Veteran utilityman Chris Taylor has re-signed with the Los Angeles Angels. It's unclear whether the deal is a major league contract or a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training. (Source: Jon Heyman on X)
Fantasy Impact: Taylor, a 12-year veteran at the major league level, struggled last season between the Dodgers and Angels. He slashed just .186/.256/.301 with a pair of home runs in 125 combined plate appearances. Taylor was a fairly productive hitter for the Dodgers between 2017-23, belting 103 of his 110 career home runs over the seven-year span. He also earned his only All-Star nod in 2021. Taylor, who can play second base or anywhere in the outfield, is a lifetime .248 hitter in 3,909 career plate appearances. There isn't a great path to regular at bats for Taylor in Los Angeles so, he'll likely be competing for a bench role with the Angels during camp.
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Josh Simpson has been designated for assignment by the Miami Marlins. The move allows Josh King a spot on the 40-man roster. (Source: Jordan McPherson on X)
Fantasy Impact: Simpson made his major league debut last season with the Marlins and pitched to a 7.34 ERA in 31 appearances. The southpaw allowed 34 hits and 22 walks in 30.2 innings, but did strike out 36 batters. The 28-year-old has had much more success in the minors, pitching to a 4.33 ERA with 318 strikeouts in 226.2 career innings. Teams looking for lefthanded arms could take a flier on Simpson.
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