Headlines

  • Cubs, Nico Hoerner Agree To Three-Year Extension
  • Triston McKenzie Shut Down For At Least Two Weeks With Teres Major Strain
  • Brewers Sign Luke Voit To One-Year Deal, Designate Keston Hiura; Brice Turang Makes Roster
  • Yankees To Select Anthony Volpe’s Contract
  • Cardinals To Select Jordan Walker
  • Mets Option Brett Baty, Mark Vientos
  • Previous
  • Next
Register
Login
  • Hoops Rumors
  • Pro Football Rumors
  • Pro Hockey Rumors

MLB Trade Rumors

  • Home
  • Teams
    • AL East
      • Baltimore Orioles
      • Boston Red Sox
      • New York Yankees
      • Tampa Bay Rays
      • Toronto Blue Jays
    • AL Central
      • Chicago White Sox
      • Cleveland Guardians
      • Detroit Tigers
      • Kansas City Royals
      • Minnesota Twins
    • AL West
      • Houston Astros
      • Los Angeles Angels
      • Oakland Athletics
      • Seattle Mariners
      • Texas Rangers
    • NL East
      • Atlanta Braves
      • Miami Marlins
      • New York Mets
      • Philadelphia Phillies
      • Washington Nationals
    • NL Central
      • Chicago Cubs
      • Cincinnati Reds
      • Milwaukee Brewers
      • Pittsburgh Pirates
      • St. Louis Cardinals
    • NL West
      • Arizona Diamondbacks
      • Colorado Rockies
      • Los Angeles Dodgers
      • San Diego Padres
      • San Francisco Giants
  • About
    • MLB Trade Rumors
    • Tim Dierkes
    • Writing team
    • Advertise
    • Archives
  • Contact
  • Tools
    • 2022-23 MLB Free Agent List
    • Top 50 Free Agents
    • Projected Arbitration Salaries For 2023
    • Transaction Tracker
    • Extension Tracker
    • Arbitration Tracker
    • Agency Database
  • NBA/NFL/NHL
    • Hoops Rumors
    • Pro Football Rumors
    • Pro Hockey Rumors
  • App
  • Chats
Go To Pro Hockey Rumors
Go To Hoops Rumors

Angels To Sign Jake Faria To Minor-League Contract

By Anthony Franco | December 6, 2020 at 7:51pm CDT

The Angels are set to sign right-hander Jake Faria to a minor-league deal, reports Jon Heyman of MLB Network (Twitter link). Presumably, he’ll receive an invitation to spring training.

Faria looked like a potential long-term rotation piece with the Rays back in 2017. He broke into the league with 86.2 innings of 3.43 ERA/4.12 FIP ball that season. He couldn’t build upon that success the following year, however. Faria’s strikeout and walk rates each went in the wrong direction and he struggled to a 5.40 ERA in 2018. He was bumped into a bullpen role in a 2019 season split between Tampa Bay and Milwaukee but continued to struggle. The Brewers didn’t bring him back to the majors in 2020, releasing him in September.

Recent struggles notwithstanding, there’s little risk for the Angels in giving the 27-year-old another opportunity. Throughout his MLB career, Faria has generated whiffs at nearly a league average rate. His fastball velocity ticked up from 92.2 MPH in 2018 to 93.7 MPH the following season thanks to his bullpen conversion. Faria could plausibly compete for a job as a starter or as a reliever for a Los Angeles club perennially on the hunt for pitching. There’s not a ton of certainty behind Dylan Bundy, Andrew Heaney and Griffin Canning in the rotation. The Angels also non-tendered five relievers earlier this week, so they’ll surely be on the hunt for bullpen help this winter.

In addition to the Angels, Faria drew the attention of one of his former clubs. The Rays had interest in bringing him back on a minor-league deal. It seems a tougher road to crack the major league pitching staff in Tampa Bay, though, likely factoring into Faria’s decision to instead sign with L.A. The right-hander is also a Southern California native, and he’ll now look to return to the majors with his hometown club.

