Robert Stephenson - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Throws first spring bullpen session Stephenson (shoulder) threw a bullpen session Tuesday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.

Impact It's the first time throwing off a mound this spring for Stephenson. The righty missed all of 2024 and much of 2025 due to arm trouble and dealt with a nerve issue and thoracic outlet syndrome symptoms this offseason. Stephenson is a poor bet to stay healthy, but when he's on the active roster he'll be in the mix for high-leverage appearances.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

One week behind schedule Stephenson said Wednesday that he's about a week behind schedule after dealing with a nerve issue and thoracic outlet syndrome symptoms this offseason, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com r...

Impact Stephenson insists that he feels good now, is slated to throw a bullpen session later this week and is not worried about being ready to go for Opening Day. The veteran reliever missed all of 2024 following UCL reconstruction with an internal brace, and he made only 20 appearances between the majors and rehab outings in 2025 due to more arm problems. It's positive news that Stephenson is currently in a good spot, and he will be among those in the mix to close games for the Angels in 2026 if he can stay healthy. That said, he will remain a major health risk.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Angels closer competition in spring training should have a clear frontrunner The Los Angeles Angels have a number of closer options to sort through in spring training with the clear front runner being oft-injured Robe...

FEBRUARY 4 • HALOHANGOUT.COM

Angels may finally get the payoff they wanted all along from this top signing in 2026 Robert Stephenson has dealt with a lot of injuries during his time with the Los Angeles Angels, but he can finally be a key contributor in 2...

JANUARY 26 • HALOHANGOUT.COM

Could get shot to close in 2026 Stephenson (elbow) could get an opportunity to serve as the Angels' closer next season, Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register reports.

Impact General manager Perry Minasian said Monday that the team is undecided whether it will add an established closer to replace free agent Kenley Jansen. As things stand right now, Stephenson and Ben Joyce (shoulder) appear to be the top in-house candidates for the role. Stephenson missed the entire 2024 season following UCL reconstruction with an internal brace, and he was limited to just 12 appearances for the Angels and eight rehab outings in 2025 because of more arm issues. The righty finished this past season on the injured list with right elbow inflammation, and it's unclear whether he's been able to have a normal offseason throwing program. Stephenson is owed $11 million in 2026 and the Angels have a $2.5 million option on him for 2027 that vested after he needed UCL surgery.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Angels News: Kenley Jansen wants to re-sign, Robert Stephenson's injury, Jo Adell With the 2025 Los Angeles Angels season unceremoniously coming to an end, it's time to look forward to the offseason. The biggest question m...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • HALOHANGOUT.COM

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Shelved with elbow inflammation The Angels placed Stephenson on the 15-day injured list Saturday with right elbow inflammation.

Impact Stephenson's move to the IL will ensure he remains sidelined for the rest of the year after putting up a 2.70 ERA and 1.00 WHIP across 10 innings in the majors. Sam Bachman was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake to fill the hole in the Halos' bullpen.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Jo Adell a one-man show for Angels in 4-3 win over Royals

Jo Adell homered and drove in every run for the Los Angeles Angels in their 4-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Angels' Robert Stephenson hopes to finish season healthy The reliever has missed much of the past two seasons with injuries and, after pitching in a game for the first time since May 30, says he’s...

AUGUST 23, 2025 • DAILYNEWS.COM

Angels reinstate reliever Robert Stephenson from the 60-day injured list

The Los Angeles Angels have reinstated reliever Robert Stephenson from the 60-day injured list

AUGUST 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Activated Friday Stephenson (biceps) was activated from the 60-day injured list Friday.

Impact Stephenson has been on the shelf since June 2 due to right biceps inflammation, and after a lengthy rehab process, he's been cleared to rejoin the active roster. The 32-year-old has appeared in just two MLB games this season, tossing a scoreless inning with two strikeouts. He yielded two runs across three innings in three rehab appearances. Chase Silseth was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake in a corresponding move.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Angels take on the Cubs in first of 3-game series

The Los Angeles Angels begin a three-game series at home against the Chicago Cubs on Friday

AUGUST 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds bring 3-game win streak into game against the Angels

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AUGUST 20, 2025 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Likely to log one more rehab outing Stephenson (biceps) will likely make one more minor-league rehab appearance before being activated off the 60-day IL, per MLB.com

Impact Angels interim manager Ray Montgomery said Sunday that Stephenson is "in a good spot" through two rehab outings. In those appearances, the veteran reliever has given up two runs (both in the first outing) on two hits while posting a 4:1 K:BB over two innings. Stephenson has pitched in only one game for the big-league club this season, but it appears he'll be back before the end of August to provide a boost to the Angels' bullpen.

AUGUST 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Angels host the Reds to open 3-game series

The Los Angeles Angels open a three-game series at home against the Cincinnati Reds on Monday

AUGUST 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Angels take road skid into matchup against the Athletics

The Los Angeles Angels will attempt to break their three-game road skid in a matchup with the Athletics

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Athletics host the Angels to start 3-game series

The Athletics host the Los Angeles Angels to begin a three-game series

AUGUST 15, 2025 • Associated Press

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