Heineman signed a one-year, $1.2375 million contract with the Angels on Friday to avoid arbitration.
Heineman didn't contribute much at the plate in 2026, slashing just .175/.223/.220 across 200 plate appearances, but the Angels value his defense enough to keep him around for another season. The 35-year-old backstop is expected to open the 2027 campaign as a backup to Moises Ballesteros.