SEMIEN FOR NIMMO!
The New York Mets acquired second baseman Marcus Semien from the Texas Rangers for outfielder Brandon Nimmo and cash.
What does it give the New York Mets
In Semien, the Mets bring in a veteran second baseman who can hit for power and provide good defense. He is now entering his age-35 season, but Semien should still be an upgrade and bring stability to New York's infield for the next few years. With Nimmo's departure, they can also explore new options in the outfield after a disappointing 2025 season.
What does it give the Texas Rangers
Scoring runs was a problem for the Rangers in 2025, so they are shaking up their lineup in a big way. Nimmo is a consistent 20-plus home run hitter who gets on base and provides decent defense. His contract is a big commitment (he is signed through the 2030 season), but Nimmo could be the game-changer Texas needs on offense.
Fantasy impact
Not a lot changes after this one-for-one swap. Semien gets a moderate park upgrade, but he could also hit lower in the Mets lineup. Nimmo should continue to fill a key role for the Rangers, though they again may struggle to be a high-scoring offense this season, which could hurt his fantasy value.
