The Deadline Gamble That Didn’t Pay Off At the 2025 trade deadline, the Rangers clearly decided they needed to win now — and they put serious chips on the table to try doing just that. Rather than selling off assets, Texas went all-in to augment its rotation and bullpen, sending a haul of pitching prospects — including Kohl Drake, Colton Stites • Merrill Kelly
Tension Brewing in the Rangers Clubhouse: Did the Semien-Seager Rift Drag Down the Team, and What’s Next Without Semien? The Texas Rangers’ decision to trade Marcus Semien to the Mets for Brandon Nimmo just before Thanksgiving 2025 sent shockwaves through the fanbase. Coming off a disappointing .500 season marred by injuries and inconsistency, the move wasn’t just about swapping a struggling second baseman for an outfielder—it may Colton Stites • corey seager
