Mets Sign Reliever A.J. Minter To Two-Year Deal

 

Mets LHP A.J. Minter (Photo Credits to Roberto Carlo)

The New York Mets signed reliever LHP A.J. Minter to a two-year deal for $22 million that includes an opt-out after the 2025 season.

Minter had a solid 2024 season with a 2.62 ERA and 35 strikeouts in 34 1/3, but had his season end early due to a hip injury that required him to have surgery in August.

He will help the Mets have a solid left-hander out of the bullpen and they could still for more arms out of the pen.

Mets Re-sign Outfielder Jesse Winker

 

Mets Outfielder Jesse Winker (Photo Credits to Brad Penner-Imagn Images)

The New York Mets are re-signing outfielder Jesse Winker to a one-year $8 million contract.

Winker hit .243 with a .683 OPS in 44 games for the Mets after he was traded over from the Washington Nationals.

However, he hit well in the postseason with a .318 batting average (7-22) including two triples, one homer, four RBI and seven walks.

Winker brings power, a good eye as well as the ability to get on base and provide a lot energy.

He quickly became a fan favorite and will hope to follow up his postseason.

Winker will DH in place of Starling Marte who is aging as well as play the outfield.