Winker’s season-ending back problems remove a left-handed bat from the Mets’ lineup, trimming depth and impacting the mid-order options. His absence tightens the rotation of outfield fixtures and forces fantasy managers to pivot to other Mets contributors for counting stats.

Jesse Winker began a rehab assignment with the Mets but was shut down from baseball activities, likely ending his season. He’s coming off an injury-plagued year and escaped a strong Reds tenure where he posted a solid overall line, highlighting the contrast between what he can contribute when healthy and what the Mets hoped to get during a pivotal postseason push.

Winker’s oblique and back issues end his season after limited games and rehab stumbles. His absence leaves a missing left-handed DH bat, a gap the Mets have tried to fill with Young and other roster moves as they pace through late-season games.

Winker began rehab with St. Lucie as the Mets navigate roster timing with Nimmo and Siri returning to the lineup, contributing to the club’s late-season depth while the bullpen bears down in a tight race.

Jesse Winker is currently on the injured list due to back inflammation, leaving a gap in the Mets' lineup that Marte aims to help fill. Winker's absence has contributed to the team's challenges as they seek offensive stability.