According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, the New York Mets scratched Brandon Nimmo at the behest of the team cardiologist. Nimmo underwent a cardiac screening and may need additional screening done.
The Mets say Brandon Nimmo was scratched because the team cardiologist suggested additional cardiac screening. The Mets completed that testing today.
— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) February 26, 2020
This is the scariest news that Mets fans could imagine. Their likely leadoff hitter and centerfielder is having his heart tested. It’s certainly ironic that Nimmo’s best tool is his metaphorical heart, and now his real heart could keep him away from the game.