Jeff Wilpon has defended the New York Mets' offseason spending, saying more moves are likely before Opening Day and during the season.

"Being top five in payroll, I don't think that won us a World Series," Wilpon said. "So we're set out to make the playoffs and do well ... try to win the World Series, not try and be at the top five in payroll."

The club began last season at $157 million for its 40-man roster and cut it to $149 million as the team faded from contention following a series of injuries.

This year's payroll projects to be in the $140 million range after they gave Jay Bruce a $39 million, three-year contract and Anthony Swarzak a $14 million, two-year deal.

"I get what the fan perception is. It's not something that's lost on any of us," Wilpon said. "I understand the fan base's frustration and we have the same frustration."