ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Los Angeles Angels received a much-needed boost to their bullpen on Saturday, announcing that right-handed reliever has been reinstated from the injured list.
Stephenson, 31, had been sidelined since early May with elbow inflammation, a setback that came after signing a two-year deal with the Angels this past offseason. The veteran right-hander was expected to be a key late-inning option for manager Ron Washington, particularly after his strong 2023 season split between the Pirates and Rays, where he posted a 3.10 ERA with 77 strikeouts over 52 innings.
His return could not come at a better time for Los Angeles. The Angels’ bullpen has struggled to find consistency, ranking near the bottom of the American League in ERA and save conversions. With Stephenson back in the mix, the club hopes to stabilize high-leverage situations alongside closer Carlos Estévez and fellow right-hander Ben Joyce.
To make room on the roster, the Angels optioned reliever Davis Daniel to Triple-A Salt Lake.
Stephenson is expected to be available immediately out of the bullpen as the Angels continue their weekend series at Angel Stadium.
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