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Why Zac Gallen Isn't the Right Free Agent Target for the Angels

As the Angels continue their rebuild, improving the starting rotation should be one of the organization's biggest priorities heading into free agency. While Los Angeles has several promising young pitchers who could become important pieces of its future, adding an experienced starter could help bring some stability to the rotation.

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Angels, Tyler Heineman Avoid Arbitration

The Angels announced that they have signed catcher Tyler Heineman to a one-year deal for the 2027 season worth $1.2375MM. They also re-signed left-hander Sammy Peralta via a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Kurt Suzuki News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Kurt Suzuki Remaining With Angels As Special Assistant

Kurt Suzuki will remain in the Angels organization as a special assistant in the front office, interim general manager John Mozeliak told reporters at the GM Meetings earlier this week (link via Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register).

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

Angels Pitch Arsenal Breakdown: José Fermín’s Best and Worst Pitches

As the Los Angeles Angels evaluate their bullpen depth heading into the offseason, right-hander José Fermín stands out as one of the most intriguing hard throwing arms in Anaheim.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NL Cy Young-winners' quiz

How many of the National League Cy Young Award winners since 1967 can you name in seven minutes?

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'MLB wins-leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'All-Star Game starting pitchers' quiz

Arjun Nimmala News / Just Baseball / November 11

‘His Biggest Attribute Is Himself’: The Quiet Confidence and Historic Impact of Arjun Nimmala

MESA, Ariz. — Arjun Nimmala couldn’t hide his grin, even if he wanted to. The 20-year-old just hit his first Arizona Fall League home run, further showcasing the ease and high IQ of one of the Los Angeles Angels’ most intriguing prospects.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Reid Detmers News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 11

Why Trading Reid Detmers to the Cubs Still Makes Total Sense for the Angels

Reid Detmers was the brightest spot in the Angels 100 loss season in 2026. A move back to the rotation after spending the 2025 season in the bullpen led to a career best 211 strikeouts in 185 innings and an All Star worthy 4.2 bWAR.

Kurt Suzuki News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10

Kurt Suzuki returning to Angels, but not as manager

Kurt Suzuki is staying with the Los Angeles Angels after the organization declined to bring him back as manager for the 2027 season. The Angels declined Suzuki’s managerial option on October 21 following a 62-100 finish, the first 100-loss season in franchise history.

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

When Will the Angels Hire a New GM? One Factor Looms Large in Executive Search

Trade Zach Neto or Reid Detmers? Sign Tarik Skubal? The roster-related questions facing 29 MLB teams this month are almost a moot point for the Angels, whose front office is locked in a unique holding pattern.

Bret Boone News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 10

Bob Boone Dies: Angels, Mark Gubicza, MLB Community Remembers Legendary Catcher

The baseball community awoke Tuesday to the sad news that Bob Boone, the Angels' all-time leader in games caught and part of a three-generation family of MLB players, died at 78.

Los Angeles Angels News / Viral Sports News / November 10

Former Los Angeles Angels Star Has Died

The Los Angeles Angels organization is mourning the loss of former catcher Bob Boone, who died Monday at age 78. A steadying presence behind the plate during a formative stretch of the franchise’s history, Boone spent seven seasons (1982-88) with the then-California Angels and left an enduring mark on the club.

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

Angels Positional Inventory: Why Catching is Both a 2027 Priority and the Future of the Franchise

The Los Angeles Angels are officially entering a critical offseason in the midst of both an ownership change and a roster rebuild. The best way to assess the team's needs is to take inventory of the team's assets.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Bret Boone News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 10

Former Angels All-Star, Postseason Hero, Dies at 78

Bob Boone, who won four Gold Glove Awards in seven seasons as the California Angels' catcher in the 1980s, died according to multiple reports. He was 78.

Kyren Paris News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 9

Mets Outright Kyren Paris

The Mets have sent infielder Kyren Paris outright to Triple-A Syracuse after he cleared waivers, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Paris had been designated for assignment last week.

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The 'CFP-era 40-TD passers' quiz

The 'NL Cy Young-winners' quiz

The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / November 9

In 2018, 'Vegas Dave' Oancea paid $400,000 for a Mike Trout rookie card on eBay; two years later, Goldin Auctions sold it for a record $3.93 million

A rare baseball collectible became one of the most expensive sports cards ever sold after a bidding war in August 2020. The card belonged to Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout, and its remarkable value reflected both its rarity and his growing reputation as one of baseball’s greatest players.

Zach Neto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 7

Angels rumors: Infielder joins Zach Neto as potential offseason trade candidate

Zach Neto has already been floated as a potential trade chip for the Los Angeles Angels this offseason, and now another young infielder is being mentioned alongside him.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 9

Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

The trade market could be active due to a relatively weak free-agent class. Let's take a look at the five players who are most likely to be traded.

Brewers just won their first World Series, but now the hard part begins

Why a reunion with the Padres could be on the table for Nick Martinez

Report: Aaron Judge had issues with Jazz Chisholm in 2026

'Multiple teams' reportedly showing interest in Ty France

Max Scherzer shares offseason plans

Los Angeles Angels News / New Baseball Media / November 7

What the Angels Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

It was another tough campaign in 2026 for the Los Angeles Angels, a club that made repeated efforts to add pieces via trades and free agency to try to stay afloat in the AL West.

Zach Neto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Angels rumors: Potential Zach Neto trade update will catch shortstop-needing teams’ attention

A new era beckons for the Los Angeles Angels. After 23 years, Arte Moreno finally decided to give up ownership of the franchise — selling it to Kroenke Sports & Entertainment for a reported $4 billion figure.

Perry Minasian News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6

Braves make polarizing offseason move with reported Perry Minasian hiring

The Atlanta Braves are welcoming back a familiar face.

Ranking the Atlanta Braves top trade chips entering the offseason

Baseball America announces top 10 prospects in Braves system

The 'National League Rookies of the Year' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 4

Albert Pujols to interview for Astros manager job

Albert Pujols wants to be a Major League Baseball manager, and one of his former teammates is going to give him a chance at the job. Pujols is reportedly

Mariners go in unexpected direction for their new manager

Pat Murphy comes clean about his vulgar shot at the Yankees

Elly De La Cruz is being linked to one team in trade rumors

New favorite emerges in Tarik Skubal sweepstakes

Ketel Marte is being linked to one team in trade rumors

Tyler Skaggs News / EssentiallySports / November 2

Ex-Angels Employee Makes Attempt to Overturn Conviction for His Role In Tyler Skaggs’ Death

Prosecution must prove that Tyler Skaggs would have been alive if he had not ingested the fentanyl distributed by Eric Kay, demanded Kay’s attorneys in their latest 75-page appeal.