The Los Angeles Angels have added experienced right-handed pitcher Taijuan Walker to their roster with a minor league contract, as reported by multiple sources including mlb.com. This move comes after Walker’s release from the Philadelphia Phillies earlier this season.

Walker, who was once an All-Star, had a challenging tenure with the Phillies. He initially joined the team in 2023 under a four-year, $72 million contract. However, his performance did not meet expectations, culminating in a 5.12 ERA over three-plus seasons with the organization.

In the current 2026 season, Walker made five appearances for the Phillies, recording a 9.13 ERA across 22 2/3 innings. Despite these struggles, the 33-year-old pitcher has a career ERA of 4.27 over 256 games, including 234 starts. His career has seen him play for several teams, including the Seattle Mariners, Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Mets, and most recently, the Phillies.

Walker’s addition to the Angels’ minor league system provides the team with a seasoned pitcher who has the potential to contribute if he can regain his form. The Angels are likely hoping that a change of scenery will help Walker rediscover the skills that once made him a valuable asset on the mound.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.