Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Likely to Miss Rest of Season

This is a bummer for the former Red.

May 1, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets designated hitter Jesse Winker (3) hits a double against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the eighth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker was set to go on a rehab assignment with the New York Mets, but was shut down from baseball activities on Tuesday and will likely miss the rest of the season, according to Mike Puma of the New York Post.

Winker has battled injuries all season, slashing .229/.309/.400 with eight extra-base hits in just 26 games.

The 32-year-old spent five seasons with the Reds, slashing .288/.385/.504 with 66 home runs over 413 games.

The Mets are currently five games ahead of the Reds for the third and final National League Wild Card spot.

BREAKING

Jesse Winker has been shut down from baseball activities. His season is likely over, according to Carlos Mendoza.

H/T @NYPost_Mets pic.twitter.com/3zWOm9izqe

— SleeperMets (@SleeperMets) September 2, 2025

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