Jack Leiter Set to Face Joc Pederson in Live Batting Practice Sessions

Texas Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter is scheduled to throw live batting practice over the weekend, facing teammate Joc Pederson as the veteran hitter works his way back from a hand fracture. Leiter, managing ankle and biceps issues of his own, continues to progress through workouts as the Rangers evaluate their pitching staff and approach the crucial final stretch of the regular season.