Angels gain reinforcements as Street returns from DL

The injury-plagued Los Angeles Angels will get one of their top bullpen arms back into the mix on Monday in closer Huston Street.

Street was activated from the 15-day disabled list after spending more than a month on the shelf with an oblique strain.

The 32-year-old closer opted to skip a rehab assignment after making it through an extended spring training appearance on Saturday without any issues, although his fastball did not surpass 85 mph, according to Pedro Moura of the Los Angeles Times.

Street's addition should provide the Angels with support in a bullpen that currently sits ninth in the American League in ERA. Prior to his injury, Street had allowed just one earned run across 7 2/3 innings of work.

The 12-year veteran should resume his role as closer, which was filled adequately by Joe Smith in his absence. Street has recorded 320 saves during his career.

In corresponding moves, the Angels optioned right-hander Mike Morin to Triple-A, designated right-hander Deolis Guerra for assignment and recalled left-hander Chris Jones.