Nimmo’s future role brackets Burns’s impact, as the Mets assess how much payroll and on-field balance is sustainable while chasing an ace whose innings could redefine a competitive arc.

B grade; 25 HR, 92 RBI, strong defense in left, solid on-base capabilities, but a notable decline in walks and a lower on-base pace compared to peak seasons. Overall, a solid but not star-tier year.

Nimmo's payroll placement is a focal point in the payroll discussion, acting as a benchmark for the Mets' top-line spending. His status informs whether Alonso can be retained at market value while maintaining a balanced offense-heavy core behind Lindor.

Nimmo is viewed as a potential salary dump to create space for defense, with his no-trade protections complicating moves. Trading him could drain OBP and speed, so any move would require a sizable defensive upgrade in return.

Nimmo’s role and center-field position come under review as the Mets seek more athleticOutfield options and a stronger run-prevention framework, with Nimmo’s profile remaining central to lineup construction and defensive balance.