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Tigers Snag Former Angels Pitcher in Free Agency
TL;DR
The Detroit Tigers signed former Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Nick Sandlin to a minor league contract. Sandlin struggled with an 11.42 ERA during his brief stint with the Angels.
Key points
- Detroit Tigers signed Nick Sandlin to a minor league contract
- Sandlin previously played for the Los Angeles Angels
- He had an 11.42 ERA in 8.2 innings with the Angels
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The Detroit Tigers signed former Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Nick Sandlin to a minor league contract on Sunday.
Sandlin, 29, signed with the Angels on a minor league deal, and got the call to the majors midway through April. His time with the Angels didnât last long, though, as he had an 11.42 ERA through just 8.2 innings with the team. He allowed nine hitsâtwo of which were homersâduring that stretch, and saw 11 runs cross the plate on his watch.
Apr 18, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels pitcher Nick Sandlin (52) delivers during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images
The right-hander allowed two or more runs in five of his eight appearances on the season, letting two runs cross in each of his first three appearances in an Angels jersey.
The Angels designated him for assignment May 4, and he elected free agency shortly after on May 6.
Prior to 2026, Sandlin pitched four successful seasons with the Cleveland Guardians, posting a 3.27 ERA through 209 appearances with the club, and one season with the Toronto Blue Jays after Cleveland traded him, during which he had a 2.20 ERA through 19 appearances but spent a majority of the season on the injured list.
Q&A
What were Nick Sandlin's stats with the Los Angeles Angels?
Nick Sandlin had an 11.42 ERA over 8.2 innings, allowing nine hits and 11 runs during his time with the Angels.
Why did the Detroit Tigers sign Nick Sandlin?
The Detroit Tigers signed Nick Sandlin to bolster their pitching depth after his brief and challenging tenure with the Angels.
What is a minor league contract in baseball?
A minor league contract allows a player to join a team's minor league system, often with the potential to be called up to the major leagues.
