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The Los Angeles Angels claimed right-handed pitcher Kaleb Ort off waivers from the New York Yankees on Wednesday, the team announced. Outfielder Wade Meckler was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. The roster move comes just a day after the Angels claimed right-handed pitcher Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Miami Marlins. It would […]

The Los Angeles Angels continued reshaping their roster Tuesday with a low-risk pitching addition. The team added pitcher Osvaldo Bido through waivers in a move aimed at bolstering rotation stability. The Angels claimed the right-handed pitcher off waivers from the Miami Marlins, filling the final spot on the club’s 40-man roster as spring training approaches. […]

With February rapidly approaching, the Los Angeles Angels are no longer in a state of uncertainty. With the calendar nearing its final week of the month, the organization has shifted from evaluating options to actively exploring moves that can alter its short-term outlook without compromising long-term flexibility. That posture places the Angels in direct alignment […]

Former Arizona Diamondbacks star pitcher Zac Gallen is still available in MLB free agency. While Gallen did not have the best 2025 season, he was one of the better starters in the game from 2022-2024. So, where will the 2023 All-Star end up signing this offseason? A number of ball clubs could use an ace-caliber […]

The Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday reached an agreement to bring back third baseman Yoan Moncada on a one-year contract worth $4 million, pending a physical. The signing gives the Angels a veteran third baseman in Moncada, filling in for Anthony Rendon, who remains out due to hip surgery and will occupy a spot on […]

Mike Trout is without a doubt one of the greatest players of his generation, and at 34 years old, he still certainly wants to keep playing the game he loves. At his best, the Los Angeles Angels star can do nearly everything at an elite level in baseball, but if there’s one thing that has […]

The MLB Hall of Fame candidacy class of 2026 is loaded. Whoever gets selected will deserve it, having to make it in with all these great players. However, it should be noted that some of these players will have a hard time getting in with a history of PED use. Alex Rodriguez, Carlos Beltran, Andrew […]

The Los Angeles Angels traded for Josh Lowe from the Tampa Bay Rays in a three-team deal that included the Cincinnati Reds. It was a move that should help improve L.A.’s outfield for the 2026 season. On Friday, general manager Perry Minasian revealed the potential role Lowe will play on the team. Despite Lower typically […]

As the MLB world comes to grips with Kyle Tucker’s bombshell decision to take his talents to the reigning World Series Champions Los Angeles Dodgers, another baseball transaction emerged on Thursday, as reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN. “Three-way trade news: Tampa Bay, Cincinnati and the Los Angeles Angels are in agreement on a deal […]

The Los Angeles Angels continue reshaping their identity ahead of the 2026 season, and new starter Grayson Rodriguez offered a notable endorsement of the clubhouse culture this week. The right-hander compared the current Angels roster to the 2023 Baltimore Orioles, a team that surprised baseball by winning 101 games and accelerating a successful rebuild. Rodriguez […]

The narrative surrounding the Los Angeles Angels shifted further on Tuesday as criticism of the front office and its public messaging intensified following remarks from a recent interview with general manager Perry Minasian that sparked a viral response across baseball media. The discussion revolves around Minasian’s persistent refusal to acknowledge the widely reported organizational problems. […]

It’s been 11 seasons since the Los Angeles Angels last appeared in the postseason. That period spans the majority of franchise star Mike Trout’s career. It spanned the entirety of superstar Shohei Ohtani’s tenure at Angel Stadium. Entering 2026, it’s clear that Angels general manager Perry Minasian is on the hot seat. The club’s new […]

New insight into one of baseball’s most significant modern acquisitions surfaced this week as former general manager Billy Eppler revisited the Los Angeles Angels’ successful pursuit of Shohei Ohtani. Eppler reflected on the 2017 recruitment process that brought the two-way superstar to Anaheim and reshaped expectations across the sport. Speaking on MLB Network, Eppler explained […]

The Los Angeles Angels added infield depth by signing former Chicago White Sox top prospect Nick Madrigal to a minor-league deal with an invite to spring training. The 28-year-old, the fourth overall pick by Chicago in 2018, is known for his contact skills and could help the Angels find stability in the middle infield. The […]

The Los Angeles Angels have made some moves over the winter, including the end of Anthony Rendon’s contract. Now, Angels’ general manager Perry Minasian has indicated that there is still a need at third base, which has led to rumors about Nolan Arenado, according to Angels’ beat writer Taylor Blake Ward. “Perry Minasian said third […]

The Los Angeles Angels claimed outfielder Wade Meckler off waivers from the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, the team announced. The move comes as rumors continue to swirl around the ball club. The Angels have been linked to a potential Nolan Arenado trade, and a recent report listed the team as a possible suitor for […]

Free agent infielder Bo Bichette has been linked to a potential reunion with the Toronto Blue Jays, in addition to ball clubs such as the New York Yankees, New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers. However, could the Dodgers’ neighbors over in Anaheim shock the MLB world by signing Bichette in MLB free agency? Former […]

It was previously reported that third baseman Anthony Rendon and the Los Angeles Angels agreed to a contract restructure. The agreement seemingly ended his time with the Halos — although that technically was not official. While speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Angels general manager Perry Minasian all but officially confirmed that Rendon’s time in Anaheim […]

The Los Angeles Angels have not made it to the postseason since 2014, although it hasn’t been for a lack of trying. They have spent lavishly on the free-agent market, bringing in someone like Anthony Rendon fresh off a World Series title on a seven-year, $245 million contract, but their allocation of resources, to put […]

It was a disappointing year for the Los Angeles Angels as they didn’t make the playoffs. Meanwhile, they are making the usual moves during this offseason, but it appears their slugger, Mike Trout, is off limits for a trade. This season, Trout finished batting .232 with 106 hits, 26 home runs, and 64 RBIs. At […]

