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Previewing the 2025-26 free-agent class: Designated hitter

MLBTR continues its position-by-position look at the upcoming free agent class. Before we move on to the pitching, we’ll wrap up the offensive group by looking at the designated hitters.

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79-78 – Rangers lose another with 4-1 defeat to Twins

The Texas Rangers scored a run but the Minnesota Twins scored four runs. The Rangers scored a run in their first at bat tonight. They did not score again for the rest of the evening.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / September 1

Joc Pederson, Rangers look to continue torrid stretch vs. D-backs

The Texas Rangers are playing some of their best baseball entering the final month of the regular season. Still needing a push to enter the American League postseason picture, the visiting Rangers (71-67) begin a three-game interleague series on Monday against the Arizona Diamondbacks (68-70) in Phoenix.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 31

Rangers slide past Athletics for fifth straight win

Jacob deGrom threw five scoreless innings and Joc Pederson homered and drove in three runs on Sunday to help the visiting Texas Rangers post a 9-6 victory over the Athletics and complete a three-game sweep in West Sacramento, Calif.

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MLB News / Angels Nation / August 30

Rangers Crush Angels 20-3 Behind Trio of 3-Run Homers

Adolis García, Joc Pederson, and Kyle Higashioka each launched three-run homers. At the same time, Corey Seager added his team-leading 21st of the season as the Texas Rangers overwhelmed the Los Angeles Angels 20-3 on Wednesday night.

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Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / August 22

Rangers come alive in 9th, walk off Guardians on Joc Pederson's double

Joc Pederson doubled home Corey Seager with the winning run in the bottom of the ninth as the Texas Rangers roared back to walk off the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 on Friday in the opener of a three-game series in Arlington, Texas.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / August 17

Joc Pederson Update Surfaces After Removal From Rangers' Lineup

The Texas Rangers have lost four consecutive games and now face an uphill battle toward making the postseason with a 61–63 record, sitting 5.5 games out of a playoff spot.

Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / August 7

The Rangers Are Hoping Joc Pederson Is Finally Back

Sometimes a player just needs to yell. And yell is what Joc Pederson did Monday night. As soon as the ball left the pinch-hitting Pederson’s bat in the bottom of the ninth against the Yankees, he knew it was gone.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Rangers Facing Joc Pederson Decision After Bruce Bochy's Move

The Texas Rangers dropped their weekend series against the Seattle Mariners, but they remain in the hunt for a postseason berth, sitting at 58–55 and just two games back of the third Wild Card spot.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / July 27

Rangers activate 1B/DH Joc Pederson from injured list

The Texas Rangers activated designated hitter/first baseman Joc Pederson from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Pederson, who missed two months with a fractured right hand, batted fifth as the DH in Sunday's series finale against the visiting Atlanta Braves.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 26

Rangers to Activate Injured Slugger Joc Pederson on Sunday Against Atlanta

ARLINGTON — The Texas Rangers plan to activate Joc Pederson from the 10-day injured list on Sunday and start him against the Atlanta Braves. Rangers manager Bruce Bochy announced the impending move to the media during his pre-game interview.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 26

Rangers Boss Remains Hopeful Injured Joc Pederson Can Join Team Next Week

ARLINGTON — Earlier this week injured Texas Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson left to join Double-A Frisco in Omaha for a rehab assignment. On Thursday, he took his first cuts in a live game since May.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 25

Rangers Skipper Hints That Best Version of Joc Pederson Could Come When He Returns

The Texas Rangers now find themselves in an interesting spot. With their offense starting to heat up, their 53-50 record puts them just 1.5 games out of the final AL Wild Card spot.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 24

Rangers Slugger Joc Pederson Ready to Start Injury Rehab Assignment

The return of Joc Pederson to the Texas Rangers batting order is growing closer to becoming a reality. Pederson participated in another live batting practice on Wednesday in advance of the Rangers’ series finale with the Athletics at Globe Life Field.

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Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Rangers Announce Disappointing Joc Pederson Update

Veteran designated hitter Joc Pederson enters his 12th major-league season, and his first with the Texas Rangers. Pederson originally broke into the majors with the Los Angeles Dodgers, making the first of his two All-Star appearances as a member of the organization.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / May 24

$Rangers DH Joc Pederson fractures right hand$

Rangers DH Joc Pederson fractures right hand

Texas Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson suffered a fractured right hand during Saturday's 10-5 loss to the Chicago White Sox, Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said after the game.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 24

Rangers hit with major injury blow in loss to White Sox

The Rangers were dealt a major injury blow on Saturday when DH Joc Pederson was hit by a pitch in their loss to the White Sox.

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MLB News / SportsTalkATL / December 31

Joc Pederson is still making Braves fans laugh

Joc Pederson is the gift that keeps on giving. Each fan base gets to enjoy him for a little bit before he flies away, and he gave Braves Country a lifetime of memories in just a few months.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30

Joc Pederson calls out division rival after signing with Rangers

Joc Pederson is already talking a big game after signing with the Texas Rangers.

MLB News / Just Baseball / December 23

Texas Rangers Ink Joc Pederson to a Two-Year Deal

The Texas Rangers entered the offseason searching for a solution to their World Series hangover. The Rangers finished the season 78-84, which was very disappointing.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 23

Two-time All-Star to join fifth team since 2021

The Rangers and slugger Joc Pederson have agreed on a contract.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 2

Diamondbacks interested in re-signing veteran DH

Understandably, the Diamondbacks would want him back, as they saw firsthand what a huge impact he can make at the plate.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Just Baseball / November 22

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Joc Pederson

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Larry Brown Sports / November 2

Two-time World Series champion slugger opts for free agency

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MLB News / SportsTalkATL / October 24

Joc Pederson could once again be a target for the Braves in free agency

Amid all of the injuries, the Braves attempted to get the band back together in hopes of conjuring up some of the same magic that led them to the 2021 World Series.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 2, 2024

Could Joc Pederson Return to the Diamondbacks?

The Arizona Diamondbacks signed Joc Pederson last winter to solve their DH problem. In 2023, the position was a practical black hole for the team. Pederson more than fixed the problem, showing himself as one of the best-designated hitters in the league.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / October 1, 2024

Joc Pederson: ‘I loved my time here’ as future with D-backs remains uncertain

From 2015 to 2021, Joc Pederson was a postseason fixture, winning World Series titles with the Dodgers in 2020 and the Braves in 2021, while also making two additional trips to the Fall Classic.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 22, 2024

Former Dodger punishes old team with clutch home run

In his seven years as a Los Angeles Dodger, Joc Pederson blasted 73 home runs at Chavez Ravine. On Tuesday night he delivered a back-breaking home run, this time as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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