The hot-hitting Josh Smith filled in at designated hitters against a right-hander, which has been Pederson's role. Unfortunately for Pederson, a season-opening slump (3-for-55, .055) may cost him some ...

Pederson batted fifth in the order and went 0-for-2 in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Dodgers.

When the designated hitter cannot hit, you designate a break. Texas Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson, in the midst of a ...