Angels Sign Former Cy Young Finalist Alek Manoah to $1.95M Deal

Alek Manoah has signed a one-year, $1.95 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels. The former Blue Jays starter, an AL Cy Young finalist in 2022 with a 2.26 ERA, aims for a rebound after a challenging period. He posted a 5.87 ERA in 2023, tore his UCL in 2024 requiring surgery, and only pitched seven Triple-A games (2.97 ERA) in 2025, never reaching the majors. After being waived by Toronto and non-tendered by Atlanta, the Angels are taking a flier, hoping he can return to his previous form.