The Los Angeles Angels signed left-handed reliever Jose Quijada to a one-year contract, including a club option for 2026. Quijada, recovering from Tommy John surgery, will earn $1.075 million and forgo arbitration. His performance post-surgery shows promise, with a 3.26 ERA and a robust swinging-strike rate, although his command remains a concern, with a 20.2% walk rate in 2023. This contract structure allows for greater team control, important in arbitration as it influences player valuations based on similar contracts.
The Angels announced a one-year deal with Jose Quijada, avoiding arbitration and securing a player with formidable potential, albeit with command issues.
Quijada's new contract, including a $3.75MM option for 2026, reflects both negotiation strategy and the player's tantalizing pitching capabilities after Tommy John recovery.
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