Texas House candidate Mark Teixeira talks key issues facing voters
Republican congressional candidate Mark Teixeira discusses key issues facing Texas voters, including the rising cost of living. Teixeira also weighs in on the Senate race in Texas and his MLB career during 'The Sunday Briefing.'

World Series champion Mark Teixeira wins US House seat in Texas: 'I'm excited'

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You are on the Mark, Teixeira. After Tuesday's election, Texas will be getting a Tex message.

The World Series champion won election to the U.S. House in Texas’ 21st Congressional District, defeating Democrat Kristin Hook. Republican Rep. Chip Roy currently holds the seat, but he decided not to seek re-election, opening the door for Teixeira.

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"Tonight’s victory belongs to the people of Texas’s 21st District. I’m not going to Washington for myself, but rather to be a strong, responsive voice for every family in this district," Teixeira posted on X.

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Texas Rangers first baseman Mark Teixeira against the Chicago Cubs at Hohokam Park in Mesa, Arizona. (Mark J. Rebilas/USA Today Sports)

"Together, we can build a better future for our families, our neighbors, and every community across Texas 21. I’m excited to get to work. I will be praying for all of you and for the future of this great nation. God bless Texas, and God bless America."

In March, the former New York Yankees and Texas Rangers star won the Republican primary for Congress with more than 61% of the vote. According to The Associated Press, Teixeira received 54.52% of the vote, compared with 45.48% for Hook, with 99% of votes counted.

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Former New York Yankee Mark Teixeira throws out a first pitch prior to the game of the Minnesota Twins against the New York Yankees in game two of the 2019 ALDS playoff baseball series at Yankee Stadium. (Brad Penner/USA TODAY Sports)

After Teixeira retired from baseball, he moved back to Texas with his family. The three-time All-Star thanked his family, friends, campaign staff and supporters throughout the campaign.

"I am truly grateful to all of you. And of course, I want to thank all of the voters across the district who placed their trust in me. Nobody will work harder to continue earning that trust," Teixeira said in the statement.

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Mark Teixeira, a congressional candidate in Texas, spoke with members of the Republican team during the annual Congressional Baseball Game on June 10, 2026, in Washington, D.C. (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Teixeira, who blasted 409 home runs in his 14-year MLB career, might not be done slugging. The former first baseman will have an opportunity to showcase his talent in the Congressional Baseball Game.

Unfortunately for baseball fans, the late, legendary broadcaster John Sterling won’t be able to deliver one of his signature calls.

Ryan Canfield is a digital production assistant for Fox News Digital.