Share 0 Retweet 9 Send via email0

Los Angeles Angels Transactions Jake Faria

Phillies Deny Any Interest In Trading Zack Wheeler
Main
Latest On 2021 Season Structure
View Comments (51)

Comments

  1. Bluemarlin528

    2 years ago

    Well he pitcher, a step in the right direction

    Reply
    • FredMcGriff for the HOF

      2 years ago

      Next minors Angel signing Teheran?

      Reply
      • DoctorA

        2 years ago

        This move looks like Eppler 2.0 with this dumpster pickup. But I want to give new GM benefit of the doubt and see how it goes before spring.

        Reply
  2. Geno55

    2 years ago

    Low risk signing worth a look

    Reply
    • i like al conin

      2 years ago

      They’re going to build this team NOT with high priced Bauers but elite RP and developing/trading for young SP. That’s long-term success, just like in ATL.

      Reply
      • GeoKaplan

        2 years ago

        That is the correct answer. Bauer would get the headlines, but that is 100% of the budget for one SP. The team needs to trade for Snell/Gray/Marquez/Darvish, and then sign a Tanaka/Odorizzi-type.

        Likewise, no flyers on Archer or similar reclamation projects. This isn’t the time.

        Reply
  3. redsfan20191

    2 years ago

    Nice depth signing for the Angels. I don’t see him playing much of a role in their bullpen but it will be nice for them to have him on hand if they need him in a situation. I am interested to see what the angels do this week at the winter meetings. Since they solved the shortstop situation with the Iglesias trade, it will be interesting on how they fix the starting pitching and bullpen. Hopefully guys like Bauer,Tanaka,Odorizzi or Gray,Snell,Musgrove will be guys they pursue this week. Angels have the prospects to make it work. Whatever they do this week I hope it makes them look like contenders. With trout,Rendon, Iglesias, Upton. and Adell in their lineup it looks solid. I could also see them trying to find a catcher. It’s highly unlikely to me that Stassi or Bemboom starts on opening day. I don’t see them being in on McCann, Realmuto, or Molina either. I thought the Jason Castro signing last winter was decent. He became a nice trade piece at the deadline to get them a good reliever in Gerardo Reyes. I say maybe a Alex Avila or Austin Romine. Gary Sanchez should be available and would make a nice addition. Or would they be interested in let’s say Russell Martin. Hasn’t retired yet and could mentor Bemboom. Just an idea. I don’t expect them to make a huge splash this week like they did last year with Rendon but I do expect them to be in on a lot of players.

    Reply
    • redsfan20191

      2 years ago

      Not to mention Tyler Flowers, Tony Wolters, Or Wilson Ramos who would make great options. Kurt Suzuki is another one. A lot of good options out there

      Reply
      • Cosmo2

        2 years ago

        Mets fan here… you do NOT want Ramos. Bat is ok but not that good and his defense is so bad it actually effects how pitchers throw. As in, they’re afraid to put one in the dirt. Trust me, pass on Ramos. Go with Flowers.

        Reply
        • rule-5-draft-dodger

          2 years ago

          I second the thought, Cosmo. One step ahead of the other catcher in NY who can’t catch it, Gary Sanchez. Sanchez can’t catch them eye level.

    • HalosHeavenJJ

      2 years ago

      I’m hoping for Casili behind the plate. A really nice bat.

      Reply
      • For Love of the Game

        2 years ago

        And very underrated.

        Reply
      • Halo11Fan

        2 years ago

        Heaven, that’s a good call.

        Reply
      • Geno55

        2 years ago

        I’d like to see the Angels convert Taylor Ward back into a catcher as he was drafted as a catcher that would solve that problem

        Reply
    • prov356

      2 years ago

      Redsfan – I agree. However I wouldn’t consider Adell as a piece in the line-up. He barely touched Triple A and it showed in the majors this season. He is not ready. Also, Upton has not proved to be worth the paper his contract is written on. so I wouldn’t be surprised if we grab a couple of outfielders along with pitching, with the latter being the priority.

