Angels’ Catcher Logan O’Hoppe Out Indefinitely with Fractured Wrist
Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe has been placed on the injured list after suffering a fractured left wrist during Saturday’s game against the Kansas City Royals in Kansas City, Missouri. The injury occurred when O’Hoppe was struck by a foul ball in the seventh inning, and there is currently no timetable for his return.
O’Hoppe described the injury as frustrating, noting that the fractured bone is “such a little thing,” a small pea-sized bone, but one that will keep him sidelined indefinitely. “I’m annoyed because it’s such a little thing, such a tiny bone,” O’Hoppe said. “Obviously I want to be in there every day.”
Despite a slow start to the 2026 season, hitting .205 with a .579 OPS, O’Hoppe had been trending upward recently. He recorded three hits and a walk in games this past Wednesday and Friday, and on Saturday, he threw out two runners attempting to steal bases. “That’s what I’m pissed off about,” O’Hoppe said. “Things started to really feel like they were aligned behind the plate too.”
Angels Adjust Catching Corps After O’Hoppe’s Injury
To fill the roster spot vacated by O’Hoppe, the Angels summoned catcher Sebastian Rivero from Triple-A. Rivero, 27, was batting .239 with a .557 OPS at the minor league level.
Veteran catcher Travis d’Arnaud, 37, will also share catching duties. D’Arnaud had struggled this season, hitting just .125 in 19 plate appearances. Manager Kurt Suzuki said they will “play matchups” between d’Arnaud and Rivero as they adjust to the new lineup dynamics.
“He’s a pro. He knows how to handle a staff and can do some things offensively,” Suzuki said of Rivero.
Pitching Staff Shakeup: Angels Designate Jordan Romano and Shaun Anderson
In a major roster move tied to both O’Hoppe’s injury and a late schedule change, the Angels designated relievers Jordan Romano and Shaun Anderson for assignment on Sunday. Romano, 33, had endured a rough patch, posting a 10.13 ERA in just eight innings after signing a one-year, $2 million deal in the offseason.
Romano started 2026 strong with zero runs allowed and four saves in his first five innings but faltered badly in his last five outings, surrendering nine runs and blowing two consecutive saves. Suzuki acknowledged that rain and pitching needs contributed to the tough decision. “It was a tough call for us,” Suzuki said.
The Angels called up left-hander Joey Lucchesi and right-hander José Fermín to fill the bullpen gaps. Lucchesi has a 4.32 ERA at Triple-A, and Fermín is the only call-up already on the 40-man roster. Rivero and Lucchesi took the roster spots vacated by Romano and Anderson.
Additional Updates: Lineup Changes and Weather Adjustments
On Sunday morning, the Angels were informed that their game time was moved up from 6:20 p.m. to 3:10 p.m. to avoid incoming rain. Suzuki said the schedule change disrupted players’ routines but emphasized the need to adapt. “You’ve got to audible sometimes and make things work,” he noted.
Meanwhile, Suzuki dropped first baseman Nolan Schanuel from the No. 3 to the No. 5 batting spot in response to a season-long slump, which Schanuel partly attributed to an ankle injury earlier this month.
What’s Next for the Angels?
With O’Hoppe sidelined indefinitely, the Angels must rely on a mix of veterans and call-ups behind the plate as they navigate an already unpredictable 2026 season. The pitching relief staff shakeup highlights the team’s urgent need for consistency in high-leverage situations. Fans should watch for how the bullpen stabilizes and how Rivero adapts to major league pitching behind the plate.
The Angels face the Chicago White Sox next Monday at 4:40 p.m. PT, a key chance to assess the reconfigured roster’s resilience at the major league level.
