News about Max Scherzer, Texas Rangers

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The Texas Rangers acquired star right-hander Max Scherzer from the New York Mets in Saturday's trade.

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Thereby solidifying the Rangers' rotation for the World Series as the disappointing Mets continue to unravel.

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While a tentative deal was struck at the start of the day, it depended on Scherzer waiving the no-trade clause.

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A day after expressing his dismay over the trade of Mets closer David Robertson, Scherzer approved the Texas deal.

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Where he will join the American League West-leading Rangers, who are one game ahead of the Houston Astros at 60-45.

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In return the Mets would receive 21-year-old Luisangel Acuna, a middle infielder and center fielder who would likely be one of New York's top prospects.

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Acuna was playing for Double-A Frisco in the Rangers system and was hitting .315 with seven home runs, 51 RBI and 42 stolen bases in 82 games.

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He is the younger brother of Atlanta Braves superstar Ronald Acuna Jr.

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As part of the deal, Scherzer has an option to join the 2024 season with the Rangers.

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Texas will pay Scherzer $22.5 million, while the Mets will cover more than $35 million of the remaining terms.

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