Robert Stephenson: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

The five most disappointing MLB free-agent signings

MLB rankings: The five most disappointing free-agent signings

Every Monday during the MLB season, Yardbarker unveils a list devoted to a MLB-related topic. This week, we're ranking the five free-agent signees of the offseason who have disappointed the most.

Three MLB teams that should already push the panic button

Four reasons for the Astros' struggles

Alex Bregman's slow start could cost him millions in free agency

Tarik Skubal, pitching staff have Tigers on playoff trajectory

Blue Jays announcer discusses fans booing Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani

Who could the Marlins trade this summer?

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 23

Angels reliever to undergo Tommy John surgery

The pitcher announced that he’ll undergo the surgery and an internal brace procedure next week.

Ron Washington Believes Process Will Work For Mike Trout & Halos

Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?

The '2023 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / April 18

Robert Stephenson To Miss 2024 Season With Elbow Injury

The Los Angeles Angels announced on Wednesday night after a 5-4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays that right-handed reliever Robert Stephenson will miss the entire 2024 season due to an elbow injury that will require surgery.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17

Angels' big free-agent signing will miss entire 2024 season

It’s a brutal blow for the Halos, who made the veteran their biggest addition of the offseason.

Mike Trout makes his thoughts on a trade from Angels abundantly clear

Ron Washington praises team for fight in 13-inning loss to Rays

Watch: Angels, Islanders announcers honor Yankees legend in broadcast booth

Which MLB players have the most career games played?

The 'Highest-paid MLB players' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 15

Angels' offseason signee being evaluated for elbow soreness

The Angels are dealing with a bit of a scare involving an offseason signee.

Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?

The 'Highest-paid MLB players' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / April 15

Robert Stephenson Exits Rehab Assignment After Four Pitches

The Los Angeles Angels are still anxiously awaiting the debut of their marquee free agent signing this offseason — reliever Robert Stephenson — after being placed on the injured list.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14

Angels reliever exits injured after four pitches in rehab start

Angels reliever exits injured after just four pitches in rehab start

Los Angeles Angels reliever Robert Stephenson had been making progress in his rehab from shoulder inflammation, but he was hit with a setback during a weekend rehab start in the minor leagues.

Red Sox hold off Angels to take rubber match

Angels starter to miss just three weeks after dodging surgery

Rangers recall former first-round pick for MLB debut

Which MLB players have the most career games played?

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 30

Angels reliever targeting late-April return from shoulder issue

Los Angeles signed him to a three-year, $33M free agent deal in January. The 31-year-old was handsomely rewarded for a major in-season turnaround.

Orioles Too Much for the Angels to Handle on Opening Day

Angel in the outfield: Mike Trout primed for big year, but L.A. is not

Los Angles Angels Season Wins Totals Bets and World Series Odds

Which players have hit the most home runs in a season for every MLB franchise?

The 'Highest-paid MLB players' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / LWOSports.com / March 28

Four Bold Predictions for the 2024 Los Angeles Angels

MLB Opening Day is here and the Los Angeles Angels will travel to Baltimore to play the Orioles to open their season. With Shohei Ohtani gone, not many people expect the Angels to be relevant for very long in 2024.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 20

Angels Injured Pitcher Provides Update, Return Timeline

The Los Angeles Angels season hasn't even started yet and they are already dealing with some injuries to their pitching staff. Their high-prized free agent signing, Robert Stephenson, has been dealing with a shoulder injury that has sidelined him and now another pitcher will start the year on the injured list.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 19

Injured Angels Reliever Opens Up About 'Frustrating' Recovery Process

The Los Angeles Angels made their biggest splash this offseason when they signed free agent reliever Robert Stephenson to a three-year, $33 million deal.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / March 16

Jose Soriano Likely To Return To Bullpen If Robert Stephenson Begins Season On Injured List

One intriguing and unexpected storyline that has played a role for the Los Angeles Angels in Spring Training has been the decision to stretch Jose Soriano out as a starter after being one of the team’s more reliable bullpen figures in 2023.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 15

Angels RHP questionable for Opening Day

Angels right-hander Robert Stephenson is still dealing with some shoulder discomfort and may not be in game shape by the time the season starts.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 15

Angels' High-Paid Reliever Suffers Setback, Unlikely to Be Ready for Opening Day

The Angels' front office has taken a decidedly conservative approach to reshaping its 2024 roster without superstar Shohei Ohtani. With the exception of

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 11

Angels High-Paid Reliever Has No Timetable For Return, Hoping to Be Back Opening Day

The Los Angeles Angels are still waiting to see their high-paid signing of this winter, reliever Robert Stephenson. He has been out dealing with a shoulder injury, and right now he has no official timetable for return. Stephenson has not pitched this spring yet, but he is progressing well in his recovery from his injury.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 7

Angels' High-Paid Injured Reliever Unsure About Opening Day Status

On Wednesday, Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington said right-handed reliever Robert Stephenson could be scheduled for another bullpen session in

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / February 29

Robert Stephenson Likely To Begin 2024 Season On Injured List

The Los Angeles Angels shelled out a rare three-year contract to a relief pitcher this offseason when they landed right-handed pitcher Robert Stephenson for $33 million.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 28

Robert Stephenson Explains Interesting Option in His Contract With Angels

The Los Angeles Angels' signing of veteran relief pitcher Robert Stephenson was a little shocking around the league, despite the need in the bullpen for the team.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 26

Robert Stephenson Isn't Expecting to Be Angels' Closer

After completely changing the trajectory of his career with a dominant second half of last season, new Los Angeles Angels reliever Robert Stephenson is ready to show what he can do. Stephenson, 30, joined the Halos on a three-year, $33 million contract.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 25

New Angels Reliever Robert Stephenson Breaks Down Pitch That Revitalized His Career

The Los Angeles Angels' signing of Robert Stephenson came as a surprise, but the veteran right-hander might be just what they need. The Angels' bullpen was one of the worst in Major League Baseball last season, ranking 27th out of 30 teams in FanGraphs' version of Wins Above Replacement.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / January 23

Angels sign RHP Robert Stephenson to 3-year, $33M contract

The Los Angeles Angels have signed free agent reliever Robert Stephenson to a three-year contract worth $33 million, the team said Tuesday. In a corresponding move on the 40-man roster, the Angels designated infielder Alfonso Rivas for assignment.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / January 22

Robert Stephenson Contract Includes Club Option Based On Elbow Health

The Los Angeles Angels made their biggest splash of the offseason thus far by signing one of the best relievers on the market in right-hander Robert Stephenson to a deal reportedly worth $33 million over three years.

Los Angeles Angels News / Fastball on SI / January 22

Los Angeles Angels Create Unique Contract Caveat For Newly-Signed Reliever

Update, 8:35 a.m. EST (1/22): There is a unique contract structure for Stephenson that relates to his elbow health, per Jeff Passan of ESPN: With questions

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / January 19

Robert Stephenson, Angels, Agree to Deal

A tale as old as time: a struggling pitcher heads to Tampa Bay in a minor move and thrives. In 2023, that pitcher was Robert Stephenson, who had just agreed to a 3-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / January 19

MLB Free Agency Rumors: Robert Stephenson Signing With Angels

The Los Angeles Dodgers roster largely appears set but the team has been linked to multiple possibilities over recent weeks, including reported interest in Robert Stephenson and Josh Hader.