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Halos Make Deal With ChiSox for Pierzynski

Posted on May 25, 2012 at 01:16 AM.

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Catcher AJ Pierzynski will add a veteran left handed bat to the Halos lineup

With Chris Iannetta struggling at the plate (.167, 2 HR, 5 RBI) the Angels had been looking to add a catcher who could help them offensively. Today they came to terms with the Chicago White Sox to acquire veteran catcher AJ Pierzynski (.275, 1 HR, 11 RBI). The White Sox will receive infield prospect Luis Jimenez in return.

Financially the deal is of little risk to the Angels as the 35 year old catcher is in the final year of his contract and is only due $1.4 million for the remainder of the season. Angel management hasn't stated how they plan to use both Pierzynski and Iannetta, but the thought is they will be platooned, with Iannetta starting against left handed pitching and Pierzynski against righties.

The Angels sent C Hank Conger to AAA Salt Lake to clear room on the active roster.