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There was a time when Alek Manoah looked like he could be part of the Toronto Blue Jays’ rotation for years. He was big, confident, competitive, and seemed to enjoy pitching in the biggest moments.

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The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / July 29

Angels release Alek Manoah following continued struggles

The Los Angeles Angels have unconditionally released right-handed starting pitcher Alek Manoah following his continued struggles.

Cubs, White Sox Reportedly Showing Interest In Reid Detmers

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MLB News / Bluejaysnation / May 22

Alek Manoah outrighted from Angels 40-man roster

Another former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher is making headlines — and not for positive reasons. The Los Angeles Angels announced yesterday that they have outrighted right-hander Alek Manoah from the 40-man roster after a difficult stretch on the mound in 2026.

MLB News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / May 21

WVU's Gavin Kelly Ranked as the Top College Prospect for the 2027 MLB Draft

Alek Manoah went 11th overall to the Toronto Blue Jays in 2019, and JJ Wetherholt went 7th overall to the St. Louis Cardinals in 2024. Could we see Gavin Kelly become the highest drafted player in WVU baseball history next summer?

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20

Angels Outright Alek Manoah

The Angels announced that right-hander Alek Manoah has been outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake. There wasn’t any announcement about him being designated for assignment but it appears the Halos quietly put him on waivers and he cleared.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / May 17

Angels Option Alek Manoah to Triple-A

Following a disastrous outing last night, the Los Angeles Angels are making a change to their starting rotation. The Angels are optioning Alek Manoah to the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees following his rough start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday.

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Los Angeles Angels News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / May 10

WVU Great Alek Manoah Returns to the Big Leagues for First Time in Two Years

It's been a long, windy road for former West Virginia pitcher Alek Manoah, but he officially made his return to the big leagues on Friday with the Los Angeles Angels.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 8

Ex-Blue Jays star Alek Manoah gets 100% real on returning with Angels

Toronto Blue Jays fans will hopefully look back on Alek Manoah’s time with the team fondly when he returns with the Los Angeles Angels this weekend. He

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / May 7

Angels’ Alek Manoah will serve as reliever vs. Blue Jays this weekend

Alek Manoah could make his first major-league appearance in nearly two years at some point this weekend, and if he does, fittingly, it’ll come against his longtime former team — the Toronto Blue Jays.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / May 6

Angels reinstate RHP Alek Manoah from injured list

The Los Angeles Angels reinstated right-hander Alek Manoah from the 15-day injured list on Wednesday. The former All-Star has not pitched in the major leagues since the 2024 season with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1

Is Alek Manoah close to pitching for Angels? Here’s the latest injury update

28-year-old starting pitcher Alek Manoah signed with the Los Angeles Angels this past offseason. Manoah is recovering from a finger injury, however. He has yet to pitch in an MLB game for the Angels.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / April 27

Jordan Romano DFA’d by Angels

A former Toronto Blue Jay has been released. On Sunday afternoon, the Los Angeles Angels announced that Canadian right-handed reliever Jordan Romano has been released.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21

Angels’ manager Kurt Suzuki shares crucial Alek Manoah injury update before Blue Jays game

Alek Manoah’s injury issues are the reason why a promising Toronto Blue Jays career was cut short, and his attempted return with the Los Angeles Angels hit another snag in Spring Training.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25

Alek Manoah roasted for his tone-deaf comments about the Blue Jays

Alek Manoah has a very high opinion of his contributions to the Toronto Blue Jays. The Los Angeles Angels pitcher Manoah sparked backlash this week with his comments about his former team, the Blue Jays.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 2

Former All-Star Alek Manoah signs with a new team

Former Toronto Blue Jays ace Alek Manoah is getting another shot to rebuild his career on a major league contract. Manoah is signing with the Los Angeles Angels, according to multiple reports.

Angels reportedly set to be rid of MLB's worst contract

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22

Former Blue Jays ace Alek Manoah hit with rough news from Braves

The news is the latest blow to Manoah’s spiraling MLB career.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 20

Could a Healthy Alek Manoah Make an Impact on 2026 Braves?

In the final days of the 2025 season, Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos made the move to add an arm with All-Star experience to the roster.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 30, 2025

A look at the chances of Alek Manoah bouncing back with the Braves

The Atlanta Braves made an intriguing late-season addition when they scooped up former All-Star right-hander Alek Manoah off waivers after he was designated for assignment by the Toronto Blue Jays.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 26, 2025

Braves add former All-Star, hoping to revamp his career

It hasn’t been the easiest past couple of years for the young right-hander.

Blue Jays finally move on from former All-Star

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 24, 2025

Blue Jays finally move on from former All-Star

It is not the ending that anyone would have expected.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 20, 2025

Blue Jays Alek Manoah’s recent outing was a step forward but work still remains

Alek Manoah’s latest minor league outing was one of those starts where the box score doesn’t quite tell the whole story for the former Cy Young finalist. On paper, he gave up just one run over 4 2/3 innings, striking out four while allowing only three hits and two walks.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 15, 2025

Why the Blue Jays need to give up on Alek Manoah

The Blue Jays continue to stand by Alek Manoah in hopes that he can rediscover his form. At this point, it may be best for both sides if the Blue Jays cut the former All-Star loose.

Cubs manager under fire for offensive decision in 2-1 loss to Blue Jays

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 13, 2025

Blue Jays: Alek Manoah struggles in rehab start with Bisons

Another day, another rough outing for Alek Manoah. The Toronto Blue Jays’ ace in 2022 is rehabbing from Tommy John surgery, and he had a tough outing with the Buffalo Bisons on Wednesday afternoon.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / January 3, 2025

Alek Manoah hopes to return to Blue Jays’ rotation for stretch run in 2025

If Alek Manoah has his way in 2025, the 26-year-old hurler will be back pitching for the Toronto Blue Jays down the stretch as they attempt to return to the playoffs following major disappointments in ’24 that saw the club finish last in the AL East at 74-88.