The Los Angeles Angels confirmed Sunday that they have signed right-handed reliever Cody Allen to a one-year deal.Angels general manager Billy Eppler announced the signing, which was reported several days ago by multiple media outlets. The team designated right-hander Miguel Almonte in a corresponding move to clear space on the 40-man roster.Allen, 30, amassed 149 saves in seven seasons with the Cleveland Indians. He went 4-6 with a 4.70 ERA in 70 appearances last season, which marked the first time he posted an ERA above 3.00 since his rookie year in 2012.Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but reports indicated that Allen will receive approximately $9 million.Allen fills a void for the Angels at the back end of the bullpen.Keynan Middleton was the team’s closer early last season, logging six saves in seven chances before sustaining a right elbow injury in mid-May. He subsequently underwent Tommy John surgery, and it is unclear when he will be back on the mound.The Angels’ save leader last season, Blake Parker, signed a free-agent deal with the Minnesota Twins earlier this week.Almonte, 25, was 0-0 with a 10.29 ERA in eight relief appearances for the Angels last season. He is 0-2 with an 8.66 ERA in 19 career relief appearances.
