"The Angels are in agreement to bring back veteran utility player Chris Taylor, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. It's not clear whether it's an MLB deal or a minor league contract with a Spring Training invite, though the latter seems more likely. Taylor is represented by Meister Sports Management. Taylor finished the 2025 season in Orange County. He signed a big league deal after being released by the Dodgers in May. Taylor made 30 appearances for the Halos."
"The former All-Star combined for a .186/.256/.301 batting line over 125 plate appearances between the two Los Angeles teams. Taylor's offense has cratered over the past two seasons. His bat speed and power production have dropped, putting more of a focus on his already high strikeout tallies. He has fanned at a 32% clip while hitting .196/.284/.301 with six home runs over 371 plate appearances in the last two seasons."
The Angels have agreed to bring back veteran utility player Chris Taylor, with terms likely a minor-league contract and Spring Training invite; Taylor is represented by Meister Sports Management. Taylor finished 2025 in Orange County after signing a big league deal following his release by the Dodgers, making 30 appearances and starting across the outfield and at second and third base. He hit .179 in 90 plate appearances, suffered a broken left hand that led to an extended absence, and finished with a combined .186/.256/.301 line over 125 PA. His offense has declined over two seasons, with a 32% strikeout rate and reduced bat speed and power. Taylor remains an above-average runner able to play anywhere except catcher and shortstop and is expected to compete for a bench role with the Angels. He qualifies as an Article XX(b) free agent.
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