The White Sox have released infielder Mike Moustakas and outfielder Kevin Pillar, both of whom were in camp on minor league contracts. Both players had the option to opt out of their contracts today, and it's unclear whether they officially triggered their opt-outs or if Chicago preemptively released them. Moustakas struggled in spring training, while Pillar had a middling performance, and now both players will head back to the open market as free agents.
The Chicago White Sox released Kevin Pillar and Mike Moustakas, while signing Robbie Grossman to a minor league deal. Gavin Sheets' chances of making the team increase with these moves, and John Brebbia's return to the bullpen is a welcome development. Chris Flexen is looking forward to competing, and Eloy Jimenez returned to the lineup after missing a game with a bruised foot.
The Los Angeles Angels staged a stunning comeback, scoring six runs in the seventh inning and three more in the ninth to tie the game against the Houston Astros. Shohei Ohtani hit his MLB-leading 33rd home run to spark the rally, while Mike Moustakas delivered a game-tying three-run homer. The Angels eventually won the game in the 10th inning on a throwing error, ending their six-game losing streak. The victory could provide much-needed momentum for the struggling Angels.
The Los Angeles Angels overcame a six-run deficit in the seventh inning and a three-run deficit in the ninth inning to defeat the Houston Astros 13-12 in 10 innings. Mike Moustakas hit a game-tying three-run homer in the seventh, and Shohei Ohtani hit a solo homer in the ninth to force extra innings. The Angels scored the winning run on a throwing error in the 10th inning. The victory ended the Angels' losing streak and provided a much-needed boost of momentum for the team.
The Los Angeles Angels have acquired infielder Mike Moustakas from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for minor league righty Connor Van Scoyoc. Moustakas, who was released by the Cincinnati Reds in January, will provide depth at first base and the infield corners for the Angels, who are currently tied for the third AL wild-card spot. The 34-year-old left-handed hitter posted a 101 wRC+ in 136 plate appearances with the Rockies this season.
The Colorado Rockies have traded Mike Moustakas to the Los Angeles Angels for minor league pitcher Connor Van Scoyoc. Moustakas played 47 games for the Rockies, batting .270/.360/.435 with four home runs and 17 RBI. The Angels are creating a regular opportunity for Moustakas who can play both corner infield positions. In return, the Rockies are adding 23-year-old minor league pitcher Connor Van Scoyoc.
The Colorado Rockies have informed infielder Mike Moustakas that he has made the team's Opening Day roster. The Rockies will only pay Moustakas the big-league minimum salary of $720,000 this season as he is still owed $22MM of his four-year, $64MM contract with the Reds. The Rockies are also set to select the contract of left-hander Ty Blach and infielder Harold Castro. Moustakas is expected to be the everyday third baseman for the Rockies, with Ryan McMahon sliding over to second to cover for the injured Brendan Rodgers. Castro will play in a utility role, while Blach will slot into a long relief role.
