The New York Mets sent fans and the media on a wild goose chase Sunday afternoon when they announced they had no idea where Yoenis Cespedes was. By the time the game was over the Mets informed the media that Cespedes had opted-out, but had not told the franchise of his plans. Now, Mets’ players are poking holes in that story.
Mets centerfielder Brandon Nimmo told the media Monday afternoon that he and other players heard a different story.
Brandon Nimmo says he and his Mets teammates heard that Yoenis Céspedes' agents actually informed the Mets he was opting out before Sunday's game.