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SEC Tested, Contact Approved: Inside the Angels’ New Draft Blueprint

Scouting Director Tim Mcllvaine was empowered by new head of baseball operations John Mozeliak to run the room the way Mcllvaine envisioned. Not only is the dynamic of how the room operates changed, it is also clear Mcllvaine has a very different philosophy when scouting players and evalutating talent.

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Angels Lose Player to Division Rival on Sunday

The Los Angeles Angels lost a member of their infield depth on Sunday after Donovan Walton was claimed off waivers by the Athletics, ending his brief stint with the organization. The move comes as the Angels continue evaluating their roster before the All-Star break under first-year manager Kurt Suzuki.

Los Angeles Angels News / 5 GOATs / July 12

Los Angeles Angels select Oklahoma SS Jaxon Willits in 2026 MLB Draft

Oklahoma shortstop Jaxon Willits was selected by the Los Angeles Angels with the No. 141 (5th round) overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Willits, a native of Fort Cobb, Okla., played three seasons for the Sooners.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 12

The Angels Can Head Into the All-Star Break on a High Note

The Angels have one more opportunity to head into the All-Star break on a positive note. After enduring a frustrating losing streak that followed one of their best stretches of the season, Los Angeles now has a chance to secure a much needed series victory over the Twins.

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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

The 'Active 200-K season leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 11

Inside the Angels' 2026 Draft: What Day 1 Means for the New Front Office Era

For nearly a decade, watching the Los Angeles Angels navigate the first round of the MLB Draft felt like watching a franchise trapped in a self-imposed loop.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 11

Why Drafting Jared Grindlinger Proves the Los Angeles Angels Are Finally Rebuilding Intelligently

With the 12th pick in the 2026 MLB Draft the Angels selected Jered Grindlinger, a 17 year old two way prospect out of Huntington Beach High School. Grindlinger was announced as an outfielder although his pitching can not be discounted.

Los Angeles Angels News / 5 GOATs / July 11

Los Angeles Angels select Tennessee LHP/OF commit Jared Grindlinger in 2026 MLB Draft

Elite two-way prep prospect Jared Grindlinger, a 2026 Tennessee signee, was selected by the Angels with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Grindlinger, who is both a left-handed pitcher and outfield prospect, is the younger brother of Vols freshman catcher Trent Grindlinger.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11

Angels star Mike Trout explains why this year’s All-Star game is ‘more special’

Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout has played in plenty of All-Star Games, but this one carries a different weight. Trout earned his 12th career selection and will start for the American League in Philadelphia.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 11

Angels' Ryan Johnson aims to turn around fortunes vs. Twins

Ryan Johnson will look for a rare positive result on Saturday afternoon when he takes the mound for the Los Angeles Angels in their game against the Minnesota Twins in Minneapolis.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / July 10

Vaughn Grissom, Grayson Rodriguez guide Angels over Twins

Vaughn Grissom hit a solo home run and sacrifice fly and Grayson Rodriguez threw 5 1/3 solid innings to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night in Minneapolis.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 10

Angels Open Series at the Twins: Predictions, Analysis, and Prop Bets

The Angels are set to open a 3-game series tonight in Minnesota against the Twins. The Halos will be looking to bounce back after a heartbreaking 7-6 walk-off loss last night after erasing a 6-run deficit.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Mike Trout Net Worth: How Much Is the Los Angeles Angels Star Worth?

Mike Trout could be argued as the steal of the MLB draft in 2009, going No. 25 in the first round, a class that also included Zack Wheeler, Stephen Strasburg, Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt, and Randal Grichuk.

John Mozeliak News / The Lead / July 10

What Does Interim Manager John Mozeliak Bring to the Angels?

Prior to the Angels‘ 5-2 win against the Athletics, the team introduced interim general manager John Mozeliak. The decision to fire Perry Minasian became public on June 26. Club president Molly Jolly began the process of bringing Mozeliak in weeks before the news went public.