Angels Pitcher Sam Aldegheri Sent Back to Triple-A

Aldegheri struggled in his season debut, giving up a solo home run in 1.2 innings.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:40pm

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The Los Angeles Angels have optioned pitcher Sam Aldegheri back to their Triple-A affiliate in Salt Lake City after a disappointing season debut at the major league level. Aldegheri gave up one earned run on a solo home run in 1.2 innings against the New York Yankees before being sent down to rejoin the rotation at Triple-A Salt Lake.

Why it matters

Aldegheri was expected to compete for a spot in the Angels' starting rotation this season, but his rough outing has led the team to send him back to the minors to work on his development. The Angels are hoping he can regain his form at Triple-A before potentially being recalled later in the year.

The details

In his lone appearance for the Angels this season, Aldegheri surrendered a solo home run while recording just five outs against the Yankees. The Angels have now optioned him back to their Triple-A affiliate in Salt Lake City, where he will rejoin their starting rotation and look to work on his pitching.

  • Aldegheri was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • He made his season debut for the Angels on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Sam Aldegheri

A pitcher in the Los Angeles Angels organization who was sent back to their Triple-A affiliate in Salt Lake City after struggling in his season debut at the major league level.

Walbert Urena

A player who has been called up from the minors to replace Aldegheri on the Angels' major league roster.

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What’s next

Aldegheri will look to regain his form and earn another shot with the Angels by performing well at the Triple-A level.

The takeaway

This move highlights the Angels' desire to develop their young pitching talent carefully, with Aldegheri needing more time to refine his skills before contributing at the major league level.