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What We Learned from the Angels vs. Padres Series

The Angels faced one of the best teams in baseball and lost the series 1 game to 2. Let's take a look at what we learned from the series. Last week I took a look at what was holding Kikuchi back and how he could correct it.

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Baseball Is Simply Better When Mike Trout Is Succeeding

The title of this article speaks for itself, and its weight could not make it more impactful. Since his rookie year, despite a slow start, Mike Trout has been mentioned as one of the greatest ever to play the game.

Reid Detmers News / Field Level Media / April 20

Coming off gem, Reid Detmers leads Angels vs. Jays

Los Angeles Angels left-hander Reid Detmers will try to build on one of the best starts of his career when he takes the mound Monday night against the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays in the opener of a three-game series in Anaheim, Calif.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / April 19

Mike Trout's batting average does not tell the full story

When Mike Trout is sitting at .234 through 22 games, it feels natural to assume that something is wrong. Not this time.

Michael King, Mason Miller help Padres stymie Angels

Angels activate OF/DH Jorge Soler from four-game suspension

Former Angels All-Star, World Series hero Garret Anderson passes away at 53

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

The 'Four-HR MLB games' quiz

The 'American League Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Most 7-strikeout World Series games' quiz

Tyler Bremner News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / April 19

Prospect Tracker: Tyler Bremner Give Angels Fans a Reason to Dream.

Tyler Bremner was drafted second overall in the 2025 draft to be a front of the rotation arm and he looked just like one last night. In just his third professional start he struck out 10 batters in 5 innings without issuing a walk.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Jorge Soler News / Field Level Media / April 19

Angels activate OF/DH Jorge Soler from four-game suspension

The Los Angeles Angels activated outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler from the suspended list on Sunday and put him in the cleanup spot of the lineup for the series finale against the San Diego Padres.

Los Angeles Angels News / Just Baseball / April 19

Reid Detmers Is Rewarding the Angels’ Faith in the Rotation

Following a strong showing out of the bullpen in 2025, left-hander Reid Detmers earned himself another opportunity to start in 2026. Through four starts, the Los Angeles Angels are reaping the benefits of their faith.

Los Angeles Angels News / CBSSports.com / April 19

Garret Anderson dies at 53: Angels outfielder was three-time MLB All-Star, 2002 World Series champ

'Garret will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Angels fans for his professionalism, class, and loyalty,' Angels owner Arte Moreno said

Samuel Aldegheri News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 18

Angels Recall Walbert Ureña, Option Sam Aldegheri

The Angels have announced that they’ve recalled right-hander Walbert Ureña from Triple-A. Lefty Sam Aldegheri is being optioned to Triple-A in a corresponding move.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / April 18

One More Ovation: Garret Anderson Honored by Fans and Team Last Night

A packed house at the Big A both celebrated an Angels win and mourned the loss of a franchise icon last night. The news of Garret Anderson's passing was fresh on the minds of fans as they entered the ballpark.

Jose Soriano News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18

Angels pitcher Jose Soriano rewrites history with dominant 5-start stretch

The Los Angeles Angels are witnessing a breakout, as Jose Soriano’s dominant play headlines a historic pitching stretch across Major League Baseball. His latest performance came during the Angels’ matchup vs.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Los Angeles Angels News / Viral Sports News / April 18

Former MLB Outfielder, World Series Champion Has Reportedly Died

Garret Anderson, the longtime MLB outfielder who starred for the Los Angeles Angels and contributed significantly to their lone World Series title, has passed away at the age of 53.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / April 18

The Angels Bullpen Will Add a Closer (or two) Soon

After a frustrating week watching Jordan Romano be asked to do more than he is able to do, Angels fans want a closer and they want one now. Manager Kurt Suzuki is almost certain to use a new reliever as a closer until reinforcements come along.

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The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / April 18

Angels hammer Padres hours after learning of Garret Anderson's death

Yoan Moncada and Josh Lowe each homered and Jose Soriano allowed two hits over 5 2/3 innings for his fifth win as the Los Angeles Angels, only hours after announcing the death of franchise icon Garret Anderson, snapped San Diego's eight-game winning streak with an 8-0 victory on Friday night in Anaheim, Calif.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / April 17

Angels vs. Padres Preview: Two Hot Offenses Clash in Anaheim

On what will surely be an emotional night in Anaheim as the Angels mourn the loss of Garret Anderson, the San Diego Padres will take their 8 game winning streak onto the field.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 17

Garret Anderson gets touching tribute from Angel Stadium groundskeepers

Former Los Angeles Angels outfielder Garret Anderson has passed away at the age of 53, and the team’s groundskeepers are honoring his memory as the team prepares to host the San Diego Padres Friday night.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 17

Angels' Mike Trout shares heartfelt message after Garret Anderson's death

On Friday, the Los Angeles Angels announced that Garret Anderson has passed away at 53 years old.

Former Angels All-Star, World Series hero Garret Anderson passes away at 53

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17

The Angels May Have Found An Ace

Angels right-hander José Soriano has had a really tough journey but it seems he has arrived. He has largely stayed healthy for a few years and his results keep getting better.