Mets and Rangers Finalize Trade Sending Nimmo to Texas for semien
ARLINGTON, TX & NEW YORK, NY – November 24, 2025 - In a blockbuster move reshaping the National League East and American League West, the New York Mets and Texas Rangers have agreed to a trade involving center fielder Brandon Nimmo and second baseman Marcus semien, sources confirmed late Sunday.the deal sends Nimmo to the Rangers and Semien to the Mets, pending completion of physicals.
The trade addresses critical needs for both franchises as they prepare for the 2026 season. The mets, seeking offensive stability at second base, acquire Semien, a proven veteran and consistent run producer. Concurrently, the Rangers bolster their outfield with Nimmo, a dynamic player known for his on-base skills and defensive versatility. This exchange significantly alters the competitive landscape of both leagues, impacting playoff aspirations and long-term team construction.
According to sources familiar with the negotiations, the Mets will also send multiple prospects to Texas alongside Nimmo. While the specific package remains undisclosed, it is believed to include at least one top-10 organizational prospect. The rangers, in turn, are not expected to send any additional players to New York beyond Semien.
Nimmo,31,has been a key contributor to the Mets lineup as his debut in 2016,establishing himself as a fan favorite. In 2025, he batted .274 with 25 home runs and 85 RBIs. Semien, 34, has been a cornerstone of the Rangers’ success, providing both offensive firepower and defensive reliability sence joining the team in 2022. He finished the 2025 season with a .286 average, 27 home runs, and 92 RBIs.
Both players are under contract through at least the 2027 season,providing long-term stability for their new teams. The trade is expected to be officially announced Monday morning.
