Jesse Winker is headed to the New York Mets.
The Mets struck a deal with the Washington Nationals to trade for the outfielder on Saturday night, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan.
BREAKING: The New York Mets are acquiring outfielder Jesse Winker in a trade with the Washington Nationals, sources tell ESPN.
After signing for $2M this winter, Winker has been excellent, hitting .253/.372/.417 while playing a solid left field.
The biggest Mets addition yet.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) July 28, 2024
Winker is in his first season with the Nationals this summer. The Mets will mark the fifth team he’s played for in the last four seasons.
It’s unclear what the Nationals will receive in return.
This post will be updated with more information shortly.
