The Los Angeles Angels had an eventful start to the offseason, making significant acquisitions to enhance their roster. Following the conclusion of the World Series, General Manager Perry Minasian swiftly signed notable players including Jorge Soler, Kyle Hendricks, Travis d'Arnaud, and Kevin Newman. The highlight of these moves was the acquisition of left-handed pitcher Yusei Kikuchi just before Thanksgiving, marking a focus on strengthening the pitching lineup.
Despite these efforts, the Angels have since experienced a quieter period, with only minor league signings taking place. MLB.com analyst Thomas Harrigan has suggested that Nick Pivetta, a right-handed pitcher who recently declined a qualifying offer from the Boston Red Sox, could be a valuable addition to the Angels. His potential signing, however, comes with the cost of forfeiting a draft pick and a portion of their international bonus pool.
Pivetta's 2023 performance included a 4.14 ERA with a career-high strikeout-to-walk ratio, making him an intriguing prospect for the Angels' rotation that currently features Kikuchi, Tyler Anderson, and Reid Detmers among others. With the offseason still ongoing, the Angels aim to fortify their pitching lineup further, as they position themselves for the upcoming season.
