Schimpf was released by the Angels on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Schimpf was traded twice this offseason before again being dealt to the Angels on March 31, and was at Triple-A Salt Lake for all but five games in 2018. The 30-year-old has struggled so far this season with a .178/.288/.355 slash line with only three home runs in 107 at-bats, but could still garner interest for a minor-league contract elsewhere.

Schimpf was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Schimpf will head back to the minors in order to open up a roster spot for Thursday's starter, Jaime Barria. The 30-year-old was with the Angels for just one game and didn't register an at-bat, though he entered Wednesday's game as a defensive replacement. He'll continue to serve as organizational depth in the minors.

Schimpf was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Wednesday, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Schimpf will take the roster spot of Nick Tropeano (shoulder), who was sent to the disabled list in a corresponding move. It could be a short stay with the big-league club for Schimpf, however, as the Angels will need to clear a roster spot prior to Thursday's game for Jaime Barria, who is scheduled to start. The 30-year-old, who is 1-for-5 with a homer and a pair of walks in four major-league appearances this season, should provide a left-handed bat off the bench during his time with the Angels.

Schimpf was sent to Triple-A Salt Lake prior to Thursday's contest, Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

Schimpf will head back down to Salt Lake after joining the big-league club last weekend. He wound up appearing in four games, going 1-for-5 with one home run and two RBI during his brief opportunity. In a corresponding move, the Angels activated Ian Kinsler (groin) from the disabled list.

Schimpf (undisclosed) was replaced Monday night against the Rangers because of a coaching decision, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

Schimpf was pulled from the game due to the fact that he's not an experienced left fielder and the game was already in hand. This is good news for the Angels, as it means he'll be available for Tuesday's matchup against Texas.

Schimpf (undisclosed) was pulled from Monday's game against the Rangers in the fourth inning, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear if Schimpf's departure was injury related, although he may have hurt himself while trying to avoid a tag at first base in the top of the fourth frame. Chris Young entered the game after Schimpf was pulled from action. More details regarding his status should be available soon.

Schimpf started at third base and went 1-for-2 with a pair of walks and a solo home run in Sunday's win over the Athletics.

EDGE Analysis

The slugging infielder also struck out, putting his three true outcome skill set on full display in his first start of the season. Schimpf smacked 34 homers in 527 plate appearances over the last two years with the Padres, so his power is as real as it comes. He also batted .163 over that span, highlighting the major flaw that holds him back from being a viable everyday player. Ian Kinsler is expected back soon, which could result in Schimpf returning to Triple-A Salt Lake. Even if the 29-year-old sticks around, he would be used in backup role, limiting his fantasy value.

The Angels recalled Schimpf from Triple-A Salt Lake on Saturday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Schimpf was traded from the Braves to the Angels in late March and didn't have to wait long to see a big-league opportunity. The 29-year-old should serve as a depth infield option for Los Angeles with Ian Kinsler (groin) on the disabled list for at least a few more days.

Schimpf was traded to the Angels on Saturday by the Braves, who received catcher Carlos Perez, Chris Cotillo of SB Nation reports. The club optioned Schimpf to Triple-A Salt Lake.

EDGE Analysis

Schimpf was stuck as a depth infielder in Atlanta, and despite the demotion, he may have a chance to break into a modicum of playing time while Ian Kinsler (groin) spends time on the disabled list. Even if he's recalled, such a role probably wouldn't last long enough for the strikeout- and flyball-inclined Schimpf to earn much fantasy interest outside of AL-only leagues.

Schimpf was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Schimpf was dealt to the Braves earlier this month after being designated for assignment by the Rays. He made eight spring training appearances with his new club over the past two weeks, but went 0-for-16 with 11 strikeouts at the plate. He'll begin the season in the minor leagues and will likely require an injury at the major-league level to work his way back up to the bigs in the early going.