Updates on Angels' injured pitchers
Four Angels pitchers continue their progression as they work on their returns from injury.
The Los Angeles Angels pitcher Alek Manoah (47) pitches the ball against The Arizona Diamondbacks ,February 22nd, 2026 in Scottsdale Arizona. ANAHEIM, Calif. — Ahead of the Angels' game on Friday night to kick off a six-game home stand, there were updates on four of the notable pitchers recovering from injuries.
Ben Joyce Flame-throwing right-hander Ben Joyce made his first rehab assignment appearance with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga and pitched a clean inning. He struck out one, walked one and allowed one hit, but didn't allow a run. Joyce is recovering from a torn labrum from last May.
He said his shoulder feels great and is recovering well, and that he was able to pitch without holding anything back. The broadcast feed showed Joyce's fastball ranging from 97 to 101 mph. "Heater felt great," Joyce said.
"Slider was good. Just getting the feel back on the game now. It's a little different adrenaline or whatever you want to say, but I thought the stuff's been really good so far, and just keep building on it.