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Joey Lucchesi Signs With NPB’s Chiba Lotte Marines

Veteran left-hander Joey Lucchesi is headed to Japan. The Chiba Lotte Marines of Nippon Professional Baseball announced this week that they’ve signed the 33-year-old CAA client for the remainder of the 2026 season (via Yuri Karasawa of Yakyu Cosmopolitan).

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What I Got Right, and Wrong, About the Angels at the All Star Break

The All Star Break signals the beginning of the postseason scramble in baseball. It is more than half way through the season and by this time of the year the pack of title contenders is apparent.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

How Angels’ Mike Trout can join exclusive home run club during second half of season

As the second half of the MLB season is about to begin, Mike Trout just played in the All-Star Game, which was close to his hometown. Now, the Los Angeles Angels’ slugger has a chance to join an exclusive home run club over the next couple of months, according to MLB.com.

Jo Adell News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 16

MLB Trade Deadline: Top 5 Teams Most Likely to Trade for Jo Adell

Right handed power is in short supply across Major League Baseball which means the Angels have an interesting trade chip in Jo Adell. Whether new head of baseball operations John Mozeliak embarks on a full rebuild or not remains to be seen, but with Adell set for free agency after 2027 he could be on the move.

Cody Bellinger News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

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Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Mike Trout Is Back. His Expected Stats Say He Never Left.

Mike Trout hit 17 home runs in his first 74 games of the season and was on pace to have his most productive season since 2022. Unfortunately, a hamstring strain forced him to the IL and caused him to miss approximately three weeks of the season.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 15

The Ultimate Angel Stadium Visitor Guide: Parking, Food, and Seating Tips

Nothing beats time spent at the ballpark with family and friends. Each year nearly 3 million fans attend Angels games. Now the fourth oldest stadium in Major League Baseball, Angels Stadium holds its charm but also shows its age.

MLB News / Just Baseball / July 15

Breaking Down the Angels’ Best Picks From the 2026 MLB Draft

The Los Angeles Angels just completed their first draft with interim general manager John Mozeliak at the helm after a pretty disappointing stretch of seasons with Perry Minasian running the team.

Mike Trout News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16

Mike Trout’s son had a bold answer about his baseball future

Mike Trout may have to look over his shoulder one day when it comes to being the greatest baseball player in the family. Before Tuesday’s 2026 MLB All-Star

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Angels star Mike Trout gets 100% real on playing All-Star game close to his hometown

Mike Trout returned to the MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday night with the Midsummer Classic staged near his South Jersey hometown, giving the Los Angeles Angels superstar a meaningful family homecoming at Citizens Bank Park.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Derek Jeter Explains Why Mike Trout Should Finish His Career with Angels

Mike Trout may be playing in his first All-Star Game in three years, but that will be his only big appearance on the national stage this season. The Los Angeles Angels are once again in the midst of a brutal season, currently in last-place in the AL West at 38-59.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Mike Trout’s son says he will be better than his dad someday

Mike Trout has accomplished just about everything a baseball player can dream of. Three American League MVP awards. Eleven All-Star selections. More than a decade as one of the sport’s most feared hitters.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

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Nolan Schanuel News / Just Baseball / July 14

Nolan Schanuel Is the Angels’ Latest Development Failure

Over the last decade or so, the Los Angeles Angels have made a name for themselves for failing to develop high draft picks to their full potential and rushing them to the majors.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 14

Why Angels Fans Still Have Reasons for Optimism After the First Half

Even though the Angels didn't come away with the series victory they were hoping for before the All-Star break, there were still a few encouraging signs to take away from the finale.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 13

Angels star Mike Trout weighs in on fantasy Jacob Misiorowski-fan matchup

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout weighed in on a fan-vs-pitcher debate during media availability at Citizens Bank Park ahead of the 2026 Home Run Derby in Philadelphia.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 13

Three relievers the Pirates should target ahead of trade deadline

There is no question that the Pittsburgh Pirates are better this season than they have been in recent memory.

Mason Miller’s future gets a notable update ahead of the trade deadline

Yankees are eyeing one All-Star trade target

Mets are expected to trade away one All-Star

There might be a front-runner to trade for Tarik Skubal

The 'MLB 2024 strikeout leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 13

Every Angels Home Run Derby Performance, Ranked: From Anderson to Ohtani

Back, back, back, back....gone! Baseball fans will tune in tonight to watch the game's biggest sluggers compete in the annual Home Run Derby. This year's field does not feature an Angels player, although Mike Trout is at the festivities.

Donovan Walton News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 13

Angels Lose Veteran on Waivers to A's

The A's claimed Donovan Walton off waivers on Sunday, formally ending his brief but productive tenure in the Angels' organization. Walton was designated for assignment Wednesday, a corresponding 26-man roster move when the Angels activated Mike Trout from the injured list.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 12

Angels 2026 MLB Draft Recap: Tim McIlvaine Sets a New Course in Anaheim

Angels scouting director Tim Mcllvaine had the freedom to run the scouting office the way he prefers and left his mark on the 2026 draft. Not only did Mcllvaine help the Angels reverse their trend of selecting low ceiling college players in the first round, he fundamentally changed the Angels approach to drafting talent.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Angels Lose Player to Division Rival on Sunday

The Los Angeles Angels lost a member of their infield depth on Sunday after Donovan Walton was claimed off waivers by the Athletics, ending his brief stint with the organization. The move comes as the Angels continue evaluating their roster before the All-Star break under first-year manager Kurt Suzuki.

Vaughn Grissom News / Angels Nation / July 16

Vaughn Grissom Homers, Drives In Two as Angels Edge Twins 4-3

Vaughn Grissom hit a home run and drove in two runs as the Los Angeles Angels held off the Minnesota Twins for a 4-3 win on Friday night, ending a five-game losing streak at Target Field.

Los Angeles Angels News / 5 GOATs / July 11

Los Angeles Angels select Tennessee LHP/OF commit Jared Grindlinger in 2026 MLB Draft

Elite two-way prep prospect Jared Grindlinger, a 2026 Tennessee signee, was selected by the Angels with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Grindlinger, who is both a left-handed pitcher and outfield prospect, is the younger brother of Vols freshman catcher Trent Grindlinger.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 11

Angels' Ryan Johnson aims to turn around fortunes vs. Twins

Ryan Johnson will look for a rare positive result on Saturday afternoon when he takes the mound for the Los Angeles Angels in their game against the Minnesota Twins in Minneapolis.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / July 10

Vaughn Grissom, Grayson Rodriguez guide Angels over Twins

Vaughn Grissom hit a solo home run and sacrifice fly and Grayson Rodriguez threw 5 1/3 solid innings to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night in Minneapolis.

John Mozeliak News / The Lead / July 10

What Does Interim Manager John Mozeliak Bring to the Angels?

Prior to the Angels‘ 5-2 win against the Athletics, the team introduced interim general manager John Mozeliak. The decision to fire Perry Minasian became public on June 26. Club president Molly Jolly began the process of bringing Mozeliak in weeks before the news went public.