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Angels-Dodgers Rivalry Produces Most-Viewed Game of 2025 in Key Metric

The Angels haven't often had the upper hand over the Los Angeles Dodgers over the last decade. On the field, the Dodgers have won two World Series championships (2020, 2024) while the Angels are still looking for their first postseason appearance since 2014 — the longest active playoff drought in MLB.

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Angels Named Top Fit For $158.4 Million All-Star Pitcher in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Angels could land a top free agent starting pitcher who had a resurgent season in 2025. The Angels continue their hunt for quality starting pitching.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 26

Angels Celebrate Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Engagement With Hilarious Post

The Los Angeles Angels have joined in on the internet frenzy regarding pop star Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce's engagement. Instead of posting about the singer/songwriter and football player, they cleverly used some of their own players to join in on the 'Taylor' and 'Travis' media attention.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / August 26

Angels Release 2026 MLB Season Schedule

The Los Angeles Angels announced their 2026 MLB regular season schedule on Tuesday morning. The season begins with an away game on Opening Day against the Houston Astros on March 26.

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Chris Taylor News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 26

Angels Close to Adding Former All-Star Utility Man to Lineup

Los Angeles Angels utility man Chris Taylor believes he's close to making a return from the injured list with a fractured hand. Taylor first fractured his hand following just 10 games with the Halos after being struck by a pitch against the Athletics in June.

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Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 26

Angels Notes: Ron Washington Health Update, Mike Trout Injury Latest, Major Roster Move

The Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers, 4-0, in an impressive road shutout from the Halos. It was a dominant win, which saw Jose Soriano return to the mound after the birth of his child and provide a gem.

Rangers Falter Against Angels in Series Opener

ARLINGTON, Texas (Aug 25) — The Texas Rangers dropped their series opener against the Los Angeles Angels, 4–0, Monday night. Zach Neto and Logan O’Hoppe both homered, adding to the width of the Angels’ wingspan over the home nine.

Jose Soriano News / Field Level Media / August 25

Jose Soriano, four Angels relievers shut out Rangers

Zach Neto led off the game with a homer and Jose Soriano combined with four relievers on a shutout as the Los Angeles Angels blanked the Texas Rangers 4-0 on Monday in the opener of a three-game series at Arlington, Texas.

Zach Neto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Angels’ Zach Neto leads LA to franchise-record breaking night vs. Rangers

The Los Angeles Angels wasted no time making history Monday night, and Zach Neto was the one who delivered it. The shortstop launched a leadoff home run on the first pitch of the game against the Texas Rangers, marking his ninth leadoff homer of the season and breaking the franchise’s single-season team record — all while helping L.A.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Angels Make Mike Trout Decision as MLB History Nears

The Los Angeles Angels have fallen out of the American League wild card race in August, now sitting 8.5 games out of postseason contention with just one month remaining in the regular season.

Ron Washington News / Field Level Media / August 25

Angels manager Ron Washington reveals he underwent major heart surgery

Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington revealed Monday that he underwent quadruple bypass heart surgery shortly after going on medical leave eight weeks ago.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Ron Washington News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25

Angels manager recovering from quadruple bypass, hopes to manage in 2026

In June, the Los Angeles Angels announced that manager Ron Washington would remain on medical leave for the rest of the season.

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Ron Washington News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Ron Washington reveals the health issue that forced him to leave Angels

Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington offered details about the health issue that forced him away from the team for roughly half of the season. Washington joined the Angels on the road in Arlington, Tx.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 25

Angels Make Roster Move Ahead of AL West Battle vs Rangers

The Los Angeles Angels have recalled right-handed pitcher Sam Bachman from Triple-A Salt Lake, the team announced. Additionally, the Angels placed left-handed pitcher Tyler Anderson on the paternity list.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 25

Angels' Yoan Moncada Provides Update on Knee Injury

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Yoan Moncada spoke about the knee issue which has plagued him for months after Friday's 3-2 loss against the Chicago Cubs.

Kyle Hendricks News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 25

Angels Pitcher Could Suddenly Retire This Offseason, Says Insider

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Kyle Hendricks could potentially retire after a long tenure in MLB. Ahead of Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs, MLB insider Bob Nightengale stated that Hendricks could retire after this season.

Cubs Edge Angels 4-3 to Finish Three-Game Sweep

Nico Hoerner doubled in a run against his former teammate Kyle Hendricks, and the Chicago Cubs held on for a 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep at Angel Stadium.

Nolan Schanuel News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24