Los Angeles Angels: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / March 21

Angels release UTL Chris Taylor, RHP Hunter Strickland

The Los Angeles Angels released utility player Chris Taylor and right-hander Hunter Strickland on Saturday. Both players had signed minor league contracts with the club.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 21

The Angels Opening Day Lineup is Now Obvious

As the team prepared to leave its Spring Training home in Tempe, Arizona, the Angels made a flurry or roster moves yesterday. In looking at who is returning to Anaheim for the Freeway Series and who was sent to minor league camp, the Angels roster is starting to take shape.

Hunter Strickland News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21

Angels Release Hunter Strickland

The Angels announced that right-hander Hunter Strickland and utilityman Chris Taylor have been released. Taylor was known to be on the way out after he opted out of his minor league deal with the team yesterday, and Strickland may well be in the same situation as another veteran player in camp as a non-roster invite.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 20

All the Angels Roster Moves That Went Down Today

The Angels made a flurry of roster moves as the team prepares to head back home for the Freeway Series. Many of the moves today answered questions but some actually made the Opening Day roster a little less clear.

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Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Angels Receive Mike Trout News After Leaving Spring Training Game

The Los Angeles Angels are preparing for another season in which they hope their current group can finally reach the MLB playoffs. The Angels are still led by center fielder Mike Trout, who has spent the last 15 years trying to carry the organization into October but has rarely had a roster strong enough around him.

Chris Taylor News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20

Chris Taylor Opts Out Of Angels Deal

Veteran infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor was in camp with the Angels on a minor league deal. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that Taylor has opted out of his deal and has been informed that he will not make the club.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20

Angels reassign former 35-home run hitter to minor league camp

The Los Angeles Angels are currently working on finalizing their Opening Day roster. On Friday, the team announced multiple roster moves. Among the more notable decisions was the team’s move to reassign veteran first baseman Trey Mancini to minor league camp.

Jose Soriano News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 20

Why Jose Soriano is the Right Choice for Opening Day

Manager Kurt Suzuki named Jose Soriano as the Opening Day starter for the Angels. Getting the start for the first game is a tremendous honor in the pitching world and most fans and writers expected Yusei Kikuchi to get the nod.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20

Angels manager Kurt Suzuki’s Grayson Rodriguez ‘dead arm’ update will concern fans

The Los Angeles Angels are dealing with a developing concern as Opening Day approaches, with Grayson Rodriguez now at the center of attention. Kurt Suzuki offered a candid update, describing the issue as “dead arm,” a term that quickly raises questions this late in camp.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Los Angeles Angels News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19

Angels’ big offseason addition is already injured

The Los Angeles Angels are already down on their luck (again). Angels manager Kurt Suzuki revealed to reporters on Thursday that new pitcher Grayson Rodriguez is dealing with arm soreness (specifically a “dead arm”).

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 19

What Grayson Rodriguez's Injury Means to the Angels Rotation

When healthy, Grayson Rodriguez is a high caliber pitcher. Angels fans should expect him to be good when he's on the mound. How often he'll be on the mound is the concern.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 19

What the Angels Spring Breakout Rosters Tells About the Angels Future

In an effort to showcase the future stars of Major League baseball he league created Spring Breakout games. Each Major League club will send their best prospects out to compete against another team's best prospects in games during Spring Training.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 19

All You Need to Know About the Angels Spring Breakout Game

Spring Breakout games are a chance for teams to put their best prospects on the field and give them a chance to shine. Today at 11 AM, the Angels top prospects will face the Guardians top prospects in Tempe Diablo Stadium.

Mike Trout News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 18

It Is Way Too Early To Worry About Mike Trout Struggling Before Opening Day

Not long after I noted all the things Mike Trout is doing in camp to make us believe he is Mike Trout again his Cactus League numbers started to drop. Now facing a batting line of .219/.286/.344 and yet to hit his first home run in 2026, people are getting worried about his continued decline.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 18