The Angels have despatched right-handed pitcher Gerardo Reyes outright to the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees. That is the second profession outright for Reyes, giving him the choice to reject the project in favor of free company, though it’s unclear if he plans to take action. With solely six video games remaining on the Triple-A schedule, he would possibly desire to play out the remainder of the yr, hoping to get in a single or two extra video games earlier than electing minor league free company within the offseason.
Reyes has been within the Angels group since August 2020. He appeared in two video games for the large league membership in 2022 and eight this season, posting a 6.94 ERA throughout a complete of 11 2/3 innings pitched. Sadly for the 30-year-old, he didn’t look a lot better within the minors this yr, pitching 36 innings and giving up 25 earned runs. His excessive strikeout price is spectacular, however he walks far too many batters and has had hassle holding the ball within the yard. The righty was recalled after which optioned 5 instances this yr – the utmost quantity – earlier than he was designated for project on September 14.
Nonetheless simply 30 years previous with a fastball within the 96-97 mph vary, Reyes ought to have suitors as soon as he elects free company, every time which may be. Previous to his time with the Angels, he hung out within the Rays and Padres organizations.
