Here’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
- Kenley Jansen reportedly signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels for $10 million early in 2025, after his stint with the Red Sox. This contract was described as a closer-focused addition to bolster the Angels’ bullpen [Bleacher Report, 2025-02-11/13].
- There have been historical contracts with Jansen earlier in his career (e.g., with the Red Sox in 2022 and previous Dodgers tenure), but those are not current. The notable recent development that aligns with “latest” in 2025 was the Angels deal mentioned above [CBS Sports/ESPN reporting context; 2022-12-06 for the Red Sox deal; 2016/2016 Dodgers re-signing context].
- A later item in 2025 suggested Detroit Tigers discussions about a one-year deal around $9–11 million, with option years, indicating continued interest from multiple teams, though this would be a separate development depending on timing and confirmation. These reports appeared in December 2025 and summarize terms circulating at that time [MLB.com/Yardbarker/Si links in 2025-12 windows].
If you’d like, I can:
- Narrow to a specific team’s latest announcement if you specify a team or date.
- Pull exact article links and timestamps for the most current confirmation.
- Summarize the financials, role expectations (closing setup, setup/season-long), and bullpen context for that period.
Sources
The Detroit Tigers have released the contract terms for their new closer Kenley Jansen, and the veteran active saves leader across baseball is not coming to the
www.si.comThe Detroit Tigers agreed to terms with four-time All-Star closer Kenley Jansen on a one-year, $11 million contract on Wednesday. The deal is worth $9 million for the 2026 season and includes a club option for 2027 at $12 million, with a buyout of $2 million.
www.yardbarker.comRelief pitcher Kenley Jansen has re-signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the team announced on Tuesday.
bleacherreport.comThe Tigers’ bullpen revamp for 2026 now includes an unusual feature for the A.J. Hinch era: A veteran closer. Detroit on Wednesday announced it had agreed on a one-year, $9 million contract with four-time All-Star and 16-year veteran Kenley Jansen. The deal also includes club option for 2027 worth $12
www.mlb.comThe Tigers’ bullpen revamp for 2026 now includes an unusual feature for the A.J. Hinch era: A veteran closer. Detroit on Wednesday announced it had agreed on a one-year, $9 million contract with four-time All-Star and 16-year veteran Kenley Jansen. The deal also includes club option for 2027 worth $12
www.mlb.comThe Los Angeles Angels and veteran closer Kenley Jansen agreed to a one-year, $10-million contract, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post.Jansen posted a 3.29 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, 22 saves, and 62 strikeouts over 54 appearances for the Boston Red Sox last season.The four-time All-Star ranks fourth in MLB history with 447 career saves, trailing Lee Smith by 31 for third all time.Jansen should help an Angels bullpen that finished with the fourth-worst fWAR in baseball during the 2024...
www.thescore.comTigers' Kenley Jansen: Joins Tigers on one-year deal
www.cbssports.comThe Detroit Tigers got another victory on Friday night to continue the hot start to the season, already taking the series against the San Diego Padres with a fi
www.si.comComing off another strong season closing games, Kenley Jansen is reportedly leaving the Boston Red Sox to join the Los Angeles Angels.
bleacherreport.comJansen led the National League in saves in 2022
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