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Everything went wrong for the Angels in embarrassing 1st inning vs. Dodgers

The Los Angeles Angels had a first inning to forget on Saturday against their crosstown rivals. The Angels struck first with a run in the top of the inning to take an early 1-0 lead on the road at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif.

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Angels reinstate Nolan Schanuel, place Jorge Soler on IL

The Los Angeles Angels made a flurry of moves on Saturday. The club reinstated infielder Nolan Schanuel from the IL, placed outfielder Jorge Soler (oblique) on the IL (retroactive to June 4), selected the contract of outfielder Gustavo Campero and placed him on the 10-day IL and designated catcher Omar Martinez for assignment.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

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Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 6

Angels Announce Several Roster Moves

The Angels made several roster decisions ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Dodgers. First baseman Nolan Schanuel is back from the IL. Outfielder Jorge Soler heads to the IL with an oblique strain.

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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.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 6

Angels vs. Dodgers: Freeway Series Game 2 Lines, Odds, Analysis, and Prop Bets

The Angels will look to bounce back against the Dodgers tonight after getting walked off in heartbreaking fashion last night. Detmers pitched an amazing game for the Halos last night, going 6 shutout innings while striking out 6 and allowing only 4 baserunners.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 5

Angels Select Samy Natera

The Angels announced they’ve selected lefty reliever Samy Natera onto the big league roster. He’ll step into the bullpen in place of Shaun Anderson, who has again been designated for assignment.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 5

Former Angels Pitcher, 7-Year MLB Veteran, Dies at 72

The Angels saw plenty of Bob Lacey as an opposing pitcher on the Oakland A's teams of the late 1970s. In fact, no American League reliever made more appearances from 1977-78 than the left-hander from Tucson, Arizona.

Kurt Suzuki News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 5

Angels analyst calls out Kurt Suzuki’s ‘command of the room’

The Los Angeles Angels are tied for last in Major League Baseball, and at least one reporter is pointing the finger at first-year manager Kurt Suzuki. Suzuki, who played his final two seasons in MLB with the Angels, became a front-office special assistant after retiring, and last October, he became the team’s manager.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / June 5

Three potential trade candidates for the Los Angeles Angels

Although the Angels have typically been loath to trade significant parts of the roster, it is long past time.

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki hopes to bedevil Angels with new pitch

Angels pile up 16 hits to capture series finale vs. Rockies

Mike Trout may be saving Angels from a big mistake

The 'MLB active stolen base leaders' quiz

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 4

Angels vs Dodgers Rivalry: Why Halos Fans Are Desperate for a Freeway Series Win

Separated by only 45 miles, the Angels and Dodgers are on the polar opposite ends of the baseball spectrum. One is a juggernaut coming off consecutive World Series championships with eyes on a third.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Jorge Soler News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Angels Provide Jorge Soler Injury Update After Early Exit

The Los Angeles Angels have provided an update concerning Jorge Soler’s injury after the veteran slugger exited early during Wednesday’s win over the Colorado Rockies in Anaheim.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 4

Angels rumors: Jeff Passan takes subtle jab at owner over Mike Trout trade stubbornness

It seems to be the same story for the Los Angeles Angels every year. The team struggles, Mike Trout trade rumors swirl, and the star ends up remaining with the ball club past the MLB trade deadline.

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Jo Adell News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 4

Was Jo Adell’s 2025 Breakout a Fluke? What the Statcast Metrics Say

Jo Adell has taken a big step backwards at the plate in 2026 and his numbers are starting to mirror those of 2023 and 2024. At this point it is fair to wonder if his 37 home run performance in 2025 was simply a career high and an outlier rather than a sign of his true talent.

Joey Lucchesi News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 4

Angels re-sign reliever to minor league contract

The Los Angeles Angels have re-signed left-handed reliever Joey Lucchesi to a minor league contract after he was released from his previous minor league deal on Tuesday, according to team transactions.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 4

Angels pile up 16 hits to capture series finale vs. Rockies

Nick Madrigal and Wade Meckler had four hits apiece as the Los Angeles Angels salvaged the finale of a three-game series against the Colorado Rockies, winning 11-4 on Wednesday in Anaheim, Calif.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Mike Trout Card Market Outlook and Investment Tips 2026

Hey, collectors, let's talk about 34-year-old Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout. The market outlook for 2026 indicate a fascinating shift for hobbyists.

Joey Lucchesi News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 3

Angels Re-Sign Joey Lucchesi On Minor League Deal

The Angels announced they’ve re-signed reliever Joey Lucchesi to a minor league contract. He’d been released from his previous deal yesterday, presumably after triggering an opt-out clause.

Nolan Schanuel News / The Lead / June 3

What Does Nolan Schanuel’s Injury Mean for the Angels?

On May 27, the Angels placed 1st baseman Nolan Schanuel on the 10-day injured list with ankle inflammation after he missed the previous two games. Schanuel

Walbert Urena News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 3

It's Hard To Deny What Angels Walbert Urena Is Becoming

One of the biggest surprises for the Angels this season has been the emergence of Jose Soriano, who has quickly established himself as an important piece of the team's future.

MLB News / Just Baseball / June 3

Ballpark Write-Up 2: Angel Stadium and Dodger Stadium

In a partnership with Just Baseball, Will Benton is ranking and reviewing all 30 MLB stadiums in just 50 days. His second and third stops were at Angel Stadium to visit the Los Angeles Angels, followed by Dodger Stadium to catch the Los Angeles Dodgers at home.

Los Angeles Angels News / Larry Brown Sports / June 3

Jo Adell pulls a Jose Canseco in the outfield

Jo Adell now knows what it is like to dine on the other end of the table. Adell and the Los Angeles Angels played Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies.

Grayson Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / June 2

Angels' Grayson Rodriguez takes next step on comeback trail vs. Rockies

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Grayson Rodriguez will try to win his third consecutive start Tuesday night as he continues his comeback after missing almost 22 months with injuries against the Colorado Rockies in Anaheim, Calif.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / June 2