Semien Hits Tiebreaking HR Against Rangers as Mets Win 7-2
- On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the New York Mets defeated the Texas Rangers 7-2 at Globe Life Field, dealing a significant blow to Texas' AL West title hopes during the Rangers' final home stand.
- Marcus Semien, traded by the Rangers to the Mets last November for Brandon Nimmo, hit a tie-breaking 388-foot solo home run in the eighth inning, marking his 15th homer of the season and snapping an 0-for-13 slump.
- Rookie right-hander Nolan McLean earned the win after allowing two runs on three hits over seven innings, while Brett Baty added insurance with a pinch-hit grand slam in the ninth to secure the 7-2 victory.
- Mets manager Andy Green, appointed to a three-year contract after serving as interim manager, has guided the club to consecutive wins in Texas since the leadership transition.
- Texas remains tied atop the AL West but must win the division outright because the Houston Astros hold the season series tiebreaker at 9-4; the Rangers conclude their season against the Minnesota Twins.
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