Brandon Nimmo Traded to Rangers for Marcus Semien, Expresses Shock

Longtime Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo was traded to the Texas Rangers for veteran second baseman Marcus Semien, a move that 'took him as a shock.' Nimmo, who spent 10 years with the Mets and signed an eight-year extension in 2023, used his no-trade clause to approve the deal, prioritizing a World Series win. Mets owners Steve and Alex Cohen released a statement thanking Nimmo for his 'heart, grit, and passion.' The trade, which sends Nimmo to the Rangers, frees up roster flexibility for the Mets, despite his .262 average, 135 homers, and .802 OPS in 1,066 games with New York.