Mets Transfer Jesse Winker to 60-Day IL Amid Slow Recovery

Jesse Winker has been transferred to the 60-day Injured List by the Mets, making him ineligible to return until September at the earliest. The veteran slugger, who has appeared in only 26 games this season, was placed on the IL in mid-July due to back inflammation. While he received an epidural, his recovery has been slower than anticipated, influencing the Mets' decision to seek a left-handed bat at the trade deadline.