Angels Lose Recently DFA'd Infielder to NL Central Squad
The Los Angeles Angels designated first baseman/outfielder, Alfonso Rivas, for assignment last week. It didn't take long for him to find a new team.
On Monday, Rivas was claimed off waivers by the St. Louis Cardinals. The Angels' public relations team reported the news on X/Twitter.
The Halos DFA'd Rivas last week to make room on the 40-man roster for reliever Robert Stephenson. The 27-year-old was initially claimed off waivers a month ago by the Angels, but didn't last long in the Halos' organization.
Rivas has slashed .243/.324/.349 over parts of three major league seasons with the Chicago Cubs, San Diego Padres, and the Pittsburgh Pirates.
He had a quick stay with the Angels, and will now head to the St. Louis Cardinals, hoping to latch on for a longer stay.
In 2023, Rivas slashed .229/.303/.422 with three home runs and 15 runs batted in. He's shown signs of promise throughout his career, but hasn't gotten enough opportunities to find a long-term home.
