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Insider Pours Cold Water on Mike Trout Trade Rumors

One of the greatest baseball players to ever live is back healthy and is again performing like one of the league's premier outfielders. Through 43 games, 34-year-old Mike Trout has 11 home runs with a .914 OPS and has already surpassed his 2025 total in fWAR with 2.0.

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Angels Mike Trout Is Quietly Changing The Narrative Around Him Right Now

For the past few years, the conversation surrounding Mike Trout has centered less around greatness and more around availability. Injuries, missed time, and uncertainty slowly began to replace the dominance that once defined his career.

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

LA Angels Roster Shakeup: Pomeranz Injured, Ryan Johnson Returns in Revamped Bullpen

The ever revolving door in the Angels bullpen keeps on spinning as yet another Perry Minasian off season acquisition flames out. Signed off an impressive bounce back season with the Cubs but with a lengthy medical history, Drew Pomeranz has disappointed on the mound and is now headed to the injured list.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13

Angels place Drew Pomeranz on 15-day IL due to left elbow inflammation

The Angels placed left-hander Drew Pomeranz on the 15-day injured list today due to left elbow inflammation. Right-hander Ryan Johnson was reinstated from the IL in a corresponding move.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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

Angels Series Loss in Cleveland Highlights Offensive Struggles and Missed Opportunities

The Angels losing in Cleveland is nothing new. Heading into today's game the Guardians had a 29-4 record at home against the Halos dating to 2015. Yet again, their better pitching, deeper lineup, and better defense led to a win today and a series sweep.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Drew Pomeranz News / Field Level Media / May 13

Angels place LHP Drew Pomeranz (elbow) on 15-day injured list

The Los Angeles Angels placed left-hander Drew Pomeranz on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday because of left elbow inflammation. In a corresponding move, the Angels activated rookie right-hander Ryan Johnson from the 15-day injured list.

Reid Detmers News / Field Level Media / May 13

Angels' Reid Detmers hoping for better success at Guardians

Cade Smith was viewed as a future closer by the Cleveland Guardians when unexpected circumstances forced him into the role last summer. The right-hander has thrived since making the move and is one of the main reasons why Cleveland is again atop the American League Central Division.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 12

Angels’ Offensive Issues Continue in One-Run Loss to Guardians

The Los Angeles Angels kept the game close today, but the larger problems remained the same. In a 3-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians, the Angels received a competitive start from Walbert Ureña and a mostly solid bullpen effort, but the offense again failed to generate enough timely production.

Jo Adell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Angels outfielder Jo Adell makes wild HR robbery vs. Guardians for 5th of the season

The Los Angeles Angels witnessed another spectacular defensive play from Jo Adell on Tuesday night during their matchup against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field.

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

Angels Trade Rumors: Ranking LA’s Most Valuable Trade Chips

The 2026 Angels are on pace to set a new franchise record in futility. With 100 losses almost assured and the schedule getting even tougher, the team would be wise to sell some assets at the trade deadline.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Nick Sandlin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 12

Tigers, Nick Sandlin Agree To Minor League Deal

The Tigers are in agreement with reliever Nick Sandlin on a minor league contract, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction log. He’ll report to Triple-A Toledo.

Jose Soriano News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 12

It's Impossible to Deny What Angel's Breakout Star Jose Soriano Is Becoming

At a certain point, a breakout stops being a question and starts becoming a fact. Jose Soriano has reached that point. Through nine starts this season, he's been one of the best Pitchers in all of Major League Baseball.

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

Angels’ Early Bullpen Collapse Too Much to Overcome in Loss to Guardians

The Los Angeles Angels opened their series against the Cleveland Guardians with another frustrating loss Monday night, falling 7-2 after an early bullpen collapse put them in a hole they never recovered from.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 11

Angels share crucial Logan O’Hoppe injury announcement

Currently locked in a series-opening clash on the road versus the Cleveland Guardians, the Los Angeles Angels will attempt to claw their way out of the AL West basement.

Jose Soriano News / Athlon Sports / May 11

José Soriano Is the Best Pitcher in Baseball — and His Statcast Profile Says It's Real

Seemingly out of nowhere, Jose Soriano is the best pitcher in baseball. His Statcast profile says it’s real. We’ll dig in to explain how he’s doing it and what you should do if you have him or want him on your teams.

Mike Trout News / Viral Sports News / May 11

Angels’ Mike Trout Connected to Potential Trade to NL Contender

The San Diego Padres continue to draw attention in the rumor mill as they pursue high-profile talent through potential trades. For several seasons now, the team’s leadership has pursued an ambitious strategy of acquiring top performers, all with the ultimate aim of delivering a World Series championship to Southern California.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 10

Angels vs. Blue Jays Series Analysis: Key Takeaways from Toronto's Dominance

The Toronto Blue Jays continued to own the Angels, taking 2 out of 3 games and outscoring the Halos 17-8 in the series. Most of that damage was done during the 14- beatdown by the Blue Jays on Saturday night, but it is notable the Jays held the Angels offense to 1 run over the first 2 games.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / May 10