ARLINGTON — Not 12 minutes into his tenure as a Texas Ranger Monday, Joc Pederson, who has apparently eschewed pearls for obsidian jewelry, took the first big swing of his two-year contract.

The 32-year-old's limitations are well documented. That may have helped Texas get a leading man at a supporting-cast price.

HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 02: A detail shot of the pearl necklace worn by Joc Pederson #22 of the ... [+] Atlanta Braves during Game 6 of the 2021 World Series between the Atlanta Braves and the ...

Joc Pederson is the gift that keeps on giving ... Whether it was the wine or the pearls, the fun-loving veteran lightened the mood in Atlanta’s clubhouse and was an integral piece of the ...

The Rangers have officially announced the signing of designated hitter Joc Pederson to a two-year deal with a mutual option for 2027. Pederson, a client of Excel Sports Management, can opt out of ...

After leaving Los Angeles in free agency, Pederson signed with the Chicago Cubs, who then traded him to Atlanta during the 2021 season. The two-time All-Star spent the 2022 and 2023 seasons with the ...