Albert Pujols’ time with the Angels has come to an end, with the club designating the first baseman for assignment in a surprise announcement Thursday.
The future Hall of Fame infielder was in the last season of a 10-year, $240-million contract.
Pujols, 41, had played 24 games this year, batting .198 with five home runs and 12 RBIs. His time with the Angels ends after 1,181 games. He hit 222 of his 667 career home runs with the club.
“The Angels Organization proudly signed Albert Pujols in 2011, and are honored that he has worn an Angels jersey for nearly half of his Hall-of-Fame Career,” Angels owner Arte Moreno said in a statement.