Hour 4: Winker's Return Short-Lived? Back Concerns

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata

BT and Sal are concerned about Jesse Winker. Winker reportedly left todays' game with "back tightness," which immediately raises flags given his recent oblique strain. The hosts discuss the Mets' reliance on Winker as a crucial lefty bat to protect Pete Alonso in the lineup, highlighting the team's precarious offensive depth and the limited room for error if Winker is out again, especially with other key players also dealing with injuries. While one host downplays the severity of "back tightness," the other emphasizes the broader impact on the Mets' lineup and their World Series aspirations.