Angels Trade Jose Soriano to American League Rivals

Angels pitcher Jose Soriano (59) watches from the dugout during the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Angel Stadium on Aug. 1, 2026. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Angels Trade Jose Soriano to American League Rivals

Originally posted on Los Angeles Angels on SI
By J.P. Hoornstra | Last updated Aug 3, 2026 9:38 AM ET

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The Angels bit the bullet.

Pitcher Jose Soriano, whose early season breakout made him one of the most desirable pitchers in trade talks leading up Monday's deadline, has been traded to the Toronto Blue Jays according to multiple reports. Jeff Passan of ESPN.com was first to report the deal.

The Angels will receive top shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala, outfielder Eddie Micheletti and right-hander Angel Rivero from the Blue Jays for Jose Soriano, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) August 3, 2026

Passan and Mitch Bannon of The Athletic report shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala, outfielder Eddie Micheletti and right-hander Angel Rivero will go to Anaheim in the deal, which has yet to be announced by the teams.

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