The Royals signed Newman to a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Newman managed just a .202/.209/.272 batting line in 56 games for the Angels in 2025 before eventually being released. The 32-year-old does still have a steady, versatile glove, but it will be a bad sign for the Royals if he winds up playing a lot in 2026.

The Tigers signed Newman to a minor-league contract Saturday and assigned him to Triple-A Toledo, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Newman was released by the Angels on Aug. 2, and he's finally found a new home. His time with the Tigers will begin at the Triple-A level. The 31-year-old slashed .202/.209/.272 in 116 plate appearances. However, Newman's calling card is his defense.

The Angels designated Newman for assignment Thursday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Angels moved Newman off the 40-man roster in order to create space for newly acquired Oswaldo Peraza, who was traded by the Yankees on Thursday. Newman's season in 2025 has been the worst of his career as he is hitting just above a .200 batting average.

Newman went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Monday's win over the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

The second baseman opened the scoring Monday with a rocket home run to left-center off ace Jacob deGrom in the third inning. It was Newman's second long ball of the season, coming exactly one month after his first on June 28. The veteran had struggled mightily in July, entering the game with a .217/.217/.217 slash line and just one RBI in 23 at-bats. Despite his season-long struggles, Newman has remained on the roster, largely due to injuries to Christian Moore (thumb), Chris Taylor (hand) and Yoan Moncada (hand).

Newman went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Saturday's 8-2 win over the Nationals.

EDGE Analysis

Newman gave the Angels some separation with his long ball in the seventh inning. The reserve infielder has gotten a look at shortstop lately, though that is likely to be a short-term opportunity while Zach Neto (shoulder) is on the mend. The homer was Newman's first of the season to go with eight RBI, nine runs scored, one stolen base, two doubles and a .202/.212/.262 slash line across 86 plate appearances this season. When the Angels are fully healthy in the infield, Newman's best shot at playing time comes at third base, where he can offer a challenge to the switch hitting Luis Rengifo.

Newman (personal) was reinstated from the paternity list Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Newman will return to action after being away from the team for three days while attending the birth of his child. The 31-year-old has produced a .222 average with a double, an RBI and four runs scored over 27 at-bats in June.

The Angels placed Newman on the paternity list Monday.

EDGE Analysis

He'll likely miss the entirety of the Angels' three-game series against the Red Sox before returning for the weekend set versus the Nationals. Kyren Paris is absorbing Newman's roster spot.

Newman (ankle) will start at shortstop and bat eighth Sunday against the Astros, Erica Weston of Bally Sports West reports.

EDGE Analysis

Newman has been dealing with a minor ankle injury the past few days but will return to the field for Sunday's series finale. The veteran infielder has seen sporadic playing time this season and has a .203/.213/.230 slash line in 76 plate appearances.

Newman was removed from Thursday's game against the Yankees in the seventh inning with an ankle injury, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

Newman was sore after twisting his ankle, but he expected to be available to play Friday versus the Astros. He went hitless in three plate appearances Thursday before departing.

Newman will start at third base and bat ninth in Wednesday's game against the Red Sox, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

Newman will enter the lineup for the first time since May 26, manning the hot corner while Luis Rengifo rests for the series finale. With Yoan Moncada (knee) on the shelf, Rengifo is expected to serve as the Angels' primary option at third base for the foreseeable future, leaving playing time up for grabs at the keystone. Newman is expected to factor into the mix for reps at second base, but the Angels are also likely to give opportunities to Chris Taylor and Scott Kingery.