New York Mets Outfielder Brandon Nimmo Lands on DL with Punctured Lung

Just when you thought the ship might be righted, the New York Mets get the wind knocked out of their sails, literally.

The New York Mets’ injury-plagued 2017 season just got worse as outfielder Brandon Nimmo has been placed on the disabled list with a punctured Lung.

The 24-year-old was rushed to the hospital but was reassured by doctors that the injury was not life-altering whatsoever. After being treated, Nimmo was discharged from the hospital a few hours later.

Manager Terry Collins confirmed to the New York Daily News that the issues surrounding Nimmo’s lung were not a result of a fall or collision. Nimmo also claimed that after his most recent game on July fourth, he was short of breath and had recurring back tightness.

Through 20 at-bats this season, the second-year outfielder from Wyoming is hitting a phenomenal .350, and has an OPS of .858.

In correspondence to Nimmo landing on the DL, the Mets activated outfielder Michael Conforto, though the first-time All-Star is not in the starting lineup Saturday afternoon in St. Louis.