The last 3 free agent depth additions the Mets should look into

3) Jesse Winker

Hello, old friend. Jesse Winker happens to be another member of the 2023 Brewers for the Mets to consider. This is merely a coincidence. Stearns had already stepped down by the time Milwaukee brought him in.

Getting it out of the way first, Winker only makes sense for the Mets on a minor league deal. A Buffalo native, he’d be closer to home in Syracuse where he could ride out a part of the season until he proves he is worthy of a major league roster spot.

It’s hard to believe Winker has fallen on such hard times to the point where a minor league deal is even possible. His .199/.320/.247 performance with just a single home run in 197 trips to the plate last year seems to suggest he won’t have too many teams clearing out a roster spot for him.

Winker is much more of a DH at this point, but can play left field if needed. Also a lefty swinger, he’s one of the ultimate rebound candidates available in free agency this offseason. He was an All-Star in 2021 during a remarkably productive final year with the Cincinnati Reds. Considering both some questions in the outfield and at the DH spot for the Mets, he’s a worthwhile consideration.

Plus, with his history with Mets fans, it would be a fun little turn if he ended up helping them out in 2024.