Brandon Nimmo’s tie-breaking solo homer leads Mets to series-opening victory over Cardinals

All it took was one big swing, and the Mets walked away with a series-opening victory in St. Louis against the Cardinals. Brandon Nimmo’s solo homer in the 7th inning led the Mets to a 4-3 victory on Monday night. Entering the frame with a 3-3 tie, Nimmo’s solo shot — his fourth of the season — was all the Mets would need to hold on for the win. The Amazins got another quality start out of ...