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Michael Fulmer elects free agency after Angels release him

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:51 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Michael Fulmer elects free agency after Angels release him

Summary

Michael Fulmer, previously a pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels, has become a free agent after clearing waivers and rejecting an outright assignment to the minors. Released by the Angels on August 23, Fulmer had only pitched 3.2 scoreless innings this season. A former Rookie of the Year and All-Star with the Detroit Tigers, he spent six seasons with that organization. His career has been impacted by injuries since 2019, preventing him from reaching 100 innings pitched in any season since 2018. Fulmer is now eligible to sign with any MLB team.

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•Fulmer was designated for assignment by the Angels on August 23.
•He elected free agency after rejecting a minor league assignment.
•The 33-year-old had a successful initial career with the Tigers from 2016 to 2022.
•Injuries have limited his appearances and effectiveness in recent seasons.
•Fulmer's release opens up roster possibilities for the Angels and potential signings for him elsewhere.

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1:51 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers 6-Year Pitcher Elects Free Agency After Release from Angels

What they're saying

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As reported a few days ago, the Los Angeles Angels decided to cut ties with pitcher Michael Fulmer. On Tuesday, August 25, Michael Fulmer cleared waivers, rejected an outright assignment to the minors (because he’s been outrighted before in his career), and is now officially a free agent after being let go by the Angels […] The post Detroit Tigers 6-Year Pitcher Elects Free Agency After Release from Angels appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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