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Angels' Rule 5 Dilemma: Rada and Minacci Need Protection
17 Oct
Summary
- Nelson Rada, a top prospect, excelled in Triple-A with speed and base-stealing.
- Camden Minacci, a 24-year-old RHP, showed strong performance in Double-A.
- The Rule 5 draft's future is uncertain due to a potential MLB lockout.
As the offseason approaches, the Los Angeles Angels are contemplating which prospects require protection for the Rule 5 draft. Outfielder Nelson Rada, a highly regarded prospect, is a key name generating discussion. Despite a setback in spring training, Rada spent the entire 2026 season at Triple-A Salt Lake, where he hit .278 with a .739 OPS. His impressive speed was evident, with 43 stolen bases and 214 in his minor league career, though his power numbers were modest.
Complementing Rada's potential impact with his speed and defense, the Angels also have pitcher Camden Minacci. The 24-year-old right-hander pitched 47 innings in Double-A, achieving a 3.59 ERA with a nearly 30 percent strikeout rate. He limited opponents to a .219 batting average. The overarching uncertainty surrounding these decisions stems from the potential halt of all baseball business due to an impending lockout, which could affect the scheduling and execution of the Rule 5 draft.
