The Mets are fresh off agreeing to a monster deal with Justin Verlander to be a co-ace with Max Scherzer in Flushing. They’re not close to done, either. The next thing New York will probably do is find another starting pitcher for the rotation. But after that, general manager Billy Eppler needs to supplement the outfield. Will it include Brandon Nimmo or someone else?
New York’s preference is to retain its homegrown player, but the competition for his services will be stiff. Eppler spoke about the team’s chances of doing that, and while he didn’t share any details, it doesn’t sound like he’s confident.