      Reply
  4. andrewgauldin

    2 years ago

    Just another option. As we have seen probably since 2015, the angels need as many options as possible. Injuries are a virus in Anaheim.
    This one is definitely a good option.

    Reply
    • hossmandu

      2 years ago

      This is confirmation bias. Pitching injuries are no more common with the angels than any other club. Look it up.

      Reply
      • i like al conin

        2 years ago

        Agree. Possibly a function of strength and conditioning practices/coaches, and development, but otherwise, they just had many injury prone players.

        Reply
  5. Get rid of the softball players

    2 years ago

    Nice batting practice pitcher.angels on a roll

    Reply
  6. johnnyangel

    2 years ago

    Solid debut just a few years ago.

    Threw a lot of sliders when he first came up, but has practically abandoned that pitch since. Now he’s a fastball/splitter guy, but with less success.

    If healthy, maybe a guy like Mickey Callaway can help him.

    Who knows? Certainly worth the gamble.

    Reply
    • rule-5-draft-dodger

      2 years ago

      Thank you for the scouting report. I didn’t know. This is the kind of signing that could be worth something if someone can fix him. Surprised Pittsburgh did come calling.

      Reply
  7. Superstar Car Wash

    2 years ago

    Are we sure the Dodgers aren’t his hometown club rather than the Angels, Anthony? Could we get you to display a map, pinpointing where he grew up in relation to how close he was to both ballparks? Or an interview where he mentions the Angels? Thanks in advance, buddy! I’ll check back later for your update.

    Reply
    • Mike's Trout

      2 years ago

      Check his Twitter account. He literally lists Anaheim as his hometown.

      Reply
      • Anthony Franco

        2 years ago

        Ha yeah, his Twitter bio is actually what caused me to add that to the article. I’m from the Northeast and had never heard of La Palma (his birthplace on B-Ref) but figured Faria listing Anaheim as his hometown might be relevant to his signing with the Angels.

        Reply
        • bkbk

          2 years ago

          Dont feed the trolls my dude

        • prov356

          2 years ago

          Nice Franco – Actual facts to support what you write. A very rare occurrence in the media today.

    • chalk73

      2 years ago

      Chill out, take out your SoCal anger out on your elected officials, not a writer for MLB trade rumors.

      Reply
      • bkbk

        2 years ago

        Everyone talks a mess, but California bails out all these net federal negative red state mouth-breathers. We are the embodiment of capitalism over here and eat what we kill, all these no commerce having “hand-out states” are dragging us hard workers down because they dont produce enough value for the country to make their own ends meet. They’re quite literally the only socialists.

        Reply
        • Halo11Fan

          2 years ago

          What’s the debt of California every year. I’m so glad I got out of California. It’s the best decision I ever made.

        • bkbkbkbk

          2 years ago

          All good points, but it ain’t a tie. California’s energy crisis is a federal made crisis that involves the newish civil liability the power cos now have for forest fires. The system will right itnsef eventually.

        • prov356

          2 years ago

          Me too halo11. Thousands more leave every month. It’s my home state but it is unlivable. The good weather can only take you so far when you’re trying to raise a morally sound family.

    • Oddvark

      2 years ago

      A quick Google search finds this article:

      https://www.tampabay.com/sports/baseball/rays/how-the-big-a-helped-inspire-jake-farias-big-league-dream-and-first-kiss/2330482/

      Reply
    • HaloHonk4Life

      2 years ago

      Superstar- Relax dude. The article simply said he’s from SoCal. He went to high school in Cerritos. Which about the midpoint between Angel Stadium and Dodger Stadium. So flip a coin.

      Reply
  8. HalosHeavenJJ

    2 years ago

    If I’m Minasian I’m watching film with Callaway trying to find guys he thinks are a tweak or so away from success.

