Overview

• Joc Pederson suffered a fractured right hand after being hit by an 87.5 mph cutter from Bryse Wilson during the Rangers’ loss to the White Sox on May 24.
• Pederson initially stayed in the game and scored on a sacrifice fly but was replaced by a pinch hitter in the fifth inning.
• The injury adds to a growing list of sidelined Rangers, including Corey Seager, Evan Carter, and several pitchers, contributing to a 25-28 record and a six-game losing streak.
• Manager Bruce Bochy anticipates Seager’s return as early as next weekend, with Carter expected to begin a minor-league rehab stint within a week.
• The Rangers face lineup challenges with Pederson out for six weeks, potentially looking to Triple-A options like Dustin Harris to fill the void.