Angels Acquire Nationals Relievers Before Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Angels have acquired veteran relievers Andrew Chafin and Luis Garcia from the Washington Nationals in exchange for minor leaguers Jake Eder and Sam Brown, aiming to strengthen their bullpen for a postseason push. Chafin has recorded a 2.70 ERA in 26 appearances this season, while Garcia has a 0.90 ERA in limited action and prior experience with the Dodgers. The Nationals receive Eder, a left-handed pitcher with major league experience, and Brown, a lefty hitter from Double-A. The Dodgers, meanwhile, are reportedly targeting additional bullpen help due to injuries, including potential interest in the Twins’ Griffin Jax and Danny Coulombe, though no deal has been finalized. These transactions come as several teams look to bolster their rosters ahead of the MLB trade deadline. The Angels are seeking to end a decade-long postseason drought with these moves.