Brandon Nimmo Expected to Return to Mets Lineup Soon, Available Off Bench Sunday

Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo, sidelined since Wednesday due to neck stiffness, is anticipated to be available off the bench for Sunday's game against the Braves. Manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed a strong likelihood of Nimmo returning to the starting lineup on Monday for the series against the Philadelphia Phillies. The neck stiffness, which hindered his swing and defense, led to his early exit from Wednesday's game but is an issue dating back to a 2019 outfield wall collision. Nimmo, 32, has posted a .761 OPS with 20 homers and 68 RBI this season, and has been hitting .320/.379/.400 over his last seven games.