Corey Knebel RP FA Tue 8/13/24 8:39 PM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
Knebel signed a minor-league contract with the Angels on Tuesday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel was released by the White Sox at the beginning of the month, and he'll now get a chance to carve out a role for himself in the Angels organization. The 32-year-old righty allowed seven earned runs in just two innings with Chicago's High-A affiliate while working his way back from a shoulder injury, though he threw 5.1 scoreless frames upon returning to Triple-A. If he's able to remain effective with his new club, Knebel may be called upon to pitch in the majors for the first time since August 2022.
Corey Knebel RP FA Thu 8/1/24 4:52 PM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
The White Sox released Knebel on Thursday, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel had been on the 7-day injured list at Triple-A Charlotte all season until July 9 while rehabbing a right shoulder capsule tear he suffered in August of 2022. Since returning from the IL, he's thrown 5.1 shutout innings while striking out eight batters and walking two. Despite his success, the 32-year-old righty will now enter the open market and should have little trouble finding another gig elsewhere.
Corey Knebel RP FA Wed 7/10/24 10:59 AM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
Triple-A Charlotte reinstated Knebel (shoulder) from its 7-day injured list Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel made his season debut for Charlotte in Tuesday's 10-7 loss to Durham, tossing a perfect inning out of the bullpen. The 32-year-old had been on the shelf all season while recovering from right shoulder surgery, which he underwent in August 2022. Prior to being activated by Charlotte, Knebel made seven rehab appearances between the rookie-level Arizona Complex League and High-A Winston-Salem, giving up seven earned runs on six hits and five walks while striking out four over 6.1 innings.
Corey Knebel RP FA Fri 6/28/24 6:14 PM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
Knebel (shoulder) began a rehab assignment with High-A Winston-Salem on Friday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel has been held out of action since tearing his right shoulder capsule in August of 2022. He made three appearances in the Arizonal Complex League, throwing 3.1 scoreless innings, and he'll now test his shoulder against some tougher competition. Once fully recovered, the 32-year-old righty will likely report to Triple-A Charlotte, though the lack of depth in the White Sox's bullpen could eventually allow him to return to the majors for the first time in two seasons.
Corey Knebel RP FA Wed 3/20/24 3:59 PM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
The White Sox reassigned Knebel (shoulder) to minor-league camp Wednesday, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel didn't make a Cactus League appearance as he eases back into things following right shoulder surgery. He could eventually work his way into the bullpen mix with the White Sox, but it's not clear when he might be game-ready.
Corey Knebel RP FA Fri 3/8/24 12:39 AM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
Knebel (shoulder) is unlikely to be ready to pitch to begin the season, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel entered spring training behind schedule as he recovers from shoulder surgery, and he has yet to throw live batting practice or appear in a game. He reports feeling good in his recovery but does not have a clear timeline to return. Knebel hasn't pitched at any level of pro ball since 2022, so his ability to contribute with the big-league club remains murky.
Corey Knebel RP FA Thu 2/22/24 3:14 PM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz said Thursday that Knebel (shoulder) is a bit behind other relievers in camp, James Fegan of SoxMachine.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel is coming back from right shoulder surgery which he had back in August of 2022. He is considered healthy but will need to throw a few more bullpen sessions before being cleared to appear in Cactus League games.
Corey Knebel RP FA Tue 2/13/24 11:28 AM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
Knebel signed a minor-league contract with the White Sox on Tuesday that includes an invitation to spring training.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel hasn't pitched anywhere since suffering a right shoulder capsule tear in August of 2022. He's apparently healthy now, though, so the White Sox will see what he has in spring training. When we last saw the 32-year-old, he collected a 3.43 ERA and 41:28 K:BB over 44.2 innings while notching 12 saves with the Phillies in 2022. Given the state of Chicago's bullpen, it wouldn't be that shocking if Knebel makes the team and pitches in high-leverage situations, provided he is able to rediscover his pre-surgery form.
Corey Knebel RP FA Sun 8/21/22 11:48 AM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
Knebel was transferred to the 60-day injured list Sunday and will not return this season after being diagnosed with a tear in his right shoulder capsule, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel was already on the 15-day IL, but there was hope that he would be able to return this season. He'll receive stem-cell treatment in an effort to avoid surgery, though the issue could linger into the 2023 campaign. The Phillies' bullpen is left shorthanded, as Seranthony Dominguez (triceps) landed on the injured list Sunday.
Corey Knebel RP FA Mon 8/15/22 1:14 PM
Corey Knebel
RP FA
Knebel (lat) was placed on the 15-day injured list Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Knebel suffered a lat strain in Sunday's loss to the Mets and he will now be unavailable for at least 15 days while nursing the injury. Sam Coonrod (shoulder) was reinstated from the 60-day injured list Monday and will replace him in the Phillies' bullpen.