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Brandon Nimmo Ties Mets Record with 9 RBIs in 19-5 Blowout Against Nationals

Nimmo's career-best performance, including a grand slam and three-run homer, powered the Mets to a series split and MLB-leading 20-9 record.

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Apr 28, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Athletics first baseman Tyler Soderstrom (21) follows through on a two-run double against the Texas Rangers during the fifth inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images
Apr 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober (17) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Apr 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker (8) flips his bat after hitting a home run during the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Brandon Nimmo tied the Mets' single-game RBI record set by Carlos Delgado in 2008, driving in nine runs during a 19-5 victory over the Nationals.
  • Nimmo's offensive surge included a three-run homer in the sixth inning, a grand slam in the seventh, and a two-run double in the eighth.
  • The Mets' win secured a split in the four-game series and improved their record to an MLB-best 20-9 this season.
  • Jeff McNeil and Mark Vientos contributed with home runs, while Griffin Canning pitched five scoreless innings to earn the win.
  • Nimmo's breakout performance raised his batting average from .192 to .218, marking a significant turnaround from his early-season struggles.