Los Angeles released reliever Cody Laweryson after previously designating him for assignment during the club's one-year deal to bring back Yoán Moncada. The Angels had claimed Laweryson off waivers from Minnesota following a rookie stretch in which he allowed two runs over 7 2/3 innings with seven strikeouts and no walks. Laweryson posted a 2.86 ERA in Triple-A and owns a 3.39 minor-league ERA with a 27% strikeout rate. Scouting notes cite a 93.2 mph average fastball and limited breaking-ball velocity. An unclear roster move raises the possibility of an undisclosed injury; he is now free to pursue other opportunities.
"Los Angeles claimed Laweryson off waivers from the Twins early in the offseason. The 6'4″ righty made five appearances with Minnesota as a rookie. He allowed two runs (one earned) across 7 2/3 innings, striking out seven without issuing a walk. Laweryson also pitched well in Triple-A, turning in a 2.86 earned run average while striking out a quarter of opposing hitters. The former 14th-round pick has a solid 3.39 ERA with a 27% strikeout percentage over his minor league career."
"Despite the strong production, Laweryson was dropped by a Twins team that has one of the worst bullpens in MLB. His 93.2 mph average fastball isn't especially imposing. He doesn't have a power breaking ball either, sitting 85-86 mph with a cutter while mixing in a low-80s changeup. He'll celebrate his 28th birthday in May. It's not clear why the Angels released Laweryson rather than assigning him to Triple-A. Speculatively speaking, it's possible there's an undisclosed injury at play, as injured players cannot be outrighted."
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