Kenley Jansen: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 12

Angels' $10 Million All-Star Linked to AL West Rival If He's Waived by Halos

Kenley Jansen was reportedly on the trading block at the deadline this season. He is a pending free agent, and MLB teams can always use a high-leverage closer like the two-time National League Reliever of the Year.

MLB News / Sporting News / August 12

Kenley Jansen calls out cheating Astros nearly a decade later

Los Angeles Angels closer Kenley Jansen recently brought up the Houston Astros' 2017 World Series championship, which has been shrouded in controversy.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 10

Angels Notes: Mike Trout Trade Urged, Potential Sale of Team Update, Kenley Jansen Wants Milestone

The Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers, 7-4, on Saturday. The Halos improved to 56-61 on the year as Jo Adell and Taylor Ward each brought in 3 RBIs and hit a long ball.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 9

Angels' Kenley Jansen Wants to Reach Historic Milestone Before Retiring

As much as anything in the Angels' organizational DNA, the franchise enjoys helping veteran players climb baseball's all-time leaderboards. From Reggie Jackson to Albert Pujols and now Kenley Jansen, Angel Stadium has been host to many late-career milestones.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 8

Former Dodgers All-Star Provides Major Update on Retirement Timeline

Former Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen revealed how long he plans to play before considering retirement. “My goal is at least four more years after this season,” Jansen said.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7

MLB's active saves leader aiming to pitch 'at least' four more years

Kenley Jansen will turn 38 in September, but the Angels righty isn’t planning on calling it a career anytime soon.

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Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 5

Angels’ Kenley Jansen reveals plans for MLB future

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 4

Angels All-Star Wins Major MLB Award

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Kenley Jansen won his first AL Reliever of the Month award for his performances in July. Jansen won the Reliever of the Month award twice in the National League with the Dodgers, making this the third time he has received the honor overall.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 2

Angels GM Reveals Why He Didn't Trade $10 Million All-Star at Deadline

Kenley Jansen would have fit right in among the many veteran closers who were traded ahead of Thursday's MLB trade deadline. Jansen, a four-time All-Star, has a 2.93 ERA and 20 saves in his 16th major league season.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 31

Former Angels Outfielder Calls Out Halos as Trade Deadline Nears

The Los Angeles Angels have just a few more hours until the trade deadline, and a former player recently called out his former squad for not selling. The

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 30

Angels, Rangers meet again, eye wild-card position

Heading into a 13-game homestand, it appeared the Los Angeles Angels would be sellers at Thursday's trade deadline, with veteran closer Kenley Jansen drawing significant interest.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / July 30

Dodgers notes: Díaz, Smith, Jansen

It was quite the homecoming for former Cincinnati Reds All-Star reliever Alexis Díaz, making his return to Great American Ball Park since being acquired by the Dodgers back in May.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 29

Angels Expected to Cut Ties With $10 Million All-Star at Trade Deadline

It was reported last week that the Los Angeles Angels were open to trading their pending free agents at the trade deadline. While recent reporting suggests the Angels may have had a change of heart, if the Halos do sell, closer Kenley Jansen seems to be at the top of the list of Angels players to be traded.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 28

Dodgers Notes: Top Draft Pick Turns Down LA, Major Roster Move, Kenley Jansen Back to LA?

The Los Angeles Dodgers narrowly lost to the Boston Red Sox, 4-3, on Sunday, losing a series to the Sox for the first time since 2018. Dustin May had a solid performance until the fifth inning, where he allowed three runs including a two-run homer from Alex Bregman.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 27

Dodgers Urged to Bring Back All-Star Fan Favorite in Trade Deadline Deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers are rumored to make a flurry of moves ahead of the trade deadline, but Los Angeles Times columnist Bill Shaikin theorized a deal that would bring a familiar face back to the bullpen at Dodger Stadium.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 27

Angels' $10 Million All-Star Linked to Rival Dodgers in Trade Deadline Deal

Los Angeles Times columnist Bill Shaikin linked Los Angeles Angels closer Kenley Jansen to the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he spent the first 12 seasons of his MLB career, ahead of the trade deadline.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 26

Writer floats Dodgers-Angels Kenley Jansen trade idea

Kenley Jansen’s baseball story has always been intertwined with the Los Angeles Dodgers. From catching Clayton Kershaw in rookie ball to becoming the franchise’s all-time saves leader, Jansen carved out a legacy in Dodger blue.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 20

Angels All-Star Trade Candidate Makes His Intentions Clear as Deadline Looms

Kenley Jansen has emerged as a potential trade candidate for the Los Angeles Angels ahead of the trade deadline. If the Angels decide to be sellers at the deadline, there is a long list of veterans that could be dealt at the deadline, including Jansen.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 14

Angels' $10 Million All-Star Doesn't Want to Be Traded at Deadline

The Los Angeles Angels are chasing a Wild Card spot, and it remains to be seen whether the team will be buyers or sellers at the July 31 trade deadline.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / April 22

Kenley Jansen, Team Group Chat Helping Angels Bond During 2025 Season

The vibe around the Los Angeles Angels clubhouse has appeared different in 2025 from the outside looking in. Last season, the Angels had their young core of players, but they were surrounded by disjointed veterans hoping to prove they still belonged in the Majors.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 11

Angels sign four-time All-Star pitcher to a one-year deal

The right-hander had a 3.29 ERA and 27 saves in 54 appearances last season.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / February 11

Angels solidify back end of bullpen with Kenley Jansen deal

The 37-year-old right-hander posted 56 saves over the past two seasons with the Boston Red Sox, part of the 447 career saves he has notched during his 15-year career.

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