History of Brandon Nimmo in Timeline

Brandon Nimmo is a professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the New York Mets in Major League Baseball (MLB). Drafted by the Mets in the first round of the 2011 MLB draft, Nimmo made his debut with the team in 2016. He is known for his strong on-base skills and energetic style of play.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1966: Michael Beaver Drafted

In 1966, Michael Beaver was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the sixth round (109th overall) of the Major League Baseball draft. He was the previous highest pick of the 13 players selected from Wyoming high schools before Brandon Nimmo.

March 27, 1993: Brandon Nimmo Born

On March 27, 1993, Brandon Tate Nimmo was born. He is an American professional baseball outfielder.

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2008: Carlos Delgado Sets Mets RBI Record

In 2008, Carlos Delgado set the Mets single-game franchise record with 9 RBIs, which Brandon Nimmo matched on April 28, 2025.

2011: Drafted by the Mets

In 2011, Brandon Nimmo was drafted by the New York Mets with the 13th overall pick, becoming the highest-drafted Wyomingite in MLB history. He signed for $2.1 million, forgoing a commitment to the University of Arkansas.

2011: Joins Gulf Coast and Kingsport Mets

Toward the end of the 2011 season, Nimmo played 10 games with the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Mets and the Kingsport Mets, hitting a combined .211 with four runs batted in.

July 30, 2012: First Four-Hit Game

On July 30, 2012, Nimmo had his first four-hit game, missing a triple for the cycle, scoring three runs, and driving in two RBIs in a 10-5 win for the Brooklyn Cyclones against the Mahoning Valley Scrappers.

November 2017: Marriage to Chelsea Bradley

In November 2017, Brandon Nimmo married Chelsea Bradley in Savannah, Georgia.

June 30, 2024: 100th Career Home Run

On June 30, 2024, Brandon Nimmo hit his 100th career home run during a game against the Houston Astros, off of pitcher Bryan Abreu. He became the 16th player to hit at least 100 home runs in a Mets uniform.

November 2024: Birth of First Child

In November 2024, Brandon Nimmo and his wife Chelsea welcomed their first child, a daughter.

April 28, 2025: Ties Mets RBI Record

On April 28, 2025, Brandon Nimmo tied the Mets single-game franchise record with 9 RBIs, hitting two home runs and a two-run RBI double against the Washington Nationals.