If Pederson can be an improved version of his first-half self, his return could prove a boon for a Rangers team in the middle of a playoff push.

Joc Pederson eyes a Sunday return to the Texas Rangers after rehab games with Frisco as the club will gear up to try to make a playoff push.

SportsLine's proven model has simulated Atlanta vs. Texas 10,000 times and released its MLB best bets for Joey Wentz vs. Nathan Eovaldi on Friday

The Atlanta Braves (44-57) and the Texas Rangers (53-50) open a 3-game interleague series Friday at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. First pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Braves vs. Rangers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

WFAA is keeping track of who the Rangers pick. Their first pick is slotted at No. 12 overall, which is expected to be made at 6:05 p.m. CT on Sunday, according to the team. The No. 52 pick is expected at 8:15 p.m. CT, and the Rangers' final pick of night one (No. 84) should happen at about 8:45 p.m. CT.