Angels, INF Kevin Newman agree to 1-year deal

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The Los Angeles Angels and infielder Kevin Newman agreed to a one-year $2.5 million contract with a club option for 2026, the team announced Thursday.

The option also would be worth $2.5 million and carries a $250,000 buyout should the team decline it.

Catcher Matt Thaiss was designated for assignment to free a space on the 40-man roster. The Angels agreed to a two-year deal wi