Pederson exits after HBP, X-rays clear on left hand
Rangers outfielder Joc Pederson was struck by a pitch on his left hand and left the game, though initial imaging showed no fracture.
Joc Pederson was hit by a pitch on his left hand and did not finish the game. X-rays returned negative, ruling out a fracture. Despite the clean imaging, his day-to-day status remains a concern given the location of the injury. The Rangers have not yet confirmed whether he will be available for the next game.
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Rangers activate Josh Jung and Nathan Eovaldi from injured list
Texas activated third baseman Josh Jung and starter Nathan Eovaldi from the IL, per MLB.com, as the Rangers sit 2.0 games outside the Wild Card cut line.
Josh Jung activated off IL by Texas Rangers
Rangers third baseman Josh Jung has been activated from the injured list and is back in the lineup.
Josh Jung activated off IL by Texas Rangers
The Rangers get a significant offensive boost as third baseman Josh Jung is activated from the injured list.
Josh Jung begins rehab assignment with Triple-A Round Rock for Rangers
Rangers third baseman Josh Jung, on the IL with a calf strain, has started a rehab assignment with Triple-A Round Rock per MLB.com's Kennedi Landry — no return timeline has been reported.
Nathan Eovaldi nearing return for Rangers, but a limited role is expected
Eovaldi threw close to 40 pitches in a Saturday bullpen session, per MLB Trade Rumors, with a live bullpen expected within days.
Kyle Higashioka begins rehab assignment in Triple-A, goes 1-for-5 in first game
Rangers catcher Kyle Higashioka started a Triple-A rehab assignment, going 1-for-5 in his first game; no return timetable has been announced.