The good news: Andy Martino of SNY first reported that outfielder, and fan favorite, Jesse Winker was returning to the Mets on Tuesday. The New York Post’s Joel Sherman confirmed the news, adding that the deal was for 1-year, $7.5 million with bonuses that increase to $9 million.

The New York Mets brought back outfielder Jesse Winker on Thursday, and one insider shared how it pertains to their plans regarding first baseman Pete Alonso.

Time may be running out for Pete Alonso and the New York Mets to reach an agreement on a new contract. After six seasons in the major leagues, Alonso is a free

With time running out on negotiations between the Mets and first baseman Pete Alonso, another big-name slugger was floated as a possibility to occupy first in Queens.

The Mets have not added a first baseman to replace Pete Alonso yet, but have begun the process of moving on without him.

The Mets and longtime first baseman Pete Alonso have continued to negotiate on a potential reunion, with the sides "making progress on at least the structure of a proposed deal that's expected to be for three years and include at least one opt out,

With spring training a month away, reports indicate the New York Mets want slugging first baseman Pete Alonso to agree to a new contract or they will move on.

There are reportedly still ongoing conversations between the New York Mets and Pete Alonso, although the team is hoping for a relatively quick solution.

For free agents, spring training is something of a soft signing deadline. No one wants to be without a job when camp opens. Free agents want to know where they're playing, where they're going to live,