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Angels Sign Walker, Opts Out After 2.45 ERA

6/12/2026

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The Los Angeles Angels signed pitcher Taijuan Walker to a minor-league deal in May 2026 after the Phillies released him.
Walker posted a 2.45 ERA over 11 innings in the Angels’ rookie-ball and AAA Salt Lake Bees before exercising his opt-out.
His 1,300+ major-league innings give the Angels depth as Jack Kochanowicz’s Tommy John surgery opens a rotation spot now filled by Sam Aldegheri.

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The Los Angeles Angels signed pitcher Taijuan Walker to a minor-league deal in May 2026 after the Phillies released him.
Walker posted a 2.45 ERA over 11 innings in the Angels’ rookie-ball and AAA Salt Lake Bees before exercising his opt-out.
His 1,300+ major-league innings give the Angels depth as Jack Kochanowicz’s Tommy John surgery opens a rotation spot now filled by Sam Aldegheri.