Angels Scratch José Soriano from Scheduled Start Amid Trade Deadline Uncertainty

The Los Angeles Angels announced on Saturday that right-hander José Soriano will not make his scheduled start, with Brent Suter stepping in for a bullpen game. This decision comes as the team approaches the trade deadline, prompting interim general manager John Mozeliak to express the need for caution during this uncertain period.

Mozeliak indicated that the Angels are considering a different approach to the trade deadline compared to previous years, where they typically avoided trading players with multiple years of control. Reports suggest the team may be more open to trading players like Soriano, Reid Detmers, and Zach Neto. Recently, the Angels traded Chase Silseth and Logan O’Hoppe to the Rangers.

At 27 years old, Soriano has emerged as a valuable pitcher, currently earning $2.9 million this season and under club control through 2028. His performance this season has been strong, with a 3.29 ERA and a notable strikeout rate. While he has cooled off since a dominant start, his power pitching and affordability make him an attractive option for teams seeking arms in the market.