"We're just seeing what our options are. Candy's been swinging the bat really well. He's been playing really well. Manager Kurt Suzuki emphasized the team's exploratory approach with Candelario, highlighting his strong performance at the plate and overall play during spring training activities."
"Candelario, 32, has some strong major league seasons on his track record but was hobbled by injuries in the past two campaigns. For what it's worth, he has posted good numbers so far this spring, with a .333/.429/.708 batting line in 28 plate appearances. He won't maintain a .467 batting average on balls in play forever but six of his eight hits have gone for extra bases."
"He currently has no second base experience. He has only played the infield corners in his career. That goes for both the majors and the minors. The Halos have shortstop and first base spoken for, with Nolan Schanuel manning those positions, respectively. Third and second base are more open."
Veteran infielder Jeimer Candelario is impressing the Angels during spring training with strong offensive numbers, batting .333/.429/.708 through 28 plate appearances with six extra-base hits in eight total hits. Manager Kurt Suzuki confirmed the team is evaluating Candelario's options, noting his solid bat performance. At 32 years old, Candelario has a history of strong seasons but struggled with injuries over the past two years, posting a .207/.265/.394 line in 2024-2025. The Reds released him after signing him to a three-year, $45 million deal. The Angels are testing Candelario at second base despite his lack of experience at the position, as he has only played infield corners throughout his career. With shortstop and first base secured, second and third base represent opportunities for Candelario to contribute.
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