JANSON JUNK NEWS

Milwaukee pitchers hit hard as team drops both games in split-squad doubleheader Janson Junk has a rough opener as he allows four hits and four runs without recording an out in a blowout loss to the A's.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • JSONLINE.COM

Sent to Milwaukee Junk was traded from the Angels to the Brewers on Tuesday along with Elvis Peguero and Adam Seminaris in exchange for Hunter Renfroe.

Impact Junk was acquired by the Angels from the Yankees at the trade deadline in 2021, and he's now on the move once again. The 26-year-old has a 4.74 ERA across 24.2 innings since he made his debut for the Angels in 2021. He worked as a starter at Triple-A last season and had a 4.64 ERA, 1.56 WHIP and 69:18 K:BB across 73.2 innings, but his cleanest path to a roster spot in Milwaukee will come as a reliever.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to minors Junk was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Saturday.

Impact Junk made two starts in his latest stint with the team, tossing five scoreless innings against the Royals in late July before getting knocked around for six runs in 2.1 frames Thursday against Oakland. Mike Mayers had his contract selected to replace Junk on the roster.

AUGUST 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Roughed up by Athletics Junk (1-1) allowed six earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out two across 2.1 innings to take the loss Thursday against the Athletics.

Impact Junk got through two innings without any trouble, but he allowed six of the first seven batters he faced to reach base to begin the third frame to sour his outing quickly. He could remain in the rotation moving forward if the team opts for a six-man rotation, even after the Angles recently promoted Touki Toussaint and acquired Tucker Davidson at the trade deadline. Junk has pitched primarily at Triple-A Salt Late this season and has maintained an impressive 3.88 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 40:11 K:BB across 48.2 innings at the level.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws another start Junk is slated to start Thursday's game against the Athletics in Anaheim.

Impact With Michael Lorenzen (shoulder) on the injured list and Noah Syndergaard having recently been dealt to the Phillies, Junk looks as though he could have a decent amount of leash in the Angels' six-man rotation if he continues to perform well. The right-hander impressed in his first start of the season with the Halos last week in Kansas City, spinning five shutout innings and striking out eight while allowing four hits and one walk.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fans eight in first MLB win Junk (1-0) picked up the win Wednesday, scattering four hits and a walk over five-plus scoreless innings in a 4-0 victory over the Royals. He struck out eight.

Impact In his fifth career big-league start and first of the year, Junk put together an impressive performance as he didn't allow a Kansas City baserunner past second base while setting a new career high in Ks and racking up his first MLB win. The right-hander only got the hook after walking Whit Merrifield to begin the sixth inning. Junk hasn't posted huge strikeout numbers in the minors, but this effort was likely good enough to keep him in the rotation for now, especially if the Angels trade away veteran arms like Noah Syndergaard by the deadline.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Junk's value on display in series-sealing gem KANSAS CITY -- Janson Junk 's third time with the Angels this season was definitely the charm. Recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake for a spot...

JULY 27, 2022 • MLB.COM

Junk shuts down Royals, Angels cruise 4-0 to take series

Janson Junk pitched five-plus innings of four-hit ball for the Angels on Wednesday, earning his first major league win when the Los Angeles bullpen shut down the Kansas City Royals...

JULY 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Called up prior to start Junk was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Wednesday.

Impact Junk has served exclusively as a starter in the minors this year, posting a 3.88 ERA and 1.16 WHIP in 48.2 innings over 10 starts. He made four major-league starts in 2021 and recorded a 3.86 ERA and 1.35 WHIP in 16.1 innings, and he'll make a spot start for the Angels during Wednesday's series finale in Kansas City.

JULY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws spot start Junk will be recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake to start Wednesday's game against Kansas City, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.

Impact Junk's last appearance for the Angels lasted just one inning, tossing a scoreless frame while striking out one May 28 against the Blue Jays. The right-hander owns a 3.88 ERA and 1.15 WHIP with a 40:11 K:BB across 48.2 innings at Triple-A so far in 2022.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returned to Triple-A The Angels optioned Junk to Triple-A Salt Lake on Sunday.

Impact He was sent out to clear room on the 26-man active roster for lefty Jose Suarez, who is expected to be deployed as the Angels' primary pitcher in Sunday's game against the Mariners. Junk was up with the big club for just under a week and didn't make any appearances out of the bullpen.

JUNE 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Angels Junk was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Monday.

Impact Junk threw a single inning of scoreless relief for the Angels in late May but has spent the rest of the year at the Triple-A level. He hasn't been particularly good, posting a 5.08 ERA and 16.6 percent strikeout rate across seven starts, but he'll nevertheless get another opportunity in the majors, seemingly in a relief role. Kenny Rosenberg was optioned to clear space on the roster.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to minors Junk was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Sunday.

