Bell made his major league debut against the Tampa Bay Rays on August 12, 2009, at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. He went 51⁄3 innings, giving up four runs on nine hits and one walk, striking out four. He received a no decision as the Angels were behind by two runs when he left the game. He earned his first major league win in his second start on August 18, 2009, against the Cleveland Indians, going 51⁄3 innings, giving up three runs on nine hits and two walks, striking out two.
Detroit Tigers
Bell was signed to a minor league contract prior to the 2013 season. He had a Major League invite to Spring Training, but was given a granted release at the end of camp.[1]
Cincinnati Reds
Bell was signed to a minor league deal with the Cincinnati Reds on May 20, 2013. He pitched for the Reds in spring training 2014 as a non-roster invitee. On March 29, Reds manager Bryan Price announced that Bell had made the Reds' opening day 25-man roster. Bell pitched in two games before injuring his UCL (Ulnar Collateral Ligament) needing “Tommy John” surgery. The successful surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache. Bell was released at the end of the 2014 MLB season. [2]
Bell has not played professionally since the conclusion of the 2014 MLB Season.