Anthony Rendon

The Los Angeles Angels and third baseman Anthony Rendon have agreed to a contract buyout, ending his tenure with the club.

Fantasy Impact

The final one year and $38 million of Rendon's contract will be deferred over the next three to five years as part of the agreement, allowing the Angels some more financial wiggle room this offseason. Rendon's seven-year, $245 million contract he signed with the Angels prior to the 2019 season was nothing short of a disaster as he hit .242 with 22 home runs and a .717 OPS across just 257 games played, generating a 3.9 bWAR in the process. Rendon will not play in the 2026 season but is not officially retired.

Anthony Rendon is not expected to play in 2026 and the Angels are considering buying out the last year of his contract.

Fantasy Impact

Angels GM Perry Minasian wouldn’t comment on Rendon’s contract situation. Per Bollinger, the team could defer the last year of his deal. Either way, he is not expected to play in the 2026 season.

The Angels placed Anthony Rendon on the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

It was announced earlier this week that Rendon was set to undergo surgery on his hip. He is without a clear timetable to return.

Anthony Rendon is undergoing hip surgery and will be sidelined indefinitely.

Fantasy Impact

Rendon reportedly had a setback in his rehab over the past few weeks. It is unclear if he will play for the Angels again.

Anthony Rendon reportedly could enter the season as the backup first baseman for the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

Rendon has not played more than 58 games in any of his five games with the Angels. He could serve as the backup at both first base and third base as he isn't expected to get every day reps.