Rangers Field Trade Inquiries for Corey Seager
The Texas Rangers are fielding trade inquiries for star shortstop Corey Seager as they navigate a payroll crunch during this offseason, with several teams expressing interest in the two-time World Series MVP.
According to reports from league sources, the Rangers have listened to overtures about Seager but have not engaged in advanced discussions. Interested clubs include the Atlanta Braves, New York Yankees, and Boston Red Sox, all of whom view the 31-year-old as a premium option at shortstop. Any deal would require an overwhelming return package, given Seager's remaining contract, which totals approximately $186 million over the next six seasons through 2031. The Rangers signed him to a 10-year, $325 million extension before the 2022 season.
Seager's value remains high despite a 2025 season shortened by injuries. He appeared in 102 games, batting .271 with a .373 on-base percentage, .487 slugging percentage, 21 home runs, and 50 RBIs. His 6.1 Wins Above Replacement marked the second-best mark of his career, underscoring his offensive prowess and defensive reliability at shortstop. For his career, Seager holds a .289 batting average and 221 home runs, earning three All-Star...