Los Angeles Angels pitchers Jose Suarez and Jose Cisnero are both being delayed to spring training, Suarez due to a family matter and Cisnero due to a visa issue. Suarez, a 26-year-old left-hander, had a disastrous year in 2023 in his fifth year in Anaheim, posting an 8.29 ERA and 1.96 WHIP with 20 walks and 28 strikeouts in just 33 2/3 innings over 11 appearances over seven starts. Cisnero, a 34-year-old right-hander, had a 5.31 ERA and 1.48 WHIP with two saves, 25 walks and a career-high 70 strikeouts in 59 1/3 relief innings in his fifth year with the Detroit Tigers last year. The Angels signed the Dominican reliever to a one-year, $1.75 million contract this month to give them more bullpen depth in 2024.

Free-agent relief pitcher Jose Cisnero signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels. The veteran reliever put up a poor 5.31 ERA, 1.483 WHIP, and 70:25 K/BB over 59 1/3 innings last season as a member of the Detroit Tigers. While the ERA and WHIP leave a lot to be desired, he still put up solid strikeout numbers. He should work in middle relief for the Angels this season and could have some deep fantasy value in leagues that count holds.

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Jose Cisnero (illness) is being listed as day-to-day in camp with a non-COVID illness. Cisnero also dealt with a neck injury earlier in spring training, so he's only made one Grapefruit League appearance to this point. The 33-year-old should be ready to go again in a day or two. He put up a career-best 1.08 ERA (3.67 FIP), 1.36 WHIP and 23 strikeouts in 25 relief innings over 28 appearances out of the bullpen for the Tigers in 2022 in his fourth year with the team. Cisnero only really has fantasy appeal in deep holds leagues in a setup role for the Tigers alongside Jason Foley in front of expected closer Alex Lange.

The Detroit Tigers and relief pitcher Jose Cisnero agreed to a one-year, $2.287 million deal on Friday to avoid salary arbitration. Cisnero had an excellent 1.08 ERA (3.67 FIP), 1.36 WHIP, 19 walks and 23 strikeouts for the Tigers in 2022, but he only threw 25 relief innings due to an injury and personal issues. The 33-year-old right-hander will not be so fortunate next year if he is unable to limit his number of walks. Cisnero will only be attractive in 2023 deep holds leagues as a setup man in front of expected closer Alex Lange.

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Jose Cisnero(shoulder) was placed on the 60-day injured list on Wednesday due to a right shoulder sprain. Pitchers Will Vest, Drew Hutchison, Jacob Barnes and Elvin Rodriguez have all made the Opening Day bullpen. Infielder Willi Castro will start the year at Triple-A. The injury troubles continue for Cisnero, whose 2021 season ended early when he injured his elbow falling down the stairs. The 32-year-old will miss the first couple of months this year. The Tigers will also be missing veteran Andrew Chafin to open the season, so the Tigers will have to step up in the late innings in order to get the ball to closer Gregory Soto. Cisnero had a 3.65 ERA, a 1.33 WHIP, four saves and 62 K's in 61 2/3 relief outings in 2021.

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Jose Cisnero (elbow) will not pitch again in 2021, according to Tigers manager A.J. Hinch. Cisnero landed on the injured list on September 14 after suffering a right elbow laceration. The injury occurred after he slipped on the stairs at his house. He has been with the Tigers lately and has been playing catch on the side, but the team didn't think there was a reason to bring him back for a final bullpen stint or two. The 32-year-old right-hander had a decent year out of the pen. Over 67 games, he posted a 3.65 ERA and a 1.33 WHIP. He tallied 18 holds and four saves, but he also blew five save opportunities.

Cisnero was outrighted by the Astros on Monday.

He had Tommy John surgery in late-May, and likely won't be ready to pitch again until summer 2015, meaning he should have no problem passing through waivers, as the Astros open up a spot on the 40-man roster.

Astros transferred RHP Jose Cisnero from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list.

The move clears a spot for Jake Buchanan on the active roster. Cisnero underwent Tommy John surgery back in May and will likely be sidelined through the early part of 2015.

Jose Cisnero underwent successful Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery on Wednesday.

The right-hander will likely be out through mid-2015.

Jose Cisnero (elbow) will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery next week.

Cisnero, 25, holds a 4.66 ERA across 33 relief appearances over the last two seasons for the Astros. He'll be sidelined into the 2015 campaign.

Astros placed RHP Jose Cisnero on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to May 7, with right elbow discomfort.

It's not clear at this point how long Cisnero will be sidelined. Paul Clemens has replaced him in the Astros' bullpen.

Jose Cisnero returned to Houston Thursday to be examined by a team doctor as he deals with right elbow discomfort.

The Astros still don't have the results of the exam, so they're not sure whether Cisnero will need a DL stint. Clarity on his status should be achieved before long. "He had some discomfort, and so we let him come in the next day and get evaluated and we felt we needed to have him see our doctors and we sent him here," said general manager Jeff Luhnow.

Astros recalled RHP Jose Cisnero from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

He's taking Matt Albers' (shoulder) spot in the bullpen. Cisnero earned the call-up after posting a 2.45 ERA with 18 strikeouts over 11 Triple-A frames.

Astros optioned RHPs Jose Cisnero, Collin McHugh and Chia-Jen Lo and LHP Rudy Owens to Triple-A Oklahoma City; reassigned C Tyler Heineman to minor league camp.

There were some bullpen candidates here, but none of the moves are terribly surprising. All of the players optioned to Triple-A should get a shot at some point at the big league level this season.

Astros optioned RHP Jose Cisnero to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Cisnero was discussed as a potential replacement at closer for Jose Veras, but he has really struggled recently, posting a 12.38 ERA over his last 10 appearances. Josh Fields is the favorite for save chances at this point.

Astros manager Bo Porter said Tuesday that he will use a committee at closer going forward.

Jose Veras was traded to the Tigers on Monday morning, leaving a job opening at the back end of the Astros' bullpen. Jose Cisnero is young and has good stuff, but he hasn't pitched well enough lately to earn Porter's trust. He's still the best fantasy option right now.

Jose Cisnero is likely to take over at closer for the Astros in the wake of the Jose Veras trade.

Veras was dealt to the Tigers on Monday morning for outfield prospect Danry Vasquez. Cisnero, 24, boasts a 3.48 ERA and 40/19 K/BB ratio in 41 1/3 innings this season as a setup man. He's a must-own in standard leagues.

Astros manager Bo Porter said Jose Cisnero will continue to be used in key late-game situations.

Cisnero got the win Saturday against the Cubs with two scoreless innings and hasn't allowed an earned run over his last 18 1/3 frames. It's possible the 24-year-old could eventually get a look in the closer role if Jose Veras falters.

Astros recalled RHP Jose Cisnero from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Cisnero has surrendered 13 hits and 10 runs -- nine earned -- over 8 2/3 innings this season at the Triple-A level. He will operate as a mop-up man for the Astros.

The Astros are preparing to call up right-hander Jose Cisnero from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Cisnero should be officially added to Houston's 25-man roster before Monday night's game against the Mariners. He will presumably operate as a middle reliever.