Angels News: Angels Part Ways with Veteran Right-Hander Amid Pitching Staff Shakeup

The Los Angeles Angels have made a significant change to their pitching staff by releasing veteran right-hander José Cisnero . This move comes as the team looks to shake things up amid a challenging season.

Cisnero, who is 35 years old, has had a mixed career with a record of 13 wins and 17 losses, along with a 4.16 ERA over 270 games, all as a reliever. He previously played for the Houston Astros and Detroit Tigers before joining the Angels.

In a related development, Johnny Cueto made his debut for the Angels against the Kansas City Royals. He stepped in to fill the gap left by José Soriano, who is currently on the injured list due to arm fatigue. Cueto pitched 6.1 innings, allowing three runs on eight hits, and received a warm send-off from the fans despite the team's 3-0 loss.

Cueto's experience is expected to provide much-needed leadership to a young pitching staff that has been underperforming. The Angels have been relying on a mix of pitchers, including Carson Fulmer and Tyler Anderson, but Cueto's presence could help stabilize the rotation.

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This release and Cueto's addition reflect the Angels' efforts to improve their performance as they navigate the remainder of the season.