Angels Make a Bold Move by Claiming Osvaldo Bido
In a surprising turn of events, the Los Angeles Angels have officially claimed right-handed pitcher Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Miami Marlins. This move comes after the Marlins designated him for assignment last week to make room for their new acquisition, Bradley Blalock from the Rockies. While the Angels now have filled their final spot on the 40-man roster with this claim, it’s important to note that their agreement with infielder Yoán Moncada is not yet finalized. Consequently, as they have now utilized their open roster position, they will need to make an adjustment whenever Moncada's deal is officially confirmed.
At 30 years old, Bido finds himself in a bit of a precarious situation, often being regarded as a fringe player. While there are teams interested in his talents, none seem willing to commit to keeping him on their roster for an extended period. Over recent years, he has transitioned between starting and relief roles, showcasing some potential along the way. However, he currently has no options left, making him susceptible to further claims. After finishing the 2025 season with the Athletics, Bido has navigated through waivers to Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, and now Anaheim.
It’s quite likely that multiple teams would prefer to let him pass through waivers unclaimed, which would allow them to retain him as non-roster depth in their minor league systems. Given that he has never been outrighted during his career and possesses less than three years of service time, he wouldn’t be eligible for free agency if he were to be outrighted.
Bido’s most impressive performance in major league baseball occurred in 2024 when he delivered 63 1/3 innings across nine starts and seven relief appearances for the Oakland Athletics. During that season, he maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.41, striking out 24.3% of the batters he faced while issuing walks at a rate of 10%. His elevated fly ball rate was manageable at the Coliseum, known for being pitcher-friendly.
However, things took a turn for the worse in 2025 after the Athletics relocated to a minor league facility. Bido's performance suffered significantly; although he had only surrendered three home runs in 2024, he saw that figure skyrocket to 19 in 2025 within a larger sample of 79 2/3 innings. His strikeout rate dipped to 18.7%, leading to a disappointing ERA of 5.87, factors that likely contributed to his subsequent designation for assignment this winter.
For the time being, Bido has secured a place on the Angels' roster. The Angels face several uncertainties in their starting rotation. While Yusei Kikuchi and José Soriano appear to be solidified in two of the spots, the remaining positions remain up for grabs. Reid Detmers is set to receive another opportunity despite having spent the previous season in a relief role. Furthermore, Grayson Rodriguez and Alek Manoah are eager for a comeback after dealing with injuries. Other pitchers, including Caden Dana, Sam Aldegheri, Jack Kochanowicz, and others, are also vying for spots but may end up serving in the minors as additional depth.
The bullpen situation is similarly fluid, with four slots seemingly occupied by Robert Stephenson, Drew Pomeranz, Jordan Romano, and Kirby Yates. This still leaves plenty of room for other pitchers to step up. Chase Silseth, who no longer has options, could capitalize on this chance, while Ryan Zeferjahn, José Fermín, Sam Bachman, and Cody Laweryson may also compete for a place in the bullpen, with the advantage of having options available.
Should Bido manage to hold onto his position within the Angels' roster, he could see ample opportunities to contribute given his versatility as both a starter and reliever. If he remains with the team through the end of the season, he can be retained for future years through arbitration, adding more intrigue to his situation.
