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Texas Rangers' Joc Pederson Out Six Weeks with Fractured Hand

The designated hitter's injury compounds the Rangers' struggles in a challenging season marked by multiple player absences and a subpar record.

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Overview

  • Joc Pederson suffered a fractured right hand after being hit by a pitch during the Rangers' 10-5 loss to the White Sox on May 25, 2025.
  • The injury, confirmed to be a fracture of the fifth metacarpal knuckle, is expected to sideline him for six weeks.
  • Pederson had recently shown signs of improvement at the plate, posting an .864 OPS in his last 17 games, despite a disappointing overall season with a .132 batting average.
  • The Rangers, currently fourth in the AL West with a 25-28 record, are grappling with injuries to several key players, including Corey Seager and Evan Carter.
  • Potential replacements for Pederson include Triple-A players Blaine Crim and Dustin Harris, though the team's offensive struggles remain a concern.