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The Los Angeles Angels are striving to finally reach the postseason again, after a lengthy drought. It appears that the club is losing hope in one of their relievers. Jordan Romano is getting designated for assignment by the club, the team announced Sunday.
Romano hasn’t been with the Angels long. He is in his first season with the club, after playing for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2025. This year Romano has a 10.13 ERA, in 10 game appearances .
“There are now seven days for the Angels to trade, release or waive Romano,” Sportsnet reported.
Romano was once a star closer in Major League Baseball. He was twice named an All-Star, when he played for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2022 and 2023.
The closer has struggled mightily lately. Although he has four saves on the year, Romano has gotten smacked in several of his recent appearances on the hill.
The Angels are 12-16 on the year . Los Angeles plays the Royals again on Sunday afternoon, and look to avoid being swept.

