Jordan Romano

Right-hander Jordan Romano has signed a one-year, $2 million deal with the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

The former Blue Jays closer lands a one-year deal with the Angels, who also signed fellow reliever Drew Pomeranz to a one-year pact on Tuesday. Romano was a once-dominant closer for the Blue Jays, but has struggled over the past two seasons, most recently posting an 8.23 ERA in 49 appearances for the Phillies in 2025.

Jordan Romano has not picked up a baseball since experiencing numbness in his right middle fingers and neck stiffness on September 15.

Fantasy Impact

Since he has not picked up a baseball this past week, Romano will not be healthy enough to return to the Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen for the remainder of the regular season. His status for a potential postseason run remains in question.

Jordan Romano did not throw in his scheduled bullpen session on Saturday after experiencing numbness in his right middle fingers and neck stiffness.

Fantasy Impact

After being placed on the injured list on August 26 with right middle finger inflammation, Romano is now experiencing a setback with neck stiffness. Despite this concern, Phillies manager Rob Thomson has not ruled out a return for him this season.

Jordan Romano threw a bullpen session on Sunday and will throw a live batting practice session this week.

Fantasy Impact

Romano, who has been on the injured list since August 26 with right middle finger inflammation, is likely to begin a minor league rehab assignment if his upcoming live batting practice session goes well this week.

Jordan Romano played long toss on Wednesday and is expected to throw a bullpen session on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Romano, who was placed on the 15-day injured list on August 26 with right middle finger inflammation, is progressing well and is expected to pitch again this season.