Los Angeles Angels: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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

Angels Linked to $70 Million All-Star Infielder in Potential Blockbuster Trade

The Los Angeles Angels are one of three teams The Athletic linked to Colorado Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon. McMahon has had a subpar season so far, posting an OPS+ below league average for the ninth MLB season in a row with the most strikeouts in the National League.

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

Angels Manager Reveals Why Jack Kochaniwicz Was Demoted to Triple-A

Los Angeles Angels interim manager Ray Montgomery revealed why the Halos sent starting pitcher Jack Kochanowicz to Triple-A. Kochanowicz allowed eight runs in his start against the Texas Rangers on Thursday — the most he had allowed all season — and was demoted to Triple-A on Friday.

Logan O'Hoppe News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 12

Angels' Logan O'Hoppe Will Ride Bench More for Halos Amid Struggles

Los Angeles Angels interim manager Ray Montgomery stated the Halos would play catcher Travis d'Arnaud over Logan O'Hoppe more often amid the veteran's hot streak.

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

Angels Notes: Shocking Roster Move, Yusei Kikuchi Replaced on All-Star Team, Pitcher Out Indefinitely

The Los Angeles Angels took a dramatic 6-5 win over the Diamondbacks in their series opener on Friday. They jumped to a first-inning 4-0 lead, but found themselves level at five in the bottom of the ninth.

MLB News / Angels Nation / July 12

d’Arnaud’s Walk-Off Hit Lifts Angels to 6-5 Win Over Diamondbacks

Travis d’Arnaud came off the bench to deliver a pinch-hit RBI single down the left-field line in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the Los Angeles Angels a 6-5 walk-off victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 12

Angels, Travis d'Arnaud walk off Diamondbacks

Pinch-hitter Travis d'Arnaud singled in Logan O'Hoppe from second with one out in the bottom of the ninth to give the Los Angeles Angels a 6-5 walk-off victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in the opener of a three-game series on Friday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Yusei Kikuchi News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 11

Angels’ Yusei Kikuchi Replaced by Rays Pitcher on AL All-Star Team

Major League Baseball announced Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen has replaced Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi on the American All-Star team's active roster for the MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday.

Jack Kochanowicz News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 11

Angels Shockingly Demote Starting Pitcher to Triple-A Amid Major Struggles

The Los Angeles Angels have made a surprise move, optioning right-handed pitcher Jack Kochanowicz to Triple-A Salt Lake. Kochanowicz has been in the starting rotation all season long, but has struggled mightily (especially as of late), and will now head to Triple-A to work things out.

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

Angels Outfielder Linked to 3 Teams in Potential Trade Deadline Shocker

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward's name has spun around the rumor mill for the past couple of months following his impressive May, and The Athletic has given him three potential landing spots ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

Jack Kochanowicz News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 11

Angels to Discuss Removing Starter From Rotation Amid Major Struggles

The Los Angeles Angels are considering removing starting pitcher Jack Kochanowicz from the rotation after a run of disappointing starts. Kochanowicz allowed eight runs through 2.2 innings against the Texas Rangers in his start on Thursday.

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

Angels Linked to $5.25 Million Pitcher, Ex-Halo in Potential Trade Deadline Move

While the Los Angeles Angels hang around the playoff race, there's real thought to the idea that the front office actually could be buyers rather than sellers with the trade deadline approaching.

Los Angeles Angels News / A to Z Sports / July 11

ESPN MLB mock draft puts Liam Doyle on a team that would become a favorite for fans of the Tennessee Vols

The Los Angeles Angels are a team that should be getting a lot of attention from fans in Knoxville. After Sunday, that could truly become the case. Tennessee

Taylor Ward News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 10

Cubs Could Pursue Angels Star Outfielder in Blockbuster Trade Deadline Move

The Athletic listed Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward as one of three players who could "diversify" the Chicago Cubs' lineup as they push for a run into October.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 10

Former Angels Coach, Scout Passes Away

Joe Coleman, a coach and scout who held multiple roles in the Angels organization during the 1980s and 1990s, passed away on Wednesday. He was 77. Coleman held several jobs with the Angels after his playing career ended, from minor league manager to roving pitching instructor, major league bullpen coach to pitching coach.

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Mike Trout News / Field Level Media / July 10

Mike Trout, Angels out to end series against Rangers with a bang

Three games behind the Seattle Mariners and Boston Red Sox for the final wild-card spot in the American League, the Los Angeles Angels will go for a key series win against the Texas Rangers on Thursday night in Anaheim, Calif.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 10

Led by Mike Trout's 2 HRs, Angels power past Rangers

Jorge Soler hit a two-run go-ahead homer in the bottom of the eighth and Mike Trout belted two home runs and drove in three runs to power the Los Angeles Angels to an 11-8 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 10

Mike Trout brings the fireworks vs. Rangers with 2-run blast

The Los Angeles Angels snapped a three-game losing streak with Nolan Schanuel’s walk-off walk in their series opener against the Texas Rangers. But the team got blown out 13-1 on Tuesday as the Angels have lost four of the last five games entering Wednesday.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 10

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