Joc Pederson IL'd with left hand fracture
The Rangers outfielder lands on the injured list after suffering a left hand fracture, with hopes of returning for the postseason.
Joc Pederson has been placed on the injured list after sustaining a left hand fracture. The Rangers outfielder is expected to miss regular season time but is targeting a return for the postseason. The move is official per MLB.com reporting. His absence removes a key bat from the Texas lineup.
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