Brandon Nimmo faces knee soreness but aims for Opening Day

Brandon Nimmo is gradually returning to action after dealing with right knee soreness that has kept him sidelined. The Mets outfielder, who has a history of knee issues stemming from a past ACL reconstruction, believes his current discomfort is related to meniscus and cartilage problems. Despite being limited to designated hitting for now, he remains optimistic about being ready for Opening Day, although he acknowledges he needs to avoid aggravating his injury by pushing too hard too soon. Nimmo's recovery strategy includes managing his pain levels and gradually increasing his running speed, which is currently at about 80% of normal. His situation is complicated by the Mets' overall injury struggles this spring, with multiple players also facing health issues. Nimmo is hopeful that with proper care, he can avoid further surgical intervention and continue his career without significant setbacks.