Grayson Rodriguez Delivers Encouraging Bullpen in First Spring With Angels

The former Orioles prospect begins a reset in Anaheim after elbow surgery sidelined him in 2025.

Overview

Los Angeles acquired Rodriguez from Baltimore in a one-for-one swap for outfielder Taylor Ward during the offseason.
Rodriguez missed the entire 2025 season following elbow inflammation and debridement surgery.
On Wednesday he threw a bullpen session at Angels camp, and ESPN’s Buster Olney reported he looked and felt good.
The Angels project him as a No. 4 starter, with his Opening Day role dependent on spring progress and health checks.
Rodriguez said a late-night call from Orioles GM Mike Elias delivered the trade news, and he now views the move as a fresh start after hearing from Angels GM Perry Minasian.