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Former MLB Star Mark Teixeira Wins Texas GOP Primary
Teixeira to succeed Rep. Chip Roy in 21st congressional district
Published on Mar. 4, 2026
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Retired professional baseball player Mark Teixeira has won the Republican primary in Texas's 21st congressional district, according to Decision Desk HQ. Teixeira defeated a crowded GOP field in the race to succeed Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), who is running for state attorney general. Teixeira, a three-time MLB All-Star and 2009 World Series champion with the New York Yankees, has closely aligned himself with former President Trump and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.
Why it matters
Teixeira's victory in the Republican primary sets him up to succeed the conservative Rep. Chip Roy in a solidly Republican district. His alignment with Trump and Abbott could make him a rising star in the Texas GOP, and his background as a former professional athlete could give him crossover appeal.
The details
Teixeira, who retired from baseball in 2016, threw his name into the race last August after Roy launched his bid for state Attorney General. Trump endorsed Teixeira last month, calling the former first baseman a 'TOTAL WINNER, on and off the field!' In November, Teixeira will face off against one of three Democrats: Kristin Hook, Regina Vanburg and Gary Taylor. Roy defeated Hook by roughly 25 percentage points in 2024.
- Teixeira announced his candidacy in August 2025.
- Trump endorsed Teixeira in February 2026.
- The Republican primary election was held on March 3, 2026.
The players
Mark Teixeira
A retired professional baseball player who won the Republican primary in Texas's 21st congressional district. Teixeira is a three-time MLB All-Star, three-time Silver Slugger, five-time Gold Glove Award winner, and 2009 World Series champion with the New York Yankees.
Chip Roy
The current Republican representative of Texas's 21st congressional district, who is running for state attorney general.
Greg Abbott
The Republican governor of Texas.
Donald Trump
The former president of the United States, who endorsed Teixeira in the Republican primary.
What they’re saying
“In Congress, Mark will work hard to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, Ensure LAW AND ORDER, Champion School Choice, Safeguard our Elections, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment.”
— Donald Trump (Truth Social)
What’s next
In November, Teixeira will face off against one of three Democrats: Kristin Hook, Regina Vanburg and Gary Taylor.
The takeaway
Teixeira's victory in the Republican primary sets him up to succeed the conservative Rep. Chip Roy in a solidly Republican district. His alignment with Trump and Abbott could make him a rising star in the Texas GOP, and his background as a former professional athlete could give him crossover appeal.
