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Former No. 1 overall pick released by L.A. Angels after winning in salary arbitration

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Mickey Moniak was awarded the $2 million salary on Jan. 31 instead of the team’s $1.5 million offer.

Moniak 's release appears to open a roster spot for Matthew Lugo , the 23-year-old outfielder acquired from Boston .

The Angels open the season Thursday on the road against the Chicago White Sox .

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