Los Angeles Angels: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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

Top Bullpen Storylines as Pitchers and Catchers Report

Welcome to the Angels 2026 season. With pitchers and catchers reporting to Spring Training, now is the time to get caught up on the off season and look at the storylines to follow through camp.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11

Angels get promising Grayson Rodriguez update after Taylor Ward trade

The Los Angeles Angels made a big trade during the offseason by sending outfielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez.

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

Top Rotation Storylines as Pitchers and Catcher Report

Welcome to the start of the Angels 2026 season. With pitchers and catchers reporting to campe in Tempe, Arizona today let's take a look at the storylines to follow as the Cactus League unfolds.

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Reid Detmers News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10

Reid Detmers Loses Arbitration Hearing To Angels

The Angels have defeated left-hander Reid Detmers in arbitration, reports Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. He’ll be paid at the team’s desired $2.625MM rate rather than his camp’s $2.925MM filing figure.

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The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Hunter Strickland News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9

Angels To Sign Hunter Strickland to Minor League Deal

The Angels have signed reliever Hunter Strickland to a minor league deal, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Strickland has spent parts of the past two seasons with the club.

Kaleb Ort News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9

Angels Outright Kaleb Ort

The Angels announced Monday that right-handed reliever Kaleb Ort passed through waivers unclaimed following his recent DFA. He’s been assigned outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Mike Trout News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / February 9

In Total, Mike Trout has Been a Bargain for the Angels

On March 19th, Angels fans celebrated as the face of the franchise, Mike Trout, signed a 12 year contract extension that would make him an Angel for life.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 8

Looking At The Angels’ Internal Infield Options

The Angels have had a quiet offseason. It can be argued their biggest move was restructuring Anthony Rendon’s final year under contract, with the two parties deferring his $38MM salary over five years.

Los Angeles Angels News / Last Word On Sports / February 7

Mike Trout: Just the Numbers

Major League Baseball has been rising in popularity, attendance, television ratings, and global reach in recent years. However, one of the great dark clouds about this surge is that baseball fans have been unable to enjoy a truly healthy and elite superstar: Mike Trout.

Cody Laweryson News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6

Angels Release Cody Laweryson

The Angels announced they’ve released reliever Cody Laweryson. He had been designated for assignment earlier in the week when they finalized their one-year deal to bring back Yoán Moncada.

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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.

Kaleb Ort News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6

Angels Designate Kaleb Ort For Assignment

The Angels announced that right-hander Kaleb Ort has been designated for assignment. That’s the corresponding move to open a spot for left-hander Brent Suter, who has now been officially signed to a one-year deal.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 6

Is this why Mike Trout isn’t playing in World Baseball Classic?

The World Baseball Classic is just a month away, and the rosters are set for Team USA. However, there is a glaring omission: Mike Trout is not on the final roster.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / February 6

Handicapping the Angels Second Base Position Battle

Christian Moore currently sits atop the Angels official depth chart at second base but his hold on the position is tenous at best. Moore is young, talented, and a recent first round draft pick but he's struggled to make consistent contact as a professional and will battle other young players who are longer on promise than results.

Brent Suter News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5

Angels, Brent Suter Nearing Deal

The Angels are closing in on a major league deal with free agent left-hander Brent Suter, reports Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com. The Diamond Sports Management client would be the fourth veteran bullpen signing of the offseason for the Halos.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / February 5

Ranking the 5 Most Intriguing Angels Non Roster Invitees

The Angels announced their non roster invitee list for Spring Training. As with every year, there's a mix of prospects hoping to prove their worth and veterans hoping to extend their careers one more summer.

Los Angeles Angels News / New Baseball Media / February 5

Angels’ 2025 Spring Training NRI List Includes Bremner, Klassen

Several of the Angels’ best pitching prospects will be with the big club for 2026 Spring Training — at least to start. Former first-rounder Tyler Bremner and George Klassen headline the group that was formally announced on February 4.

Yoan Moncada News / Field Level Media / February 2

Angels re-sign 3B Yoan Moncada to one-year deal

The Los Angeles Angels re-signed third baseman Yoan Moncada to a one-year, $4 million contract on Monday. Right-hander Cody Laweryson was designated for assignment in a corresponding move to clear space on the 40-man roster.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 1

1 last-minute signing Angels must make before spring training

The Los Angeles Angels are entering the 2026 season in a precarious position. They have a brand new manager in Kurt Suzuki. However, he’ll be facing a difficult task in trying to turn Los Angeles’ fortunes around.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 1