Brandon NimmoMy time in the Big Apple has come to an end.
The outfielder spent his first 10 years with the Dishes after being selected as the 13th overall pick in the 2011 draft.
Nimmo went through his share of ups and downs over the years, but he established himself as a fan favorite thanks to his infectious smile and the energetic play he brought to the court every day.
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He expressed his desire to remain a Met throughout his career after signing an eight-year extension before the 2023 season, but two years into that deal the organization had other plans.
David Stearns said it was not an easy decisionbut the Mets opted to ship Nimmo out of town Sunday night in a deal with the Texas Rangers for the veteran 2B. Marcus Semien.
His chapter with the Mets ends with a .262 average, 135 home runs, 188 doubles, 463 RBIs, a .364 on-base percentage and an .802 OPS over 1,066 games.
Owners Steve and Alex Cohen released a statement shortly after the deal became official Monday afternoon.
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“Brandon represented our organization with heart, courage and passion,” they wrote. “He embodied everything it meant to be a Met on and off the field. We are grateful for everything he gave to our team and our community. We wish Brandon, Chelsea and Tatum all the best.”
