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Angels vs. White Sox: Why This Series Could Define the Season

April is generally a little too early to state a series is a "must win" but in the Angels case this series against the Chicago White Sox looms large. Fresh off a beatdown in Kansas City, the Angels have lost 7 of their last 8 games and sit at a miserly 12-17.

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Los Angeles Angels vs. Kansas City Royals Series Recap: Key Takeaways and Standout Performers

Facing a struggling Kansas City team, the Angels lost their third consecutive series and put themselves 4 games under .500. There is plenty of blame to go around for this recent run of losses, but there have also been some solid performances by the Halos.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / April 26

2026 Transactions: Angels DFA Romano, Yankees Option Gil

Luis Gil is headed back to the Minors, as the Yankees announced that he will return to Triple-A on April 27 after his most recent start in Houston. It was one of several moves made on the 26th, a day that also saw Jordan Romano cut by the Angels.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / April 26

Angels Announce Disappointing Logan O’Hoppe Injury News

The Los Angeles Angels placed catcher Logan O’Hoppe on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a left wrist fracture, a significant blow to a team that has

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / April 26

Angels quickly move on from reliever Jordan Romano

The Los Angeles Angels have quickly moved on from a reclamation project.

Red Sox fire manager Alex Cora, clean house amid terrible start

Red Sox players express frustration with front office following firing spree

Jason Varitek had a priceless reaction to the Red Sox firings

Red Sox should only consider one Alex Cora replacement

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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.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / April 26

Angels place Logan O'Hoppe on IL, DFA Jordan Romano

The Los Angeles Angels placed catcher Logan O'Hoppe on the 10-day injured with a left wrist fracture prior to Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 26

Angels Designate Jordan Romano For Assignment, Select Joey Lucchesi

The Angels announced a series of moves before Sunday’s matchup against the Royals, the most notable of which was designating closer Jordan Romano for assignment.

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

Angels Leaders 2026: Who Leads the Team in Home Runs, ERA, and WAR?

One full month of Angels baseball is in the books. There have been some exciting developments with younger players and a young core is emerging. Let's take an early look at who is leading the Angels in key statistical categories after baseball's first month.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Angels' Catcher Exits Royals Game With Wrist Injury

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe exited Saturday night's game against the Kansas City Royals with left wrist irritation, the team announced. The Angels were ultimately defeated 12-1 by the Royals in Kansas City as well.

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

Angels Prospect Lucas Ramirez Emerging as a Name to Watch after World Baseball Classic Breakout

Prior to this year's World Baseball Classic, Lucas Ramirez was largely unknown to the baseball world. If his name came up at all it was generally in reference to his far more famous father, Manny Ramirez.

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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 / Total Apex Sports / April 25

Los Angeles Angels Finally Break Humiliating Losing Streak

While the Los Angeles Angels have had a bunch to be proud of with fantastic players like Mike Trout, Jo Adell, and Jose Soriano on the roster, they have also had some frustration regarding their four-game losing streak.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 24

Royals score 5 runs in 4th inning to beat Angels

Veteran Mike Trout set an Angels franchise record for most career games played at any one position with his 1,367th appearance in center field, but Los Angeles fell to the Kansas City Royals 6-3 on Friday night in the opening game of their series in Kansas City.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / April 24

Angels Radio Trent Rush Talks Jose Soriano, Zach Neto, and More with Angels on SI

Angels fans are familiar with the sound of Trent Rush's voice from his pregame and postgame shows on the Angels flagship station KLAA AM 830. Being around the team every day gives Trent an inside perspective which he gladly shared with me.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / April 24

Angels at Royals Match Ups, Predictions, Storylines, and How to Watch the Games

The Angels offense has been much better on the road than at home. Will that continue in Kansas City? Let's take a look at the match ups and storylines.

Mike Trout News / Field Level Media / April 23

Angels visit Mike Trout-friendly Kansas City for 3-game series

While the Los Angeles Angels have ended their first true skid on the young season, the Kansas City Royals continue to struggle. Looking to build on a needed victory, the visiting Angels try to hand the Royals a 10th loss in 11 games on Friday night.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Angels Make Mike Trout Announcement During Blue Jays Game

Mike Trout is having a resurgent season for the Los Angeles Angels. Trout currently has eight home runs in 25 games, putting him on pace for 50 home runs in 156 games played.

Jose Soriano News / Yardbarker / April 22

Jose Soriano continuing historic start for Los Angeles Angels

Jose Soriano has been a revelation for the Los Angeles Angels thus far.

Angels snub Shohei Ohtani in their montage video

The 'MLB all-time saves leaders' quiz

Kirby Yates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 22

What’s next in injury recovery for former All-Star reliever Kirby Yates with Angels?

Los Angeles Angels reliever Kirby Yates is continuing to recover from left knee inflammation. Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com shared the latest update on Yates ahead of the team’s game on Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Los Angeles Angels News / 5 GOATs / April 22

Garret Anderson dead at 53: Cause of death revealed for Los Angeles Angels legend

Garret Anderson, the all-time hits leader for the Los Angeles Angels, died this past Thursday. Anderson was 53. Anderson’s cause of death was revealed Wednesday by TMZ Sports.

Los Angeles Angels News / The Spun / April 21

Cause Of Death For Angels Legend Garret Anderson Has Been Announced

The MLB community has received an update on the death of former Los Angeles Angels outfielder Garret Anderson. Anderson, 53, passed away last Thursday after suffering a medical emergency at his Newport Beach home, according to TMZ.

Mike Trout 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

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Reid Detmers 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.

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 / Larry Brown Sports / April 17

Angels legend Garret Anderson dies at age 53

Legendary former Los Angeles Angels star Garret Anderson has died at the age of 53, the Angels announced on Friday. The death of Anderson was unexpected and came following a medical emergency at his home in Newport Beach, Calif., on Thursday, according to TMZ.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17

Former Angels star Garret Anderson passes away

The Angels announced Friday that three-time All-Star and 2002 World Series champion Garret Anderson has passed away at just 53 years of age. Anderson suffered a fatal heart attack, per Tyler Kepner of The Athletic.