Kenley Jansen wants to stay with the Los Angeles Angels after his one-year, $10 million deal expired, but the choice now sits with the Halos. He stressed his connection to the clubhouse and his goal of helping return the franchise to the postseason, while acknowledging the unpredictability of free agency once the market opens.

In 2025, Jansen posted a 2.59 ERA, the best mark of his post-Dodgers years, and converted 29 of 30 saves. He jumped out to eight scoreless appearances to begin his Angels tenure, endured a rough patch, then regained form in June and closed strong in September, anchoring a bullpen that could be pivotal as the team navigates potential departures and ongoing roster questions.

At 38, the veteran closer remains a stabilizing force for a roster in flux. His decision could shape Los Angeles’ offseason strategy amid broader headlines concerning Arte Moreno’s potential sale and other shifting personnel as the Angels pursue a return to contention.