Angels 2026 Spring Training: A Look at the New Lineup
As the Angels gear up for their first spring training workout on Wednesday, it's time to dive into the roster changes that have shaken up the team this off-season. Get ready to meet the new faces and say goodbye to some familiar ones!
Who's In?
- Vaughn Grissom: Acquired in a trade with the Boston Red Sox, bringing some serious talent to the second base position.
- Josh Lowe: A new outfielder joining the Angels from the Tampa Bay Rays, adding depth to the outfield.
- Alek Manoah: Signed as a free agent from the Atlanta Braves, this right-handed pitcher is a force to be reckoned with.
- Kaleb Ort: Claimed on waivers from the New York Yankees, bringing some much-needed relief pitching.
- Drew Pomeranz: Another free agent signing, this time from the Chicago Cubs, adding experience to the bullpen.
- Grayson Rodriguez: Traded from the Baltimore Orioles, bringing a powerful bat to the lineup.
- Jordan Romano: Signed from the Philadelphia Phillies, this reliever is a key addition to the back-end of the bullpen.
- Kirby Yates: A veteran closer signed from the Dodgers, providing stability in the ninth inning.
Who's Out?
- Tyler Anderson: Unsigned, leaving a gap in the rotation.
- Connor Brogdon: Signed with the Cleveland Guardians, bidding farewell to the Angels.
- Brock Burke: Traded to the Cincinnati Reds, a change of scenery for this talented lefty.
- Andrew Chafin: Unsigned, a free agent now.
- Luis Garcia: Signed with the New York Mets, a tough loss for the Angels.
- Kyle Hendricks: Retiring from baseball, a legendary pitcher hangs up his cleats.
- Kenley Jansen: Signed with the Detroit Tigers, a new challenge for this veteran reliever.
- Luis Rengifo: Unsigned, a talented infielder looking for a new home.
- Hunter Strickland: Unsigned, a relief pitcher seeking new opportunities.
- Chris Taylor: Unsigned, a versatile player now a free agent.
- Taylor Ward: Traded to the Baltimore Orioles, a bittersweet moment for the Angels.
Non-Roster Invitees
- Shaun Anderson
- Tyler Bremner
- Gustavo Campero
- Chris Cortez
- Juan Flores
- Jose Gonzalez
- Austin Gordon
- Joel Hurtado
- Niko Kavadas
- George Klassen
- Nick Madrigal
- Trey Mancini
- Omar Martinez
- Wade Meckler
- Samy Natera
- Angel Perdomo
- Marlon Quinter
- Nelson Rada
- Sebastián Rivero
- Raudí Rodriguez
- Yolmer Sánchez
- Nick Sandlin
- Tayler Saucedo
- Chase Shores
- Nate Snead
- Donovan Walton
- Huascar Ynoa