The Los Angeles Angels had a frustrating 2025 season, but one of their players didn’t. Angels outfielder Jo Adell had a breakout year offensively, hitting 37 home runs. Adell opened up about what changed for him in the last campaign. Adell says gaining experience helped improve his baseball IQ and made him a stronger hitter. […]

The Los Angeles Angels were previously mentioned as a potential trade suitor for St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado. With the Angels’ Anthony Rendon situation now resolved, a possible trade seems far more realistic. While it remains to be seen if trade talks have begun, the Halos are still rumored to have interest in […]

The Los Angeles Angels have certainly had a busy offseason. Between signing a number of veterans — such as Kirby Yates — and working out a contract restructure agreement with Anthony Rendon, LA has been making moves throughout the winter. Still, this Angels squad doesn’t feel like a true contender yet. The Halos feature an […]

The Anthony Rendon era in Anaheim is officially over, and for the Los Angeles Angels, that means one thing — it’s time to fix third base once and for all. After years of frustration, injuries, and disappointment, the team finally bought out the last year of Rendon’s deal, spreading the $38 million remaining over several […]

In the fall of 2019, the Washington Nationals accomplished the unimaginable and stunned the Houston Astros in the World Series. The ’19 Fall Classic required seven games to decide a winner, but third baseman Anthony Rendon and his teammates found a way to take care of business. Rendon was fresh off a regular season that […]

The Los Angeles Angels and two-time All-Star relief pitcher Kirby Yates are reportedly in agreement on a one-year contract, per Ari Alexander of 7News Boston WHDH. The move comes after the Angels’ reported contract restructure with 3B Anthony Rendon — whose tenure with the team is now over. Yates, 38, has plenty of experience pitching […]

The stalemate between the Los Angeles Angels and Anthony Rendon is finally over. When Los Angeles signed Rendon to a 7-year $245 million deal, the thought they would be getting a star third baseman capable of leading the Angels to a postseason win. That has not happened, as many obstacles got in the way. It […]

The New York Yankees’ willingness to explore trade options for All-Star infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. has opened an intriguing dialogue across the league. With Brian Cashman indicating openness to proposals, the Los Angeles Angels are uniquely positioned to capitalize on this opportunity by offering a package centered on three promising assets: Taylor Ward, Talon Haley, […]

The Los Angeles Angels are looking to reach the postseason for the first time since 2014. With uncertainty swirling around third baseman Anthony Rendon’s future in Anaheim, however, the Halos may be looking to bring in a new player to handle duties at the hot corner. According to a recent report, third baseman Nolan Arenado […]

The Los Angeles Angels reached a confidential settlement with the family of former pitcher Tyler Skaggs on Friday, resolving a wrongful death and negligence lawsuit tied to his fatal overdose in 2019, according to ESPN’s Michael Rothstein. The agreement ended a civil trial in Orange County, California, after jurors had deliberated for more than two […]

The Los Angeles Angels thought Anthony Rendon would be their long-term third baseman of the future when they signed him to a contract after the 2019 season. Rendon has dealt with no shortage of injury trouble in Anaheim, however. While initial rumors of Anthony Rendon potentially retiring have since quieted, the veteran infielder and the […]

The Los Angeles Angels recently agreed to a contract with veteran reliever Drew Pomeranz. After not pitching at the big league level from 2022-2024, Pomeranz had a resurgent season in 2025 with the Chicago Cubs. The southpaw turned in a stellar 2.17 ERA across 57 appearances. Pomeranz made time for an interview with MLB Network […]

The Los Angeles Angels have been busy in the offseason, hiring Kurt Suzuki as their new manager, along with other small moves to help a team that went 73-99 last season. After the Angels bolstered their bullpen with the signings of Drew Pomeranz and Jordan Romano, General Manager Perry Minasian explained why the Halos signed players […]

The Los Angeles Angels continued their active 2025 offseason by targeting bullpen upgrades, with the club’s strategy now centered on short-term upside. Relief options Jordan Romano and Drew Pomeranz quickly surfaced as part of Los Angeles’ reshaped late-inning plans. The Angels agreed to terms with the two veteran relievers Tuesday, adding depth and experience to […]

Between injuries and underperformance, Anthony Rendon’s tenure with the Los Angeles Angels has been a disappointment so far. With one year remaining on his contract, rumors have suggested that Rendon may retire before the 2026 MLB season. New Angels manager Kurt Suzuki is not assuming anything until he hears news from a reliable source, however. […]

Cody Bellinger is one of the big names available in MLB free agency after a strong season with the New York Yankees. Bellinger’s agent is Scott Boras, a super agent known for his quirky press conferences. According to Boras, there are eight teams vying for the outfielder. The way he told everyone, per MLB.com’s Bryan […]

The Los Angeles Angels and Boston Red Sox agreed on a trade on Tuesday evening. Vaughn Grissom is going to the Angels from the Sox, according to MLB Insider Jeff Passan. The Red Sox have been wheelin’ and dealin’ since the start of the offseason by making a handful of trades. The most notable trade […]

The Los Angeles Angels have failed to reach the postseason over the past decade. LA hasn’t played meaningful October baseball since 2014. Pitching has long been a problem for the Halos. While the Angels have added some pitching already this offseason, there are three specific pitchers who they should consider singing amid their pursuit of […]

The Los Angeles Angels have already made a few significant moves to start the offseason. They traded Taylor Walls to the Baltimore Orioles for the oft-injured pitcher Grayson Rodriguez. On Tuesday, they made a similar gamble on a pitcher. The Angels have signed former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Alek Manoah to a one-year deal. “Right-hander […]