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It’s been a big week in Orange County, as the Los Angeles Angels made a Taylor Ward trade this week, sending him to the Baltimore Orioles for Grayson Rodriguez. Now, the Halos received some big news about their newest starting pitcher, according to Baseball America’s managing editor, Taylor Blake Ward. “Perry Minasian says Grayson Rodriguez […]

The Baltimore Orioles and Los Angeles Angels made the first significant trade of the offseason on Tuesday. Baltimore sent starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez to Anaheim for outfielder Taylor Ward. It is a one-for-one swap that puts Baltimore in a bind for free agency, but could lead to a bounce-back season. And what does this mean […]

A dispute over testimony from Los Angeles Angels vice president for human resources Deborah Johnston has intensified as the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of former pitcher Tyler Skaggs enters its sixth week. The conflict stems from a perjury accusation raised by the Skaggs family’s attorney, Rusty Hardin, regarding Johnston’s statements about the […]

The Philadelphia Phillies find themselves at a critical juncture heading into the 2026 season. After a disappointing postseason exit to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS, the front office must act decisively to address glaring roster deficiencies, particularly in the outfield. According to MLB Network insider Jon Morosi, the Phillies represent a realistic trade […]

The Philadelphia Phillies face a critical juncture entering the 2025-26 offseason. With Harrison Bader declining his mutual option and Max Kepler departing as a free agent, Philadelphia’s outfield has crumbled into uncertainty. Yet the Los Angeles Angels possess the exact solution the Phillies desperately need: Jo Adell. After years of frustrating underperformance, Adell finally broke […]

The MLB offseason is here, and the Philadelphia Phillies look to do better after falling to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. Now, there is a chance they might trade for Angels’ outfielders Taylor Ward or Joe Adell, according to MLB insider Jon Morosi. “I would say a better than 50/50 chance they (Angels) move […]

Mike Maddux has been a key part of the Texas Rangers during the most important moments in the franchise’s history, but he is ready for a fresh start in his career. The longtime pitching coach is heading to the Los Angeles Angels to serve the same post, according to Jeff Wilson of DLLS Sports. He […]

It was the same story after another year as the Los Angeles Angels missed the playoffs for the 10th straight season. The Angels struggled again, despite the prescience of Mike Trout, as the entire team was unable to win games consistently. Now, MLB and Angels writer Sam Blum has questioned the team’s desire to win […]

The Philadelphia Phillies appear poised to make significant roster changes this offseason, and third baseman Alec Bohm is emerging as one of the most likely trade candidates. After averaging 16 home runs and 89 RBIs over a 162-game span during his five-year tenure in Philadelphia, the 29-year-old has essentially plateaued as a slightly above-average player. […]

The Los Angeles Angels did not have the season they wanted, finishing last in the AL West with a 72-90 record. Going into the offseason, there’s a good chance that they could make some moves as they try to reset their roster. The first person that some would think of is Mike Trout, but instead, […]

The Los Angeles Angels recently stunned the MLB by signing longtime catcher Kurt Suzuki as their next manager. Suzuki ended his 15-year career with the Angels, playing two seasons. He then became a special assistant in the front office. Now, Suzuki is in control and hopes to get this Angels team back on track, though […]

The Los Angeles Angels have reportedly picked Kurt Suzuki to be their next manager, choosing their former catcher over other big-name candidates, including Albert Pujols. MLB insider Ken Rosenthal seems to think Suzuki has all the tools necessary to succeed as a manger, though he’s not sure if Suzuki — or anyone — can succeed […]

The Los Angeles Angels wasted no time hiring a new manager. One day removed from seeing their rival Seattle Mariners bounced from the ALCS, LA decided to close the deal on their new manager. Kurt Suzuki, the longtime catcher who played for the Angels, is now the manager, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. “The […]

As their former two-way superstar helps their crosstown rivals’ quest to repeat as World Series champions, the Los Angeles Angels are keeping busy too. LA is on the hunt for a new manager. And, for a moment, it appeared the Angels had something exciting in the works. Albert Pujols was the top candidate to become […]

Once considered the favorite to be the next manager of the Los Angeles Angels, Albert Pujols is no longer a candidate for the job, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. “Pujols was the Angels’ top choice at the start but the sides differed on coaches, resources and compensation,” Heyman wrote. “Parameters were […]

The Los Angeles Angels are still looking for a manager, and former Houston Astros skipper Bo Porter has publicly expressed interest in the role. Porter has spent the last two seasons on the Angels’ coaching staff, serving as third base coach in 2025. “I would enjoy managing the Angels because I’ve been there the last […]

The Los Angeles Angels have intensified their managerial search following the mutual parting with Ron Washington, and a familiar face is leading the early conversations. Albert Pujols has quickly emerged as a favorite to take over, though the organization appears committed to a broad and methodical approach. The Angels, long searching for consistency and direction, […]

The Los Angeles Angels’ search for a manager continues under the watchful eye of owner Arte Moreno. Former Angels star Albert Pujols is still viewed as the leading candidate. According to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman, the Angels are now speaking with “a couple others” such as Hunter Torii about their managerial opening. Even so, there’s […]

The Los Angeles Angels are looking for a manager after deciding to part ways with Ron Washington. Los Angeles has interviewed former Major League Baseball player Albert Pujols for the job, per USA Today. Pujols is eager to land a job managing a MLB team. “For me, I’ve always been serious about everything that I […]

