ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Los Angeles Angels have agreed to a minor league contract with veteran right-handed reliever Miguel Castro, according to a report from the New York Post’s Jon Heyman. The deal includes an invitation to major league camp, giving Castro an opportunity to compete for a roster spot during Spring Training.

Miguel Castro signs with Angels. Minors deal.

— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) January 15, 2026

Castro, who recently turned 31, has already compiled an extensive major league résumé despite his relatively young age. He debuted in the big leagues at just 20 years old and has since pitched for seven different organizations across parts of 11 MLB seasons. Because of his early arrival to the majors and continued presence at that level, Castro is nearing nine full years of service time, a notable milestone for a pitcher still in his early 30s.

The right-hander spent the early portion of the 2025 season in the Houston Astros organization but did not appear in a major league game before being traded to the Chicago White Sox in May. Houston dealt Castro in exchange for international bonus pool space, and Chicago quickly added him to its active roster. His stint with the White Sox was brief, as Castro suffered a torn patellar tendon in his knee while covering first base on a ground ball. The injury ended his season after just six appearances.

Over his major league career, Castro has worked almost exclusively out of the bullpen, logging 466 2/3 innings. While he technically has four starts on his record, those outings came as an opener rather than in a traditional starting role. Listed at 6-foot-7 and 201 pounds, Castro is known for his power sinker, which has averaged 96.5 mph throughout his career and helped him generate above-average ground-ball rates.

Statistically, Castro owns a career 4.24 ERA at the major league level. His strikeout and walk rates have generally lagged behind league averages, but his ability to keep the ball on the ground has allowed him to carve out a long career as a middle-relief option. Even during his limited action last season, his velocity remained intact, both in the majors and at Triple-A.

Castro joins an Angels bullpen that features several veteran arms attempting to rebound from injuries or recent struggles. With few established relievers locked into defined roles, spring training could present an opening for Castro to earn his way onto the roster.Â