Neris Agrees Minor League Deal with Angels

Los Angeles Angels bolstered their pitching depth on Thursday, April 17, 2025, signing veteran right-hander Héctor Neris to a Minor League contract, according to the team’s transactions page.

Short Stint with Atlanta Braves

Prior to joining the Angels, Neris spent the spring with the Atlanta Braves, where he appeared in two games, allowing five hits and five earned runs in just one inning of work.

Angels Assign Neris to Arizona Complex League

The Angels have assigned Neris to the Arizona Complex League (ACL) for him to get back into rhythm after spending several weeks away from the mound.

Neris’ MLB Career and Legacy

This 35-year-old Dominican Republic native has worn four different uniforms in his MLB career – Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros, Chicago Cubs, and now the Los Angeles Angels. With over a decade of experience and earnings surpassing $36 million, Neris aims to continue his success with his new team, currently second in the AL West division.

FAQs

• When did Neris last play in the majors? Neris last appeared in an MLB game on September 29, 2024, with the Chicago Cubs.
• What is Neris’ career ERA? The veteran pitcher has a career ERA of 3.74 over 10 seasons in the majors.

Did you know?

Neris recorded 31 saves in 2018 as a closer for the Philadelphia Phillies.

Next Steps for Neris and the Angels

Neris will look to build up his arm strength and sharpness in the Arizona Complex League before potentially earning a promotion to the big leagues with the Angels.

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