Impact Junk was recalled from Salt Lake on Saturday and delivered a scoreless frame, but he'll quickly head back to the minors. Jose Quijada (oblique) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move.

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joins big-league roster Junk was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Saturday.

Impact Junk made his major-league debut last season, posting a 3.86 ERA in four starts as his 2.8 percent walk rate largely overcame a poor 14.1 percent strikeout rate. He'll get another chance despite his unimpressive 4.94 ERA in five Triple-A starts this season, though he appears to be ticketed for a relief role, as the Angels don't have a gap in the rotation at the moment.

MAY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A Junk was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Wednesday.

Impact Junk made two appearances (one start) in Cactus League action this spring and allowed three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four in five innings. He made four starts for the major-league club last year but will begin the 2022 campaign in the minors.

MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Triple-A Junk was optioned by the Angels on Thursday, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.

Impact Junk presumably wasn't going to pitch again this season after starting Wednesday's game against the Rangers, so the Angels may as well give his roster spot to someone who could actually use it. He'll end his rookie season having produced a 3.86 ERA and 1.35 WHIP in four major-league starts. Matt Thaiss was called up to take his place on the roster.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Solid against Rangers Junk allowed two runs on seven hits and no walks with five strikeouts through 4.1 innings, taking a no-decision in Wednesday's 7-2 win over the Rangers.

Impact Junk entered play with as many strikeouts as home runs allowed (five of each) on the season. He flipped that ratio in his favor Wednesday night, striking out a career-high five batters while keeping the ball in the ballpark for all 4.1 of his innings. While he has had trouble with the homer in his three previous starts, his K:BB of 10:2 is pretty solid for a young pitcher. He'll take what he can from this cup of coffee in the majors and vie for a roster spot next season.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Surrenders three runs Wednesday Junk allowed three runs on four hits and one walk while striking out one across four-plus innings in a no-decision versus Houston on Wednesday.

Impact The rookie fell behind early, as Yordan Alvarez tagged him for a first-inning two-run home run. Junk recovered with three consecutive scoreless frames, but he departed after giving up a pair of hits -- including a solo home run -- to begin the fifth. This was certainly a step back after the right-hander allowed just two combined earned runs in his first two starts, though he was far from dominant in either outing. He has registered an equal number of strikeouts (five) as home runs allowed through 12 big-league innings, which isn't exactly a ringing endorsement for his fantasy viability moving forward. Junk's next start is tentatively slated for Wednesday at Texas.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Junk expected to start as Los Angeles hosts Houston

The Astros will start Luis Garcia on Wednesday while the Angels are expected to counter with Janson Junk

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • Associated Press

Receiving another start Junk will start Wednesday's game against the Astros, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact The 25-year-old gave up one earned run in 4.1 frames during his previous start last week, and it appeared he was set to lose his rotation spot with Alex Cobb back from the injured list. Junk will instead receive at least one more turn through the rotation. He's allowed two earned runs on nine hits with four strikeouts and one walk in eight innings across his first two big-league starts.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Solid on limited pitch count Junk allowed one earned run on three hits and no walks while striking out two across 4.1 innings Wednesday against the White Sox. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Junk was only allowed to throw 61 pitches, but he managed improved results as compared to his major-league debut. The only run he allowed came on a solo home run by Yoan Moncada in the fourth inning. Junk excelled at consistently finding the strike zone, as 40 of his 61 pitches went for strikes. Though the outing was positive, Junk may lose his spot in the rotation due to the imminent return of Alex Cobb (finger).

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Making second start Junk is scheduled to start Wednesday's game against the White Sox, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Junk will pick up a second start after he made his big-league debut Sept. 5 against the Rangers, covering 3.2 innings while giving up five runs (one earned) on six hits and a walk to take a loss. The Halos could get Alex Cobb (finger) back from the injured list for Thursday's series finale in Chicago, so unless the team expands its rotation back to six men, Junk may not draw any additional starts beyond Wednesday's outing.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Junk scheduled to start for Angels at White Sox

The White Sox will roll out Dallas Keuchel to the mound Wednesday and the Angels plan to give Janson Junk the start

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • Associated Press

Struggles in MLB debut Junk (0-1) allowed five runs (one earned) on six hits and one walk while striking out two across 3.2 innings, taking the loss to the Rangers on Sunday.

Impact Junk surrendered a pair of home runs to DJ Peters. He struggled to get through the fourth inning, but the four runs in that frame came after a throwing error by Luis Rengifo and didn't count toward Junk's ERA. The 25-year-old isn't not a highly coveted prospect and shouldn't be on most radars for now.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Junk expected to start for Los Angeles against Texas

The Angels will roll out Janson Junk to the mound Sunday and the Rangers plan to give Taylor Hearn the start

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • Associated Press