As the Angels head toward the first workout of spring training on Feb. 15, we are giving a breakdown of how they stand with their roster. Players acquired this winter include the method of their acquisition in parentheses.
2016 RECAP
Carlos Perez was a revelation in 2015, but his stock dropped in 2016. He started the season as the everyday catcher, but lost his job briefly to Geovany Soto, and then when Soto got hurt Jett Bandy took over. Perez was even demoted to Triple-A to get straightened out.
HOW IT LOOKS RIGHT NOW
The Angels acquired Martin Maldonado (trade from Brewers) in a deal for Bandy.