Mets, Rangers agree to swap All-Stars Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien in blockbuster deal: report

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The New York Mets and Texas Rangers reportedly agreed to a trade involving a couple of All-Stars on Sunday to kickstart their offseason.

The Mets will acquire second baseman Marcus Semien, while outfielder Brandon Nimmo will head to the Rangers, according to ESPN.

New York’s middle infield will feature Semien, a three-time All-Star and two-time Gold Glover and Silver Slugger, and Francisco Lindor.

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New York Mets left fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) enters the dugout to play the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on June 28, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Charles LeClaire/Imagn Images)

Meanwhile, the Rangers add some veteran presence to a young outfield in Texas following a mediocre 81-81 campaign in 2025.

For the Mets, it is an interesting move considering Nimmo being a homegrown product who signed an eight-year deal reportedly worth $162 million in December 2022 to remain with the team long term. Nimmo was also the Mets’ longest-tenured player and a fan-favorite.

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Semien, 35, is still owed $26 million per season for the next three seasons. However, does Nimmo’s departure put New York in the running for top outfield talent like Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger?

The Mets certainly know how to make splashes in this Steve Cohen Era, most notably Juan Soto joining the team on an MLB-record deal this past offseason.

Marcus Semien #2 of the Texas Rangers rounds the bases after hitting a home