Brandon Nimmo struggles with slump as analytics suggest positive change
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 12:45 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Brandon Nimmo of the Texas Rangers is facing a slump with a.189 batting average over the last 30 days. Advanced metrics indicate that his expected OPS is significantly higher at.899, suggesting he may return to form soon. Rangers manager Skip Schumaker noted that Nimmo is hitting the ball hard but has experienced tough luck, leading to decreased results. Adjustments in his batting order placement may also have affected his opportunities. Nimmo is working to maintain his approach despite the frustrations of a low hitting stretch.
- •Nimmo has a.189 batting average over the last 30 games.
- •He possesses an expected OPS of.899, showing potential for improvement.
- •Manager Skip Schumaker emphasizes Nimmo's hard-hit metrics support his return to success.
- •Nimmo has been moved from the leadoff position during his struggles.
- •He acknowledges the difficulty in resisting the urge to alter his approach.
- 12:45 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers' Brandon Nimmo trusting process as analytics suggest slump is just 'tough luck'
"Nimmo's offensive numbers have plummeted over the last 30 games, but the advanced statistics say he's due for positive regression.
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