The Los Angeles Angels have traded reliever Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O’Hoppe to the Texas Rangers in exchange for minor league third baseman Angel Arredondo. The transaction took place prior to Wednesday’s game, signaling a potential shift in the Angels’ roster strategy.

Currently holding a 42-67 record, the Angels sit at the bottom of the American League standings and trail the Rangers by 13½ games in the AL West division. The move appears to be part of a broader effort to rebuild the struggling team.

“We know we have to start shaking up this roster, and today was day one,” said John Mozeliak, the Angels’ interim general manager, emphasizing the organization’s intent to make significant changes following a difficult season start.

Silseth, a relief pitcher, and O’Hoppe, a catcher who has faced performance challenges recently, will now join the Rangers as the Angels look to realign their roster makeup. In return, the Angels acquire Arredondo, a minor league third baseman, indicating a focus on future potential rather than immediate roster impact.

This trade may mark the beginning of a more extensive retooling process for the Angels as they seek to improve their standing and competitiveness within the division.