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Adam Cimber designated for assignment by Angels

Adam Cimber designated for assignment by Angels

July 22, 2024

After a disappointing season out west, former Toronto Blue Jays reliever Adam Cimber has been designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Angels.

Cimber joined the Angels on a one-year, $1.65 million deal this off-season and has pitched to a 7.03 ERA over 24.1 innings in 2024.

Coming off a year in which he posted a 7.40 ERA over 20.2 innings for the Blue Jays, Cimber has actually improved his strikeout numbers and allowed home runs at a much lower clip in Los Angeles, but he currently has a career-high walk rate, contributing to his bloated ERA.

With the move, the Angels cleared a 40-man roster spot for left-handed pitcher José Quijada, who is returning from the 60-day injured list.

The 33-year-old righty is in his seventh MLB season and was on the 15-day day IL due to shoulder inflammation.

Over 351 career appearances, Cimber owns a 3.75 ERA with 244 strikeouts, seven saves and 323.3 innings pitched.

The Angels will now have seven days to trade Cimber or place him on outright or unconditional release waivers. Since Cimber has more than five years of MLB service time, if he clears outright waivers, he can become a free agent.

The Los Angeles Angels made a surprising move on Tuesday, designating relief pitcher Adam Cimber for assignment. This decision comes as a bit of a shock to many fans and analysts, as Cimber has been a reliable arm out of the bullpen for the Angels this season.

Cimber, 31, was acquired by the Angels in a trade with the Miami Marlins earlier this year. He has appeared in 29 games for the Angels, posting a 3.86 ERA with 26 strikeouts in 28 innings pitched. While these numbers may not jump off the page, Cimber has been a solid contributor to the Angels’ bullpen, often coming in to pitch in high-leverage situations.

So why did the Angels decide to designate Cimber for assignment? It’s likely a combination of factors, including the team’s need to make room on the roster for other players and Cimber’s recent struggles on the mound. In his last few appearances, Cimber has given up multiple runs and has struggled to find his command.

Despite being designated for assignment, there is still a chance that Cimber could remain with the Angels organization. If he clears waivers, he could be outrighted to the minors or traded to another team. Alternatively, the Angels could release him or work out a trade with another team.

Overall, the designation of Adam Cimber for assignment by the Angels is a tough break for the veteran reliever. However, it’s a reminder of the business side of baseball and the constant roster shuffling that teams must navigate throughout the season. Fans will have to wait and see what the future holds for Cimber and whether he will continue to pitch in the big leagues.