Brandon Nimmo has been traded by the Mets to the Rangers in exchange for Marcus Semien according to Jeff Passan of ESPN, a stunning trade of two nine-figure contracts.

For the Mets, it’s a massive shake up that sends one of their best homegrown players of the 21st Century to Texas, clearing some long-term money and giving them an elite defensive 2B.

The offense has been an issue for Semien, who recorded just a .305 OBP and 89 wRC+, but the field that the Rangers play at has been an awful fit for his swing.

Nimmo, who has been a solid contributor in the corner outfield over the last two years, was degrading as both an athlete and hitter, and it opens up a corner outfield spot.

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