#Defense will dictate when Max Scherzer makes Mets debut

#Defense will dictate when Max Scherzer makes Mets debut

“Defense will dictate when Max Scherzer makes Mets debut” WASHINGTON — Before a final decision is reached on when Max Scherzer will pitch, Mets officials want to watch the right-hander field his position and cover first base. Those drills are expected to occur pregame Thursday at Nationals Park, though it’s possible a covered field due…

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#Brandon Nimmo hopeful he can rejoin Mets this week

#Brandon Nimmo hopeful he can rejoin Mets this week

“#Brandon Nimmo hopeful he can rejoin Mets this week” Brandon Nimmo wants to contribute in whatever manner is possible, even if that means expediting his rehab from a strained right hamstring. The Mets outfielder took batting practice on the field Sunday for the first time since sustaining the injury and ran at roughly 90 percent….

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#Mets provide updates on Brandon Nimmo, Jacob deGrom

#Mets provide updates on Brandon Nimmo, Jacob deGrom

“#Mets provide updates on Brandon Nimmo, Jacob deGrom” MIAMI — Brandon Nimmo is encouraged by his early progress in rehabbing his strained right hamstring. The Mets outfielder tested his leg the past two days, jogging at about half-speed before increasing the intensity somewhat on Wednesday, without discomfort. He’s hopeful his absence from the Mets lineup…

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