Mets’ Brandon Nimmo Taking Cautious Approach to Spring Training Amid Knee Soreness

Spring training is the time for MLB players to shake off the rust and gear up for a long season. For New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo, however, this year’s ramp-up has been more of a slow, cautious return rather than an all-out sprint.

Nimmo, a key power-speed threat in the Mets’ lineup, has been battling plantar fasciitis since last postseason. While he briefly saw action in a Grapefruit League game on February 28, he hasn’t taken the field since.

Now, it’s not just his foot keeping him sidelined—it’s his right knee. Rather than pushing through discomfort and risking a more serious issue, both Nimmo and the Mets have opted for a measured approach to his return.

Encourage MRI Results

Knee injuries can be tricky, affecting everything from running speed to defensive mobility. That’s why the results of Nimmo’s recent MRI came as a relief.

Mets reporter Tim Healey shared the good news on X:

“Brandon Nimmo said he got an MRI on his sore right knee Tuesday and it showed just inflammation, no structural damage. He is waiting for ‘the last 10%’ of the soreness to go away before getting back into the lineup in the coming days.”

For now, it’s a waiting game. Nimmo wants to be at full speed, not just serviceable, before stepping back into action.

Nimmo’s Importance to the Mets’ Offense

Despite playing through pain last season, Nimmo remained a vital piece in the Mets’ lineup. His 23 home runs, 90 RBIs, and 2.7 fWAR highlighted his impact, and he even swiped 15 stolen bases despite his nagging foot issues.

With a revamped lineup featuring Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and Mark Vientos, Nimmo is poised for another big season—if his health cooperates.

The Mets have high expectations for 2025, and a healthy Nimmo will be crucial to their success. Until then, he’s making the smart play—letting his body dictate the timeline, not the other way around.