Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Jesse Winker (illness) is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks and right-hander Merrill Kelly, according to MLB.com. The 29-year-old is having a decent season thus far over eight games, slashing .308/.387/.385 with four runs and seven RBI. Instead, it will be Mike Brosseau taking his spot in the lineup, batting ninth and playing third base. The infielder is batting .200 with no home runs across three games, and over his career, owns just a .206 average and .648 OPS against righties, so he's probably better off on the waiver wire.

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jesse Winker is serving as the designated hitter and is batting second in the lineup on Opening Day on Thursday against the Chicago Cubs and right-hander Marcus Stroman. Christian Yelich is hitting in the leadoff spot for Milwaukee to kick off the 2023 season. Winker was mostly hurt in a disappointing season in 2022 with the Seattle Mariners, but he could bounce back in a nice situation for the Brew Crew. Shortstop Willy Adames is hitting third, with Rowdy Tellez in the cleanup spot. The 29-year-old left-handed-hitting Winker struggled in spring training by hitting .200 (5-for-25) with two doubles and one RBI, but he walked six times and struck out only three times in 10 Cactus League games.

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jesse Winker (knee, spine) said Tuesday that he is "feeling strong" and "healthy" entering the 2023 season, per MLB.com's Adam McCalvy. This is encouraging, as Winker went through two offseason surgeries, one to repair the meniscus in his left knee and one to replace a disc in his spine. The 29-year-old said that he will defer to the medical staff as to when he can start participating in spring training, but the goal is to be ready for Opening Day. Despite dealing with injuries throughout his career and a disappointing 2022 season, Winker flashed his fantasy potential in 2021, when he hit 24 home runs in 485 plate appearances. Currently being drafted at pick 279, Winker could be a fantasy steal if he can stay on the field this season.

The Milwaukee Brewers acquired outfielder Jesse Winker and third baseman Abraham Toro from the Seattle Mariners on Friday in exchange for second baseman Kolten Wong, according to sources. Winker will help replace Hunter Renfroe, who was shipped to the Los Angeles Angels recently. The 29-year-old left-handed slugger ended his season early in 2022 and needed knee and neck surgeries. He struggled after being a first-time All-Star in 2021 with the Cincinnati Reds, slashing .219/.344/.688 with 14 home runs, 53 RBI and 51 runs scored in 136 games for the M's. With better health and in a hitter-friendly environment, Winker could bounce back in his new digs. Toro also struggled offensively by hitting .185/.239/.324 with 10 home runs and 35 RBI in a career-high 109 games in Seattle. He could be competing with youngster Brice Turang for a starting job in Milwaukee in 2023.

According to a tweet from MLB Network's Jon Morosi on Tuesday, the Seattle Mariners are reportedly "willing to move Jesse Winker." Morosi tweeted: "#Mariners have discussed trade possibilities with multiple teams in recent days. Sources say they are willing to move Jesse Winker and either Chris Flexen or Marco Gonzalez. To this point, they are not including Winker and a starter in the same trade proposal. @MLBNetwork @MLB." Acquired by Seattle in a trade with the Cincinnati Reds last offseason, Winker hit .219 with a .344 on-base percentage in 547 plate appearances in his first season in the Pacific Northwest. He also added 14 home runs in those 547 plate appearances. In addition to Winker, Seattle's other outfield options on the 40-man roster include Julio Rodriguez, Sam Haggerty, Taylor Trammell, Jarred Kelenic, Kyle Lewis, ... [More]

