Angels Sign Former Astros, Rays Outfielder to Minor-League Deal

Jose Siri joins Los Angeles on a contract with an invitation to major league spring training.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 10:31pm

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The Los Angeles Angels have signed outfielder Jose Siri to a minor-league deal, which includes an invitation to major league spring training. Siri, a former member of the Houston Astros and Tampa Bay Rays, is looking to bounce back after an injury-plagued 2025 season with the New York Mets.

Why it matters

The Angels are looking to bolster their outfield depth, with Jo Adell, Josh Lowe, and others lacking significant major league experience. Siri provides a veteran defensive option who can compete for a bench role during spring training.

The details

Siri's deal with the Angels includes an opt-out clause at the end of spring training and again on June 1 if he is not selected to the 26-man roster. The agreement is worth $1.6 million if he makes the major league team. Siri is looking to regain the form that saw him hit 43 home runs and steal 45 bases over the 2023 and 2024 seasons with the Astros and Rays, though contact issues have limited his overall offensive production.

  • Siri fractured his left tibia on April 21, 2025 while playing for the New York Mets.
  • Siri returned to action on September 9, 2025 but appeared in only 16 games for the Mets.
  • The Mets designated Siri for assignment on September 24, 2025 and he elected minor league free agency on September 29, 2025.

The players

Jose Siri

A veteran outfielder who has played for the Houston Astros and Tampa Bay Rays, known for his strong defensive abilities in center field.

Jo Adell

The Angels' primary center fielder, who has struggled defensively at the position.

Josh Lowe

An outfielder acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays, who has limited experience in center field.

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What they’re saying

“We must add more veteran depth to our outfield, and Jose Siri provides that with his defensive skills and experience.”

— Perry Minasian, Angels General Manager

What’s next

Siri will compete for a roster spot during the Angels' spring training camp, with the team needing to decide whether to add him to the 26-man roster by the end of camp or the beginning of June.

The takeaway

The Angels' signing of Jose Siri is a low-risk move to add veteran outfield depth and defensive prowess to their roster, as they look to improve their outfield options beyond their current group of young and inexperienced players.