Kirby Yates - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Finally gets first save of season Yates struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the save in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Rangers.

Impact Yates was the early favorite for saves, but a knee injury kept him out until early May. The right-hander was eased back into action in low-leverage spots, and the Angels' overall poor performance has led to limited opportunities to close. Yates squandered his first chance at a save Wednesday versus the Athletics, but he bounced back with a scoreless outing and Thursday before getting the save Saturday. He's pitched to a 4.26 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 9:3 K:BB through 6.1 innings this season. Ryan Zeferjahn is the only other pitcher on the roster to have a save for the Angels in 2026 -- Jordan Romano had four before he was designated for assignment in late April. Yates is likely the lead candidate for saves moving forward thanks to his past experience as a closer, though he could face increased competition once Ben Joyce (shoulder) is ready to make his season debut.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mike Trout hits 2-run homer and Angels clinch series over Rangers with 5-2 win

Mike Trout hit a two-run homer, Nolan Schanuel added an RBI double and the Los Angeles Angels clinched a series win with a 5-2 victory over the Texas Rangers

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Squanders save chance Wednesday Yates was charged with a blown save after retiring two batters and allowing one run on one hit and one walk in Wednesday's 6-5 extra-inning loss to the Athletics.

Impact Upon being activated May 5 following a season-opening stint on the injured list due to left knee inflammation, Yates was deployed in lower-leverage spots for each of his first four appearances with the Angels. After the veteran right-hander tossed a pair of clean innings while striking out four of the six batters he faced over his last two outings, manager Kurt Suzuki felt comfortable turning to Yates on Wednesday to protect a one-run lead in the top of the ninth inning. Yates immediately squandered the opportunity, serving up a leadoff home run to Jeff McNeil to tie the game. He was able to induce a groundout and then struck out Lawrence Butler, but Yates was pulled from the game after putting two more runners on via a walk and hit batsmen. Though the Angels' closer situation remains unsettled, Yates' poor showing Wednesday could hurt his case for seeing another save chance anytime soon.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers use Freeway Series to celebrate Kirby Yates Kirby Yates was presented with his 2025 Los Angeles Dodgers World Series ring, gold jersey and cap before Saturday's Freeway Series game.

MAY 17 • DODGERBLUE.COM

Angels activate Manoah, set for first MLB appearance since 2024 ANAHEIM -- A day after veteran reliever Kirby Yates was reinstated from the 15-day injured list, fellow right-hander Alek Manoah was activat...

MAY 6 • MLB.COM

Yates activated to give needed boost to Angels' bullpen ANAHEIM -- The Angels’ bullpen received some much-needed help Tuesday, as veteran Kirby Yates was activated from the 15-day injured list aft...

MAY 6 • MLB.COM

Back from injured list The Angels reinstated Yates (knee) from the 15-day injured list Tuesday.

Impact Yates has spent the first five-plus weeks of the season on the shelf due to left knee inflammation, but he's ready to join the Angels after a four-outing rehab assignment. The veteran right-hander surrendered seven runs in his first three rehab appearances but bounced back with a scoreless frame in his final outing. Yates should be in the mix at closer for the Angels, especially since Jordan Romano was cut loose in late April.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

White Sox take on the Angels after Benintendi's 4-hit game

The Chicago White Sox play the Los Angeles Angels after Andrew Benintendi had four hits on Monday in a 6-0 win over the Angels

MAY 5 • Associated Press

Angels and Mets square off with series tied 1-1

The Los Angeles Angels and New York Mets meet on Sunday with the winner claiming the three-game series

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Angels enter matchup with the Mets on losing streak

The Los Angeles Angels will try to break their seven-game skid when they take on the New York Mets

MAY 2 • Associated Press

Manoah, Joyce, Yates back with Halos as trio ramps up rehab ANAHEIM -- Angels right-handers Alek Manoah, Ben Joyce and Kirby Yates are all set to make rehab appearances with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga...

MAY 2 • MLB.COM

Mets take road losing streak into matchup against the Angels

The New York Mets visit the Los Angeles Angels looking to break a six-game road losing streak

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Angels take 5-game losing streak into matchup with the White Sox

The Los Angeles Angels come into the matchup against the Chicago White Sox after losing five games in a row

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Angels try to stop road slide, face the White Sox

The Los Angeles Angels will attempt to stop their four-game road slide in a matchup against the Chicago White Sox

APRIL 28 • Associated Press

Angels come into matchup with the White Sox on losing streak

The Los Angeles Angels head into the matchup with the Chicago White Sox after losing three games in a row

APRIL 27 • Associated Press

Struggling during rehab stint Yates (knee) has made three minor-league rehab outings since April 17, giving up a combined seven runs on seven hits while posting a 5:1 K:BB over three innings.

Impact Yates' rehab appearances have been spread out, as he's had at least two days off between each outing. The veteran reliever has given up at least one run in each of his one-inning appearances and has served up two homers across his three frames. It's not clear how long the Angels plan to keep Yates on his rehab assignment, and his struggles may not be helping his cause for rejoining the big-league roster in short order. After Jordan Romano was designated for assignment Sunday, the Angels' closer situation is extremely murky, and Yates is a clear candidate to take on the role given his 98 career regular-season saves. However, the club may want to see Yates put together some better outings before feeling comfortable handing him the ball in the ninth inning of close contests.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Royals try to sweep 3-game series against the Angels

The Kansas City Royals play the Los Angeles Angels looking to sweep their three-game series

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Royals bring 1-0 series advantage over Angels into game 2

The Kansas City Royals lead 1-0 in a three-game series with the Los Angeles Angels

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

Angels left wondering what Kirby Yates showing means after rough outing Just a bit of rust, or a sign of things to come?

APRIL 24 • HALOHANGOUT.COM

Rehab transferred to Triple-A Yates (knee) is moving his rehab assignment from Single-A Rancho Cucamonga to Triple-A Salt Lake, per MLB.com.

Impact Yates pitched in one game for Rancho Cucamonga, allowing one run on one hit and one walk while striking out two batters over one inning. He's scheduled to throw for Salt Lake Wednesday and Friday. If those outings go well, Yates could be activated from the IL before the end of April.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays visit the Angels on 3-game road win streak

The Toronto Blue Jays hit the road against the Los Angeles Angels aiming to extend a three-game road winning streak

APRIL 22 • Associated Press

Angels injury update reveals what's next for Grayson Rodriguez and Alek Manoah The latest Los Angeles Angels injury update revealed the statuses of Grayson Rodriguez, Alek Manoah, Ben Joyce, and Kirby Yates.

APRIL 21 • HALOHANGOUT.COM

Angels take 3-game losing streak into matchup with the Blue Jays

The Los Angeles Angels aim to stop a three-game losing streak when they take on the Toronto Blue Jays

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

Angels open 3-game series against the Blue Jays

The Los Angeles Angels host the Toronto Blue Jays to open a three-game series

APRIL 20 • Associated Press

Angels and Padres play, winner takes 3-game series

Both the Los Angeles Angels and the San Diego Padres are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

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