Seattle Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto said that outfielder Jesse Winker (knee, neck) underwent surgery on his knee last week and is also scheduled to have surgery on his neck. Winker's 2022 season ended early right as the playoffs began in early October, and he was also apparently dealing with a knee injury that required him to go under the knife. The 29-year-old left-handed slugger was a first-time All-Star with the Cincinnati Reds in 2021, but he disappointed in his first year in Seattle by hitting just .219/.344/.344 with 14 home runs, 53 RBI and 51 runs scored in 547 plate appearances and 136 games. He should enter spring training in 2023 as the projected starter in left field, but he'll have to play much better to avoid becoming a platoon or bench option for the M's.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (neck) was placed on the 10-day injured list and is unlikely to return for the postseason. He had an MRI on Wednesday morning and is dealing with a neck issue. The 29-year-old was a late scratch from the lineup on Monday and hasn't played since October 2. Winker struggled in 2022, slashing .219/.344/.344 slash line to go with 14 home runs, 53 RBI, and 51 runs in 136 games. Dylan Moore and Jarred Kelenic are expected to see more playing time while Winker is sidelined.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (neck) was placed on the injured list on Wednesday and he's likely done for the entire postseason after undergoing an MRI exam in the morning. It's a disappointing way for the 29-year-old left-handed slugger to end his first season with the Mariners. Winker finishes the 2022 campaign with a .219/.344/.344 slash line with 14 home runs, 53 RBI and 51 runs scored in 136 games after his first All-Star season with the Cincinnati Reds in 2021. The good news for the M's is that outfielders Jarred Kelenic and Dylan Moore checked out OK after getting hit by pitches in Tuesday's game. Both Kelenic and Moore should see more playing time heading into the team's wild-card series this weekend against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais said that outfielder Jesse Winker (neck) was scratched from the lineup on Monday against the Detroit Tigers with a neck issue. Winker came in before the game on Monday and said he wouldn't be able to play. It remains to be seen if he'll be able to return to the starting lineup on Tuesday for the team's doubleheader, but the Mariners probably won't push him so that they can have him ready to go for the start of the postseason this weekend in the wild-card series. Sam Haggerty (groin) suffered a potentially serious injury on Monday night as well, so Dylan Moore and Jarred Kelenic could see more playing time for the team's final three regular season games this week.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (wrist) is back in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Texas Rangers and right-hander Jon Gray, serving as the designated hitter and batting sixth. Winker will return to action after missing the last two games due to a bruise left wrist. He's really struggled in the month of September, going 8-for-45 (.178) with no homers, two RBI and 13 strikeouts in his 17 games. The 29-year-old left-handed hitter has a .219/.343/.340 slash line with 13 home runs, 50 RBI and 48 runs scored on the season in 447 at-bats in his first year in Seattle after he made the All-Star team for the first time with the Cincinnati Reds in 2021.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (wrist) remains out of the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers. It will be his second straight game starting on the bench after he suffered a left wrist bruise from being hit by a pitch in Sunday's game. The 29-year-old left-handed slugger remains day-to-day for now. It's been a tough year for Winker in his first season in Seattle, as he's hitting just .219/.343/.340 with 13 home runs, 50 RBI and 48 runs scored in 133 games after hitting a career-high 24 homers in his final season in Cincinnati in 2021. Sam Haggerty is in left field and is hitting sixth in the batting order on Wednesday against Rangers left-hander Martin Perez. In 69 plate appearances against lefties in 2022, Haggerty has gone 23-for-60 (.383) with four of his five home runs on the season.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (wrist) underwent X-rays on his injured wrist Sunday, which came back negative. He was hit by a pitch during the fifth inning and was removed from Sunday's contest. The 29-year-old sustained a bruised wrist and is day-to-day. Winker has had modest results in 2022, slashing .219/.343/.340 with 13 home runs, 50 RBI and 48 runs scored across 536 plate appearances in 2022. The Mariners are off on Monday. Winker's next chance to return to the lineup will be Tuesday against the Texas Rangers.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (back) will return to the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Texas Rangers. He exited early on Monday due to back spasms and ended up missing the rest of the series. It looks like Winker is well rested and ready to get back on the field. He'll bat cleanup and play left field against right-hander Josh Sborz on Friday. On paper, this is a favorable spot for Winker against the Rangers' shaky bullpen. Fantasy managers need to double check and make sure Winker is back in their lineups for Friday.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (back) exited Monday's game against the Yankees in the fifth inning with an apparent back injury, per MLB's Daniel Kramer. Winker pointed to his back and walked off the field during a pitching change in the top of the inning and was replaced by Jake Lamb. Hopefully, this won't be a serious injury, as Winker has started off August very hot at the plate. That being said, he has dealt with a host of injuries over the course of his career. Fantasy managers should look for more news after the game.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker provided all of the team's offense Sunday, hitting a game-tying two-run home run in the eighth inning off Houston Astros relief pitcher Ryne Stanek, though the Astros eventually prevailed 3-2. It was Winker's ninth home run of the year and his only hit in four at-bats. Winker has a hit in each of his last three games, but he had not homered since going deep in each end of a doubleheader on July 13. Fantasy managers and Seattle fans will hope this kickstarts Winker's power numbers.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (ankle) is being held out of Monday's matchup against the Texas Rangers. He sprained his ankle during Sunday's game and was forced to be removed from the contest, so it's no surprise that he's out of the lineup on the following day. In his absence, Adam Frazier is shifting over to left field while Abraham Toro will cover the keystone. It's been a disappointing first season in Seattle thus far for Winker. Over 88 games, he's slashed .229/.336/.346 with eight home runs, 35 RBI and 28 runs.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker (ankle) left the game early on Sunday against the Houston Astros with a right ankle sprain. However, manager Scott Servais is optimistic that Winker's injury isn't a serious one, so he's being considered day-to-day for now. Winker went 1-for-2 in the game before departing and is now hitting .229/.336/.346 with eight home runs, 35 RBI and 28 runs scored in 369 plate appearances this season. Fantasy managers shouldn't be shocked if the 28-year-old left-handed hitter is not in the team's starting lineup on Monday for their series opener against the Texas Rangers.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker is beginning his six-game suspension on Monday against the San Diego Padres with shortstop J.P. Crawford returning from his four-game suspension. Winker was handed a six-game suspension by Major League Baseball for his involvement in a benches-clearing brawl with the Los Angeles Angels on June 26. The 28-year-old has hit just .226/.341/.337 with six home runs, 33 RBI and 26 runs scored in his first year in Seattle after being acquired in a trade with the Cincinnati Reds. Dylan Moore and Justin Upton could share playing time in left field while Winker serves his suspension. Moore is starting in left and batting eighth on Monday against Padres left-hander Sean Manaea.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker received a seven-game suspension on Monday for his role in a bench-clearing brawl on Sunday. Winker was hit on the hip by an Andrew Wantz pitch after Wantz had thrown a ball near the head of star rookie Julio Rodriguez earlier in the game. The incensed Winker then made his way toward the Angels' bench, sparking both benches and bullpens to clear. The Seattle outfielder was hit with a full-week suspension by MLB, although he has appealed it and is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. Winker is hitting .230 with six homers, 24 runs, and 30 RBI across 72 games played in 2022.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker was one of six players that was ejected during Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. The two team exchanged words after a pitch sailed past the head of Mike Trout on Saturday. Both sides argued on the field, but no punches were thrown. Then, Winker was drilled by a pitch from Andrew Wantz in the second inning during Sunday's contest. Both benches emptied and actual punches were thrown. In the end, Winker, Wantz, Julio Rodriguez, J.P. Crawford, Scott Servais, Phil Nevin, Raisel Iglesias and Ryan Tepera were all ejected from the contest. It wouldn't be shocking to see discipline handed down for those that threw punches. Fantasy managers who roster any of these players should keep an eye out for another update.