When the second half of the season began, the Texas Rangers were 8.5 games out of first place in the American League West Division.

The Rangers optioned Jung to the minors to improve the swing decisions that caused him significant issues during the season’s first half.

Jul 26, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien (2) celebrates with teammates after hitting a walk-off RBI single during the tenth inning against the Atlanta Braves at ...