Samuel Aldegheri Makes MLB Debut for Angels

Samuel Aldegheri made his MLB debut for the Los Angeles Angels on Friday, becoming the first Italian-born and raised player to pitch in the majors. His debut against the Seattle Mariners was challenging, as he allowed five unearned runs in the first inning, ultimately finishing with seven runs (two earned) over five innings, alongside two walks and three strikeouts. Aldegheri's rocky start was marked by an error from shortstop Zach Neto that contributed to the Mariners' five-run rally. Despite the tough outing, Aldegheri expressed happiness about his debut, highlighting the whirlwind of emotions leading up to it. He was previously promoted from Double-A without appearing in Triple-A, having been traded to the Angels from the Philadelphia Phillies. Aldegheri is the fifth Italian-born pitcher to reach the majors, following a lineage that includes Marino Pieretti, who last played in 1950.