The Los Angeles Angels decided to find a new manager for the team at the conclusion of the 2025 regular season after opting not to pick up Ron Washington’s contract option. Interim manager Ray Montgomery, who filled in after Washington was put on medical leave in June, is also not returning. With the front office […]

After another season that went south for the Los Angeles Angels, questions have begun to arise, particularly regarding their leadership. Amid mounting fan unrest and an 11-year postseason drought that has become a millstone around the franchise’s neck, the franchise confirmed that General Manager Perry Minasian will remain in charge through the 2026 season. Los […]

The Los Angeles Angels are looking for their next manager. LA is hopeful that whoever they hire will be able to lead the ball club to the postseason for the first time since 2014. Angels general manager Perry Minasian spoke to reporters on Saturday, saying that he hopes to hire someone for the job sooner […]

The Los Angeles Angels’ playoff drought continues as they stumbled again, finishing 72-90 and last in the AL West. Once again, they will watch the MLB playoffs from home, wondering what went wrong. Many players factored into the Angels’ struggles. The Angels fired their manager, causing yet another change in the system. Even with everything […]

The Los Angeles Angels are one of many teams looking for a new manager this offseason. Los Angeles moved on from Ron Washington after another sub-.500 season in the American League. As the team searches for his replacement, the fit with Mike Trout and Jorge Soler is a big piece of the puzzle. One of […]

The Los Angeles Angels decided to part ways on Tuesday with manager Ron Washington. Washington missed a good chunk of the 2025 Major League Baseball season due to health problems. The former Angels manager says his health issues weren’t the reason why he was fired. The former Angels skipper says he was let go because he […]

The Los Angeles Angels are looking for a new manager. Los Angeles is reportedly interested in talking to a few former Major League Baseball players about their job opening. The Angels are considering Albert Pujols and Torii Hunter for the role, per USA Today. Michael Young is also a candidate for the job. “Pujols, who […]

The Los Angeles Angels are starting a new rebuild, as the team hopes to make a postseason appearance in 2026. Los Angeles is parting ways with interim manager Ray Montgomery as well as manager Ron Washington, per The Athletic. Washington was dealing with a medical situation that kept him out of the dugout for most […]

After what felt like a lifetime with the Chicago Cubs, starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks signed with the Los Angeles Angels last winter. In his first season with the Angels, “the Professor” rebounded from a rough final season with the Cubs. He pitched his final start of the season during Friday’s 5-3 win over the visiting […]

With the Los Angeles Angels going through another sub-500 record season, the team will also have to figure out who will be their manager for the long term. As Angels manager Ron Washington didn’t return this season due to a health issue, he would talk about his personal future and whether that consists of staying […]

In a game that meant everything for the Houston Astros and little on paper for the Los Angeles Angels, the Halos flipped the script—and possibly the AL playoff race. Fueled by two clutch home runs from Mike Trout, they beat the Astros 4-3 at Angel Stadium to open a three-game set Friday night. With playoff […]

Mike Trout hit his 400th home run this season, but the milestone could not mask the bigger picture for the Los Angeles Angels. According to Jeff Fletcher of the SoCal News Group, the Angels have now played 122 games in which they had at least as many strikeouts as hits. That number is the most […]

The Los Angeles Angels finally caught a break in a tough 2025 season, as left-hander Reid Detmers will not need surgery after experiencing elbow discomfort during an eighth-inning relief appearance against the Minnesota Twins on September 10. The major update surrounding Detmers comes after weeks of speculation. He left his September 10 outing with a […]

The Los Angeles Angels will miss the playoffs for the 11th consecutive season, as they cannot find a way to snap their longstanding postseason drought. The sad reality of the Angels’ ineptitude over the past decade-plus is that fans have not had an opportunity to witness the greatness of Mike Trout on the grand postseason […]

After clinching their spot in the postseason, the Chicago Cubs are now plotting their potentially deep playoff run. Still, the Cubs would need to put together a magical performance to match their World Series run from 2016. Chicago managed to break the curse and win their first championship since 1908 on the back on some […]

The Los Angeles Angels celebrated a historic milestone when Mike Trout launched his 400th career home run during their matchup against the Colorado Rockies. The blast added another chapter to the legendary career of Trout, but the real story came after the game. A fan who caught the ball returned it to Trout, and instead […]

Mike Trout achieved a historic feat in the Los Angeles Angels’ matchup against the Colorado Rockies on Saturday night. Going into the game, Trout was approaching the career milestone of 400 home runs. Only 58 players have accomplished the feat throughout MLB history, emphasizing the importance of him pulling off a homer at any point […]

Before their game against the Colorado Rockies, the Los Angeles Angels made a few roster moves as they’re dealing with an injury to one of their players, according to beat writer Jeff Fletcher. “The Angels have placed RHP Robert Stephenson on the IL with right elbow inflammation. Sam Bachman is here,” Fletcher wrote on X, […]

The Los Angeles Angels and Yusei Kikuchi faced the Brewers in a tense finale, but the mound told the bigger story. Kikuchi voiced frustration after the manager pulled him in the sixth, questioning the staff’s trust. His exit stood out in a season where the Angels sit last in the AL West, making the game […]

The Los Angeles Angels will be without veteran closer Kenley Jansen for their upcoming road series at Coors Field, as the right-hander will not travel to Denver due to ongoing heart-related concerns. The decision is a precaution tied to Jansen’s history with atrial fibrillation, which is known to be aggravated by the high altitude. Jansen […]