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General manager Chris Young and the Texas Rangers front office are looking for ways to improve upon a disappointing 2025 campaign that saw the Rangers miss the MLB playoffs for the second straight season following 2023's World Series title.

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How Marcus Semien trade will impact Rangers beyond the statistics

The Texas Rangers shocked the baseball world Sunday by trading star second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets, completing one of the most significant deals of the 2025 offseason — and it isn’t even December yet.

Brandon Nimmo News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 25

MLB Insider Shares Brandon Nimmo’s Motives Behind Accepting Trade to Rangers

After spending his entire MLB career with the New York Mets, eyebrows were raised when it was announced that outfielder Brandon Nimmo had been traded to the Texas Rangers in exchange for shortstop Marcus Semien.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

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Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 25

Rangers to explore the catching market in free agency

The Texas Rangers non-tendered catcher Jonah Heim last week, but not because they had a younger option to whom they plan to hand the reins.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 25

Chris Young Talks New Direction Rangers Are Taking Following Marcus Semien Trade

The Texas Rangers have had a difficult last two seasons when it comes to comparing them against expectations, and with that, some changes are set to be made this winter.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / November 25

Tuesday Morning Texas Rangers Update

Good morning. Shawn McFarland writes that the trade that sent Marcus Semien to New York basically hinged on Brandon Nimmo’s belief that the Texas Rangers can win.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 25

How Does Marcus Semien Trade Impact Corey Seager's Future With Rangers?

The Texas Rangers officially split up their championship-winning middle infield on Sunday, trading All-Star second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for Brandon Nimmo.

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 24

MLB Insider Jon Heyman Explains Why Rangers Made Shocking Blockbuster Trade With Mets

The MLB world received a shocking jolt on Sunday when multiple media outlets reported that the Texas Rangers are trading Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for Brandon Nimmo.

Corey Seager News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 24

Rangers rumors: ‘Overwhelming likelihood’ is Corey Seager won’t be traded before Opening Day

The Texas Rangers 2025 offseason moves have created steady speculation, especially around Corey Seager’s future in Arlington. After the Marcus Semien trade Monday, Seager rumors spread fast, and many wondered if the Rangers were beginning a quiet reset after a disappointing 2025 season.

Marcus Semien News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 24

Who Could Replace Marcus Semien at 2nd Base After Blockbuster Trade?

On Sunday afternoon, the Texas Rangers made a blockbuster trade with the New York Mets. The Rangers traded second baseman Marcus Semien for outfielder Brandon Nimmo, as first reported by ESPN's Jeff Passan.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 24

Nimmo, Stearns, Young discuss Semien trade

The Mets and Rangers lined up on a surprising one-for-one swap over the weekend, with outfielder Brandon Nimmo heading to Texas and infielder Marcus Semien to Queens.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / November 24

Could Dodgers look to pair of familiar faces to address needs?

Could the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers reunite with two of their former stars this offseason?

Three inexpensive infielders the Yankees should strongly consider

Report: Blue Jays among several clubs interested in Cody Bellinger

Mets-Rangers trade may signal bigger plans for New York's outfield

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 24

Five Non-Tendered Players Rangers Could Opt to Pursue in Free Agency

The Texas Rangers bid goodbye to four of their players from the 2025 roster during the non-tender process, including three World Series heroes in Adolis Garcia, Jonah Heim and Josh Sborz.

MLB News / Field Level Media / November 24

Rangers deal Marcus Semien to Mets for Brandon Nimmo

The New York Mets acquired second baseman Marcus Semien from the Texas Rangers for outfielder Brandon Nimmo and cash considerations, both teams confirmed Monday.

Texas Rangers News / The42 / November 24

Joe McCarthy nears Leinster return but Jamie Osborne and Ryan Baird ruled out until spring

Will Connors and James Culhane will also miss time after suffering injuries against Zebre last month.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / November 24

Brandon Nimmo is the Newest Texas Ranger

The Texas Rangers have traded veteran infielder Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for outfielder Brandon Nimmo. The Rangers non-tendered Adolis García a couple of days ago, so that opens up a spot for Nimmo to slide into one of the corner outfield spots.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 24

Rangers, Mets reportedly agree to blockbuster trade

The Texas Rangers and New York Mets fell short of expectations in 2025. A surprising trade may be the beginning of a shakeup for both franchises.

Potential landing spots for Michael King

...and for Edwin Diaz

Three inexpensive infielders the Yankees should strongly consider

Three MLB teams that may ultimately regret their non-tender decisions

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Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 22

Rangers rumors: Insider reveals Texas’ free agency ‘focus’

The Texas Rangers are already drawing offseason buzz as rumors swirl around the Rangers plan for the 2025 MLB free agency cycle. Early offseason rumors indicate a clear focus on pitching, even after a season when run prevention carried the club and the bats lagged.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 22

2023 All-Stars not tendered by Rangers amid multiple free agency moves

The Texas Rangers struggled with injuries and inconsistency in 2025 as the team failed to reach the playoffs for the second straight year. The Rangers moved on from Bruce Bochy after an 81-81 finish, hiring senior advisor Skip Schumaker as the new manager.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 22

Three MLB teams that may regret their non-tender decisions

Friday was the deadline for Major League Baseball teams to tender 2026 contracts to their arbitration-eligible and pre-arbitration players. Some teams made bold moves that may come back to haunt them.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto spotted with Japanese star amid Dodgers buzz

Former Blue Jays ace Alek Manoah hit with rough news from Braves

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