Angels Sign Travis d'Arnaud: Former All-Star Catcher Gets Multiyear Contract in LA

Former All-Star catcher Travis d'Arnaud is on the move, signing a multiyear contract with the Los Angeles Angels.

The Angels made the announcement yesterday, and the deal is reportedly worth $16 million over two years. d'Arnaud is expected to be the Angels' starting catcher, replacing Max Stassi.

d'Arnaud, 33, is a three-time All-Star and has been one of the most consistent catchers in baseball over the past few years. He has a career batting average of .265 with 93 home runs and 381 RBIs. He is also a good defender, with a career fielding percentage of .992.

The Angels are hoping that d'Arnaud can help them improve their offense and defense. The Angels finished last in the AL West in 2022 with a record of 73-89. They have not won a playoff series since 2009.

d'Arnaud is excited to join the Angels and is looking forward to helping them turn things around. He said, "I'm excited to be a part of this team. I think we have a lot of potential, and I'm looking forward to helping us win some games."

The Angels are hoping that d'Arnaud can be a key part of their success in the years to come. He is a proven All-Star and is one of the best catchers in baseball. The Angels are hoping that he can help them get back to the playoffs and contend for a World Series title.