    Decent depth signing here on the surface. Hopefully something more.

    Reply
    • Vizionaire

      2 years ago

      that will be great. but we need sime pitchers that will hold their place right from the start of the season.

      Reply
      • HalosHeavenJJ

        2 years ago

        For sure. We need them all.

        I’m a big fan of Callaway, though, and I’d value his input if I was GM.

        Reply
  9. dave frost nhlpa

    2 years ago

    Did the Triftpons buy the Angels?
    Your Los Angeles fans love anything,so desperate.
    His numbers continue to go the wrong way.
    This guy is worse than what you had.
    “A good option”,lol.
    “A gamble”
    You’re killing me.

    Reply
    • Vizionaire

      2 years ago

      hurting from macrocephaly?

      Reply
    • DoritosLocosTaco

      2 years ago

      While his numbers are going the wrong way, for the number of doritos locos tacos he commanded with a minor league contract, it is a good gamble. Worst case scenario, he gets released. This is not the move that will make the Angels a playoff team, but it in no way, shape, or form makes them worse…

      Reply
      • OK PLAY3R

        2 years ago

        @doritos

        Agreed
        And any signing that does not make you worse can only make you better 🙂

        Or at least add depth.

        Reply
  10. fljay73

    2 years ago

    He has not pitched well the last few seasons but on a minor league deal the risk is low with upside.

    Reply
  11. DoritosLocosTaco

    2 years ago

    Can he pitch? Oh wait…

    Reply
  12. Halo11Fan

    2 years ago

    The Angels need two bullpen arms they can count on. Not a handful of hopefuls they spend a couple months figuring out which ones can actually get outs. They have made this same mistake for the last half dozen years.

    They need two go two guys day one. They are nowhere near good enough to throw away several wins in March/April and May determining which guys they can trust.

    Reply
  13. Sideline Redwine

    2 years ago

    Hope he can regain success, always liked him. Good dude, too.

    Reply
  14. Jeff Zanghi

    2 years ago

    It’s interesting how much success he had in the minors, I mean he really dominated a few seasons, and then seemed to take a massive step(s) back after his rookie season… he’s still young enough though that he could rediscover his prior form and this could wind up being a massive steal for the Angels. Obviously a lot of “ifs” here BUT he’s clearly shown very impressive skills/results in the past in the minors — and his rookie season in the Majors. Nice low risk signing by the Angels, really big potential upside with virtually no risk associated. Kind of surprised he didn’t have any ML offers from another team given the potential he’s shown in the past.

    Reply
  15. 5toolMVP

    2 years ago

    Forget Ruth!! This guy is the KEY missing piece to the upcoming Wheeler acquisition.

    Reply
  16. Yep it is

    2 years ago

    Same song second verse. New GM some things never change.

    Reply
  17. Rsox

    2 years ago

    It seems like the Angels go into every winter with the same shopping list: Starting Pitching, Relief Pitching, Catcher.

    Reply
  18. rule-5-draft-dodger

    2 years ago

    Little cost on a make-good contract. Every team needs some depth. Not clogging up their 40 man roster, but could be called upon if needed. Still young. Worth the ink.

    Reply
  19. kbaker

    2 years ago

    Could give the Angels a nice back of the rotation/long relief option. Had bright spots in Tampa. They still need an ace though no doubt.

