The Angels signed Eaton to a major-league contract Wednesday, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Eaton was released by the White Sox on Monday after hitting .201 in 189 at-bats this season. The 32-year-old will likely be a starter in the Angels' outfield, at least until Mike Trout (calf) and Justin Upton (back) return from the injured list.

The White Sox granted Eaton his unconditional release Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Eaton will hit the open market after no organization was willing to put a waiver claim in for the veteran outfielder and the money remaining on his one-year, $7 million deal when Chicago designated him for assignment last week. The 32-year-old has long been one of baseball's better contact hitters, but he's taken a big step back in that department in 2021. Over his 219 plate appearances, Eaton struck out at a 25.1 percent clip -- well above his 17.3 percent career rate. Eaton's declining bat-to-ball skills and lack of power will likely force him to settle for a depth role in the outfield if he finds an opportunity with another club.

Eaton was designated for assignment by the White Sox on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Eaton simply didn't find any consistency during his reunion with the White Sox this season, as he's hit an ugly .201/.298/.344 across 189 plate appearances. Nonetheless, Wednesday's move still comes as a bit of a surprise given the outfield injuries Chicago is dealing with and the fact Eaton is owed $7 million for the season. The veteran outfielder is unlikely to be claimed off waivers given his performance and contract, but he should be a candidate to latch on with a team searching for outfield depth once he clears the waiver wire. Adam Engel (hamstring) was activated from the injured list in a corresponding roster move.

Eaton isn't starting Saturday's game against the Tigers.

EDGE Analysis

Eaton returned to the lineup Friday and went 2-for-4 with a run scored. However, Leury Garcia will start in right field while Danny Mendick takes over at second base Saturday.

Eaton went 2-for-4 with a run scored in Friday's 8-2 win over the Tigers.

EDGE Analysis

Eaton was activated off the 10-day injured list earlier in the day and started in his usual right field. The return of the 32-year-old outfielder should be a welcome development for the White Sox, who are managing the loss of several outfielders, but Eaton's batting just .202 over 178 at-bats.

Eaton (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day injured list Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran has been on the shelf with a strained right hamstring for the past couple weeks, but he'll rejoin the active roster Friday. Eaton has struggled at the plate this season with a .641 OPS and 25.1 percent strikeout rate, both of which would be the worst marks of his career.

Eaton landed on the 10-day injured list with a strained right hamstring Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

The transaction was made retroactive to Tuesday, so Eaton will be able to return a week from Friday, though it's not yet clear if the injury is mild enough for that to be a possibility. Reliever Zack Burdi was recalled in a corresponding move, while additional at-bats could open up in right field for Brian Goodwin and Jake Lamb.

Eaton isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays due to leg soreness, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Eaton is out of the lineup for a second straight game with another left-hander on the mound for Tampa Bay, but he's apparently dealing with a leg issue. It's not yet clear whether he could be available off the bench or whether he could return to the lineup for Thursday's series opener in Houston.

Eaton isn't starting Wednesday against the Rays.

EDGE Analysis

Left-hander Ryan Yarbrough is starting for the Rays on Wednesday, so Eaton will take a seat for a second straight game. Jake Lamb will start in right field and bat sixth.

Eaton is not in the lineup Friday against the Tigers.

EDGE Analysis

Eaton finds himself on the bench for the second straight contest with southpaw Tarik Skubal on the mound for Detroit. Leury Garcia will shift to right field while Adam Engel starts in center.