The Los Angeles Angels have released a former No. 1 overall pick just days before the start of the regular season. The Halos are releasing Mickey Moniak, reports ESPN, paving the way for Jo Adell to serve as the team's everyday center fielder.

The Colorado Rockies added outfield depth by agreeing to a one-year, $1.25 million deal with Mickey Moniak. Colorado announced the deal Thursday and also designated outfielder Sam Hilliard for assignment a day ahead of its opener at Tampa Bay.

In a surprising development, outfielder Mickey Moniak will receive $483,781 in termination pay rather than the $2-million salary he won in arbitration.