ARLINGTON -- The Rangers only had one option decision for 2026, and to no surprise, it has been exercised.

According to reports, designated hitter Joc Pederson exercised his $18.5 million player option for the 2026 season. The club has not yet confirmed.

Pederson’s deal -- which was signed last December -- includes a mutual option for 2027.

With the Rangers desperately needing power throughout the lineup, Pederson seemed to be the perfect addition to the club going into last season. He hit .275/.393/.515 with 23 home runs for Arizona in 2024, leading to the deal with Texas.

Instead, he put up career lows in nearly every statistical category. Pederson hit .181/.285/.328 with nine home runs, including a franchise-record 0-for-41 slump.

Before fracturing his right hand in May , h

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