July 13, 2025 11:14 AM : Angels interim manager Ray Montgomery has indicated that Detmers probably won't be moving into the team's rotation despite the demotion of Jack Kochanowicz to the minors, per SI.com.
Analysis: Kochanowicz and Detmers battled for the fifth-starter role throughout spring training, with the former ultimately getting the role. However, Kochanowicz has struggled to a 6.03 ERA over 19 starts and was sent down to Triple-A Salt Lake on Friday. When asked ahead of that demotion whether Detmers could be an option to move from the bullpen into a starting role, Montgomery stated, "I would hate to say no to anything, but I don't think that's going to happen." That comment comes as Detmers has thrived in a setup role -- though he has posted a mediocre 4.15 ERA on the campaign, that is largely due to a horrific three-outing stretch in late April and early May during which he allowed 12 runs over one-third of an inning. Since then, the lefty has emerged as one of the Angels' top high-leverage options, posting a 1.24 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 38:13 K:BB over 29 frames spanning 28 appearances while recording eight holds and two saves. Per Sam Blum of The Athletic, the team does not yet have a concrete plan for replacing Kochanowicz in the rotation, though Carson Fulmer may be the lead candidate to pick up starts. It's also possible Kochanowicz ultimately gets his rotation spot back -- with the All-Star break looming, the Angels will have plenty of time to consider options and could elect to simply reset the rotation when the regular season resumes July 18.