TEMPE, Ariz. — On Kenley Jansen’s first day in the Angels’ clubhouse on Saturday, it was quickly apparent that the Angels’ closers of the present and future understand their roles. Jansen is 53 saves away from 500, and he’s hoping the Angels can put him in position to make significant progress toward that milestone. Joyce, who seemed to be the Angels’ closer until the team … [Read more...] about Angels’ Kenley Jansen, Ben Joyce excited for the bullpen’s potential
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Angels’ Reid Detmers looks to overcome inconsistencies
TEMPE, Ariz. — Reid Detmers found his locker in the Angels’ spring training clubhouse right between those of Kyle Hendricks and Yusei Kikuchi. That was certainly not a coincidence. The Angels have long believed that Detmers has the stuff to be a frontline starter, and they are hoping the influence of successful veterans like Kikuchi and Hendricks can help him unlock his … [Read more...] about Angels’ Reid Detmers looks to overcome inconsistencies
Angels To Sign Kenley Jansen
The Angels are reportedly in agreement with Kenley Jansen on a one-year, $10MM contract. The Wasserman client will step into the closer’s role and give manager Ron Washington an established option in the ninth inning. The 37-year-old Jansen is coming off yet another fine season of closing, having finished 38 games and tallied 27 saves for the 2024 Red Sox. He notched a 3.29 … [Read more...] about Angels To Sign Kenley Jansen
Which Teams Should Still Sign A Free Agent Starter?
Spring training is beginning to kick off around the league, and as is perennially the case, there are a handful of notable free agents still looking for homes. That's of particular importance for the group of starting pitchers who still remain unsigned. Over the years, we've typically (not always) seen late-signing hitters struggle less than late-signing pitchers. Starting … [Read more...] about Which Teams Should Still Sign A Free Agent Starter?