Nimmo was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Nimmo did all he could to prove he belonged with the big club, hitting .333/.600/.444 through 15 plate appearances, but he simply wasn't expected to see many at-bats following the return of Michael Conforto. As a result, the Mets opted to send the 24-year-old back to the minors for more regular playing time. He'll be a candidate to return to the majors should the Mets need an extra bench bat or outfield depth. Pitching prospect Corey Oswalt was recalled from Triple-A in a corresponding roster move.