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3 Teams That Could Upgrade at Shortstop by Targeting Zach Neto at Trade Deadline

It's no secret that the Los Angeles Angels have struggled as a team in 2026. But some individual players on the Angels could be difference-makers for several organizations that are trying to make a push for the playoffs this year.

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Sellers’ Paradise: How a Desperate MLB Trade Market Is Playing Directly Into the Angels’ Hands

The economic fundamental principle of supply and demand is firmly in the Angels favor at the MLB trade deadline approaches. With an abysmal 41-62 record the Angels are a clear seller in a market that figures to be overloaded with buyers.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 23

Cubs, Angels could be trade partners before deadline

With the baseball world wondering what the Chicago Cubs are going to do at the MLB trade deadline on Aug. 3, this latest report gives insight into a possible deal with the Los Angeles Angels.

Zach Neto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 23

Red Sox’s ‘strong’ Zach Neto trade interest comes with Angels caveat

The Boston Red Sox reportedly have their eyes on one of the most intriguing infielders who could be available before the MLB trade deadline. According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, Boston has “strong” interest in Angels shortstop Zach Neto.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / July 23

Slumping Giants, Angels meet with deadline questions looming

Two teams taking inventory as the trade deadline approaches go head-to-head Friday night when the San Francisco Giants host a three-game interleague series against the Los Angeles Angels.

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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.

Zach Neto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 23

Red Sox’s perfect trade offer for Angels’ Zach Neto

The Los Angeles Angels are firmly in sell mode as the 2026 trade deadline approaches, and while starters Reid Detmers and Jose Soriano have dominated the rumor mill, the more surprising development is that shortstop Zach Neto has entered the conversation.

Zach Neto News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 23

Red Sox-Angels Blockbuster: What a Zach Neto Trade Package Could Return

A 15 game winning streak powered the Boston Red Sox into the thick of the playoff hunt. Meanwhile a 3 game winning streak kept the Angels firmly in the cellar.

Reid Detmers News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 22

MLB Deadline Buzz: Why Today’s Short Start Means Reid Detmers is Moving

This afternoon Reid Detmers stepped onto the mound at Angels Stadium and did what he has done all season long, dominate. At least, for a while. Detmers was pulled after pitching 5.1 innings and allowing a single run, a home run to the last batter he faced.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 22

Angels eye continuing one streak while Cards hope to avoid extending another

The St. Louis Cardinals will try to avoid their first five-game losing streak of the season when they finish a six-game road trip with a matchup against the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / July 22

Given 5-run lead, Angels rookie Walbert Urena quiets Cards

Jo Adell hit a two-run home run to highlight a five-run first inning and rookie Walbert Urena allowed one run on six hits over six innings to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 5-1 victory over the slumping St.

Los Angeles Angels News / 5 GOATs / July 22

Former Oklahoma INF Jaxon Willits signs contract with Angels after 2026 MLB Draft

Former Oklahoma star Jaxon Willits has signed his contract with the Los Angeles Angels, according to MLB.com’s Jim Callis. He was selected in the fifth round of the MLB Draft.

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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.

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

John Mozeliak Angels Trades: Why Reid Detmers, José Soriano, and Zach Neto Could Be Moved

In years past the Angels front office refused to move players with future contract control for prospects. That trade deadline approach has led them to both a last place team and a lowly ranked farm system.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / July 21

Angels may finally be ready to embrace rebuilding process

The Angels have not made the playoffs since 2014 or posted a winning record since 2015.

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Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21

Angels Reportedly Listening To Offers On Controllable Players

In a departure from trade deadlines and offseasons past, the Angels appear to be willing to hear other clubs out when they come calling about some of their most appealing, controllable trade options.

Zach Neto News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Angels' Zach Neto Receives Surprising Trade Deadline Update

The Major League Baseball trade deadline is quickly approaching, and the Los Angeles Angels are one of the few teams firmly in sell mode. The Angels own the worst record in the American League at 40-61 and remain no closer to ending their playoff drought after last reaching the postseason in 2014.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

The reason Angels fired scout called ‘The Baseball Spy’

The Los Angeles Angels are in last place in the AL West. At 40-61 on the season, the Angels are well outside the playoff picture and have lost 12 of their last 16 games.

Los Angeles Angels News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21

Angels finally snap a historically absurd streak after a bizarre ending

The Los Angeles Angels ended an extremely long streak on Monday by defeating the St. Louis Cardinals, 3-2, in a series opener at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif.

John Mozeliak News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21

John Mozeliak On Angels’ Deadline

Angels interim general manager John Mozeliak met with the media before the Halos welcomed his former team, the Cardinals, to Angel Stadium on Monday. The veteran executive will oversee some kind of deadline sale off the American League’s worst roster.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / July 20

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Ryan Johnson News / Angels Nation / July 20

Ryan Johnson, Timely Angels Offense End Four-Game Skid With 3-2 Win Over Tigers

Ryan Johnson delivered five effective innings, and the Los Angeles Angels received key RBI contributions from Jorge Soler and Zach Neto to edge the Detroit Tigers 3-2 on Sunday, ending a four-game losing streak.

Packy Naughton News / Viral Sports News / July 20

Former Angels Pitcher Steps Away From Baseball for Sad Reason

Former Los Angeles Angels pitcher Packy Naughton has announced his retirement from professional baseball at the age of 30. While baseball careers are often measured by statistics, milestones, and longevity, Naughton’s journey represented something much more difficult to quantify: perseverance.

Joey Lucchesi News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

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).