New York Mets GM Billy Eppler compares Brandon Nimmo's 'relentless' attitude to that of MLB legend Brett Gardner 

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Brandon Nimmo of the New York Mets poses for a portrait during New York Mets Photo Day at Clover Park

Brandon Nimmo, the talented outfielder for the New York Mets, has been turning heads in the MLB with his exceptional performances on the field. Nimmo's skillset is reminiscent of Brett Gardner, the former Yankees outfielder who became an MLB legend with his tenacious play and relentless attitude.

Nimmo's breakout season came in 2018, when he batted .263 with 17 home runs and 47 RBIs. He followed that up with another strong showing in 2019, hitting .221 with eight home runs and 29 RBIs in just 69 games. Nimmo's performance in 2020 was hindered by injuries, but he still managed to hit .280 with six home runs and 17 RBIs in 55 games. In 2022, Nimmo finished the season batting .274/.367/.433 with 16 home runs and 64 RBIs in 151 games.

Nimmo's aggressive style of play, combined with his speed and agility, has made him one of the most exciting young players in the league. The Mets outfielder has proven to be a threat both at the plate and on the field, with his impressive range and ability to make difficult catches. Nimmo's consistency and determination have been noted by many, including Mets General Manager Billy Eppler.

Eppler recently compared Brandon Nimmo's attitude to that of Gardner, who he worked with during his time as assistant general manager for the Yankees. Like Gardner, Nimmo is a player who enjoys the fight, relishing the challenge of facing tough opponents and delivering clutch performances when it matters most.

In a recent interview, Eppler said:

“Like Gardy, he’s pretty relentless. He enjoys the fight. ... He’s not afraid to spend more time up there within an at-bat, in fact, the more time he spends in the batter’s box, the more comfortable he gets.”

Brandon Nimmo will look to win the World Series with the Mets and continue his one-team career

Everything looks to be on the rise for the New York Mets. They have done everything within their power to field a championship-winning team. They have spent lavishly in all areas with one goal in mind: to win the World Series. Brandon Nimmo, a talent developed within the system, will be happy with where he stands and will look for success for himself and the team.

Whether he ultimately achieves the same level of greatness as Gardner remains to be seen, but there is no doubt that Nimmo has the potential to become a true MLB legend in his own right.

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