The Los Angeles Angels have announced two roster moves before today’s Cactus League game against the Cincinnati Reds. The moves were led by Right-hand pitcher Brett Kerry who was assigned to the roster ahead of today’s game. The roster moves made today, March 9th, 2025, are meant to fill out the roster. Both players are hoped to get playing time while being further evaluated ahead of opening day.
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RHP – Brett Kerry
The Angels have assigned Kerry to the roster today March 9th, 2025 before taking the field against the Reds. Last season Kerry split time between Double-A and Triple-A. He made a total of 22 starts and appeared in another five from the bullpen. He had success in Double-A with the Rocket City Trash Pandas. In 12 games where he started eight of them, he recorded a 2.73 ERA and a 0.83 WHIP over 66 innings. Kerry struck out 84 batters while earning two wins and three losses. He was called up to Triple-A to pitch for the Salt Lake Bees. Where he made 14 starts there. He won three games and suffered three losses. Over 84.2 innings of work, he struck out 65 batters to pair with his 5.95 ERA. Brett Kerry aims to replicate his early success now with the Angels.
1B – Ryan Nicholson
The Los Angeles Angels assigned Nicholson to the roster as part of their March 9th roster moves. Last season Nicholson only played in 33 games between Single-A and Double-A. 30 of those games came with the Inland Empire 66ers in Single-A. Nicholson had 12 doubles, four home runs, 25 RBIs, hit .292, and had a slash line of .403/.504/.907. With Rocket City Trash Pandas in Double-A for three games, he had a .167 batting average and a slash line of .214/.167/.381. While Nicholson’s journey continues, Brett Kerry’s inclusion in the roster is a significant highlight.
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Overview:
The Los Angeles Angels head into a season. The American League West is unpredictable. It’s unclear which team will take hold of the division this year. The Houston Astros have taken some hits with the losses of Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker. The health of the Texas Rangers pitching staff seems questionable. The health of the Seattle Mariners pitching staff also seems uncertain heading into the season. The roster moves made today, March 9th, 2025, may not impact the regular season. However, they give Brett Kerry a chance to demonstrate his capabilities to the big league manager. Kerry’s development and Brett Kerry’s skills will be closely watched.
