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Angels Add Veteran Relievers García and Chafin at Trade Deadline

The Angels bolstered their struggling bullpen to support their push for an AL wild-card spot.

Jul 29, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Washington Nationals relief pitcher Andrew Chafin (53) delivers a pitch during the fifth inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images/ File Photo
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - JULY 28: Luis Rengifo #2 and Taylor Ward #3 of the Los Angeles Angels celebrate a 6-4 win against the Texas Rangers at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on July 28, 2025 in Anaheim, California.
General manager Perry Minasian of the Los Angeles Angels talks to the media before the game against the Kansas City Royals at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on June 20, 2022 in Anaheim, California.
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Overview

  • Los Angeles acquired RHP Luis García, who posted a 0.90 ERA in 10 appearances for Washington, and LHP Andrew Chafin, who has a 2.70 ERA over 26 games this season.
  • Washington received left-hander Jake Eder—who has a 6.11 ERA in Triple-A and a 4.91 ERA in eight MLB outings—and Double-A first baseman Sam Brown, who hit .244 with a .704 OPS.
  • The Angels designated left-hander José Quijada for assignment to open a 40-man roster spot for their new bullpen additions.
  • At 53–55, Los Angeles sits four games back of the final AL wild-card position and seeks its first postseason berth since 2014.
  • With the Nationals out of contention, the deal kicks off a wider reliever selloff as they look to restock their farm system before season’s end.