign slugger Pete Alonso. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the agreement was subject to a successful physical.

Back with the New York Mets after signing a one-year deal, Jesse Winker is open to playing first base in 2025 should the situation arise. “I’m definitely comfortable,” Winker said during his Zoom availability on Wednesday.

Left-hander A.J. Minter and the New York Mets finalized a two-year contract on Thursday. Minter can opt out after the 2025 World Series and become a free agent again. The 31-year-old, coming off left hip surgery,

Curt Bishop is a freelance sports writer who graduated from Maryville University of St. Louis with a Bachelor of Arts degree in the field of Communication and currently writes as a contributor for various platforms covering Major League Baseball. Curt’s work includes covering trade and free agency predictions, as well as rumors and news.