    Reply
  20. srdiaz1972

    2 years ago

    New GM is making the right moves. Now sign Bauer and trade for Blake Snell and things start to look really good for a Trout playoff appearance

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Please login to leave a reply.
Log in Register

ad: 300x250_1_MLB

    Top Stories

    Cubs, Nico Hoerner Agree To Three-Year Extension

    Triston McKenzie Shut Down For At Least Two Weeks With Teres Major Strain

    Brewers Sign Luke Voit To One-Year Deal, Designate Keston Hiura; Brice Turang Makes Roster

    Yankees To Select Anthony Volpe’s Contract

    Cardinals To Select Jordan Walker

    Mets Option Brett Baty, Mark Vientos

    Luke Voit Opts Out Of Minor League Deal With The Brewers

    Mets Sign Dylan Bundy To Minor League Deal

    Reds Acquire Will Benson From Guardians

    Cardinals Sign Miles Mikolas To Two-Year Extension

    Keston Hiura Will Not Make Brewers’ Roster

    Rhys Hoskins Diagnosed With Torn ACL, Will Undergo Surgery

    Jed Lowrie Announces Retirement

    Jose Altuve To Miss About Two Months Due To Thumb Surgery

    Rockies Sign Jurickson Profar

    Braves Option Vaughn Grissom, Braden Shewmake

    Jose Altuve Leaves WBC Game After Hit By Pitch

    Edwin Diaz Undergoes Surgery To Repair Patellar Tendon

    Out Of Options 2023

    Cade Cavalli To Undergo Tommy John Surgery

    Recent

    Cubs, Nico Hoerner Agree To Three-Year Extension

    Triston McKenzie Shut Down For At Least Two Weeks With Teres Major Strain

    Brewers Notes: Hiura, Varland, Miller, Wiemer

    Orioles Acquire Danny Coulombe

    Jackie Bradley Jr., Matt Duffy Will Make Royals’ Roster

    Cubs Outright Rowan Wick, Option Christopher Morel

    Jared Walsh, Max Stassi To Start Season On Injured List; Angels To Select Jake Lamb

    Orioles To Designate Andrew Politi For Assignment

    David Peterson Wins Mets’ Final Rotation Spot; Tylor Megill Optioned To Triple-A

    Orioles Release Nomar Mazara, Franchy Cordero

    MLBTR Newsletter - Hot stove highlights in your inbox, five days a week

    Latest Rumors & News

    Latest Rumors & News

    • Offseason Outlook Series
    Trade Rumors App for iOS and Android

    MLBTR Features

    MLBTR Features

    • Go Ad-Free
    • Projected Arbitration Salaries For 2023
    • 2022-23 MLB Free Agent List
    • 2023-24 MLB Free Agent List
    • MLB Player Chats
    • Transaction Tracker
    • Extension Tracker
    • Agency Database
    • MLBTR On Twitter
    • MLBTR On Facebook
    • Team Facebook Pages
    • How To Set Up Notifications For Breaking News
    • Hoops Rumors
    • Pro Football Rumors
    • Pro Hockey Rumors

    Rumors By Team

    • Angels Rumors
    • Astros Rumors
    • Athletics Rumors
    • Blue Jays Rumors
    • Braves Rumors
    • Brewers Rumors
    • Cardinals Rumors
    • Cubs Rumors
    • Diamondbacks Rumors
    • Dodgers Rumors
    • Giants Rumors
    • Guardians Rumors
    • Mariners Rumors
    • Marlins Rumors
    • Mets Rumors
    • Nationals Rumors
    • Orioles Rumors
    • Padres Rumors
    • Phillies Rumors
    • Pirates Rumors
    • Rangers Rumors
    • Rays Rumors
    • Red Sox Rumors
    • Reds Rumors
    • Rockies Rumors
    • Royals Rumors
    • Tigers Rumors
    • Twins Rumors
    • White Sox Rumors
    • Yankees Rumors

    ad: 160x600_MLB

    Navigation

    • Sitemap
    • Archives
    • Feeds by Team

    MLBTR INFO

    • Advertise
    • About
    • Commenting Policy
    • Privacy Policy

    Connect

    • Contact Us
    • Twitter
    • Facebook
    • RSS Feed

    MLB Trade Rumors is not affiliated with Major League Baseball, MLB or MLB.com

    hide arrowsFOX Sports Engage Network scroll to top
    Close

    Desktop Version | Switch To Mobile Version