Brandon Nimmo Powers Mets' Rally to 7-5 Victory Over Cardinals

Breaking News Summary

• Brandon Nimmo hit a three-run homer to spark a six-run fifth inning.
• The Mets rallied to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-5 on Tuesday night.
• Nimmo's home run was the third of six straight hits to start the inning.

Aftermath of an Offensive Drought

Entering Friday's game, Brandon Nimmo had struggled since the All-Star break, batting .140 without a home run. However, his fortunes took a positive turn against the Cardinals.

Early Contributions

Nimmo doubled off the center field wall in the second inning, contributing to a three-run rally that brought the Mets back within reach.

Rally Leader

In the fifth inning, Nimmo launched a three-run homer to ignite a six-run outburst. The Mets sent 11 batters to the plate in the inning, eventually securing the victory.

Other Notable Contributors

In addition to Nimmo's heroics, Jeff McNeil also played a key role in the Mets' comeback.

McNeil's Impact

McNeil launched a two-run homer of his own, extending the Mets' lead to 7-3.

The Mets' victory snapped a three-game losing streak and improved their record to 73-53 on the season.