Corey Seager Dismisses 'Toxic' Relationship Rumors with Marcus Semien

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager addressed and dismissed rumors of a "toxic" relationship with former double-play partner Marcus Semien, which had been reported as a factor in Semien's trade to the Mets. Seager stated that he and Semien had a "fine relationship," respected each other professionally, and together achieved a World Series title in 2023. Seager, 31, was limited to 102 games in 2025 due to season-ending appendectomy surgery in August.