Mets trade Brandon Nimmo to Rangers for Marcus Semien ahead of offseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 6:03 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The New York Mets traded outfielder Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers in exchange for second baseman Marcus Semien. This move, made by president of baseball operations David Stearns, has drawn criticism due to Semien's age and performance concerns, as he is 36 and underperformed with a 74 OPS+. Nimmo, who signed with the Baltimore Orioles, was seen as a beloved figure in New York. The efficacy of Semien's performance will be crucial as he has two years, worth $50 million, remaining on his contract. The Mets face scrutiny over their offseason decisions as they work to rebuild.
- •Mets trade Brandon Nimmo to Rangers for Marcus Semien.
- •Semien has a 74 OPS+ compared to Nimmo's 112.
- •Semien is under contract for two more years at $50 million.
- •Critics question Semien's ability to perform at a high level.
- •Mets continue to face scrutiny over their offseason choices.
- 6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Mets' offseason trade with Rangers couldn't have gone much worse for David Stearns
"The Mets may regret this trade with the Rangers.
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