Rangers, Mets Finalize Blockbuster Trade: Semien to New York, Nimmo to Texas The Texas Rangers trade Marcus Semien to the New York Mets in exchange for Brandon Nimmo and $5MM Kasey Jarvis • Brandon Nimmo
Recap of the middle rounds from the Banana Ball Draft Coconuts Lead Selections in Round 2 of Draft Following an impactful Round 1, the Coconuts held the first pick in Round 2, setting the stage for continued strategic selections. Round 2 1. Coconuts – Tanner Allen, OF: Allen's collegiate career at Mississippi State University from 2018-2021 is notably impressive. Kasey Jarvis
1st Round of Banana Ball featured some unexpected surprises as well as old faces in new places Banana Ball Draft Recap: Unique Format and Round One Highlights The Banana Ball draft features a distinctive format, setting it apart from traditional drafts. With the announcement of two new teams, the Clowns and Coconuts, each of the original four teams kept 11 players. Both expansion teams received two picks Kasey Jarvis
Rangers announce all but one Coaching Staff position has been filled including the new addition of a Fan Favorite On Wednesday afternoon, the Texas Rangers announced that all but one position on Skip Schumaker’s 2026 coaching staff has been filled. Returning staff members include Luis Urueta, who served as bench coach during Schumaker’s tenure with Miami. Urueta’s familiarity with the staff is expected to provide continuity. Kasey Jarvis
Marcus Semien secured second Gold Glove Award Marcus Semien has earned his second career Gold Glove Award and became the first second baseman in Rangers and Senators franchise history to receive the honor. Semien was announced as a finalist for the Rawlings Gold Glove in his position, alongside teammates Jacob deGrom, Corey Seager, Wyatt Langford, and Adolis Kasey Jarvis
Mike Maddux set to leave Rangers staff and head out west. Mike Maddux has declined to return as the Texas Rangers' pitching coach for the 2026 season, ending his second stint with the team. Maddux is set to join the Los Angeles Angels, marking his departure from the Rangers. Maddux rejoined the Rangers in 2023 as part of manager Bruce Kasey Jarvis
