Fansided · Feb 27
Ben Joyce’s comeback with Angels could encounter familiar (and unavoidable) obstacle
Feb 11, 2026; Tempe, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Angels pitcher Ben Joyce during pitchers and catchers workouts at Tempe Diablo Stadium in Tempe Arizona. Mandatory Credit: Arianna Grainey-Imagn Images | Arianna Grainey-Imagn ImagesThe Los Angeles Angels are trying to sort through their best options for the closer role in spring training and the most exciting option has to be Ben Joyce. He’s looked good so far in camp, but there is always a fear with him that the injury bug could get him.
Injuries have always plagued the flamethrower ever since he had a major growth spurt in high school. His rapid growth unlocked newfound velocity, but along with that growth came some literal growing pains.