Veteran outfielder Jesse Winker discussed his bittersweet experience of coming close to the World Series with the Mets. He emphasized the importance of that moment, noting how athletes respect the opportunity to compete at such a high level. Winker highlighted the hunger within the team to achieve success, while recognizing that they cannot fixate on October so early in the season. Additionally, he fondly described the vibrant atmosphere of New York in October, expressing his excitement for playing in front of passionate fans who are integral to the team's journey.
Obviously, the loss hurts, right? You reflect on it eventually, but initially, you're just like, "Damn, you're so close, we were two wins away from being in the World Series." As a professional athlete, you respect that moment and that platform and that opportunity, because it doesn't just happen all the time, right?
So what do you visualize about New York in October? I saw it firsthand last year! It puts a smile on your face. It's a special place, it's a special city.
I don't even know if there's a word to describe it. It'll give you goosebumps. I talk about it for the rest of my life. It's a special place.
I think every year when you're part of a team like this, an organization like this, and you're in an environment like this daily, that you're always going to be hungry.
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