Mets' Brandon Nimmo Plays Through Painful Injury in NLCS
The outfielder has been battling plantar fasciitis since May but continues to compete in the playoffs.
- Nimmo has been dealing with plantar fasciitis in his left foot throughout the season, which worsened during the NLDS against the Phillies.
- Despite the injury, Nimmo managed to hit 23 home runs and achieve a career-high 90 RBIs during the regular season.
- The injury impacts Nimmo most when running, though it is less of a hindrance when hitting or fielding.
- Nimmo plans to continue playing in the NLCS against the Dodgers, relying on pain management techniques.
- The Dodgers currently lead the series 1-0 after defeating the Mets in Game 1 of the NLCS.