5 NY Mets milestones Brandon Nimmo will reach in 2025

Drafted in the first round in 2011 (despite coming from Wyoming, a state better known for cowboys than hitting curveballs), Brandon Nimmo has carved out a unique place in New York Mets lore. Whether it's his signature grin, an uncanny ability to turn four pitches into a highlight reel, or his sneaky ability to work a count, Nimmo embodies the scrappy, lovable spirit of the Amazins. Is he the greatest Met of all time? Probably not. But is he the only one who could turn a sprint down the first baseline into a celebration? Absolutely.

As David Stearns works his magic to piece together the roster for the 2025 season, I couldn’t help but notice that he is currently the longest-tenured player on the roster. Yup, even if Pete Alonso comes back, he's still the OG.

Heading into his 10th season with the Mets, it's time to quickly dive into his numbers and see how he stacks up against some of the all-time franchise greats.

Currently sitting at 911 games, he holds the 15th spot on the Mets’ all-time Games Played list. Assuming he hits the lineup card another 151 times in 2025 (his average the last three seasons), he’s poised to leapfrog some pretty notable names. By the time the Mets (hopefully) make their postseason run, he will surpass Rey Ordoñez, Rusty Staub, Mike Piazza, and Lee Mazzilli, landing himself in 11th place. Here’s how the list looks now—and where he’s trending:

Games Played
10. Edgardo Alfonzo 1,086
11. Lee Mazzilli 979
12. Mike Piazza 972
13. Rusty Staub 942
14. Rey Ordonez 916
15. Brandon Nimmo 911

Looking at the power stats, he is on track to break into the top 10 in both home runs and doubles for the Mets. What makes it even more interesting is that some of his active teammates are on a similar trajectory, setting up a fun race to see who climbs the leaderboard faster. It’ll be exciting to watch them make their mark together throughout the season.

Homeruns
8. Michael Conforto 132
9. Lucas Duda 125
10. Todd Hundley 124
11. Kevin McReynolds 122
12. Edgardo Alfonzo 120
13. Ed Kranepool 118
14. Francisco Lindor 110
15. Brandon Nimmo 110

Doubles
8. Mike PIazza 193
9. Darryl Strawberry 187
10. Cleon Jones 182
11. Jeff McNeil 172
12. Mookie Wilson 170
13. Brandon Nimmo 161

He isn’t just running into Mets history—he’s walking there, too. With a solid 2025 season and hopefully some added tutelage from newly accorded Juan Soto, he could push for 4th all-time in walks and 6th all-time in runs scored for the franchise by the end of the year. His unique blend of hustle and patience makes him a serious contender to surpass David Wright in these categories as he continues to anchor the lineup during the rest of his contract.

Walks
1. David Wright 762
2. Darryl Strawberry 580
3. Bud Harrelson 573
4. Howard Johnson 556
5. Wayne Garrett 482
6. Brandon Nimmo 474

Runs Scored
5. Edgardo Alfonzo 614
6. Mookie Wilson 592
7. Cleon Jones 563
8. Carlos Beltran 551
9. Ed Kranepool 536
10. Mike Piazza 532
11. Brandon Nimmo 512

As he heads into his 10th season with the Mets, it’s clear he’s more than just a player—he’s a fixture in franchise history. From his relentless hustle to his ability to grind out walks and pile-up runs, he has quietly climbed the ranks with some of the team’s all-time greats. Whether he’s sprinting to first, cracking the top 10 in key offensive categories, or simply flashing that signature smile, he represents everything Mets fans love about their team: grit, heart, and a little bit of flair. As 2025 unfolds, watching his journey up the leaderboards will be a reminder of just how impactful he’s been—and how much more he has to give.