The Los Angeles Angels and versatile veteran infielder Kevin Newman are nearing a deal, league sources said Thursday. Newman, 31, had a 1.4 fWAR last season, his best since 2019, built largely on the back of terrific defense at shortstop and second base.

Infielder Kevin Newman, who spent 2024 with the Arizona Diamondbacks, reportedly agreed to join the Los Angeles Angels.

After a year in the desert, former Arizona baseball player Kevin Newman has a new professional home. Newman agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels, the club announced Thursday.