Angels roster updates: Meckler, Walton called up, Lowe sent down, Moncada moved to IL
The Angels have made some roster changes.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Josh Lowe (3) runs during the MLB game against the Athletics Wednesday May 20th, 2026 at Angel's Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. ANAHEIM, Calif. - The Los Angeles announced a flurry of moves ahead of Friday's series opener against the Texas Rangers and the lineup will be looking a little different as a result.
Yoán Moncada was placed on the 10-day injured list with right knee inflammation. Los Angeles Angels infielder #5 Yoan Moncada runs the bases during an MLB game against the Florida Marlins on May 24, 2025 in Anaheim, CA. Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune Los Angeles Angels infielder #5 Yoan Moncada runs the bases during an MLB game against the Florida Marlins on May 24, 2025 in Anaheim, CA.
Yusei Kikuchi was transferred from the 15-day to the 60-day injured list as he continues to recover from left shoulder inflammation. Kikuchi recently spoke on his injury, saying that he felt no pain in the area and was planning on ramping up to throwing again in the near future. The Angels selected the contract of infielder Donovan Walton from Triple-A Salt Lake to supplement the loss of Moncada.
In 43 games in Triple-A this season, Walton hit . 282 with a . 909 OPS with seven home runs, 33 RBI's and three stolen bases.