Twins ink ex-Angels closer Parker to 1-year deal

The Minnesota Twins announced Monday the signing of former Los Angeles Angels closer Blake Parker to a one-year contract.

ESPN reported the value of the contract at $3.2 million.

The 33-year-old right-hander appeared in 67 games for the Angels in 2018, posting a 3.26 ERA with 70 strikeouts, 19 walks and a team-high 14 saves in 17 opportunities.

Drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 16th round in 2006, Parker owns a career 3.29 ERA in 229 relief appearances with the Cubs (2012-14), Seattle Mariners (2016), New York Yankees (2016) and Angels (2017-18).

To make room on the 40-man roster, the Twins designated right-hander John Curtiss for release or assignment.

--Field Level Media