For years, the Los Angeles Angels have tried (and largely failed) to patch their volatile bullpen unpredictable veteran free agents, generally shopping in the bargain bin.
Following a grueling 100 loss campaign in 2026, the Los Angeles Angels are entering an offseason defined by franchise altering decisions. While new owner Stan Kroenke and interim General Manager John Mozeliak look to overhaul the roster, the biggest question mark sits directly at premium position on the infield dirt.
Baseball was in Bob Fontaine Jr.’s blood long before he began scouting the players who would become stars. His father, Robert Fontaine, was a pitcher for the Montreal Royals and a minor league teammate of Jackie Robinson, and Fontaine Jr.
Bob Fontaine Jr. never wore an Angels uniform. But the fruits of his labor were born out in many of the franchise's greatest players. As the Angels' scouting director from 1987-99, Fontaine scouted the many homegrown players who comprised the Angels' 2002 World Series championship roster.
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
In a previous piece we looked at players who definitely will not be with the Angels next season. Those players will be free agents at the end of the year.
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
If the Angels are looking for a silver lining in their 100 loss 2026 season it lies in the fact the team was only outscored by 97 runs. Despite not reflecting in the loss column, that was actually a huge improvement over the 2025 team which was outscored by 164 runs.
October baseball is unrivaled when it comes to passion and intensity. While the Angels squad sits out yet another postseason several former Angels are involved in the action.
There were plenty of reasons to pay attention to the Angels’ minor-league system in 2026. Italian-born pitcher Nicolo Pinazzi was not necessarily one of them when the season began.
Monday's press conference revealed that Mike Trout is finally willing to cede his center field duties to another player. Once a dynamic defender, Trout was a liability in the field this past season and figures to do better covering the smaller left field.
There may be light at the end of the tunnel for the Los Angeles Angels.
Nolan Schanuel was officially shut down on Sep. 18 by the Los Angeles Angels after aggravating a strain in his right intercostal area. Schanuel has been out since Aug.
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Kurt Suzuki knows the Los Angeles Angels have plenty to learn after reaching a milestone the franchise had avoided for 65 years. The Angels finished the 2026 season with a 7-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Sunday, dropping them to 62-100 and giving the franchise its first 100-loss season.
For the first time in 66 years, the Angels reached 100 losses—despite Mike Trout’s best season in a decade. The Angels were standing at the precipice with 99 losses before the season finale against the Seattle Mariners.
Only one active franchise in Major League Baseball has never had a 100-loss season. That distinction will be on the line for the Los Angeles Angels (62-99) when they wrap up the season Sunday afternoon against the host Seattle Mariners (75-86).
Reid Detmers ended his breakout campaign on a high note.
2026 has been another difficult season for the Los Angeles Angels, but it has been a super important year of growth and change of direction for the organization.
Reid Detmers pitched six scoreless innings of two-hit ball as the Los Angeles Angels defeated the host Seattle Mariners 7-5 Friday night. Christian Moore and Zach Neto homered and Wade Meckler had four hits, including a double and triple, for the Angels (62-98).
Christian Moore had two hits, including a double, and drove in three runs as the Los Angeles Angels defeated the host Seattle Mariners 6-4 Thursday night.
Albert Pujols was apparently trying to secure another bag from the Los Angeles Angels. The legendary former MLB slugger Pujols was in talks last offseason about potentially becoming the new manager of the Angels.
While the 2026 season may be one New York Mets fans plan to forget, Juan Soto has reason to remember it as a special one for his career.
With the offseason approaching, several recognizable names could make sense for a few clubs looking for a different direction.
How does a change in ownership affect Trout's future?
Thanks to Stan Kroenke's purchase of the Los Angeles Angels, progress may finally be coming to the organization.
The Los Angeles Angels may finally have hope.
Angels catcher Tyler Heineman is struggling with his new team, but he still believes he can persevere.
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