LA Angels release outfielder Mickey Moniak, saving $1.7M, to make room for younger talent.

The Los Angeles Angels have released outfielder Mickey Moniak, saving $1.7 million on his salary. Moniak was cut despite earning $483,781 in termination pay after winning salary arbitration. His poor spring performance, hitting .173/.224/.346, contributed to the decision. The move opens up center field for Jo Adell and potentially for 23-year-old outfielder Matthew Lugo, recently acquired from Boston.