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Angels RHP Kyle Hendricks, former Cubs star, reportedly retiring

Kyle Hendricks, a key part of the Chicago Cubs' 2016 World Series championship team, is set to retire after a 12-year major league career, multiple media outlets reported Monday.

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Angels' 164-inning pitcher heads to retirement from MLB

The reliable righty is signing off.

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Kyle Hendricks News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10

Veteran righty Kyle Hendricks to retire after 12 seasons

Veteran right-hander Kyle Hendricks is calling it a career. The longtime Chicago Cubs hurler, who spent the 2025 season with the Los Angeles Angels, is retiring, per Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Tyler Anderson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 10

Angels Right-Handed Pitcher Elects Free Agency

Look up the definition of the word "journeyman" in a baseball dictionary, and Shaun Anderson's name is likely to appear. Anderson, 31, has pitched for seven teams since 2020.

Los Angeles Angels News / New Baseball Media / November 10

2025 MLB Season Recap: Los Angeles Angels

The 2025 Los Angeles Angels finished the year with another 90+ loss season, the franchise’s third since 2019. While the Angels did improve by nine games this past year, Los Angeles finished last in the AL West and struggled both on the mound and at the plate.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 10

Angels Predicted to Land All-Star Free Agent in $44 Million Deal

The Los Angeles Angels are looking at several positions to upgrade during the offseason, and third base is definitely one of their needs. Both Yoan Moncada and Luis Rengifo entered free agency this offseason after rather disappointing seasons, and the Angels will likely turn their head towards some of free agency's bigger names.

Taylor Ward News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 8

Phillies’ perfect trade offer for Angels’ Taylor Ward

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.

Logan Davidson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 8

Angels Infielder, Former First-Round Draft Pick, Elects Free Agency

Logan Davidson played 10 games in an Angels uniform in 2025. Those 10 games featured the first home run of Davidson's career, against the Seattle Mariners' Bryce Miller on Sept.

Tyler Anderson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 8

Angels All-Star Predicted to End Free Agency With $5 Million Deal

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Tyler Anderson is entering free agency this season, leaving the Halos' rotation shorthanded. The Angels had Anderson for three seasons, where he posted a 4.53 ERA throughout his time in Anaheim and made an All-Star Game.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Mike Trout News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 7

Angels Receive Major Update on Mike Trout Trade Rumors

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout has become a figurehead for franchise loyalty over the course of his 15-year career. Despite the Angels repeatedly failing to build a roster capable of making it to the playoffs, Trout has refused to be traded.

MLB News / ESPN / November 7

Miller among 34 Super 2s eligible for arbitration

San Diego reliever Mason Miller, Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto and Kansas City third baseman Maikel Garcia are among 34 players with two-to-three years or service time who are eligible for salary arbitration.

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MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 6

Angels Add Pitcher From Twins in First Move of Offseason

The Los Angeles Angels made their first move of the offseason Thursday, claiming right-handed relief pitcher Cody Lawyerson off waivers from the Minnesota Twins.

Cody Laweryson News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Angels claim righty Cody Laweryson off waivers from Twins

The Los Angeles Angels announced that they’ve claimed right-handed reliever Cody Laweryson off waivers from the Minnesota Twins. That’ll bring the Halos’ 40-man roster count to 34 players while dropping the Twins to 38.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Braves decline option on David Fletcher, outright four players

The Atlanta Braves have declined their $8M club option on infielder David Fletcher, per Mark Bowman of MLB.com. The team also announced Thursday that they have outrighted LHP Austin Cox, RHP Joel Payamps, catcher Chuckie Robinson and outfielder Carlos Rodríguez to Triple-A Gwinnett.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / November 5

Phillies Reportedly Fit For Angels Outfielders

Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported that the Philadelphia Phillies are a trade fit for two Los Angeles Angels outfielders. Morosi reported that the Angels are open to trading at least one of Jo Adell and Taylor Ward this offseason.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 5

Angels Linked to Mariners' Breakout Star in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Angels have been caught between a rock and a proverbial hard place over the last decade. Saddled with the longest postseason drought in the big leagues, the aim this offseason should be trying to acquire veteran players with proven track records.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 4

Angels Lose 10 Players to Free Agency

With the 2025 MLB season officially over with the Dodgers securing their second World Series title in as many years, it's time for the mixing and matching that is MLB free agency.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 4

Angels Tabbed as Top Fit for Projected $168 Million All-Star Outfielder in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Angels are in the market for an outfielder this offseason, and The Athletic's Jim Bowden believes New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger is a prime candidate to fill the holes in their lineup.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Angels Hire Former Rangers Pitching Coach to Same Position

News broke on Friday that the Los Angeles Angels have agreed to a one-year deal to bring in former Texas Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux for the same position.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 31

Writer questions Angels’ desire to win in lengthy rant

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.

Kurt Suzuki News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Angels gave their new manager a very strange contract

The Los Angeles Angels hired Kurt Suzuki as their new manager, but one of the terms of Suzuki’s new contract sticks out in an unusual way. Sam Blum of The Athletic reported Wednesday that Suzuki only agreed to a 1-year contract with the Angels.

Mike Trout News / Field Level Media / October 22

Mike Trout testifies he confronted Erik Kay about possible drug use

Los Angeles Angels star outfielder Mike Trout, testifying on Tuesday in the civil trial brought by the family of late pitcher Tyler Skaggs, accusing the club of wrongful death, said he knew that then-team communications director Eric Kay had a drug problem.