The Texas Rangers claimed pitcher Dom Hamel off waivers on Sept. 27, 2025, after placing Marcus Semien on the 60-day IL.

The Texas Rangers claimed right-handed pitcher Dom Hamel off waivers from the Orioles on September 27, 2025, optioning him to their Arizona Complex League affiliate. Hamel, a 2021 Mets draft pick, made his MLB debut with one scoreless inning in September before being designated for assignment and claimed by Baltimore, only to be DFA’d again. The move cleared space on the Rangers’ 40-man roster after second baseman Marcus Semien was placed on the 60-day injured list due to a foot injury. Hamel, who played college ball at Dallas Baptist University, has three minor league options and has shown improved control in 2025, though his Triple-A ERA remains high. His shift to relief work suggests a potential role as a long reliever or swingman in 2026.