The Los Angeles Angels and Houston Astros are set to begin a California series, coming off the Angels’ 13-5 victory over the Dodgers. In roster moves ahead of that matchup, the Angels released Taijuan Walker, who did not appear in a game for the team and posted a 2.45 ERA in three minor league appearances at Salt Lake. Walker, a former Phillies pitcher, had joined Philadelphia in 2023 and started the 2026 season with the Phillies, posting a rough 1-4 record and a 9.13 ERA before his April release. The article provides context on Walker’s brief tenure with the Phillies, including Phillies’ decision to eat the remaining $18 million on his contract, and highlights his best season with Philly in 2023 when he went 15-6 with a 4.38 ERA in 31 games.
Key Takeaways:
– Angels vs. Astros series kickoff in California following a dominant Angels win over the Dodgers.
– Taijuan Walker released by the Angels after a brief minor league stint; no major league appearances with the Angels yet.
– Walker’s 2026 Phillies tenure was challenged by a 9.13 ERA before release; his strongest Phillies season was 2023 (15-6, 4.38 ERA).
