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Saturday morning Rangers stuff

Good morning, LSB. Joc Pederson has said no thanks on his 2027 mutual option and will hit free agency. Ditto Kyle Higashioka and Jakob Junis. And the Astros have found their new GM after a lengthy search. And that appears…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 2:14 PM
Saturday morning Rangers stuff
Key Things to Know
  • Joc Pederson has declined his mutual contract option for 2027 and will enter free agency.
  • Kyle Higashioka and Jakob Junis will also test free agency alongside Pederson.
  • The Houston Astros completed a lengthy search and hired a new general manager.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Lone Star Ball shared a brief roundup of Major League Baseball developments on Saturday morning. Joc Pederson declined his 2027 mutual contract option, positioning the outfielder and designated hitter to enter free agency.

Additionally, Kyle Higashioka and Jakob Junis are also entering free agency after their respective decisions. Across the state, the Houston Astros concluded a lengthy search by officially naming a new general manager.

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