# Pederson out for regular season with hand fracture

> Rangers DH Joc Pederson won't return before playoffs after being hit by pitch.
- Title: Pederson out for regular season with hand fracture · Mlb
- Summary: Rangers DH Joc Pederson won't return before playoffs after being hit by pitch. Pederson's hand fracture won't heal in time for the regular season, but the…
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## Pederson hit by pitch, fracture confirmed
Rangers DH Joc Pederson was struck by a 93.3 mph fastball from Arizona's Brandon Pfaadt on September 12. Initial X-rays were negative, but a hand specialist later confirmed a left hand fracture.
## Rangers hoped he could play through pain
Pederson and the Rangers initially thought he might return during the regular season. He progressed to swinging off a tee by Tuesday, but wasn't ready to contribute offensively.
## Manager: outside shot at earlier return
Skip Schumaker said there was a chance Pederson could play in upcoming series against Minnesota before the season ended. His second hitting session on the day of the decision showed he wasn't progressing fast enough.

> We were trying to figure out if we could get him back earlier.
## IL move retroactive to September 19
The Rangers placed Pederson on the injured list retroactively, meaning he could return for a potential AL Wild Card series if the team advances to the postseason.
## Pederson's second hand injury this season
This is Pederson's second hand fracture in 2025, his first season with Texas. He previously missed time after being hit by a pitch that caused a right hand fracture.
## Quantrill also moved to 60-day IL
Right-hander Cal Quantrill was moved from the 15-day to the 60-day injured list with a right lat strain. He won't be eligible to return for the postseason.
## Key takeaway

Pederson's hand fracture won't heal in time for the regular season, but the Rangers are banking on his return for postseason play.