WNY native Jesse Winker traded to Mets

NEW YORK (AP) — The resurgent New York Mets strengthened their lineup for a postseason run, obtaining outfielder Jesse Winker from the Washington Nationals for a minor league pitcher in a trade that was finalized Sunday.

Winker was born in Buffalo and lived in Niagara Falls until age 7 before his family moved to Florida. He was an All-Star for the Cincinnati Reds in 2021, and also has played for the Seattle Mariners and Milwaukee Brewers.

“I can’t say enough amazing things about this team,” Winker said of the Mets.