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Texas Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson suffered a fractured right hand in Saturday's 10-5 loss to the Chicago White Sox, Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said after the game.
CHICAGO — Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson exited Saturday’s game vs. the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field after his right hand was hit by a pitch.
The depleted Texas Rangers lost Joc Pederson when he was hit by a pitch on Saturday, breaking his right hand. Leading off the fourth inning, Pederson was hit by an 87.5 mph cutter from White Sox right-hander Bryse Wilson.
The Texas Rangers have made a significant transaction on Saturday morning. According to an announcement from the team, the Rangers traded away infielder Jonathan Ornelas to the Atlanta Braves organization in exchange for cash considerations.
CHICAGO — Rangers shortstop Corey Seager swung a bat, ran the bases and fielded balls. Soon, the club believes, he’ll do so in a meaningful game. Seager took live batting practice and completed infield drills prior to Saturday’s game vs.
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Josh Jung and Luis Robert will be among the star attractions when the Texas Rangers play the Chicago White Sox on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. ET, at Rate Field. The Rangers are 11th in MLB play with 54 total home runs. The White Sox have pitched to a 4.14 ERA this season, which ranks 22nd in baseball.
Two-time World Series Most Valuable Player Corey Seager took a big step toward returning to the lineup as he faed live pitching for the first time since a hamstring injury forced him to injured list May 13.
Sean Burke allowed one run in six innings Friday to help the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers 4-1, snapping an 11-game skid in the series.
It helped Carter avoid a severe injury. He ran the bases Saturday at Rate Field and was cleared to participate in a live batting practice session before the game. He did not, because shortstop Corey Seager’s portion of the session ran long, but he has swung in the batting cages.